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Largest Solar Project In New York
By Nicole Leverentz Genesee county is getting an upgrade this year with the development of The Cidar Solar Farm in Genesee county. It was labeled as the largest solar project in New York and was named the American Solar Deal of the year by an industry consultancy. This farm is being built to keep up…
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Job Market Crisis for College Students
By Jacob Chen After college, people begin to build their careers by seeking employment related to their degree. In recent years, the job market has become more competitive, which makes finding that dream job all the more difficult. Why has this happened, and what can we do to change this? An Artificial Job Market With…
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A New Darkness Rises: Caleb Landry Jones Leads Besson’s Dracula Out of Coppola’s Long Shadow
Luc Besson’s modern take on Dracula trades gothic romance for raw intensity, anchored by a standout performance from Caleb Landry Jones. His feral, magnetic portrayal offers a sharp contrast to Francis Ford Coppola’s classic 1992 adaptation — and gives Besson one of his most compelling characters in years. By Shen Pe Utz Taa-Nete Luc Besson’s…
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Filtered Out: How AI Hiring Tools Create New Barriers for Job Seekers
From résumé screeners to video‑analysis software, automated hiring systems are facing scrutiny for disadvantaging ADOS applicants, disabled workers, veterans, and older job seekers. Written By Shen Pe Utz Taa-Neter When students at SUNY Niagara begin applying for jobs or internships, many assume a hiring manager will be the first to read their résumé. Increasingly, that…
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The Rise of Side Hustles With Students
By Stephanie Jones There is a rise of Side Hustles among college students that has brought more independence and responsibility to students and campus life. The cost of gas, food and tuition are all at an all-time high. Students are creating their own flexible ways to earn additional income. While balancing classes and creating ways…
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Cherry Blossom Festival: Brief History of Buffalo’s Annual Spring Celebration
By: Alexia Roberts Buffalo is notorious for its chilling, harsh winters. But one thing commonly overlooked is our warm, inviting spring culture. The annual Cherry Blossom Festival, taking place yearly at theJapanese Gardens of Delaware Park, has been a heartwarming tradition for Buffalonians for over the last decade. The Cherry Blossom Festival, this year happening…
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Will the Republican Party Keep the Catholic Vote?
By Christopher Kinsley President Trump created controversy earlier this month when he posted a long message to Pope Leo and shortly after posted an image of himself dressed as Jesus Christ. The backlash to the Ai image was immediate and came from Christians of multiple denominations, resulting in the posts removal the same day it…
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The kids are no longer partying like it’s 1999.
By Lilly Whitsell Last week, my mother told me, a 21 year old college student, that I am lame. I don’t go out, I don’t drink, and I’m a bit of a “workaholic”. To defend myself, I told her that it’s not just me – it’s my whole entire generation that is lame. Generation Z…
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Pied-à-Terre: The First Big Step in Taxing the Rich
By KH If you’ve ever been to NYC or any other massive cities like LA, London, Toronto, Tokyo you looked up at the buildings at least once and thought “I wonder who lives up there.” You probably then tried to imagine what it would be like to live that super rich lifestyle where you can…
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Rising Gas Prices
By Jacob Chen Gas prices have been on the rise, burning a hole through all of our wallets and making driving less accessible. What is causing the prices to hit near-record highs, and what can we do to fight back and mitigate our spending? The War in Iran In the United States, gas prices are…
