Study Breaks - Page 167 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

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On TikTok, Music Is Entering Its ‘Villain Era’

In this latest trend, people are embracing villainy and choosing to put themselves first.

Rebecca Trevathan, University of Texas at Austin

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Sesame’s Bonuses for Bulgarian Punters That Made the Platform so Popular

It's nice to get a little extra.

Daniel Reed

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Willa Air Wants Influencers Here, There and Everywhere

Does catering to the social media influencer provide a worthy investment for a company, or is it just another privilege for the growing industry?

Joy Young, Chapman University

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How Legal Issues Are Affecting Future Re-Releases From Taylor Swift

Although the re-recordings of ‘Fearless’ and ‘Red’ were met with overwhelmingly positive reactions, copyright and trademark cases may prevent other highly anticipated albums from releasing any time soon.

Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio

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Is Doja Cat Leaving Music for Good?

After the recent fiasco in Paraguay, the artist is threatening to leave the industry.

Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College

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All The Reasons To Try an Online Casino Today

Playing over the internet offers plenty of advantages over betting in person.

Daniel Reed

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Why You Shouldn’t Judge an Album by Its Cover

The images do more than just make the music stand out; they can also signify the musician’s journey throughout their career and even tell a story of its own.

Aly Walters, Michigan State University

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Have a Feral Girl Summer

There are fewer things with greater promise than the summer, and this new term offers a fresh take on how to go 'feral' this year.

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

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‘Dumb Fun’ Action Flicks Are Worth Watching

Critics often disregard movies that lack nuanced storytelling. Still, these films deserve recognition for their other artistic merits.

Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez, Florida Atlantic University

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Why the Activision Blizzard Lawsuit Settlement Is Not Enough

Even as the video game company struggles under the weight of multiple civil lawsuits, more still needs to be done to pressure the gaming industry into addressing ongoing sexually discriminatory business practices.

Peyton Conner, Indiana University