Quarantine—a word that musters up feelings of frustration and hatred. Of the extensive number of events and things that the coronavirus has interfered with, the dating scene is one of the most notable. Singles are stuck at home in quarantine, mindlessly scrolling through their various social media applications. Many of these people are eager to talk to someone, even if it may just be for a distraction. Couples, too, scramble to find ways to stay connected with FaceTime or Netflix Party. People are undoubtedly eager for attention.
Read MoreStudents shouldn’t petition for unrealistic, unsafe rescheduling of senior events, should focus on more serious issues during pandemic
People have every right to be frustrated with the disruption COVID-19 has brought to their normal, day-to-day life as well as events they had looked forward to during the spring and summer of 2020. While the disease’s size and seriousness should not be overshadowed, it does not make anyone less of a good person to be disappointed, angry, confused or any other kind of emotion at how COVID-19 may have negatively impacted their routine and plans.
Read MoreAlbum Review: "Before Love Came to Kill Us" by Jessie Reyez; A Refreshingly Unfiltered and Emotionally Vulnerable Debut
The Canadian singer released her highly anticipated project Before Love Came to Kill Us on March 27. The contemporary R&B album is a cohesive assemblage of juxtaposed sounds with influences ranging from neo-soul to indie-rock and alternative-pop.
Read MoreNational Theatre Live streams “Jane Eyre” online, reminding viewers that it’s better to be voluntarily isolating than locked away in some rich guy’s attic
Dear reader, it seems an act of fate that National Theatre uploaded a staged adaptation of Charlotte Brontë’s “Jane Eyre” to YouTube on April 9, and though streaming ended on April 16, I had just enough time to write about it for The Lamron. Thank you, Quarantine Gods!
Read MoreTom Brady relocates to Tampa Bay, NFC South landscape drastically changed
Tom Brady’s departure from the AFC East was likely Bills fans’ favorite offseason move this spring, but lost in the COVID-19 crisis and the hysteria it has brought is the fact that this move, and Tom Brady’s season last year, are rife with misconceptions.
Read MoreMusic recommendations for getting through primary election grief
Many progressive Democrats have sunken into a state of mourning since Bernie Sanders’ decision to drop out of the presidential race on Wednesday April 8. The Vermont senator’s decision leaves Joe Biden as the only Democratic candidate left for the 2020 presidential election. You have the right to be upset by this news for many, many, many different reasons.
Read MoreTeachers should decrease workload for students; more time is needed to maintain healthy lifestyle during pandemic
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone is experiencing stressful situations they’ve never encountered before. Our current lives are full of uncertainty about when social distancing will no longer be necessary and when businesses and organizations will reopen and be able to operate as usual. News outlets are flooded with panic-inducing updates and speculations, so it’s easy to feel like our lives may never go back to normal.
Read MoreWhile Bernie supporters should grieve, they must be willing to support Biden come Election day.
By now you’ve seen the news that we all felt coming since Super Tuesday: Vermont senator Bernie Sanders ended his presidential bid on Wednesday April 8.
Read MoreWTF?: Stream “Psych” on Amazon Prime if Netflix’s library has you feeling like a frightened civil war soldier
Does this sound like you? Quarantine can have everyone feeling like dramatic civil war soldiers at times, and the longer the world’s citizens are trapped in their houses, the more likely it is they’ll run out of obvious content to consume.
Read MoreStay on top even while distantly learning
The forced alternative to standard classroom learning is “distance learning.” This new way of taking classes online is a system that many schools have adopted because of the current COVID-19 pandemic. Geneseo students have been affected by this change, especially academically. This new transition has created more challenges for students to keep up with schoolwork as well as stay on top of assignment deadlines. To better help students, here are a few tips for continued success.
Read MoreHave fun while in quarantine!
The quarantine life feels pretty dull sometimes. It seems like the only things you can do are eat, sleep and binge-watch Netflix. While that may seem bleak, it is not entirely true. Here are a few fun activities you can implement into your day to be both more productive and more active.
Read MoreGolf world twiddle’s thumbs as Masters is postponed, rescheduled for November
Golf fans around the world are scrambling to find things to do this April as the annual Masters Tournament, which is normally hosted this month, has been postponed due to the ongoing pandemic. What would have been the first major of 2020 has now been overshadowed by the unprecedented time we live in, but fans can still find solace in the tournament’s host providing tangible dates for the renowned tournament.
Read MoreWTF?: Corbin Bleu does dance, and he should have been a star
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, I’ve been thinking a lot about psychological defense mechanisms. It’s utterly fascinating to see the different ways these mechanisms manifest as people try to adapt and adjust to this global nightmare.
Read MoreRecipe ideas to help take the edge off quarantine
If you’re over 21 and looking to make some drinks with your family in quarantine that will also boost your immune system, here are a few options:
Read MoreStreaming old seasons helps make up for lack of live sporting events
It’s safe to assume that most people can recall an epic sports moment that they have witnessed at some point in their life. From John Elway’s first Super Bowl win in 1997 to the moment the Chicago Cubs broke their curse and won the team’s first World Series in 2016 in a nail-biting game seven; there are so many memorable sports moments to reminisce about.
Read MoreAfter two years of rebuilding, Buffalo Bills are set up to be a Super Bowl Contender
The Buffalo Bills are in win-now mode a season after losing in the first round of the NFL Playoffs.
Read MoreStop Being Mean to Tom Nook
“Animal Crossing: New Horizons” for the Nintendo Switch was released March 20, offering players an escape into a real-time alternate life complete with cute animal friends and the exploration of pretty locations on a deserted island. This video game seems a perfect distraction for your time in quarantine as a soothing alternative to anxiety over current events.
Read MoreLiving room concerts bring joy during stressful time
It is not a secret that the world is going through a difficult time, but small living room concerts from celebrities during a worldwide pandemic have touched the lives of people who can barely leave their homes without fear.
Read MoreFrugal Foodie: Chocolate Chip Cookies
Bored in quarantine? Have too much time on your hands? Want to make something delicious that you can eat while binge watching your favorite shows? Here is a tasty recipe for some classic chocolate chip cookies!
Read MorePeople-of-color play key part in primary candidate selection that politicians ignore
On the March 5 broadcast of Chris Cuomo’s prime time CNN show, Bernie Sanders’ presidential campaign co-chair Nina Turner debated Democratic strategist and Joe Biden supporter Hilary Rosen. During the segment, Turner referenced a quote from Martin Luther King Jr.’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail.” Rosen immediately questioned Turner’s interpretation of the quote and a heated argument between the two ensued.
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