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‘Squid Game’ Creates a Phenomenal Mix of Violence and Class Division

The South Korean thriller offers an intimate look into the country's debt struggles and provides a biting criticism of capitalism.

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

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‘Cruella’ Gives Viewers a Close-Up Snapshot of the Fashion Industry

Disney's live-action film tackles the competitive nature of vogue trends while still providing the title character an interesting backstory.

Noir Galvin, Arcadia University

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Lesbian Bars Are Struggling To Stay Open — Here’s Why You Should Care

Safe social spaces are crucial for members of the LGBTQ+ community, but some of these spaces are slowly disappearing.

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

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Is It Just Me, or Are Pop Songs Sadder Than They Used To Be?

Rather than focus on happier themes, popular music today seems to want to embrace the melancholy.

Daniela Saffran, Rollins College

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HomeTown USA: The 3 Best Small Towns Across the Country To Visit This Fall

Want to take a weekend getaway? Check out some of the country’s smaller cities to visit this autumn.

Kelsie Westmoreland, Washington and Lee University

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Learn More About Common Types of Essays

If you want to succeed in academic writing, you need to be aware of the characteristic features of the common types of essays.

Daniel Reed

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‘Money Heist’ Has Returned — But Will It Live Up to the Hype?

As the plot for Netflix's hit Spanish show progresses, audiences conjure up fan theories and hold their breaths hoping for a satisfying conclusion.

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

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Should Straight Actors Take On Queer Roles?

Hollywood lacks in diversity when it comes to LGBTQ+ actors, but does that mean gay characters should only be played by gay actors?

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

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College Writing Workshops Can Be Difficult and Daunting

The difficulties that come with giving and receiving criticism can make any writing-based class anxiety-inducing. These tips will help you navigate and make the most out of your experience in this type of class.

Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

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How To Successfully Learn a Foreign Language Remotely

Learning in a physical classroom can definitely help you, but going virtual offers its own advantages.

Daniel Reed

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K-Pop Wouldn’t Be K-Pop Without the Choreography

Korean pop groups are everywhere, but they wouldn't dominate as much as they do without the hard work of the people who design their dance moves.

Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

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Slipstream Is the Literary Style That Blends Genres

Writers have been bending expectations for years, but only recently has their creativity been given a new category.

Amy Harris, Utah State University

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