By Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The recent Netflix documentary reveals problems in the U.S. school system that go beyond the infamous 2019 admission scandal.

By Daniel Reed

These sites say they have a shortcut.

By Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

While all games provide some sort of escape, there’s nothing quite like the adventures you can experience from the more easygoing ones that encourage exploration.

By Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

The Chinese TV competition show gives viewers the chance to witness the ins and outs of the acting process.

By Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

The much-anticipated newest release in the Nintendo franchise is here, and it takes players through a rich mythical world where battling beasts is great fun.

By Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

Following the success of ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home,’ the iconic hero will return this Christmas. Here are some predictions about the film and what it could mean for the franchise.

By Daniel Reed

Getting more people looking at your posts is the first step to getting more followers.

By Drew Goretzka, Michigan State University

Now that information can be delivered to you in a bundle of flashy videos in under 10 minutes, print media just doesn’t cut it anymore.

By Karen Lu, Yale University

The former Bon Appetit star has made a name for herself as a culinary expert with her eponymous new cookbook and popular YouTube channel.

By Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Publishers are paying users in the book community on the app, also known as BookTok, to promote their books, leaving some people with mixed feelings.

By Daniel Reed

Ranged weapons are good, but if you really want to slay your enemies, you’re going to need to get up close and personal.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

Unlike many superhero movies, Marvel’s latest mini-series, ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,’ shows something more down-to-earth: Bucky Barnes and his ongoing battle against PTSD.

By Daniel Reed

Here are some possible ways to get more people looking at your profile.

By Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University

Don’t let the bright color scheme and sunflowers fool you — this beautifully written anime doesn’t pull any punches when it comes to discussing the trauma many women face growing up, and how healing isn’t always an easy option.

By Emma Watts, University of Arizona

By Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

While the show may appear to only critique its white characters, a closer look will show that its characters of color receive the same treatment.

By Daniel Reed

No matter who you are, your account could use a little bit of a boost. Here are some places that could help.

By Michael Boland, DePaul University

After a series of delays and controversial nominations, ‘music’s biggest night’ went on, with big wins for industry staples and newcomers alike.

By Daniel Reed

Get more people listening in.

By Daniel Reed

Get people more engaged with your work.

By Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

The newest installment in the Nintendo game series is not the best JRPG on the market, but it offers familiar gameplay for veteran fans and fresh twists for newcomers.

By Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Chloé Zhao’s awarding winning film makes viewers question what’s truly valuable to them.

By Julianna Steen, Auburn University

Get to know the former Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who recently talked about why they left the British monarchy in an interview with Oprah.

By Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

The war drama tells the tale of a United Nations translator that lives through the Bosnian War and endures several hardships throughout.

By Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

Clearly taking inspiration from ‘Black Mirror,’ the show isn’t the most unique, but does its job well. What does this say about making successful television?

By Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Apps such as bopdrop and features like Spotify Wrapped support the idea that a person’s favorite songs can hint at their character. Is this a bad thing, or is there some validity to it?

By Daniel Reed

Who doesn’t want more people looking at their page?

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

Snyder’s version of the superhero film is more than just a movie; it represents the heroic qualities that went on behind the scenes.

By Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

From love triangles to high school crushes to fake relationship tropes, the genre offers options for anyone’s taste in love.

By Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

Videos of the ‘Mission Impossible’ actor recently went viral on the video-sharing platform. The twist? It wasn’t him.

By Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

New design options and seasonal items make the charming Nintendo game more exciting to play now than ever before.

By Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

One year after its release, this famous app is still growing, partially because its exclusivity and audio-only format facilitate a close-knit group experience.

By Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

After Logan Green visited Africa and found the inspiration to form Zimride, he and John Zimmer were able to go on and create one of the most successful rideshare services available today.

By Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio

By Beth Jordan, Aquinas College

The show got off to an admittedly rocky start, receiving negative feedback from longtime fans of the franchise. Is it possible to make a comeback?

By Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

After years of dealing with insecurity and ridicule for her heritage, the singer is embracing her roots with her new Spanish-language EP.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

The movie series centering on apes conquering the world is often overlooked. Here’s why it should be considered one of the greatest trilogies in history.

By Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

While more BIPOC actors and producers are being recognized at the 93rd annual Academy Awards, there were many snubs during the nomination season.

By Kieran Benson, Luther College

The American singer-songwriter’s honest and intimate music is exactly what indie-folk rock needs, even if the Grammys failed to recognize this.

By Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio

Nearly five decades after its release, Kubrick’s infamous film is examining themes of morality, justice and free will that are even more relevant today.

By Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

While Disney’s newest film isn’t perfect, it marks a change in how the studio operates creatively and prompts questions about how the studio will approach future releases.

By Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

Netflix’s new original film teaches about coming into one’s identity, sexism in highschools and what it means to find something worth fighting for as a teenager.

By Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

In a twist on the isekai anime genre, the devil is transported from an alternate world into modern-day Japan and must make a living as a fast-food employee.

By Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

Historically subscription-based and expensive to create, these multiplayer online games are being outpaced by other, cheaper and more profitable genres.

By Brandon Li, Vassar College

The esports franchise has made a string of questionable decisions to remove talented players from its League of Legends team which, over time, have led to a decline in the organization’s prestige.

By Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

This Chinese reality show displays both a strong sense of community and the importance of grit and a growth mindset.

By Michael Boland, DePaul University

The hit reality TV series follows the staff of Lisa Vanderpump’s LA Restaurant, Sur, as they indulge in alcohol and adultery, all while waiting tables.

By Daniel Reed

Some people suggest using these applications to help grow your presence on the social media platform.

By Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Despite the stark violence and discrimination that exists in the television industry, Netflix champions Eric Effiong and the intersection of his ethnicity, race and sexuality in largely positive ways.

By Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Selena Gomez’s hit song and music video explore the healing process and personal growth that comes with recovery from a broken heart.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

The celebrated superhero mini-series has been regarded as the TV series of the year because of its many outstanding attributes, such as its detailed depiction of sorrow.

By Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

Tilt — the process of a player becoming increasingly frustrated with a game — can provide great insight into sunk cost and American entertainment.

By Michael Boland, DePaul University

Lee Isaac Chung’s Oscar-nominated film follows a 1980s Korean American family as they search for the American dream and fight to keep their family together.

By Brandon Li, Vassar College

The anime presents a diverse array of characters, each with a distinct motivation for their shared quest to attain the wish-granting Holy Grail.

By Emma Watts, University of Arizona

By Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

The game gives players the freedom to choose their own means of enjoyment, be it completing events and minigames or simply tending to their farms at a relaxed pace.

By Daniel Reed

The platform may not be as ‘hip’ as Instagram or Twitter anymore, but success on here is still important if you want to grow your brand or, especially, your business.

By Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

Hogwarts Legacy, a new game in the ‘Harry Potter’ franchise, has been met with backlash due to J.K. Rowling’s transphobia — despite efforts to make the game more inclusive. Is it possible to divorce her work from her words?

By Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University

While the Disney movie captures the cultures of the region beautifully, it lacks an actual majority Southeast Asian cast — and it also isn’t available to stream in much of the region.

By Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

Rosamund Pike stars in this Netflix original 2020 film, which attempts to spark conversations about conservatorship in America but misses the mark.

By Emma Watts, University of Arizona

YouTube’s online studying community can be a great source of motivation, but it can also hinder your productivity.

By Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

Ahead of the soon-to-be-released remaster of the game for Nintendo Switch, here’s a deep dive into the classic role-playing game that lets you customize your team of avatars into any people you want on your journey.

By Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The Joe Keery-led comedy-horror film satirizes influencer culture and sheds light on the consequences of online narcissism.

By Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

While the series appears to have a poor understanding of teenage melodrama, its Netflix counterpart ‘Grand Army’ shows what it’s actually like to be a modern American high school student.

By Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio

While numerous issues caused the 2017 superhero movie to flop, Zack Snyder’s upcoming lengthier version might save the film.

By Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

These tools will let your phone or tablet help maximize how much you get done each day.

By Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Even a year after the series’s end, the show deserves to be praised for containing one of the few real portrayals of asexuality on TV.

By Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

The character conceals compassion beneath a ruthless demeanor in order to survive in the hit Netflix manga adaptation.

By Joseph Gorzka III, University of Virginia

Then-futuristic books and films have featured tools like FaceTime, credit cards, 3D printers and more before they became part of everyday society.

By Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

After comparing these two popular drama series, it becomes clear that the different racial dynamics say a lot about society’s cultural influence on the entertainment industry.

By Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

Chloé Zhao’s new film provides a refreshing take on the played-out trope of the protagonist hitting the road and coming to terms with their identity.

By Beth Jordan, Aquinas College

After many failed film attempts and getting overshadowed by ‘Star Wars,’ Frank Herbert’s classic sci-fi novel is finally getting another opportunity to shine on the silver screen.

By Karen Lu, Yale University

Known for his deep voice and witty gaming commentary, the faceless content creator has seen a recent growth in his views from his Among Us livestreams.

By Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

In this Netflix comedy special, a not-so-qualified relationship guru gives us the rules to love using dark humor and an interesting puzzle analogy.

By Emma Watts, University of Arizona

Though these tips may appear harmless, watching someone else’s daily dietary advice can harm your relationship with food if you aren’t careful.

By Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio

After decades of silence, the video game series has released an exciting and violent preview for an upcoming action film.

By Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

The 2020 Taylor Swift documentary expertly highlights the impact that stardom has had on the singer, while also showing the value of the little moments.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

In anticipation of the upcoming release of the most recent MonsterVerse film, fans are wondering what’s on the horizon for the film universe.

By Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

The Netflix film is phenomenal, captivating audiences with nothing more than two characters and a few moments of heavy silence. So why would some people never want to watch it again?

By Daniel Reed

Here’s another place to wager online.

By Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Netflix’s latest docuseries focuses more on misleading conspiracies than facts and consequently reveals a problematic trend in the true crime genre.

By Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

The Australian singer-songwriter’s debut movie left many with a sour taste in their mouths due to the inhumane treatment of its neuroatypical main character.

By Karen Lu, Yale University

While hip-hop and rap have become a phenomenon in China, these artists have abandoned both the genre’s Black roots and its emphasis on authenticity.

By Daniel Reed

Ensure that the people who visit your website aren’t away from social media for too long.

By Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University

Is the third time always a charm? In the last installment of Netflix’s beloved teen romance trilogy, we finally get to see how it all ends for Peter and Lara Jean.

By Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

While both series deal with scandals in high society, the recent Netflix Original fails at humanizing its wealthy and pompous cast of characters.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

Could the last three films have been better and less divisive if they had the characters in ‘The Mandalorian’ and other upcoming Disney+ series?

By Emma Watts, University of Arizona

Brighten up your day with the adorable stuffed reptile that’s stomping all over social media.

By Brandon Li, Vassar College

The professional League of Legends player has persevered in the face of much backlash throughout his long career.

By Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

Many games within and outside the franchise will let daring players slay beasts and go on quests ahead of the newest installment’s March 2021 release.

By Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

By Michael Boland, DePaul University

The raunchy Netflix animated sitcom from Bill Burr satirizes the nuclear family and does away with rose-tinted glasses.

By Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The New York Times documentary boldly exposes the dark underbelly of Hollywood stardom, showing how tabloid culture exploited, harassed and vilified a young popstar — and how the people around her failed to protect her.

By Julianna Steen, Auburn University

From live-action flicks to animated delights, these movies will thrill audiences of all ages.

By Joseph Gorzka III, University of Virginia

The athletic world has offerings for recreational and seasoned players alike that go far beyond football and soccer.

By Kieran Benson, Luther College

In the final installment of the romantic-comedy movie series, Lara Jean Covey’s optimistic spirit is refreshing for those who are unlucky in love.

By Daniel Reed

Expand your account the easy way with the help of one of these apps.

By Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Check out these novels before their film versions hit the theaters and streaming services.

By Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

With its reward system, various character skins and community and competitive aspects, ‘addicting’ doesn’t even begin to sum up this game.

By Daniel Reed

Get more people clicking on that heart icon.