Red Sox slugger David Ortiz brought the fans of Fenway to their feet after a passionate speech in the wake of the Boston Marathon bombings. (Photo courtesy of The Wire) Alexander J. Salucco Connector Editor I’m often asked why sports float my boat, but the answer isn’t so simple. Being from the Boston area it…
Video games: They’re more than a hobby
Tom Lydon UML Student Once upon a time, video games were considered nothing more than a fun time sink for children and adults alike. For what it’s worth, they are still fun time sinks even today. Whether it’s in now-rarified arcades or the comforts of home, solo or with company, people always find enjoyment in gaming.…
North Carolina’s new bill is protecting nothing
Tom Lydon UML Student They say that those who do not learn from their past are doomed to repeat it. Apparently, North Carolina didn’t get the memo. In a move that many would have hoped to be an early, cruel April Fool’s Day prank, North Carolina passed a new bill into law recently. House Bill…
Louie: A Satirical Take on Life as a Single Dad
Louis C.K. has performed stand-up since 1985 and has won 6 Primetime Emmys over the course of his career. (Courtesy of FX Productions) Mary Connell Connector Writer A fifth season of hit show “Louie” has been released and is now on Netflix after a two year wait. For those of you who haven’t heard of…
Open letter to Kobe Bryant: Blame yourself
NBA superstar Kobe Bryant will retire at the end of the 2015-16 season. (Richard Mackson/USA Today Sports) Tom Lydon UML Student ‘Question: “What’s the thing you hate the most about the farewell tour?” Answer: “That we suck.”’ ~Kobe Bryant, when asked about his final season You know what, Kobe? You have a right to believe…
Marvel coasts between big movies
It is surprising to know that “Deadpool” was made by 20th Century Fox rather than Marvel Studios. Marvel Studios rose to fame because of its cinematic universe idea. They make a bunch of movies that are part of the same universe, which expands the world and allows for crossover movies like “The Avengers” and the…
Should voting be mandatory?
Individuals entering a polling station to vote. (Photo courtesy of Medford Patch) Jennifer Wall UML Student According to the Center for the Study of the American Electorate, in the last four presidential elections the percentage of voters to participate has not peaked 62.3 percent. This means that nearly 38 percent of the population has chosen…
Why I hate Valentine’s Day
Carly Chabot UML Student Ugh, Valentine’s Day. The worst holiday ever created. The day every single woman dreads. It almost feels as if this dumb holiday was created to make us loners feel bad that we are single. Or single yet again…Or single again for the eighth year in a row…And if you are just…
