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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

Illustration by Julie Chow of MOBA, or Museum of Bad Art

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MOBA: The Fascinating Exhibits of The Museum of Bad Art

The niche gem displays fantastically horrible art for all to appreciate.

Amy Harris, Utah State University

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June Xie, Parasociality, and the Universe of Food YouTube

After the Bon Appétit scandal hit the popular platform, another chef full of personality and charm has risen to take its place.

Study Breaks Staff

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Jason Momoa Is the Only Sweet Thing About ‘Sweet Girl’

The action-thriller premiered on Netflix to mixed reviews, but audiences agreed on the star actor's exceptional performance.

Fatima Sani, Rollins College

Mars Musician in article about TikTok art

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‘Remember Me’ TikTok Trend Sees Creators Celebrating Unique Artists

A cover by @mars_is_great is inspiring other users to include the song in videos of their own as they appreciate remarkable works.

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

in article about school devices, a classroom with students

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Top 6 Useful School Devices

Technology is changing the classroom. Here are a few new things that are having a huge effect on how students learn.

Daniel Reed

in an article about perfect pitch, a photo of Charlie Puth

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Charlie Puth Proves That Perfect Pitch Is More Than Just a Random Skill

The award-winning American singer has brought attention to his innate musical talent, making him a topic of conversation among musicians on YouTube.

Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

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‘Once Upon a Time’ Shouldn’t Be Doomed to a Happily Ever After

The fantasy drama that brought fairytale characters to a realistic, modern world deserves a reboot with new Disney characters and storylines.

Michelle Buckley, Chapman University

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How K-Pop Redefined Masculinity (But There’s Still a Long Way To Go)

Korean bands like H.O.T. and BTS have done a lot to normalize 'soft masculinity,' but South Korean culture as a whole remains patriarchal and heteronormative.

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

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