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‘Maniac’ Tackles Emotional Trauma with a Retro Twist

Jenna Benchetrit, McGill University

The brain is remarkably skilled at protecting itself.…

October 2, 2018

Crazy, Politically Engaged Asians

Christine Fang, University of California San Diego

Could the uptick in Asian-American representation help move the needle in the midterm elections?…

October 1, 2018

The Horror, the Horror: A Halloween Watch List

Erika Skorstad, Champlain College

With Oct. 31 approaching, here are the year’s four best frightening flicks to help you set a macabre mood.…

October 1, 2018

In Praise of ‘Psycho-Pass,’ an Unlikely Champion of Social Justice

Casey LaValley, Ferris State University

Somehow, a 6-year-old Japanese anime has become an unsparingly woke commentary on police brutality and the U.S. legal system.…

October 1, 2018

Meet Artist Ashiya Kisa, the Watercolor Foodie

Caitlyn Conville, Bergen Community College

The Russian visual artist’s breathtaking illustrations will leave your jaw hanging and mouth watering.…

October 1, 2018

5 Spooky Releases Coming to Netflix for the Halloween Season

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

You won’t want to miss these treats.…

September 30, 2018

Harry Potter and the Controversial Casting of Nagini

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Is it still positive representation if the actress plays a snake?…

September 28, 2018

Linus Torvalds’ Linux Kernel Departure Marks a Shift in Attitudes Toward Tech Entrepreneurs

Ryan Secard, College of Wooster

Torvalds’ leave of absence from his post as ‘benevolent dictator for life’ is a promising change for an industry infamous for its abusive executives.…

September 28, 2018

Here’s Everything That’s Coming to Netflix in October

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

Things are gonna get spooky.…

September 28, 2018

‘House of Cards’ Has Released Its First Look at Season 6

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

The final season of Netflix’s hit show will air Nov. 2.…

September 28, 2018

10 Times Kylie Jenner’s Social Media Made Me Wonder How She’s Still Famous

Melissa Lee, State University of New York at Oswego

It clearly pays to be born in the right family.…

September 28, 2018

The Popularity of NBC’s ‘This Is Us’ Is Inspiring Mediocre Copycats

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

Audiences can’t get enough of the melodramatic smash it.…

September 27, 2018

The Legacy of ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Lives on in ‘The Dragon Prince’

Alex Futo, Otterbein University

‘ATLA’ meets ‘GoT’ in the animated epic fantasy adventure.…

September 27, 2018

Princess Tiana Looks Whiter Nowadays, but Disney’s Taking Steps to Rectify That

Cameron Andersen, New York University

Disney’s only black princess looked very different in the new 'Wreck-It Ralph 2' trailer.…

September 26, 2018

Harry Potter and All the Things Wrong With the New ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Trailer

Rebecca Crosby, American University

The official trailer for 'Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald' was released Tuesday, and people have a lot to say about it.…

September 26, 2018

What to Expect from ‘Riverdale’ Season 3

Carrie Christensen, Pensacola Christian College

In several interviews, showrunners and actors have dropped hints about incorporating new characters, more music and grislier murders.…

September 26, 2018

Why Everyone Should Watch ‘Iconic’ YouTuber Emilia Fart

Caitlyn Conville, Bergen Community College

Mental health awareness, though. *mouth pop*…

September 26, 2018

So, Why Is Everyone Losing Their Minds Over ‘Animal Crossing’ Switch?

Casey LaValley, Ferris State University

Because 2019 just got a whole lot more wholesome.…

September 26, 2018

Why ‘American Vandal’ Works

Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

How can a show about dicks and diarrhea be one of the best-written shows on Netflix?…

September 25, 2018

Welcome to the Second Wave of Nostalgic Gaming

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

Playstation and Nintendo's Classic Minis are both signs that the video game industry thinks there’s still money to be made from elder millennials.…

September 25, 2018

SevenAwesomeKids Producer Ian Rylett Has Been Arrested for Molestation

Rebecca Crosby, American University

YouTube, however, has yet to take down the channel of the 55-year-old man who made videos of tween girls.…

September 25, 2018

Season 15 of ‘The Voice’ Is Here, and It Looks Perfect

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Get ready for some chairs to turn.…

September 25, 2018

‘Riverdale’ Fans: It’s Time to Give Veronica the Benefit of the Doubt

Study Breaks Staff

She’s much more than a ‘privileged princess.’…

September 24, 2018

Season 2 of ‘American Vandal’ Loses Some Humor, but Keeps the Heart

Kylie Harrington, University of Southern California

Round two brings new crimes, a new school and new narrative challenges for Peter and Sam.…

September 24, 2018

The Top 5 Rom-Com Animes of All Time

Christine Fang, University of California San Diego

The characters might not be real, but my love for them is.…

September 23, 2018

Shane Dawson’s Newest Teaser Trailer with Jake Paul Has Fans Befuddled

Tori Ihnen, Fort Hays State University

This could either be the best, or the worst thing the internet has seen.…

September 23, 2018

‘White Boy Rick’ Is a Bleak Examination of Human Nature

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

The true-life drama packs a deeper message than your average crime flick.…

September 22, 2018

Your Next Stop … ‘The Twilight Zone’ Reboot

Cameron Andersen, New York University

With your host and guide, Jordan Peele.…

September 21, 2018

Marvel’s ‘Daredevil’ Returns for Season 3 in October

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

And somehow it looks much darker than the first two seasons.…

September 21, 2018

In the Criticism Toward Khloe Kardashian’s Daughter, Colorism Strikes Again

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

Comments remarking that Khloe’s daughter, True, was 'too dark' led her mother to disable comments on the photo.…

September 21, 2018