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Gambling Spending: 5 Ways To Be in Control

There's nothing that says you can't have fun, but you do need to be careful.

An illustration of LGBTQ+ dancers. (Illustration by Giovanna Martin, Columbia College Chicago)

5 LGBTQ+ Dancers You Should Follow This Pride Month

These performers have made countless contributions to the dance community and offer representation to queer audiences everywhere.

Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

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The Gabbie Hanna and Jessi Smiles Feud Reveals Hanna’s True Self

This contentious YouTuber is back at it again, and this time she's waging war on her former friend Jessica Vasquez.

Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

Sounds·Thoughts

Selena Gomez Is Encouraging ‘Amor Propio’ in Her Work and Lifestyle

Through her music and her new Rare Beauty makeup line, this beloved singer and actress has repeatedly made a positive impact on her community.

Michelle Buckley, Chapman University

Thoughts

Teyana Taylor Being Crowned ‘Sexiest Woman Alive’ Has Received Mixed Reactions

In an age when Black women's sexuality continues to be taken from them, so-called 'Hot Lists' like Maxim's 'Hot 100' ought to be scrutinized more than ever.

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

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Buy YouTube Subscribers — Gain Active Subscribers Organically

Organic subscribers are better than bots.

Daniel Reed

An art piece of the Backyardigans, including a moose, penguin, ladybug, kangaroo and hippo, standing together. (Illustration by Ro Odendahl, Montserrat College of Art)

Screens·Sounds

‘The Backyardigans’ Have Taken Over TikTok With a New Musical Trend

The story of how 'Castaways,' a bossa nova-inspired song from a children's show, became a chart-topping hit.

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

An illustration of BB-8 and Yoda from "Star Wars." (Illustration by Olivia Luo, The Ohio State University)

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‘Star Wars’ Is Actually a Fantasy Series — Not Science Fiction

The franchise, which has now existed for more than 40 years, has elements of both genres. However, its tone and themes place it more firmly in the more magical of the two.

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

Twenty One Pilots with album Scaled and Icy

Sounds

‘Scaled and Icy’ Continues the Lore of Twenty One Pilots With Questionable Success

The band’s latest album might attempt to follow up on the stories started with past projects, but to many fans' dismay, it certainly doesn’t sound like them.

Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

An illustration for a review of John Green's latest book "The Anthropocene Reviewed" (Illustration by Olivia Luo, The Ohio State University)

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‘The Anthropocene Reviewed’ Isn’t Afraid To Be Sincere in a World Full of Irony

In his latest book, author and YouTuber John Green examines objects and concepts in search for beauty within humanity, making a compelling case for hope in a time of extremes.

Study Breaks Staff

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How To Maximize Mobile Gameplay on Your Existing Smartphone

You don't need a fancy console to enjoy a gaming experience.

Daniel Reed

An image of a megachurch service, depicting a crowd of people raising their hands in worship before a sign reading "Jesus" and a Christian rock band performing onstage.

Thoughts

A Megachurch Can Provide Community, but Also Profound Alienation

After attending a church service, a non-believer shares his thoughts on the power of religion to unite people of faith — but also to estrange outsiders.

Mason Cannon, Columbia University

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