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The Premier League Betting Markets to Explore this Season

Daniel Reed

The Premier League season has kicked off and the battle for supremacy is underway.…

September 2, 2025

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Maximizing online gaming while managing college demands

Daniel Reed

Balancing academic responsibilities with personal interests is essential for overall well-being.…

September 2, 2025

5 Ways to Fast-Track Your Career as a Student

Daniel Reed

With the right strategies, you can start laying the groundwork for professional success right now.…

April 7, 2025

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Connecting with the Next Generation of Consumers: How Gen Z Shaped Modern Marketing

Daniel Reed

The world of marketing has undergone a dramatic transformation over time.…

October 20, 2024

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‘Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 2’ Embraces Unconventionality

Nnekakwo Adibe, Lesley University

Rihanna's latest fashion show is a boundary-pushing storm of sensuality and self-expression, reimagining what it is to be sexy.…

October 15, 2020

Presidential debate. (Illustration by Eri Iguchi, Minneapolis College of Art and Design)

7 Most Shocking Moments in Presidential Debate History

Anna Wurm, Texas A&M University

The recent chaotic political exchange between President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden is but one of many startling political conferences in U.S. record.…

October 14, 2020

Trump and Scientists Fight Over the Cause of the California Wildfires

Aimi Wen, Duke University

While the president blames the state for its fires, the wildfires continue to burn. Better climate change policies and forest management strategies are needed.…

October 14, 2020

Why Continuing Education Is Essential in the Healthcare Industry

Daniel Reed

Staying up-to-date with new development is crucial in the medical field…

October 14, 2020

Club Penguin in The Time of COVID-19: Keep Calm and Waddle On

Summer Brotman, University of California, Los Angeles

By evoking both nostalgia and a sense of community, the classic game, particularly on private servers like Club Penguin Rewritten, provides a sense of refuge.…

October 13, 2020

Internet ‘Stan’ Culture Needs To Get Rid of Its Cult Mentality

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The increased presence of celebrities on social media sometimes makes people think they are closer to their favorites than they are. This can have serious consequences.…

October 13, 2020

Dollhouses Are Providing the Perfect Escape for People in Quarantine

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

Aided by social media and the desire to recreate the dream homes of people's imaginations, the old pastime is garnering some renewed interest.…

October 13, 2020

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The Stories of Four Irish Immigrants Who Made It to the Bronx

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Their stories were all different, but their journey still feels incredibly familiar.…

October 13, 2020

An image for an article about simp culture. Illustrated by Adam Lee.

How the Term ‘Simp’ Reinforces Toxic Masculinity and Objectifies Women

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

This slang term criticizes men who are nice to their partners instead of being more 'dominant.' It needs to stop for the sake of healthy relationships.…

October 11, 2020

Why @depthsofwikipedia Should Be Your Next Rabbit Hole

Alice Murphy, University of Maryland, College Park

This Instagram account is a virtual treasure trove of useless facts and weird bits of information. Perfect for your next Zoom date!…

October 11, 2020

5 Free and Low-Cost Mental Health Resources for Black Women

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

This year has taken an incredible toll on people, especially Black women.…

October 11, 2020

"Wordslut" and language. (Illustration by Mel Quagrainie, Columbia College Chicago)

‘Wordslut’ Teaches Us How We Can Change the World Through Language

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

Amanda Montell’s 2019 book examines how adjusting the words that we use can alter how gender and sexuality are considered in today's society — for the better.…

October 10, 2020

In Spite of Pandemic Worries, New York City Isn’t Dead

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

COVID-19 fears may be fueling an exodus from the Big Apple, but the city is resilient and will bounce back — like it's done numerous times before.…

October 10, 2020

Illustration of Silly Bandz by Veronica Chen

10 Years Later, It’s Time To Celebrate Silly Bandz and Its Short-Lived Spotlight

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

The children’s toy fad was intense but brief. Yet its legacy lives on in subtle ways within us.…

October 8, 2020

Toxic Positivity: When Positive Vibes Go Too Far

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

Being optimistic is generally considered a good thing, but what happens when people take that to the extreme? Oftentimes the result pushes an upbeat attitude that ultimately invalidates normal human emotions.…

October 8, 2020

Words We’ve Added to Our Vocab in 2020

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

The year 2020 has introduced countless new terms and phrases into our jargon.…

October 7, 2020

‘Lovecraft Country’ Shows the Horror of Both Ghosts and Racism

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

Using a Black main cast, the show uses the supernatural themes of H.P. Lovecraft to ask who the real monsters are.…

October 7, 2020

Sex education might be the answer to the abortion debate. (Photo by Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition on Unsplash)

Breaking Down the Pro-Life and Pro-Choice Divide, and Addressing the Real Problem

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

The topic of abortion has been put up for debate many times, but the issue at its core could help clear the divide.…

October 6, 2020

6 Fun and Affordable Ideas (and Costumes!) for Halloween 2020

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

Do-it-yourself outfits and socially distant celebrations can help make the spookiest holiday of the year safe and enjoyable, pandemic or not.…

October 6, 2020

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TikTok Mansions and the Strange Sensation of Content Creator Collectives

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

Follower counts and likes once reigned as the indicator of success on social media platforms. Once free market greed trickled into the equation, influencers then relied on money to define their fame. Now, many are…

October 6, 2020

The ICE Detention Facility Sterilizations Are Nothing New in U.S History

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

The hysterectomies performed at the Irwin County Detention Center are just one more incident in a long line of racist reproductive practices in America. …

October 6, 2020

Lawns Should Not Be a Part of the American Dream

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

They've long been a part of the picture-perfect image of the American dream home, but they're actually a nightmare for our bigger home — the Earth.…

October 6, 2020

An example of a maximalist style room, illustrated by Baz Pugmire

You’ve Heard About Minimalism, but Maximalist Style Is Just as Intriguing

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

Aesthetic considerations are an important part of decorating your space, and looking past current trends can help you find your own style.…

October 5, 2020

Recycling Is Not the Response To the Climate Crisis We’re Looking For

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

Our planet is up in flames due to the climate crisis, but what can we do to help? The answer isn’t what you may think.…

October 5, 2020

A Deep Look Into the 1619 Project and Its Controversy

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

The 2019 undertaking, directed by Nikole Hannah-Jones, is facing backlash from people who disagree with its integration into American school systems.…

October 5, 2020

conspiracy illustration by Veronica Chen

How Does ‘Conspiracy Thinking’ Manifest in Your Everyday Life?

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

The extreme theories may seem outlandish and irrational, but many of our regular beliefs may be no better.…

October 3, 2020

In an article about West Coast wildfires. The image is of a fire behind a California town.

Wildfires Leave West Coasters Asking: ‘Where Will We Go?’

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

In a record fire season, tens of thousands of residents of affected regions are forced to leave everything behind, or live with the risks of staying put.…

October 2, 2020