Study Breaks - Page 322 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

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‘Ugly Beauty’ Portrays a Dramatic Journey of Self-Exploration and Self-Awakening

Jolin Tsai’s hit 2018 song and music video explore her personal struggles as an artist by diving into a study of one’s identity.

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

An illustration for the novel Written in the Stars for an article about the book. (Illustration by Sonja Vasiljeva, San Jose State University)

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‘Written in the Stars’ Is a Sapphic Rom-Com Worth Reading

Alexandria Bellefleur’s new novel is the perfect piece for readers who are looking for a cozy and sweet romance to spend their Friday night cuddled up on the couch with.

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

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Top 5 Free Movies, or a Path to Cutting Back on Unneeded Streaming Services

Endless options and expensive prices make finding your new favorite film almost impossible, so here are a few options to try without charge.

Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio

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6 Signs Your Husband Wants a Divorce

For those of you that are married, here are some signals that you might be splitting with your significant other.

Daniel Reed

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‘The Real Housewives’ Franchise Reveals the Cost of Wealth and Publicity

The long-running reality television series shows the downsides of a decadent life on camera and their lasting implications.

Michael Boland, DePaul University

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Conlanging Is a Complex but Worthwhile Tool for Storytelling

The art of constructing a language adds an extra dimension to world-building and allows deeper immersion into books, films and games.

Joseph Gorzka III, University of Virginia

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FKA Twigs Releases Powerful New Music Amidst Abuse Lawsuit

In the multifaceted artist's new song, 'Don't Judge Me,' she transforms her knowledge of oppression into something truly restorative for all audiences.

Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

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The Best Instagram Hashtags To Use in 2021

There’s more to the social media platform than just images and captions.

Daniel Reed

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Why Does Gen Z Prefer Instagram Over Facebook?

As the usage of older apps is outpaced by that of their newer counterparts, young social media users are trying to forgo coveted aesthetics in favor of bringing about change.

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

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Do Book Hauls Negatively Impact Readers on Social Media?

The latest trend within Instagram's literary community has only increased in popularity, but it may risk alienating readers through its promotion of consumerism.

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University