By Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

An idea that’s back up for discussion because of the latest Billie Eilish video, the term refers to media alluding to queer representation, but never delivering upon it. 

By Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Dr. Cole’s dieting book has received celebrity praise, but it’s facing public backlash for spreading harmful misinformation.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

What follows after the passing of beloved public figures is an overwhelming amount of suffering, even from those that never met the deceased.

By Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

It’s become expected of the rich and famous to use their massive platforms to tackle social and political issues, but should they be involved at all?

By Emily Davies, Solent University

By Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

Service industry workers on the video-sharing platforms are letting users know which stars are kind and which ones are entitled.

By Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

These influential and socially aware individuals are more than capable of running the Oval Office.

By Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

As demonstrations in response to George Floyd’s death continue globally, entertainers are participating in the movement by donating and marching.

By Emerson Holmes, Lindenwood University

Representation is important. That’s why it’s crucial that we see transgender faces in the mainstream.

By Lauren Shull, University of Central Missouri

If you’re worried about your biological clock, preserving your eggs for a later date might be your safest bet.

By Bryan Lance, Liberty University

You know you’ve made it when your drink of choice is your own booze.

By Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

Whether romanticized or condemned, serial killers are a staple of today’s Americana. But when, and how, did the fascination with society’s most deviant begin?

By Daniel Reed

You don’t have to have a team of fashion advisors and stylists if you want to change your look like big-time celebrities.

By Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

No sugarcoating here, thanks.

By Cameron Rapata, Columbia College Chicago

It’s refreshing to have men like this to look up to.

By Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

An update on the Paul Bros., Shawn Mendes, Liza Koshy and Lele Pons.

By Daniel Reed

The low-carb, high-fat eating plan has caught the attention of several A-listers.

By Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

Naked children, dead parents and verbal abuse have become business as usual for the photographers.

By Alex Futo, Otterbein University

These furry friends will put your follower count to shame.

By Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

From hateful comments to mocking memes, social media has become too much for these celebs.

By Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

Spoiler alert: I debunk the reasons.

By Ryan Secard, College of Wooster

Think of the joke material.

By Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

The ‘Riverdale’ star is body positive, fiercely supportive of other actresses and unapologetic about her ideals.

By Kate Maxwell, NC State University

A recent incident at ACE Comic Con in Seattle is just the latest result of what social scientists are calling ‘parasocial relationships.’

By Adriana Luna, Northwest Vista College

Yes, I did judge all these outfits with $2 in my bank account.

By Marissa Cortes, Stony Brook University

Creator of ‘Hamilton’ Lin-Manuel Miranda has put together a massive effort to rally Puerto Rican celebrities and send aid to the devastated island.

By Alyssa Cook, Ball State University

These it-girls have taken over the world of fashion so far in 2017.

By Kristian Porter, Northern Kentucky University

Whether or not their message is effective, discomfiting or timely, every American has the right to voice their thoughts.

By Joy Young, Chapman University

By Noir Galvin, Arcadia University

Devote the fun, artsy activity to the entire fall season, not just the spooky holidays.

By Tiffany Singh, University of Central Florida

Though it may sound intimidating, eliminating your external stimuli can be relaxing and might even reduce your chronic pain.

By Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

The superstar returns with another documentary to recap the major changes in his tumultuous life.

By Virginia Laurie, Washington and Lee University

The ‘Twilight’ actress is set to marry screenwriter Dylan Meyer, prompting the question: How can the media help with LGBTQ+ visibility?

By Re’nesia Mills, University of Tampa

Female rap artists like Yung Miami, Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion make mature music all the time, but why are parents bothered by it?

By Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

Who are the people behind these first few viral sensations, why were they chosen and who created them?

By Jenna Amore, Oakland University

The viral pug became a TikTok sensation and has taken social media by storm with his daily predictions.

By Re’nesia Mills, University of Tampa

The Golden Globes, Oscars and Emmys have recently faced criticism for a lack of representation in their voting committees as well as their nominee and winner selections.

By Peyton Conner, Indiana University

As these gaming and sports memorabilia continue to appreciate in value, it is crucial to consider whether this new market is taking away fun from younger generations.

By Virginia Laurie, Washington and Lee University

The ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ star is slated to voice the iconic Italian video game protagonist, but people are worried that the movie will focus on star power over quality.

By Noir Galvin, Arcadia University

The social media app caters to individuals’ creative interests more than it attempts to attract likes and followers.

By Tori Barney, Columbia College Chicago

Any person with experience in customer service knows all too well how some patrons forget that their servers are people too.

By Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

The country’s recent bans limit online access for underage users, which could be seen as an extreme act of control or an attempt to genuinely provide a solution to a serious issue.

By Daniela Saffran, Rollins College

The trend has been around for decades, but society has polarizing opinions concerning the effects that its promotion has on adolescent girls.

By Zach Terrillion, Oberlin College

Many people said that Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s ‘Tax the Rich’ outfit didn’t do anything concrete — but what they don’t realize is that just getting the message out there can spark a movement.

By Zach Terrillion, Oberlin College

Some members of the LGBTQ+ community look askance at more femme expression among gay men. It’s time to embrace this aspect of the community instead.

By Daniel Reed

If you’re using Instagram, Facebook, et. al., for your business, make sure you’re taking advantage of tools that can help you grow.

By Brunella Tipismana, Smith College

After the Bon Appétit scandal hit the popular platform, another chef full of personality and charm has risen to take its place.

By L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

A cover by @mars_is_great is inspiring other users to include the song in videos of their own as they appreciate remarkable works.

By Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

Korean bands like H.O.T. and BTS have done a lot to normalize ‘soft masculinity,’ but South Korean culture as a whole remains patriarchal and heteronormative.

By Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

This masterful modern historical fiction novel explores celebrity culture, family destiny and female strength — all on the glamorous surf of California.

By Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

Celebrities are admitting that they don’t bathe, revealing the classism of society’s fixation on hyper-cleanliness.

By Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

Having recently signed a mammoth deal for six new seasons and 14 new movies, the creators of the animated powerhouse have ensured a cascade of content to come.

By Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

The renewed interest in the star-studded couple provides another example of the public’s subconscious longing for ‘happy endings.’

By Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

The boyband announced they will be releasing new music. But will their previous personas as child actors prevent them from becoming mainstream artists?

By Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming

Jennifer Hudson’s vocal performances make the biopic worth watching, so long as audiences reconcile themselves beforehand to learning more about the icon than a single movie can answer to satisfaction. 

By Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

As the podcast approaches its 300th episode, it remains relevant due to its hosts’ emotional openness, trademark humor and fan connections.

By Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

The FX show dances between intensely dramatic scenes and ridiculous comedic bits nearly every episode but never fully embraces either.

By Darby Williams, University of Michigan

As attempts to assuage public fears regarding the shot fail, the CDC resorts to the oldest trick in the book: celebrity endorsement.

By Briana Byus, Biola University

The popular lifestyle has been proven to be ineffective for weight-loss time and time again, but it remains one the top diets in the U.S.

By Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

The social media star has decided to alter a key facet of her ‘childlike’ image. Does this mean her haters will finally leave her alone?

By Lauren Koop, London School of Economics - Peking University

Celebrities and TikTok creators are beaming with the effects of this internet beauty craze. The traditional East Asian practice has taken over the Western cosmetic industry.

By Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

Elle Mills and Michelle Platti detail wild fangirl stories, debate pop culture minutiae, analyze celebrity news and so much more.

By Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

While many competition series capitalize on stressful situations, Alex Horne’s does the opposite, allowing for casual, hilarious viewing.

By Jenna Amore, Oakland University

The influencer is opening up about her awful experience behind the scenes of the YouTube Original show, but her former costars are pushing back on her narrative.

By Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

Is this R-rated trend the evolution of the genre and will the MCU ever transform to follow it?

By Daniel Reed

Will it start making appearances in entertainment and information technology?

By Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

The Duggars entered the public eye in 2008 through the reality TV show ’19 Kids and Counting’ and were loved by thousands, but resurfacing controversies led to the family’s downfall.

By Ian Linn, Oberlin College

Some of these influencers’ platforms foster harmful attachments between themselves and their impressionable young fans.

By Jayar Brenner, Michigan State University

Here is an intimate look at the harm this YouTuber has caused autistic people by spreading misinformation and raising money for shady charities.

By Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

As generations go on, young people act older and older — a phenomenon known as ‘Kids Getting Older Younger.’ Today, influencers dictate this ongoing process.

By Daniel Reed

Are you in it for the money or do you just want to blow off some steam?

By Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

The tragic passing of the beloved capuchin monkey has left millions of the social media app’s users in a state of mourning.

By Darby Williams, University of Michigan

The famous ‘American Idol’ singer-songwriter recently came out, but still remains faithful to his religious beliefs.

By Sydney Smith, University of Pittsburgh

The patronizing criticisms of many female pop stars demonstrate a consistent theme: We really love to loath young women, don’t we?

By Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

This contentious YouTuber is back at it again, and this time she’s waging war on her former friend Jessica Vasquez.

By Michelle Buckley, Chapman University

Through her music and her new Rare Beauty makeup line, this beloved singer and actress has repeatedly made a positive impact on her community.

By Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

The band’s latest album might attempt to follow up on the stories started with past projects, but to many fans’ dismay, it certainly doesn’t sound like them.

By Jael Davis, DePaul University

Don’t let the colorful swimsuits and fruity lotions fool you: Excessive sun or UVA exposure can be a pathway toward racial transgressions.

By Jayar Brenner, Michigan State University

Although this ‘Sour’ song is a smash hit, it includes some ableist language that needs to be addressed.

By Jenna Amore, Oakland University

The band’s latest song pushes politics and critical thinking to the forefront in the midst of political turmoil.

By Daniel Reed

You might be able to get a boost on your channel.

By Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

The recent visibility of queer celebrities, and the reactions of the press, demonstrates significant progress in society’s acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community.

By Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

The 2015 hit song brought the artist an unforeseen amount of attention after it went viral as part of a TikTok trend focused on the romanticization of life.

By Lauren Koop, London School of Economics - Peking University

Book lovers from around the world connect with each other and share recommendations through TikTok, but are the books actually any good?

By Alice Han, Pepperdine University

While this collab was by no means expected, ARMY fans everywhere were pleasantly surprised and couldn’t be more proud of their idols.

By Anastasiya Cernei, Missouri State University

In a world where campuses tilt a certain way on the political spectrum, more conservative students are feeling pressure to stay silent on certain topics.

By Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

With social media encouraging a culture of one-upping competitors, broadcasted fights may be the next step to achieving internet fame.

By Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Despite its familiar premise, the strong chemistry between the main characters is what really holds the young adult series together.

By Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

Hold onto your tiny handbags, ‘Matrix’ sunglasses and everything with a butterfly monogrammed onto it, because the 2000s are back. Here are some easy ways to take your look on a trip back in time.

By Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Social media influencers and members of the public alike are benefitting from the way in which this Beijing-based app allows for dissipating and receiving information.

By Karen Lu, Yale University

For lovers of creative video editing, fashion runway shows, Vogue editorials, Gucci films, thrifting and DIY and clothes styling, look no further for your next inspiration.

By Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

A guide to understanding the racial disparities that exist in the entrepreneurial world, as well as learning about the 15 Percent Pledge and brands you can incorporate into your everyday life.

By Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Toxic masculinity and the importance of filial piety in Chinese families are put on display in this popular reality TV series.

By Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Since his rise to fame, many fans have drawn parallels between this year’s star Super Bowl performer and the King of Pop, but the artist prefers to highlight his own originality instead.

By Daniel Reed

Get people more engaged with your work.

By Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

Videos of the ‘Mission Impossible’ actor recently went viral on the video-sharing platform. The twist? It wasn’t him.

By Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

One year after its release, this famous app is still growing, partially because its exclusivity and audio-only format facilitate a close-knit group experience.

By Daniel Reed

The game is ubiquitous, but for some people, the exact details of how to play might be a little hazy.

By Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

Hogwarts Legacy, a new game in the ‘Harry Potter’ franchise, has been met with backlash due to J.K. Rowling’s transphobia — despite efforts to make the game more inclusive. Is it possible to divorce her work from her words?

By Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

Jude Ellison Sady Doyle explores the collision of voyeurism and misogyny that causes us to relish the fall of famous women.