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Illustration by Sonja Vasiljeva for an article on MMORPG

Why MMORPGs Can’t Adapt To the Changing Game Industry

Historically subscription-based and expensive to create, these multiplayer online games are being outpaced by other, cheaper and more profitable genres.

Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

Sounds

What Are the Best Headphones for Music?

There are a lot of options when it comes to jamming out to your favorite songs.

Daniel Reed

Illustration by Lexey Gonzalez for an article on Rosé

Sounds

Rosé’s Solo Debut Gives Fans a Glimpse Into Her Heart

Taking a step back from the high energy, girl crush music of Blackpink, the group's main vocalist reflects on life and love with her debut single album, 'R.'

Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University

An imaginative illustration of what Ella Jane portrays in her latest single, bored&blind

Sounds

‘Bored&Blind’ Signals That Ella Jane Is the Future of Indie Pop

Ella Jane's latest single is a reflection of her talent and cements her as an artist to watch out for in 2021.

Kieran Benson, Luther College

Screens

Counter Logic Gaming Continues To Disappoint, Thanks to Poor Roster Moves

The esports franchise has made a string of questionable decisions to remove talented players from its League of Legends team which, over time, have led to a decline in the organization's prestige.

Brandon Li, Vassar College

Thoughts

Never Played Poker Before? Here’s How To Get Started

The game is ubiquitous, but for some people, the exact details of how to play might be a little hazy.

Daniel Reed

A photo of a singer from Produce Camp 2019 for an article about the show's emphasis on collectivism and audience power. (Image via Google Images)

Screens

‘Produce Camp 2019’ Reflects the Communal Values of Another Culture

This Chinese reality show displays both a strong sense of community and the importance of grit and a growth mindset.

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Illustration of the cast of "Vanderpump Rules"

Culture·Screens

Why Bravo’s ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Reigns Supreme

The hit reality TV series follows the staff of Lisa Vanderpump’s LA Restaurant, Sur, as they indulge in alcohol and adultery, all while waiting tables.

Michael Boland, DePaul University

Illustration by Alicia Paauwe for an article on long-distance skills

Thoughts

Bringing the Long-Distance Skills We Learned in Quarantine Into the Post-Pandemic World

The pandemic has provided a crash course in tech literacy, forcing much of the world to connect in ways they would've never thought of. Can we still use everything we've learned once things go back

Drew Goretzka, Michigan State University