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How Gambling Sites Are Innovating to Appeal to Younger Generations

Gambling platforms are rebuilding themselves for a new generation that grew up with smartphones, social media, and streaming.…

November 29, 2025

How to Host the Ultimate Casino-Themed Party with Your Friends

Daniel Reed

A casino-themed party isn’t about pretending you’re in Monte Carlo. It’s about getting your mates together, rolling the dice, playing a few rounds, and sharing a good laugh.…

November 29, 2025

Slot Game Jackpots Explained: How They Work and Why They’re So Exciting

Daniel Reed

Have you ever asked yourself what makes jackpots so exciting in slot games? …

October 5, 2025

college student with online gaming controller ready to bet

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

Casino Games You Can Play With Your Friends

Daniel Reed

You don't need to go to Las Vegas to hang out at the casino with your friends.…

April 5, 2020

Describing stigma surrounding Asian-American women, many of these women can be left in the dark when it comes to body positivity in a tug-of-war between their two cultures much like the woman pictured above in a dark scene with little light.

Let’s Talk About Body Image for Asian American Women

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

Asian American women deal with pressure from all levels on body image.…

April 3, 2020

How the Coronavirus Pandemic Could Have Been Prevented

Ian Nordin, University of Texas at San Antonio

A devastating pandemic just like COVID-19 has been predicted on multiple occasions, but the proper precautions were not put in place.…

April 3, 2020

Illustration of money to reach body goals

Need Motivation for Your Body Goals? Use an App To Bet on Them

Desiree Jaime, Hofstra University

Most of us are guilty of abandoning our workouts and fitness routines after a few weeks. But what if there was a financial incentive?…

April 2, 2020

What Exactly Is Pranayama, and How Can You Do It?

Karunya Bhramasandra, Stanford University

One of the eight branches of yoga, this practice of breath control is the perfect way to stave off anxiety in a hectic world.…

April 2, 2020

A Brief History of the Life and Death of Skinny Jeans

Kate Carter, Middle Tennessee State University

The fashion staple has been around for ages, but with current trends opting for looser styles, they are on their way out — for the moment.…

April 2, 2020

Why You Should Create Art, Even If You’re Not Good at It

Kaelani Ramirez, Arizona State University

Don’t worry about the end result — at the end of the day, it'll make you feel good. …

April 2, 2020

Learning How to Self-Quarantine and the Challenges That Lie Ahead

Janella Tibbetts, Framingham State University

Right now, we're all facing challenges and having to adapt as the COVID-19 outbreak continues to spread.…

April 1, 2020

The Jonas Brothers in an article about the interests of teenage girls

Why Do We Invalidate Things Liked by Teenage Girls?

Katherine McLaughlin, The New School

Whether it's One Direction or 'Twilight,' things enjoyed by young women aren't taken as seriously.…

April 1, 2020

Billie Eilish in article about calling things problematic

It’s Time We Stop Calling Things ‘Problematic’

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

The phrase has gone from a term to call out prejudice to overused internet slang that has lost all meaning. There are so many better words.…

April 1, 2020

7 Out-of-the-Ordinary Tools To Spice Up Your Crafting

Janani Mangai Srinivasan, Wake Forest University

Here's how to use everyday items to fulfill your creative impulses — because even the most mundane household objects can be used to create something extraordinary.…

April 1, 2020

Should Universities Divest From Fossil Fuels?

Sarah Stager, University of Pittsburgh

In a time where climate change is pressing our generation, should universities get rid of their investments in oil, gas and coal?…

March 31, 2020

stick figures stuck in houses in article about quarantine

A Vignette of the Life of the Quarantined Young Person

Kate Carter, Middle Tennessee State University

If you're stuck inside with extra time on your hands, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the pressure to be productive.…

March 31, 2020

A woman at the foot of a man in an article about female entrepreneurs

How Should We Talk About Female Entrepreneurs?

Katherine McLaughlin, The New School

The conversation around women business owners might mean more obstacles for them than their male counterparts.…

March 31, 2020

A hand holding a small globe in an article about third culture kids

The Rise of Third Culture Kids in a World That Grows Smaller

Janani Mangai Srinivasan, Wake Forest University

Those that grew up outside of their parents' homelands are a driving force in the global village.…

March 30, 2020

The New ‘Wellness Barbie’ Misses the Point of the Doll

Desiree Jaime, Hofstra University

We have seen countless iterations of the iconic Mattel toy over the years. Is this version just bringing in adult worries into kids' playtime?…

March 30, 2020

Tackling the realities of compassion fatigue in the 21st century, this illustration of a girl reaching out to an overwhelming wave of social issues.

Caring Too Much Has a Name: Compassion Fatigue

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

In the age of technology it’s never been easier to stay informed — and burnt out. …

March 30, 2020

The Current Generation’s Attitude Toward Business Casual Wear

Janani Mangai Srinivasan, Wake Forest University

It's such a nebulous category, and has a host of problems — including how it can often reinforce the gender binary.…

March 29, 2020

10 Ways To Stay Busy During Your Coronavirus Quarantine

Kayla Placide, University at Buffalo

Maybe you've been wanting to pick up a new hobby or finally start that book. Now is the perfect time.…

March 28, 2020

In a society where weight and body size is always magnified by the public, it's hard to accept our bodies for what they look like at every point of the day. The ilustration of three women, in various shapes and sized, demonstrates the importance of celebrating our bodies.

Celebrating Our Body Means Celebrating Our Body’s Fluctuations Too

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

Your body won't always look 'perfect' and that's okay.…

March 27, 2020

How Becoming an Online Slots Developer Is Now a Thing

Daniel Reed

Wondering what you should do for a living? Here's an interesting career choice for you.…

March 27, 2020

Harvey Weinstein escorted by police officer in article about events other than COVID-19 that took place in March

7 Events From March Other Than the COVID-19 Pandemic

Vaishnavi Kalyana, College of DuPage

Due to the coronavirus, many events have been pushed out of the news cycle. Here are a few headlines that have flown under the radar.…

March 26, 2020

How Do Cannabinoids Actually Work in Your Body?

Daniel Reed

Just from the name, you can probably guess that it's found in cannabis. How does it actually do its thing, though?…

March 26, 2020

The "Cool Girl" trope is problematic to women both on and off of the big screen. Megan Fox, pictured avove in a scene from 'Transformers' is one woman who has fallen victim to this label.

Breaking Down Media Tropes: The Problematic ‘Cool Girl’

Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

What makes the 'Cool Girl' cool? Is it her appeal and convenience to men?…

March 25, 2020

photo of career fair in article about getting a good trade fair booth

A Guide to Getting the Right Trade Show Booth

Daniel Reed

You want to stand out, but you don't want to spend too much.…

March 25, 2020

Illustration of someone wearing colored wigs

Goodbye Hair Dye, Hello Wigs

Janella Tibbetts, Framingham State University

Tired of your hair? Looking to switch up your look? Want to avoid making a huge mess? There might just be a solution that is quick, easy and clean.…

March 24, 2020

In an article discussing how Tumblr single-handledy both harmed and uplifted a community of LGBT+ individuals, the Tumblr icon is seen displayed against a rainbow back drop with open palms below it and a fist above the icon.

The Duality of Tumblr: How It Harmed and Uplifted The LGBT+ Community

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

Tumblr's toxic, overly inclusive environment might be embarrassing in hindsight, but it was a pioneer for safe spaces for LGBT+ people on the internet.…

March 24, 2020

In an article discussing the dangers of stigma and prejudice during a viral pandemic, a man is pictured on the streets with a face mask to prevent a higher chance of catching an illness.

What Can the AIDS/HIV Crisis Really Teach Us About Coronavirus?

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

Drawing parallels from the AIDS/HIV crisis, the U.S. government should be held accountable and push past stigmas and prejudices in order to stop the pandemic.…

March 23, 2020