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In an article about media bias, the words "good news is coming" are in bold in the background. A young girl sits with a young boy kneeling in front of her as they are in front of a pile of newspapers.

Payment and Prejudice: Rampant Monetization is Killing American Media

Every so often we ask "Is journalism dead?" How has hyperpartisanship challenged and even damaged credibility in American media?

Noah Hernandez, University of Texas at San Antonio

In an article about the Talking Heads concert film, the words "Stop Making Sense" are spelled out in bold across the top. A large stage in black and white is riddled with chracters: two women singing at microphones, a man dancing in front of a microphone, a woman crouched down playing bass and two men playing guitar.

Screens·Sounds

Talking Heads ‘Stop Making Sense’ on the Biggest Screen

The concert film, “Stop Making Sense” by Talking Heads, had its IMAX debut by A24 and will return to theaters this month, remastered and better than ever.

Sophie Serage, University of Massachusetts, Boston

In an article about two essays about New York City, a post card with the words "New York City" across a cityscape. The post card is in a grey rain puddle.

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Their Lost New York: Essays by F. Scott Fitzgerald and Lewis Mumford

F. Scott Fitzgerald and Lewis Mumford present their visions of old New York.

Matthew Doss, University of Chicago

In an article about hustle culture in the US, a colorful beach landscape is far off to the left hand side. A greyscale person sits on the right side, typing on a laptop computer

Criticism·Thoughts

“Live to Work” or “Work to Live”: Is Grind Culture Killing Americans?

Corporate culture is out of control in the US. It's time to take a vacation.

Ava Coates, Emory University

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8 Brazilian Classics to Read During Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate with these Brazillian classics during Latinx Heritage Month.

Beatriz Barros Felice, California State University, Northridge

In an article about the card game, "Where Should We Begin?" two figures stand talking with speech bubbles near their faces.

Thoughts

Game Review: “Where Should We Begin?”

Esther Perel’s game of stories provokes thoughtful conversation through contemplative questions.

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

In an article about the "friendship recession," a figure sits in front of a board where there is an arrow on the decline."

Thoughts

The “Friendship Recession” Is Real

Bringing awareness to the widespread pandemic of loneliness and how it may be impacting your health.

Steffi Stoffel, Columbia College Chicago

In an article about the origins of spices, several piles of spices and herbs lie on a white table.

Thoughts

From the Silk Road to Your Kitchen: A Spice Odyssey

Your favorite seasonings traveled far wide before making it to your plate.

Kate Wunderlich, Elon University

in an article about pop culture online courses, a woman in a red dress (Beyoncé) stands talking to another woman in a red dress (Taylor Swift).

Classes·Screens·Sounds·Thoughts

5 Pop Culture College Courses We Wish We Could Take

Certain schools and programs offer specialized entertainment courses that might feel a bit more tailored to college students’ interests.

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

In an article detailing how to move out, two people load boxes on a moving van.

Classes·Thoughts

How To Move Out for the First Time

Congratulations! You've made the executive decision to get your own place! What comes next?

Erica George, Louisiana State University, Shreveport

In an article about stunts, actor Keanu Reeves looks pensively into the camera, set against a desert backdrop in the film 'John Wick 4.'

Screens

It’s High Time That Stunts Get the Recognition They Deserve

After the outstanding fight choreography in “John Wick 4,” critics and fans rally for the Academy to formally recognize excellence in stunts.

Daniel Guerrero, College of the Canyons

A graphic of Beau with an scared face expression.

Screens·Thoughts

How to Watch ‘Beau is Afraid’

Ari Aster’s newest film is a wild ride; it may help to know what you’re getting into.

Joshua Laine, Emmanuel College

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