Study Breaks - Page 353 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

An illustration of the singer Lorde for an article about her album "Melodrama."

Sounds

Lorde’s ‘Melodrama’ Is the Anthem for 20s Angst

Her sophomore album defined a generation. Now fans are anxiously waiting for more of her reassuring lyrics.

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

Screens

‘Ratched’ Offers a Stark Portrayal of Mental Health and Gender in the 1940s

The show provides a captivating history of what it meant to be a woman in the middle of the 20th century.

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

Screens

Mags4science Uses Her TikTok To Make Science Accessible

Her catchphrase is ‘Everyone deserves to feel like a scientist,’ and Maggie delivers on that promise.

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

Thoughts

These Vintage Fashion Shops Make Second-Hand Look First Class

Looking to shop small online? These brands will satisfy the tastes of fashion junkies of all kinds.

Alice Murphy, University of Maryland, College Park

Thoughts

5 Celebrity Twists on Ramen Cooked Up by Inga Lam

In her video 'Which Celebrity Makes the Best Ramen,' the Buzzfeed chef tries out a few recipes from famous people who put their own spin on the classic dish.

Laura Song, Biola University

Illustration by Marcus Escobar for an article on Grand Army

Screens

‘Grand Army’ Is Inclusive On Screen But Problematic Behind the Scenes

The new Netflix drama focuses on issues like racism, but off screen, the show is facing allegations of racist exploitation.

Haven Worley, University of Rochester

The iPhone 12. (Illustration by Melchisedech Quagrainie, Columbia College Chicago)

Screens

Before You Buy the iPhone 12, Look Outside the Apple Ecosystem

The latest iteration of the popular smartphone has many excited, but you might want to consider other options before pulling out your wallet.

Alex Luna, University of California, Berkeley

Illustration by Melchisedech Quagrainie for an article on talking dogs

Thoughts

These Talking Dogs Have Something To Say, and Humans Are All Ears

These pups are blowing up on social media for their apparent abilities to communicate with their owners.

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

Screens

In ‘Go to Bed With Me,’ Celebrities Share Their Skincare Routines With the Rest of Us

Harper's Bazaar's YouTube channel tries to educate people on the right products for their skin, but are they affordable enough for the everyday person?

Emily Davies, Solent University