politics - Page 41

Months After #MeToo, Congress Is Getting Serious About Workplace Harassment

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

The EMPOWER Act hopes to give victims a voice like never before.…

June 18, 2018

‘Incredibles 2’ Is Doing Incredibly Well at the Box Office

Rebecca Crosby, American University

Honey, where is my ticket to 'Incredibles 2'?…

June 18, 2018

Apparently, The Onion Hates Facebook Just As Much As Everyone Else Does

Cameron Andersen, New York University

The satirical site let loose on a Twitter tirade against Facebook that was equal parts funny and disturbing.…

June 18, 2018

At the Helm of ‘Captain America,’ Ta-Nehisi Coates Can Redefine Patriotism

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

The acclaimed author and race-relations specialist will bring a political bent to the comic book staple.…

June 18, 2018

The ‘Wreck-It Ralph 2’ Trailer Has Raised Some Serious Red Flags

Christian Nelson, Eastern Michigan University

What started as a creative premise is at risk of becoming an ode to commercialism.…

June 18, 2018

‘Middle Ground’ Is a Blueprint for Having Contentious Discussions

Myah Clinton, University of Alabama at Birmingham

The YouTube series pits ideological opposites against each other, but the debates are tame, even respectful.…

June 18, 2018

It’s a Historic Day for Cyber-Stalking on Instagram

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

The app recently made it a lot easier to screenshot pictures with anonymity, which is kind of both good and bad?…

June 17, 2018

5 Ways Melania Trump Differs from the First Ladies Before Her

Study Breaks Staff

Has Melania Trump forever changed the American First Lady?…

June 16, 2018

Does ‘Five Points’ Earn Five Stars?

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

The Facebook web series, 'Five Points,' explores common controversies with a potentially revolutionary platform.…

June 16, 2018

Jussie Smollett, of ‘Empire’ Fame, Has Released His First Album, ‘Sum of My Music’

Alex Futo, Otterbein University

Has Jussie made a name for himself separate from the hit musical TV drama?…

June 16, 2018

Why the ‘Me Before You’ Series Needs a Second and Third Movie

Danielle Richardson, Florida State University

The gut-wrenching twist at the end of the first film has, short-sightedly, discouraged any follow-ups.…

June 16, 2018

The 5 Best Female Rivalries in Video Games

Casey LaValley, Ferris State University

In a medium dominated by male characters and the women that squabble over them, these ladies are changing the game.…

June 16, 2018

2 Things the Miss America Pageant Still Needs to Change Before It’s ‘Feminist’

Melissa Lee, State University of New York at Oswego

Easy on the self-congratulation there, Gretchen.…

June 15, 2018

Thanks to an Ironic Meme, Millie Bobby Brown Has Deactivated Her Twitter

Cameron Andersen, New York University

The #TakeDownMillieBobbyBrown meme has gone much, much too far.  …

June 15, 2018

5 Reasons Netflix’s ‘Queer Eye’ Deserves an Emmy

Rachel Hall, Augustana College

Plus a bonus one: Who doesn't want to hear an acceptance speech from the Fab Five?…

June 15, 2018

5 Books on Mindfulness to Tackle This Summer

Raina Sciocchetti, Unity College

Get your zen on.…

June 15, 2018

Buzzfeed’s List of Problematic Moments in Beloved Media Has Fans Livid

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

Which, as it just so happens, is exactly why what they're doing is so important.…

June 14, 2018

4 Girl-Power Movies from the 00’s That Need a Remake

Abby Hall, Hollins University

It's time to bring back your favorite female powerhouses.…

June 14, 2018

The #WhereAreTheChildren Movement Continues to Grow in Fervor

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

It's gotten so bad that even John Cusack's getting involved.…

June 14, 2018

5 Companies That Should Copy Domino’s Pothole PR Stunt

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

It won't be long till Amazon owns the government anyway.…

June 14, 2018

When Critiquing the Art of Marginalized Groups, Issues Abound

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

Determining how and who should assess the work of minority groups has become a looming question in the increasingly diverse art world.…

June 14, 2018

Why Was the ‘Heathers’ Reboot Cancelled, but ‘13 Reasons Why’ Re-signed?

Carly Ristaino, Union College

Both deal with high school violence, but the shows have three critical differences.…

June 14, 2018

5 Reasons Why You Should Stop Using the Word ‘Problematic’ So Often

Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

It might be ... unhelpful.…

June 13, 2018

7 Episodes of ‘Decoded’ That Should Be Required Watching for Mankind

Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

The MTV series approaches uncomfortable topics, such as classism, racism and transgender tropes, in a comedic yet thought-provoking way.…

June 13, 2018

The 5 Best Spots for Surfing in Australia

Daniel Reed

It’s the best surfing in the country that has the best surfing in the world.…

June 13, 2018

How to Attend Pride as a Straight Person

Kylie Harrington, University of Southern California

Here are 12 tips to show respect, protect your LGBTQ+ peers and enjoy Pride without getting in the way.…

June 13, 2018

Sessions’ Ruling Moves Domestic Violence Progress Backwards

Rebecca Crosby, American University

Sessions ruled that domestic abuse victims can no longer seek asylum in the United States.…

June 13, 2018

7 Planets That Affect Your Astrological Compatibility

Sarah Penix, Ohio University

Check out these astrological signs before your next date.…

June 13, 2018

Uber Has Filed a Patent for a Feature to Identify Intoxication

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

After sexual harassment claims, the company is trying to find ways to prevent further incidents and ensure the safety of its riders.…

June 13, 2018

A Decade Later, Music Looks Eerily Similar

Remington Jensen, University of Idaho

According to the Billboard chart lists from 2007 and 2017, music hasn't changed all that much.…

June 13, 2018