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The Gothic Times

The student news site of New Jersey City University

The Gothic Times

The student news site of New Jersey City University

The Gothic Times

Are We Ready for Socialism?

Are We Ready for Socialism?

Taylor Evelyn, Contributing Writer November 4, 2025

Recently, there has been growing anti-capitalist sentiment across the nation. Particularly amongst young people. With the recent success of democratic socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani, growing distrust...

Mission Accomplished: The Human Cost of Artificial Intelligence

Mission Accomplished: The Human Cost of Artificial Intelligence

Matthew Beard, Contributing Writer October 27, 2025

In just the last few months, billionaire and newly quasi-political figure Elon Musk sat down with Texas U.S. Senator Ted Cruz to discuss a wide variety of issues ranging from the current political climate...

“That’s Showbiz Baby!”: JADE’s Bonker and Well-Crafted Solo Debut!

“That’s Showbiz Baby!”: JADE’s Bonker and Well-Crafted Solo Debut!

Isaael Sanchez, Managing Editor October 22, 2025

After starting the rollout a year and some change, British blooming pop savant JADE has released her debut album THAT’S SHOWBIZ BABY!  This comes 3 after her original girl group, Little Mix, announced...

The Reality We Built: From Plato’s Cave To The Algorithmic Age

The Reality We Built: From Plato’s Cave To The Algorithmic Age

Matthew Beard, Contributing Writer September 29, 2025

What is reality? A quick search, and the answer offered is one of simplicity: “the world or the state of things as they actually exist.” Yet this definition is not to my liking, for it raises a plethora...

How To Be The Perfect Extrovert For Introverted Friends

How To Be The Perfect Extrovert For Introverted Friends

Isaael Sanchez, Managing Editor September 23, 2025

Somehow, despite my boisterous and loud presence, I have mostly acquired introverts as friends. I naturally love juxtaposition, so I enjoyed their calmer energy clashing with mine. Yet, as I grew up, I...

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Lady Gaga’s MAYHEM Was Almost Perfect

Kendry Hilario, Contributing Writer April 23, 2025

Lady Gaga has been a notable hit maker, leaving her mark in various areas in her career whether it is music or film. The 14-time GRAMMY Award winning artist has spawned unforgettable hits ranging from...

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Billie Eilish and the Grammy Injustice

Valentina Pena, Contributing Writer April 15, 2025

When Talent Isn’t Enough    The frustration we felt over Ariana’s Oscars outcome is something music fans know all too well. Just a few weeks before the Oscars, the Grammy Awards – music’s...

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A Personal Reflection on Talent, Passion, and Fairness

Valentina Pena, Contributing Writer April 10, 2025

As a lifelong Ariana Grande fan, I was on the edge of my seat during the 97th Academy Awards. Ariana had earned her very first Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress, thanks to her enchanting portrayal...

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The Weight of Fear: The Struggles of Hispanic Immigrants

Valentina Pena, Contributing Writer March 20, 2025

If you’ve ever sat at the dinner table wondering if this might be the last meal you share with your family, you understand the kind of fear many Hispanic immigrants live with every single day. If you’ve...

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FKA Twigs Has Another Masterpiece with Eusexua!

Isaael Sanchez, Managing Editor March 19, 2025

FKA Twigs is one of those artists with whom I feel grateful to exist at the same time. I've known about her since 2019’s MAGDALENE, but digging into her work from her first album LP1, from 2014 until...

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Metaphor: ReFantazio Review: Fantasy In Its Purest Form

Jaren Couvertier, Contributing Writer December 12, 2024

Developed by Atlus, the creative team behind hits such as Persona 5 Royal and Persona 3 Reload, Metaphor: ReFantazio dives into fantasy in the purest sense, blending remarkable creature designs with a...

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The Book of Billford

Dio Stanfill-Evans, Contributing Writer December 4, 2024

Gravity Falls is a show by Alex Hirsch that uses adventure, action, and mystery to draw the viewer in. Every detail has a story behind it which makes it so enjoyable to watch and analyze. The show centers...

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