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Billie Eilish drops her new single "my future" during the pandemic

Sounds

‘My Future’ by Billie Eilish Is an Optimistic Song About Self-Love

The young singer songwriter dropped her first single during the pandemic and its sound masterfully reflects its contemplative lyrical content.

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

Thoughts

Bare-Bones Travel Often Reflects Privilege More Than Authenticity

Wanderlust can be romantic, but dropping everything to visit foreign countries doesn’t necessarily make you more authentic, and it's an opportunity that not everyone has.

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Thoughts

Elton John Puts a Famous Face to Underrepresented Male Eating Disorders

The musical superstar has opened up about his own struggles with his body, and sparked a dialogue about a topic that's often overlooked.

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Streetwear is a common trend among many college students

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Streetwear Is Fun, But Only If You Don’t Take It Too Seriously

It is certainly possible to enjoy the practical and artistic sides of the style without feeding into ego-driven exclusivity.

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

A photo of the cover of Every Other Weekend

Pages

‘Every Other Weekend’ Explores How Relationships Can Be a Refuge

The novel's heartbreaking exploration of divorce and loss allows its exquisite friendships and familial connections to take center stage.

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

An illustration of someone using Depop, an app for buying and selling clothes

Thoughts

Why It’s Unethical to Resell Thrifted Items on Depop

Reselling thrifted items for outrages prices is contributing to the gentrification of thrift stores, harming those who rely on cheaper prices.

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

Image of baseball players via MLB instagram in article about sports and COVID-19

Screens

Why Are Sports Making a Comeback in the Middle of the Pandemic?

Leagues are bringing their teams back together even though the virus is still on the rise. Now, an increasing number of athletes are testing positive.

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

Image of a brain model in an article about Kimberley Wilson's approach to nutritional and mental health.

Thoughts

Psychologist Kimberley Wilson Is Advocating for ‘Whole Body Mental Health’

Wilson is educating her social media followers on the importance of nutrition and the role it plays in mental health.

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

In an article about her new EP, minor, a photo of Gracie Abrams in her bedroom with her recording equipment

Sounds

Gracie Abrams’ ‘Minor’ Is an Honest EP About Young Love

At just 20 years old, the singer-songwriter passionately weaves lyrics about teenage romance and heartbreak into her debut EP.

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

Pages

Hype-Worthy Summer Novel ‘The Vanishing Half’ Is a Poignant Examination of Colorism

In her new book, Brit Bennett dissects extremely relevant issues with memorable characters and excellent storytelling.

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Screens

Behind the Glamour, ‘America’s Next Top Model’ Hides a Problematic Past

Hidden behind the memes is a show that embodied the racism, homophobia and transphobia of fashion and reality TV, and both audiences and former cast members are pushing back.

Eva Halvax, University of Arizona

Illustration by Daisy Daniels of the TV shows

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5 TV Shows to Hold You Over During the Pandemic’s TV Lull

Quarantine has greatly slowed production of new television programming, but have no fear. Here is some must-watch content from recent years that you can watch right now.

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

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