Study Breaks - Page 169 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

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Is It Time for Animation To Have Its Own Awards Show?

Animated movies and television shows are making a big scene in Hollywood, and here's why they deserve to have their own spotlight.

Myles Allan, University of New Haven

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Sounds

Musicians Are Starting To Leak Their Own Music — On Their Own Terms

Oftentimes, the hype around a highly anticipated album is ruined when it’s leaked to the public without the artist’s consent. But recently, stars like Ariana Grande and Maisie Peters are using the practice to give

Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio

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Thoughts

Five Reasons Why Sesame Online Became Available in Bulgaria

A new player has entered the market of this Eastern European country.

Daniel Reed

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Screens

‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’ and the Breaking of Trauma Cycles

The series and rebuilds offer critiques of escapism and the refusal to move on.

Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio

Screens

Children’s TV Shows Are Gradually Getting Better at LGBT Representation

Although TV programming aimed at kids is becoming more inclusive, it still has a long way to go.

Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College

Thoughts

Bella Hadid’s Teenage Plastic Surgery Reveals Society’s Obsession With Obtaining the ‘Perfect’ Nose

After disclosing she had a nose job at the young age of 14, the famous model is now kindling discourse about Eurocentric beauty standards on the internet.

Lena Bramsen, The New School

Thoughts

The 4 Most Common Health Problems in Cats

If you want to spend a long time with your furry friend, then you are going to have to pay attention to their physical well-being.

Daniel Reed

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Screens·Thoughts

Speedrunners and the Race To Become the World’s First

It’s the most prestigious title a gamer can earn after the race to finish a grueling raid.

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

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Screens·Thoughts

Does the Crunchyroll-Funimation Merger Benefit Consumers?

The two anime streaming services recently combined into one massive catalog, but this may not be as beneficial as it seems.

Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez, Florida Atlantic University

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Classes

Hardy Plants That Can Survive the Busiest of College Students

This list makes creating green space in any dorm more convenient and affordable.

Janey Schmidt, Columbia College Chicago

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Screens

The Slap Heard (and Seen) Around the World

There is major controversy surrounding the incident that occurred between Will Smith and Chris Rock at the Oscars this year — here's what it all means.

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

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Thoughts

Five Facts About Betway Bulgaria, the Newest Betting Site in the Country

Here are some things to know about this Eastern European gaming platform.

Daniel Reed

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