Opinion

Pro: Once in a lifetime experience warrants paycheck
While concert tickets can seem like an outrageous
purchase, especially for very famous artists, getting to see an artist perform can be a once in a lifetime opportunity.
Any price is worth a seat.
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Weight does not dictate health, health dictates health
To measure health, society needs to move away from
using weight and instead focus on vitals like blood pressure, heart rate and blood work.
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WWSI: Nature provides happiness, serenity
To soothe the soul, we should go outside and enjoy the gifts of nature. Growing up in a suburban area, we have easy access to so much nature, like the Green Lane Reservoir and Peace Valley Park.
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Con: You only live once, spend your money wisely
Despite their love for live music and favorite artists, fans should remain cautious of wasting away their savings. Sharp rises in ticket prices have brought this issue to light as venues continue to squeeze fans for every penny.
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UN climate change report functions as hope, warning
Standing at a little fewer than 8,000 pages, the UN climate change report, brings attention to climate
change and global warming
through a synthesis report
in hopes of staving off the
devastating impacts. The
report was released on March 23 and contains research dating back to the beginning of the Paris Climate Accord.
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Stine’s Mind: Trader Joe’s has many shoppers ‘raisin’ the roof
Due to its rising popularity, many have designated Trader Joe’s as their primary grocery shopping destination. Many appreciate the variety of foods and the store’s atmosphere.
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I’m Always Write: Lana’s newest album is a work of personal, poetic art
By mixing soft vocals and poetic lyrics, artist Lana Del Rey’s newest album titled “Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd” continues the themes of
reflection and familial
importance first distinguished in her 2021 album
“Chemtrails Over the
Country Club.”
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Stine’s Mind: ‘City of Stars’ shines in Hollywood, not the Broadway stage
Meshing together beautiful cinematography, a
remarkable soundtrack and a hopeless romantic focused plot line, “La La Land” offers something for everyone. The movie is set to be adapted to a Broadway musical, but
everyone should give the film a chance prior.
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Santos lies, misleads his way to Congress
After a successful campaign based on half truths and lies, Representative George Santos’ schemes have started to unravel. The question remains: “How did he get away with it?”
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Libraries facilitate community growth
By enriching communities and creating access to free education, libraries help youth grow to love reading and learning.
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