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An illustration for an article about the overwhelming whiteness of outdoor sports shows a white cyclist biking down a trail, while animals hide in the nature beyond.

Mountain Biking and the Whiteness of the Trail

The terminology used by athletes and recreationists reflects an underlying violence and a massive racial divide in participation in outdoors sports.

Mason Cannon, Columbia University

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‘Mortal Kombat’ Is Another Video Game to Movie Adaptation Gone Wrong

The 2021 adaptation of the classic fighting game series shows that Hollywood hasn’t learned from its past failures in bringing these games to the big screen.

Ian Linn, Oberlin College

A cropped version of Lana Del Rey's "Blue Banisters" album announcement

Sounds

‘Blue Banisters’ Is Lana Del Rey’s Attempt To Rewrite Her Story

The singer's recent three releases are stunning and powerful follow-ups to her latest album, yet she cannot evade criticism for her recent actions on social media.

Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

In an article about "Selena: The Series," an illustration of Selena singing

Screens·Sounds

‘Selena: The Series’ Provides a Glimpse Into the Life of a Tejano Icon

Though the biographical drama has mixed reviews from fans of the late singer, it is still an important portrayal of the legend's legacy.

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

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Why Movies About Slavery Have Mixed Effects on the Black Community

What's the purpose of such films and who are they for? They can be done well, but only if they don't objectify the victims and are balanced by other films that show stories of Black

Jael Davis, DePaul University

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Making Successful Sci-Fi/Fantasy Adaptations Is Not Always an Easy Task for Filmmakers

Reworking popular novels into visual media has become a phenomenon in recent years, but many readers find the filmed versions to be unsatisfactory in comparison.

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

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‘Hot Girls with Stomach Issues,’ or Gen Z and Gastrointestinal Problems

Gen Zers and millennials are more likely to be affected by issues related to their stomach and intestines. What is the cause?

Natalie Gabor, Indiana University-Bloomington

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‘Cruella’ Is Watchable, But Fails To Live Up to Its Animated Predecessor

With another less than exciting live-action release, is Disney's reboot era reaching a saturation point?

Study Breaks Staff

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Food Insecurity Is Still an Issue for College Students, and COVID Didn’t Help

Young people attending school already struggle to pay for sustenance, but the pandemic only made things worse. Fortunately, there are ways to combat student hunger.

Amy Harris, Utah State University

Art of Billie Eilish, framed and surrounded by blue flowers.

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‘Lost Cause’ Shows Us a Billie Eilish That Is Happier Than Ever Before

The singer roasts a former lover and celebrates the acceptance stage of grief with a group of girlfriends in her most recent track and music video, both worthy precursors to her upcoming album.

Michelle Buckley, Chapman University

Thoughts

Thread by Thread: Why Embroidery Should Be Your Next Art Project This Summer

Stitching can be the perfect hobby for anyone who wants to enjoy a moment of tranquility in the midst of daily stresses.

Karen Lu, Yale University

in article about careers, a doctor holding a smartphone

Thoughts

8 Careers That Will Always Be in Demand

The modern world is in a state of constant transformation. It never stays the same, and everything is evolving. These eight careers, though, will never go anywhere.

Daniel Reed

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