Author: Nick Porpora
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Mobile Sports Betting Leads to Increase in New York State Gambling Rates
Betting by phone was legalized in New York State this past April, which means people don’t have to go to the track or gamble through an illegal bookie to place their bets. But for some, easier access to gambling could be a genuine danger. According to the North American Foundation for Gambling Addiction Help, as…
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Will the Trend Toward Film Releases on Streaming Services Continue Post-Pandemic?
COVID-19 has wrecked our world like we’ve never seen before. Businesses were forced to shut down, streets remained quiet for months and homes turned into offices. The movie industry was especially hit by the pandemic. The shutdown of movie theaters all across the world stopped films from being screened live. Safety concerns over the global…
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Four Key Tips for First-Time Voters Ahead of Election Day
New Paltz, N.Y.—With the 2020 election season at its forefront, people are anxious to hit the polls and let their voices be heard. For a lot of SUNY New Paltz students, this will be their first time voting. Historically, young adults have usually shied away from placing their votes. According to the U.S. Census, only…