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Creative Writing Classes and Online Learning Aren’t a Great Fit

As schools convert many courses to web-based video chats due to COVID-19, writers perhaps suffer the most.

Sounds

CTM Publishing and Insomniac Join Forces To Create a New EDM Titan

Major players in the music industry have been suffering from the effects of the pandemic. Music That Never Sleeps is hoping to offset the damages.

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

Artistic depiction of Youtube commentator Kurtis Conner

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TikTok Pickup Artist Russell Hartley Claims Bullying Over Kurtis Conner Vlog

'TikTok's worst dating coach' offers a weak rebuttal to valid criticism of his misogynist views, demonstrating YouTube’s misunderstanding of what actually constitutes bullying.

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

Thoughts

The Karen Meme, and What It Means To Be a Karen

The concept might be able to help some people think critically about their actions, especially in situations involving race.

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

screencap of the stars of "Tuca & Bertie"

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‘Tuca & Bertie’ Gets a Second Life Thanks to Adult Swim

The Netflix Original series was abruptly cancelled after only one season, but now it's getting another chance to grace your screens.

Anna Swenson, Butler University

Illustration by Ellen Budell of a truck as depicted in "Carrier"

Sounds

‘Carrier’ Demonstrates How Audio Dramas Can Help Fill Our Theater Void

The thrilling listening experience proves that the genre is our best chance at getting a taste of live theater during the pandemic.

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

Image by Sezi Kaya in article about the benefits of ecotherapy

Thoughts

Ecotherapy: What It Is and How You Can Benefit From It

With the current state of the world, there are an overwhelming number of reasons to feel stressed. Mother Nature can help.

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

Thoughts

Male Short Shorts Have Made a Comeback With the Five-Inch Inseam

Many men are afraid showing more skin will cause their masculinity to take a hit, but short shorts are sending toxic masculinity out the window.

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

Illustration by June Le in article about the live-action "Mulan"

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Live-Action ‘Mulan’ Releases to Disney+ for $30 Amid Controversy

The remake is finally being released via the subscription-based streaming service in September for an additional $30 — and that’s just one point of contention.

Audrey Martin, Boston University