Study Breaks - Page 407 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

Screenshot from Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

The ‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina’ Comic Is Superior to the Show

Netflix's adaptation of this horror tale has been underwhelming to say the least. But a return to the comic source might be the perfect witchcraft fix.

Anna Swenson, Butler University

The police force on screen is a lot different than the police force on the streets.

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How Your Favorite Cop Shows Can Perpetuate Police Misconduct

TV programs about law enforcement ultimately function as propaganda that hides the ugly truths of American policing and justice

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

In an article about whether to finish a book you hate reading, an image of a woman clutching a book

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Why You Should Stop Reading That Novel You Hate

There's no shame in dropping a book that you have no desire to read.

Julia Greene, Columbia College Chicago

In an article about desk pets, the small robot Cozmo

Thoughts

A Few Desk Pets That Won’t End Procrastination, But Will Entertain

From a robotic dog to a miniature WALL-E lookalike, these cute devices will keep you company while you're getting your work done.

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

Thoughts

Three Slots To Try If You Love Binge-Watching Netflix

You've seen the shows, now check out the slots.

Daniel Reed

Africans depicted as royal in ‘Black Is King.’

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Beyoncé’s ‘Black Is King’ Will Celebrate All Things Africa

Queen Bey is back with a new visual album that aims to uplift Black culture, but not everyone is excited about it.

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

Illustration by Baz Pugmire of a woman looking through a glass ceiling, experiencing the wage gap

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The Continued Existence of the Wage Gap Is Still Critically Important

We've known about the gendered difference in pay for decades, but little has been fixed. With a new work environment ahead, now is the time to make changes.

Emma T., UC Berkeley