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This romance novel by Mariana Zapata sparks nuanced discussions on women’s fiction, the power of starting over and indie book publishing.

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

This album examines the stages of a relationship … out of order. It explores the journey of romance and what it means in the end.

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

How can we do our part to support and enjoy what NYC cuisine has to offer in a fun and safe way?

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

When the weather is nice but you don’t want to do anything, pick up a new novel. These anticipated drops will give you all the warm feelings of the season.

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The streaming service’s new film shows what it’s like to be a “fun” parent and how child care could change. 

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Diverse representation in romantic fiction can reaffirm how the genre adds value to the literary community.

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With a ‘White Chick’ tribute, a bad plot and uncomfortable reactions, Netflix’s new prank movie falls flat.

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It’s tempting to run to second-hand stores for trendy summer clothes, especially in the Big Apple, but the affordable shopping craze can be harmful to low-income communities.

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Winter has ended but the pandemic is still present across the country. These NYC spots make for the perfect COVID-19-safe activities.

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Netflix’s new original film teaches about coming into one’s identity, sexism in highschools and what it means to find something worth fighting for as a teenager.

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Rosamund Pike stars in this Netflix original 2020 film, which attempts to spark conversations about conservatorship in America but misses the mark.

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In this Netflix comedy special, a not-so-qualified relationship guru gives us the rules to love using dark humor and an interesting puzzle analogy.

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From battling toxic masculinity to teaching about the power of Pinterest, Lisa Kay Adams strives to critique gender norms and the limits of the romance genre.

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What can Netflix’s one season runway competition, led by Alexa Chung and Tan France, teach us about imperfection, artisanship and representation?

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What do these seven shows all have in common? If you can’t get enough of the hit Netflix series, here are some others that offer drama, romance, a sense of escape and a compelling mix of fiction and history.

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This mockumentary from the creators of ‘Black Mirror’ might make us rethink killing off this year just yet.

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Concert and other music documentaries give us access to the lives behind the public faces of artists such as Shawn Mendes, Taylor Swift and more.

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Pixar’s latest hit offers a refreshing image of what it means to be human and to live with a passion, though it falls short at times.

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Her comedic how-to videos aim to entertain as well as inform, and audiences just can’t decide which one is better — especially when she can make a dress out of adult diapers.

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In recent years, the platform has seemingly chosen to reward books with a lot of hype instead of judging solely by quality.

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What does it mean for Black content creators and the community they serve when they’re not given the same opportunities as their white counterparts?

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The fashion brand revealed their new spring and summer collection online in a seven-part mini-series. It begs the question: How progressive can high fashion really be?

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

Wearing silver pants and a long elfish beard in ‘Holiday,’ the singer gives Christmas a futuristic take. What does it mean to see him in hip-hop as he redefines musical and cultural boundaries?

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The trailer for COVID-19-themed ‘Songbird’ is the opening salvo for pandemic-related films coming out. Are these kinds of productions too insensitive for the world right now?

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The British YouTuber asks her audience to deal with the philosophical implications of art and dealing with oneself as a person with autonomy.

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The series, spotlighting five teenagers at a Brooklyn public high school, is bigger than its individual characters; it’s about an entire generation and the way empathy can change the world.

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A brand new production company is putting out positive narratives of people during COVID-19. ‘It’s not supposed to be the Oscar winner of the year, it’s just meant to be something that speaks to people right now.’ — co-creator Adam Faze

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Malcolm X said, ‘The most disrespected person in America is the Black woman.’ This video conference aimed to give them a space to share their experiences and uplift each other.

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Netflix has a new show that will fulfill all your bad rom-com dreams set in a beautiful city — if you can look past its issues.

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The backlash to Cardi B and Meg Thee Stallion’s hit song is incredibly hypocritical, and ignores the track’s empowering message.