Study Breaks - Page 188 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

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Axel Webber and the Power of Parasocial Relationships

Angry fans captivated by the TikTok sensation's life take things too far after his rejection from Julliard.

Meredith Granmayeh, Chapman University

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‘From a Birds Eye View’ Makes Us Ask, Does Cordae Really Live Up to His Self-Proclaimed Hype?

The young rapper's newest album shows he has not yet lived up to the strong claims he makes about himself in his music.

Jesus Garcia, Boston University

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On ‘Laurel Hell,’ Mitski Grapples With How Capitalism Compromises Craft

The artist's most recent album will take you on an 11-song journey through the dark realities of fame.

Maggie Habermas, University of Texas at San Antonio

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Sue Lynn Tan’s ‘Daughter of the Moon Goddess’ Puts a Fun, Fantastical Twist on Chinese Mythology

The fantasy author's debut novel resonates not only with readers of Asian descent but with people everywhere.

Debbie Aspromonti, Hofstra University

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‘Apex Legends’ Season 12 Adds Exciting Features That New and Old Players Will Enjoy

The popular battle royale game has a fun and exhilarating content drop scheduled for early 2022.

Janey Schmidt, Columbia College Chicago

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5 Problematic TikTok Microtrends for the History Books

While these fast-paced trends come to life and then die in record time, fast fashion companies rake in the profit through unethical practices.

Lena Bramsen, The New School

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Gambling Vs. Betting: Where Players Have Better Chances of Winning Money

What's the difference? And what's going to put more cash in your pocket?

Daniel Reed

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10 Black History Month Films To Watch This Month, and Every Month After

From documentaries to historical dramas, there are so many films to consider watching this February.

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

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Hulu’s ‘Pam & Tommy’ Is an Entertaining Show, But Is It Ethical?

The new TV series is causing a lot of controversy over the moral question of sharing another person's story without their consent.

Julie Morse, Pomona College

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‘Yellowstone’ Season 4: The Good, the Bad, and the Could-Be-Better

This beloved TV western returns to deliver more breathtaking scenery but under-delivers when it comes to the screenwriting.

Brett Hintz, University of Texas at Austin

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Infographic About Bitcoin

Here are 27 facts about the world's most popular cryptocurrency.

Daniel Reed

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5 Banned Books in Texas That Are Must-Reads

The state takes 'Come and Take It' to another level. Over 900 books have been placed on its banned books list by Texas politicians Gov. Greg Abbott and Rep. Matt Krause, and reviews are mixed.

Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio

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