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Paul Holston Is Holding Journalism Accountable

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The Army veteran and editor in chief of Howard University’s prestigious student newspaper is fighting for journalistic integrity.…

February 3, 2017

Eddie Huang Is the Hero We Need

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As xenophobic rhetoric continues to spread, the writer, chef, activist and television host remains a stalwart defender of cultural diversity.…

January 27, 2017

Kodak Black: Songbird or Jailbird?

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A look at one of hip-hop’s newest, oddest talents.…

January 23, 2017

Thinking About Permanently Marking Your Body?

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Based on personal experience (six of them), here are a few things to keep in mind when getting your first tattoo.…

January 15, 2017

The NFL’s Excessive Problem with Celebration

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The league needs to adopt a more reasonable attitude toward end zone celebrations, or the sport risks becoming completely robotic.…

January 3, 2017

The Best Gift This Year Is the NBA’s Christmas Line-up

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In order to prepare for the best basketball day of the year, here’s a game-by-game breakdown of what fans can expect.…

December 24, 2016

5 Reasons to Listen to Post Malone’s New Album, ‘Stoney’

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The 'White Iverson' star is proving that he has no intention of being a one-hit wonder.…

December 17, 2016

The Most Embarrassing Basketball Bloopers of 2016

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At least there’s something from 2016 that was slightly positive.…

December 13, 2016

From Overshadowed Singer to True Star: The Evolution of The Weeknd

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The once dark and mysterious singer is now enjoying the spotlight as one of pop music’s biggest stars.…

December 3, 2016

What the Hell Is Happening to Kanye?

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Is it possible that ‘Ye’s recent rants and breakdowns stem from something much deeper than we had assumed?…

November 30, 2016

ATCQ’s Last Album Drops at the Perfect Time for Americans

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With their old school vibe and a touch of 2016-fueled drama, A Tribe Called Quest just dropped arguably the most important album of the year.…

November 19, 2016

A Breakdown of California’s Choice to Legalize Recreational Marijuana

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Here’s a guide to what you can and can’t do under the passing of Proposition 64.…

November 12, 2016

Meet Matt Nelson, the Student Behind the WeRateDogs (@Dog_Rates) Twitter Phenomenon

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This is Matt. He rates dogs on Twitter. H*cking hilarious. 12/10 would follow.…

November 5, 2016

Say Goodbye to Vine, But Not to the Social Media Star

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With Vine closing down due to other social platforms (thanks a lot, Instagram), the celebrities it produced are finding new ways to sustain their fame.…

November 4, 2016

What We Learned about the New NBA Season from Opening Night

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As anticipated, the Cavs are still holding their own, but opening night showed us some other teams setting the bar this season.…

October 28, 2016

The Simpsons Have Been Predicting the Future Since 1989

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From the Rolling Stones’ longevity to Trump’s presidential candidacy, the show has made some startling accurate predictions.…

October 25, 2016

Dear Kid Cudi: A Letter from a Fan

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After publicly admitting his depression, Cudi, a musician who inspired breakthroughs with his music, is now changing how we look at mental health.…

October 16, 2016

Earthquake Preparedness 101 from ‘The Rock’

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Apparently, you’re not supposed to stand in a doorframe?…

October 8, 2016

Student Rapper Ceezar Aims to Bring Columbus Sound to New York City

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The NYU student and Music Business major talks balancing schoolwork and an aspiring hip-hop career.…

October 5, 2016

Does the Perfect Girlfriend Really Exist?

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A guy’s analysis of the list, 'Top 10: Traits of a Good Girlfriend.'…

September 30, 2016

What Kaepernick’s Protest Is Really Revealing

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The responses to Colin Kaepernick’s protest are teaching us plenty about the American people.…

September 21, 2016

Why Donald Glover’s ‘Atlanta’ Is So Important

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Donald Glover’s hit show is taking Georgia’s capital to new heights.…

September 14, 2016

What I Learned From the 6 Most Horrifying College Roommate Stories

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It can always be worse.…

September 7, 2016

Why We Need Vince Staples So Badly

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At a time in which many people are afraid to speak their minds, the 23-year old rapper is a hilarious, insightful voice of reason.…

August 31, 2016

In “The Get Down,” Netflix Nails the Birth of Hip Hop

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Despite being overshadowed by other original series, “The Get Down” has a case for being the summer’s biggest hit.…

August 30, 2016

Day N Night Fest Brings Spectacular Performances and Logistical Headaches

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Notes from a concert created exclusively for hip hop fans.…

August 18, 2016

Talking with Andrew Sutherland, Founder of Quizlet

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You might know the app from cramming vocabulary before a midterm, but Sutherland has bigger plans for helping students learn.…

August 14, 2016

Oh Draymond! The Adventures of the NBA’s Newest Antihero

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After Green’s recent Snapchat pickle, critics are asking if he’s worth his off-court antics. The answer is yes.…

August 12, 2016

As July Nears Its End, Will Frank Ocean Release His New Album?

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At the time of this writing, “no” is the likely answer, though there is one reason to hope.…

July 28, 2016

Wait, What About Westbrook?

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With Durant gone, Westbrook finds himself alone in Oklahoma. Here’s what he’s considering.…

July 14, 2016