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‘Q-Force’ Is Unfit for Active Duty

While the show seeks to fight stereotypes by taking them to the extreme, it doesn’t go nearly far enough to make a meaningful statement.

Ian Linn, Oberlin College

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Yik Yak Is Back and Already Struggling With an Image Crisis

The controversial anonymous social media platform has returned to the App Store after four years of absence, and its rebirth has initiated a long and complicated path to reconciling its ugly past.

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

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The Enduringly Toxic Work Culture of Japan

Although the country's strict disposition regarding labor maximizes productivity, it also places an unhealthy amount of pressure on its citizens.

Alice Han, Pepperdine University

Jake Bugg for album Saturday Night, Sunday Morning

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‘Saturday Night, Sunday Morning’ Is Far From Jake Bugg’s Best Work

The English musician’s new pop-sound may have been nothing more than a failed experiment.

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

Illustration of the main characters in Tell Me Why

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Tell Me Why Is DONTNOD’s Most Inclusive — and Underrated — Game

The creators of the beloved game series Life is Strange have created a new game with the first-ever playable transgender protagonist. While many are singing its praise, the majority of critics have not been kind

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

In an article about "Untold: Malice at the Palace," a photo of the brawl.

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Netflix’s ‘Untold: Malice at the Palace’ Reexamines the Infamous 2004 Melee

The streaming service's new documentary offers basketball fans a rare, but necessary, perspective on the 2004 brawl between players and fans.

Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

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‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ Revived Movie Theaters

Marvel's latest release saved box offices and set a precedent for the future of the blockbuster during the pandemic.

Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

Illustration of Cinderella, the 2021 Amazon film version

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Amazon’s ‘Cinderella’ Could Have Been Better but Didn’t Put in the Effort

While the film assembled a high-power, star-studded lead cast, it skimped on the story, script and overall execution.

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

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We Need To Talk About Queer Reactionary YouTubers and Their Pipeline to Radicalization

LGBT+ content creators like Blaire White and Kalvin Garrah are pushing members of the community towards the alt-right.

Zach Terrillion, Oberlin College

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‘Ted Lasso’ Season 2 Still Scores Despite Backlash

Although some have taken issue with the plot this season, the series still charms in its signature way, choosing to spotlight mental health and character development.

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University