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Jayy Von Monroe as both a member of Blood and the Dance Floor and as a drag queen

After Blood on the Dance Floor, Jayy Von Monroe Finds Redemption in Drag

Formerly a member (often under duress) of the controversial emo band, the young musician has embraced who they are and isn't afraid to let the world know.…

February 8, 2022

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From Snake to Genshin Impact, Mobile Gaming Is All Grown Up

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It used to be that the games on your smartphone paled in comparison to PC and console games. Lately, however, they've been catching up.…

February 3, 2022

Here’s What We Already Know About ‘The Lord of the Rings: War of Rohirrim’

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While very little information has been released about the beloved series's upcoming film, we do know that it will be featuring a refreshing anime art style.…

January 22, 2022

A Look Back on the First Four Seasons of ‘Haikyuu!!’

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In anticipation of its recently announced fifth season, here is a refresher on what has happened in the sports comedy anime so far.…

January 14, 2022

The World of Final Fantasy Is Experiencing a Surge of New Players

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The Japanese role-playing game series is more popular than ever and, while this may be good news in most circumstances, the game's servers cannot keep up with this influx of players.…

January 5, 2022

Vicente Fernandez draped in the Mexican flag

Vicente ‘Chente’ Fernández Is Gone, but His Legacy Will Live On

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With the recent passing of El Ídolo de México, it is more important than ever to honor his lasting impact on traditional ranchera music.…

December 28, 2021

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Will the Upcoming ‘Uglies’ Film Adaptation Live Up to Fans’ Expectations?

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While the book series has been popular since its release in 2005, readers are worried that a movie will leave them disappointed.…

December 23, 2021

After 17 Years of Paramore, Fans Want To Know What Comes Next

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The American emo pop-punk band first made their mark on the music industry in the mid-2000s, but the group has been relatively quiet ever since — until now.…

December 16, 2021

Emo Night Offers a Refreshing Throwback to Millennial Music

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As club promoters have come to realize just how nostalgic punk and pop-punk really is, nights themed around these genres have only become more and more popular.…

December 9, 2021

The Long Wait for ‘Violet Evergarden: The Movie’ Is Finally Over

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Although the film was released in Japan in 2020, American viewers have had to wait much longer to stream the long-anticipated installment of the series.…

December 1, 2021

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Objectum Sexuality and the Woman Who Married the Eiffel Tower

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As people who have been judged for sexually identifying outside of the heteronormative, the OS community fights for recognition.…

November 25, 2021

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‘Twisted Wonderland’ Will Mark Disney’s Big Jump Into the World of Anime

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As the conglomerate continues to buy out massive corporations and expand its domain, the announcement of its most recent anime-related project has pleasantly surprised many fans.…

November 18, 2021

Haunted Chocolatier: ConcernedApe’s Exciting New Video Game Announcement

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The well-known RPG developer recently introduced his latest project, which is highly reminiscent of its beyond-charming predecessor, Stardew Valley.…

November 11, 2021

Illustration of Sailor Moon, a character from an early 2000s anime

Fans Are Clamoring for a Renewal of Early 2000s Anime Series

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As the Japanese style of animation is becoming more acceptable in society, new and old fans alike continue to plead for the revival of earlier, underhyped animes.…

November 3, 2021

How Has COVID-19 Affected Music Festivals?

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As these events go from being postponed to canceled outright due to the pandemic, fans are hopeful for their eventual comeback.…

October 29, 2021

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Is ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Still Relevant After 18 Seasons?

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While the American medical drama series is known for how long it's been on the air, many are beginning to wonder how (and when) its characters' storylines will truly end.…

October 19, 2021

Halloween and Horror-Themed Shops Now Walk Among the Living All Year Long

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Since October is not enough to fully appreciate everyone's favorite spooky holiday, bars and stores celebrating all things ghostly are posing a solution to this perennial problem.…

October 13, 2021

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