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Grammy Night 2020 Leaves Audiences Feeling Uneasy

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The event was overshadowed by the death of Kobe Bryant and looming allegations about the Recording Academy.…

January 30, 2020

Halsey’s New Album ‘Manic’ Is Exactly What It Says

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The musician's latest album is brilliantly and beautifully manic.…

January 23, 2020

Oscar Nominations Are Here and I Have Thoughts

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There are some critical absences this year. First off: Awkwafina.…

January 18, 2020

How to Plan a Trip to Disney

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Yes, you need to download the app.…

January 13, 2020

Ariana Grande Releases Surprise Live Album, ‘k bye for now (swt live)’

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Released just moments after her Sweetener World Tour ended, this recording perfectly captures the intensity and skill of the musician's live performances.…

January 3, 2020

How Taylor Swift’s Billboard Woman of the Decade Speech Solidified Her Stardom

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From the casual lyric drops to dragging misogynists, the musician took important stands and summed up an influential, storied career (so far).…

December 27, 2019

How Harry Styles’ ‘Fine Line’ Sounds to a New Fan

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A 'Fine Line' opinion that’s as unbiased as I can be.…

December 18, 2019

A24 and the Transition From Hollywood Big-Budgets to Arthouse Masterpieces

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This artier newcomer is stepping into the film industry's spotlight and edging out previous stalwarts like Miramax.…

December 12, 2019

The Live-Action ‘Lady and the Tramp’ Is Beautiful

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The film jettisons the problematic elements of the original, and the more realistic animation has the spirit many felt 'The Lion King' lacked.…

December 5, 2019

Grammy Nominations Are Here and This Is What You Need to Know

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Did your favorites make the cut?…

November 27, 2019

The New ‘Dickinson’ TV Series Falls Short of Expectations

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Hailee Steinfeld’s latest project doesn’t seem to get its main character.…

November 23, 2019

Ariana Grande and More Shine on ‘Charlie’s Angels’ Soundtrack

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The album is full of legends, from Chaka Khan to Donna Summer.…

November 14, 2019

The Gendered Nature of Astrology and Its Scientific Merit

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It's time to explore how a practice pushed into the limelight by femme people is not taken seriously.…

November 9, 2019

How Similar Is ‘The Sims 4 Discover University’ to Actual University?

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Will the expansion pack actually reflect college life, or will it just be another example of 'The Sim 4' not living up to its predecessors?…

November 2, 2019

In Polarizing Times, ‘Sesame Street’ Tackles Intense Issues Head On

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Whether it's autism or addiction, the long-running kids show continues to engage with pressing matters in our current social and political climate.…

October 27, 2019

We Have to Talk About the ‘Euphoria’ Score

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The brand new project from Labrinth has finally been released.…

October 17, 2019

Pay Attention: Rice University Launches Campaign for Justice for Survivors of Sexual Violence

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It comes after an opinion piece in The Rice Thresher, in which a woman describes her poor treatment by the university after reporting her assault.…

October 11, 2019

‘Frozen 2’ Will Finally Teach Us the Origin of Elsa’s Powers

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The brand-new trailer takes us into an enchanted forest!…

October 5, 2019

Emmys Rundown: Who Won, Who Should Have Won

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Can we please move on from 'Game of Thrones' now?…

September 25, 2019

Is ‘The Morning Show’ Actually What Apple TV+ Needs?

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Will the star-studded series help the new streaming service succeed?…

September 18, 2019

Odd Jobs Theater Majors Have Taken

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You would not believe how many become bus drivers.…

September 16, 2019

The Best of Lana Del Rey’s New Album

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Are you here for 'Norman F—ing Rockwell!'?…

September 10, 2019

How Does ‘Lover’ Compare to Taylor Swift’s Other Albums?

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Is it really all sunshine and rainbows?…

August 28, 2019

The Best Packing Guide for Back-to-School Move-In

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Time to get out of your childhood bedroom and back onto campus!…

August 23, 2019

Ariana Grande and Social House’s ‘Boyfriend’ Should Be the Song of the Summer

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The bop brings R&B vibes and creative sounds.…

August 16, 2019

How College Taught Me That Gender Means Nothing

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The art of unlearning gender roles and restrictions by way of glittery eyeshadow and living with your friends.…

August 9, 2019

‘The Lion King: The Gift’ Album Might Be Better Than ‘The Lion King’ Movie

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The corresponding Beyoncé album mirrors past Disney music projects, like Kendrick Lamar’s 'Black Panther: The Album.'…

August 7, 2019

Early Grammy Nomination Predictions in the Four Big Categories

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As the eligibility period comes to a close, Ariana Grande and Billie Eilish look to dominate.…

July 27, 2019

Why Russians Should Not Have Been the Villain in ‘Stranger Things 3’

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We've reached the death of the show’s subtle Cold War commentary.…

July 22, 2019

Why You Shouldn’t Make a Finsta

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Delete your account. (No, really, it's for the best.)…

July 20, 2019