Study Breaks - Page 179 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

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The Importance of Preserving Old Homes

The trend of tearing down historic, charming homes across the United States just to build new developments needs to stop.

Lena Bramsen, The New School

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The Toxicity of Online Meme Culture: When Is It Too Far?

Following the Ukraine crisis, it is important to address the appropriate times to use humor and how it can invalidate a situation.

Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio

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Why You Should Consider Using Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) in 2022

Make sure you have a few important features if you want to stay safe and truly anonymous on the web.

Daniel Reed

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Do the Difficulty Settings of Elden Ring Make It an Unenjoyable Game?

While the game's limited features turn some players away, others choose to see it as an opportunity to git gud.

Janey Schmidt, Columbia College Chicago

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More Than Half a Year On, Lorde’s ‘Solar Power’ Deserves a Reevaluation

Although the artist’s latest release was initially met with a lukewarm reception, many are now considering the album to be a worthy standout.

Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio

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Understanding Feminine and Masculine Energy

If you want to find true balance in your life, it is important to find balance within yourself.

Michael Slade, University of Texas at San Antonio

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6 Online Casino Myths Explained

There are a few mistaken beliefs about these spaces.

Daniel Reed

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The Future of Livestreaming Revolves Around Interactivity

Livestreams offer audiences the ability to directly interact with entertainers, providing an opportunity for more creative uses of this technology.

Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez, Florida Atlantic University

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If You Grew Up Without Sisters, ‘Two Idiot Girls’ is the Podcast For You

TikTok star Drew Afualo and her sister Deison bring both humor and heart to their new podcast.

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

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Colleges Should Start Providing More Food Options For Students

Vegan and gluten-free individuals are often overlooked in university dining halls, but the lack of alternatives can seriously be detrimental to their health.

Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College

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‘Stranger Things’ Will Venture Back Into the Upside Down in May

With Season 4 finally given a release date, it’s time for an overview of all the great moments leading up to the long-awaited season.

Aly Walters, Michigan State University

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Serious Mental Health Problems Are on the Rise in Children, But There’s Another Crisis We Must Face

Given the relationship between stress, depression and substance misuse, what the rise in serious mental health problems could mean for addiction rates.

Daniel Reed

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