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The Legacy of ‘Naruto’ Lives On in the ‘Boruto’ Manga

Fans hoped they could continue the story of the legendary ninja in the anime that follows his son. But only the manga can do this ninja family justice.

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

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Lady A and Lady A Battle for the Same Name

Will the real Lady A please stand up? Lady Antebellum renamed themselves to shed racist connotations, but didn’t realize their chosen moniker was taken.

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

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‘Kill Chain: The Cyber War on America’s Elections’ Communicates a Dire Warning for November

This new HBO documentary exposes the terrifying vulnerabilities in the American voting system that cannot be ignored in 2020.

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

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The Podcasts Produced by the McElroy Family Are Worth Checking Out

Whether they're playing D&D or giving terrible (but funny!) advice, these five on-going series remind us how important sharing a laugh with our family members can be.

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

Critical fabulation can aid in BLM activism

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Saidiya Hartman’s Critical Fabulation Can Help Inspire Today’s Activists

The concept provides an artistic and powerful way to engage in social change by coaxing our imagination to connect us to the voices of the past.

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

In an article about the what animal are you Instagram trend, a photo of two poodles in sunglasses

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A Closer Look at ‘What Animal Are You,’ the Latest Instagram Sensation

Social media stories are awash with various images that correspond to users’ names. But where do these entertaining photos come from?

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

Illustration by Shelly Freund of the Adventure Time cast

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‘Adventure Time: Distant Lands’ Is the Continuation of Greatness

Fans were fearful that the new HBO Max reboot would kill off the amazing world of the original series. Fortunately, the genius has only expanded.

Anna Swenson, Butler University

Dumpster diving in a dumpster like this could be financially rewarding.

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How To Go Dumpster Diving for the Planet and Profit

Searching through the trash is not exactly glamorous, but its many benefits might outweigh the 'yuck' factor.

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

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Cancel Culture and Call Out Culture Are Not the Same

It's important to hold people with platforms accountable, but there is a critical difference between shutting them down and educating them.

Emma T., UC Berkeley

Illustration by Shelly Freund in article about Vanity Fair

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Vanity Fair Features First Cover Shot by a Black Photographer

Now more than ever, people are calling on brands to step up. The culture magazine took another step in the right direction by having Dario Calmese shoot their cover.

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami