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The Problem With Netflix’s ‘Purple Hearts’

Despite its casual racism, misogyny and pro-military propaganda, the film was a major hit, rising to the No. 1 spot in under a week.

Cassandra Jenkins, Temple University

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Classes

Diet Culture Remains a Hazard for College Students

Stress, social pressures, newfound freedom and fear of the infamous ‘freshman 15’ create the perfect storm for the development of unhealthy eating habits.

Nora Weiss, George Washington University

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Thoughts

We Cannot Label Monkeypox as Solely an LGBTQ+ Disease

Because of the high rates of infection in the gay community in New York City, it is critical to avoid stigmatization.

Kylie Clifton, Loyola Marymount University

Screens

4 Netflix Movies That Use the ‘Fake Love’ Trope

The swoon-worthy trope, in which two characters pretend to date, is seen in a lot of the platform's romance films.

Megan Garcia, Arizona State University

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Screens

She-Hulk Smashes Onto Disney+ With Too Much Exposition

Despite a few flubs in the first episode, she’s still a witty addition to Marvel’s mean, green money-making machine

Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University

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Sounds

Ukuleles Are (Somehow) Still Popular

After a surprise re-emergence in the early 2000s, many expected the small instrument to fade back into obscurity. Instead, the commercial music industry latched on to the fun, portable object that has since invaded homes

Emily Elizabeth Louie, American University