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Art depicting Lil Nas X, Jojo Siwa and Joshua Bassett as the king, queen and prince of a rainbow deck of cards, respectively, to cover and article about the importance of their coming out as LGBTQ+.

JoJo Siwa, Lil Nas X and Joshua Bassett’s Coming Out Is More Important Than It Seems

The recent visibility of queer celebrities, and the reactions of the press, demonstrates significant progress in society's acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community.

Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

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What’s the Deal With All the Censorship on Instagram?

The platform and its parent company, Facebook, have come under fire after users reported the removal of posts regarding hot-button issues such as the Israel-Palestine conflict and COVID-19 misinformation.

Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

Four same sex couples in modern and traditional Korean clothing in front of a red heart and a rainbow background,

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Queering Korea: LGBTQ+ Identities Throughout Korean History

Despite current attitudes toward LGBTQ+ identities being largely dismissive and negative in the country, Korea has a long and vibrant history of queerness.

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

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‘Inside’ by Bo Burnham Is a Comedy of Catastrophe

The comedian's new special, which recently premiered on Netflix, is an ambitious mix of social commentary, comedy, isolation and self-reflection.

Darby Williams, University of Michigan

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Self-Care, Once a Radical Act, Has Been Bastardized by Social Media and More

Despite having philosophical, revolutionary and political roots, the focus on caring for oneself has morphed into another mode of consumption. How did this happen?

Sydney Smith, University of Pittsburgh

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How To Stay Motivated With College Coursework

There are days when you just don’t feel like dealing with academic work. Check some simple recommendations on how to get motivated to deal with college coursework.

Daniel Reed

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TikTok Creators Spark Debate Over the Ethics of Thrifting

After first gaining attention last year, the topic continues to ignite heated discussions on why and how individuals should thrift responsibly.

Briana Byus, Biola University

An illustration of young musician Olivia Rodrigo in an article about her debut album, "Sour."

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‘Sour’: A Guide to the Musical Influences That Helped Shape Olivia Rodrigo’s Hit Record

This rising star's debut album leaves behind a genealogy of all the other artists who influenced it, ranging from Paramore to Taylor Swift.

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

In an article about single Butter, an illustration of BTS

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On ‘Butter,’ BTS Sings a Song of Self-Love That Also Pays Tribute to Their Influences

The worldwide pop sensation is once again taking the world by storm with their new summertime anthem, as the band flaunts creative pop references and dance motifs.

Salma Heram, George Washington University

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The Perpetually Delayed ‘Avatar’ Sequels — Where Are They?

James Cameron's groundbreaking film premiered in 2009 and was later promised to be followed by four more installments. But, more than a decade later, where are they?

Fatima Sani, Rollins College

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AURORA’s ‘Runaway’ Inspires Whimsy in Millions of TikTok Creators

The 2015 hit song brought the artist an unforeseen amount of attention after it went viral as part of a TikTok trend focused on the romanticization of life.

Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

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