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The Drake and Kanye West Feud Proves the Futility of Hip-Hop Conflict

Two of the largest rappers have entered a new chapter in their long war of words, and while many fans are grabbing popcorn, the battle is already stagnating.

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

An illustration of boba in the hands of a person, with Washington D.C. in the background.

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A Boba Lover’s Guide to the Best Bubble Tea Shops in D.C.

Love the popular drink? Consider stopping by one of these fun joints next time you’re in the nation's capital.

Salma Heram, George Washington University

In an article about her song Have Mercy, a photo of Chloe Bailey

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Chlöe’s ‘Have Mercy’ Finds the Young Singer Coming Into Her Own

Her new hit solo single, which evokes the R&B sounds of the '90s, shows off the singer's prowess both as an artist and as an entertainer.

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

Thoughts

Lament for the Femme: The Complex Role of Femininity in Gay Male Representation

Some members of the LGBTQ+ community look askance at more femme expression among gay men. It's time to embrace this aspect of the community instead.

Zach Terrillion, Oberlin College

He's All That article with an illustration of the two leads inside a heart

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Why Is ‘He’s All That’ So Bad, yet So Popular?

It appears that the masses believe this gender-swapped remake of 'She's All That' really is all that — whether they like it or not.

Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

Thoughts

A Career in Professional Gambling — Is It Promising?

It's risky, but if you're smart and lucky, it could offer some benefits.

Daniel Reed

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‘That Girl’ Is Not Who You Think She Is

TikTok has been inundated with videos about this super-productive, effortlessly healthy persona. Unfortunately, she's obscuring our image of wellness and confidence.

Lauren Koop, London School of Economics - Peking University

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Artificial Flowers Have a Long History That Continues To Blossom

Their blooming story stretches back thousands of years.

Amy Harris, Utah State University

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GoGuardian Wants To Know What You Do After Class

Are school-issued monitoring apps working to prevent bullying and self-harm, or are they closing children off from the internet?

Study Breaks Staff

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Soulja Boy’s ‘Rick and Morty’ Takes TikTok by Storm

It started as a freestyle on his livestream — now, TikTokers are rapping the song about the Adult Swim cartoon in front of historical sites.

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

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25 Best SMM Panels for All Social Media Platforms

If you're using Instagram, Facebook, et. al., for your business, make sure you're taking advantage of tools that can help you grow.

Daniel Reed

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Onision Demonstrates How YouTube Fandoms Can Endanger Young People

The now-demonetized online celebrity created numerous parasocial relationships with his underage fans and sparked outrage over his problematic behavior.

Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

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