Study Breaks - Page 259 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

In an article about exotic pets, a red fox lies on its back with its mouth open.

Owning Exotic Pets Might Not Be as Cool as You Think

Undomesticated animals like foxes and tigers have gained popularity as pets on social media, but these creatures are ultimately better suited to life in the wild.

Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

Screens

‘Loki’ Did What Fans Wanted: What Happens Now for the MCU

The show's finale left the Marvel Cinematic Universe wide open for speculation. The multiverse contains infinite possibilities.

Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

Screens

James Charles Cannot Keep Getting Away With His Shameless Misdeeds

Social media is in an uproar after uncovering allegations that the beauty YouTuber sent sexually suggestive messages to minors.

Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

in an article about NXTUP, a movie seat in a movie theater

Classes

Academy of Art University NXTUP Film Festival 2021 Delivers Hands-On Experience For Students

The gathering gave countless young people the opportunity to show the products of their hard work and creativity.

Daniel Reed

Thoughts

It’s Time for Mass Keto Dieting To Die-Out

The popular lifestyle has been proven to be ineffective for weight-loss time and time again, but it remains one the top diets in the U.S.

Briana Byus, Biola University

Photograph of the bottom of books lined up in a row

Pages

GoodReads Lackluster Interface Is Pushing Readers to New Book Sites

The beloved website continues to provide its users with great potential but it is seriously weighed down by a long list of issues.

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Illustration of a helmet, constellation, and wolf depicting the covers of three hyped BookTok books

Pages

BookTok Breakdown: An Honest Review of TikTok’s Favorite Reads

Are the book recommendations on the app any good? Or is everything overhyped?

Lauren Koop, London School of Economics - Peking University

BookTube is Creating an Unhealthy Environment for Its Creators

Screens

BookTube Turns Reading Into an Unhealthy Job for Creators

The community of book lovers has become more focused on consumerism and less about the pure love of literature.

Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

In an article about villains in media, Harley Queen stands with her back to the viewer, watching a city burn.

Screens

Harley Quinn, the Joker, and Loki: Why We Love Villains

With the success of movies like 'Joker,' series like 'Loki,' and characters like Harley Quinn, we've got to ask — what is it about villains that is so endearing to audiences?

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

Thoughts

15 Types of Law Careers You Can Pursue

The field is a lot more varied than TV might make you think.

Daniel Reed

In a show about "Making It," actors Nick Offerman and Amy Poehler stand beside each other in a warehouse.

Screens

NBC’s ‘Making It’ Is Brimming With Humor, Heart and Crafting

By fully embracing its innovative makers and their one-of-kind designs, this reality competition show has successfully built an environment in which creatives can thrive.

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University