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Will CD Projekt RED Be Capable of Shaking Off the Chaos of Cyberpunk’s First Release?

After years of anticipation, the long-awaited game proved to be a big disappointment.

Daniel Reed

An illustration depicts USWNT players in distress over their loss at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics; they are pictured hugging, sitting on the ground in defeat and crying.

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The Opposite of Patriotism: Conservatives Who Hate the USWNT (But Really Megan Rapinoe)

The U.S. soccer team's loss at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics revealed some Americans' unpatriotic bias against them.

Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

Illustration of a student thinking about coffee.

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How To Save Money and Still Support Your Coffee Addiction in College

Whether you're just starting at your university or are already familiar with the all-nighters to come, caffeine is an expensive necessity for many students.

Karen Lu, Yale University

An illustration of US Olympic gymnast Sunisa Lee, depicted in a graceful pose and wearing the USA women's gymnastics uniform.

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Sunisa Lee Took an Incredible Journey to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics

This standout gymnast has quickly catapulted her way to fame.

Kelsie Westmoreland, Washington and Lee University

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Why College Students Should Be Shopping at Aldi

The affordable prices and efficiency make the lesser-known grocery store the perfect place to pick up everything you need.

Natalie Gabor, Indiana University-Bloomington

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The Continuing Legacy and Enduring Nature of ‘Dune’

Frank Herbert’s seminal novel has influenced countless science fiction writers, even though it has remained a relatively niche series.

Ian Linn, Oberlin College

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Using Cryptocurrencies as a Payment Method at Online Casinos

Have some extra Bitcoin lying around and feel like making some wagers?

Daniel Reed

Dan Howell and his book You Will Get Through This Night

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Dan Howell Promises ‘You Will Get Through This Night’ in His New Book

The famous YouTuber collaborated and consulted with clinical psychologists to offer mental health advice that everyone can benefit from.

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

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Efforts To Grow the Olympics’ Popularity Fail To Yield Golden Results

The modern Games just turned 125 years old and despite attempts to revitalize international interest, the event is beginning to show its age.

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

In an article about Tim Drake, Robin stands against a blue sky and a rainbow flag.

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Tim Drake and the Evolution of Queer Representation in DC Comics

Batman's most iconic sidekick recently came out as bisexual in an issue of 'Batman Urban Legends.' It's a big step for representation, but queerness has a long history in DC comics.

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

An image of a person looking confused while holding a puzzle piece and an infinity sign.

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The Puzzle Piece Vs. Infinity Symbol — What To Use To Represent Autism?

Though the design may seem innocuous, the meaning of the puzzle piece can be harmful to the autistic community.

Jayar Brenner, Michigan State University

In an article about the movie "Respect," Aretha Franklin looks into the camera, cast in multicolor light and draped in white jewelry.

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‘Respect’ Is a Blurry Snapshot of the Moving Target That Is Aretha Franklin

Jennifer Hudson’s vocal performances make the biopic worth watching, so long as audiences reconcile themselves beforehand to learning more about the icon than a single movie can answer to satisfaction.

Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming

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