We have all heard the stories of the first Thanksgiving. The Pilgrims, Native Americans, Plymouth Rock, the Mayflower – these are stories that have been passed down for generations in America. Many have questioned their validity, inquiring whether a peaceful gathering actually occurred on this day in 1621, filled with Read more
“London has the worst food. There are fish and chips with mushy peas on every corner.” It’s true that the city of Big Ben has long held the reputation as one of the worst culinary capitals in the world. The food has often been described as boring, bland, and devoid Read more
The American media loves to report on Presidential elections. From e-mail scandals to birth certificates, West Point admissions to unfathomable hairstyles, the American media will stop at nothing to run another sound bite or story on Presidential elections, even when primary season is in its infancy. Senate, congressional, and gubernatorial Read more
As cold weather and near blizzard conditions ravage the midwest, south, and eastern seaboard of the United States, it seems ridiculous to say that spring has finally arrived throughout the entire country. No, it has nothing to do with Groundhog Day, nor does it have anything to do with the Read more
Canada Goose. If you have not heard of this company, well, you should have because 2015 is the year of the goose. Yes, Kate Upton adorned one of their coats back in February 2013, but this year it will go full mainstream. Already considered a cult by some, especially those in Read more
The rain came down in droves. I took a right from 38th street onto Park Avenue, one of the most spectacular streets I have ever seen in my life. Grander in my opinion than many other famous stretches of road, including France’s beloved Champs-Elysees. The old Pan Am building, currently known Read more
There is an easy short and long term cure to climate change: a global carbon tax. Before you gasp at the thought of making businesses pay for the metric tons of carbon (and carbon equivalent emissions like CH4) they emit, and before you rebut this argument by stating that the Read more
One of the best things about NYC is leaving the hustle and bustle of Manhattan. Many people are unaware that NYC has some of the best parks in the world. So in an effort to escape the confines of midtown, I took a journey to the Bronx to explore what Read more
Benjamin Franklin was known for many things. He wore numerous hats – he was a printer, scientist, philosopher, and statesman, amongst others. Early in his life when he was still finding his way in the world he set upon a moral perfection project, aiming to achieve the highest level of Read more
Almost everyone in America now knows Ray Rice. Not for his football prowess, his multiple Pro Bowl selections, or his Super Bowl ring. They know him as the woman beater and domestic abuser. Certain life events involving professional athletes have a tendency to go beyond the realm of what only Read more