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Virtual Services Are Recreating a Sense of Spiritual Community

Alice Murphy, University of Maryland, College Park

The pandemic has made it unsafe to attend religious services, but people are finding other ways to stay rooted in their faith.…

November 14, 2020

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Why Are Movies About Queer Women Always Period Pieces?

Annika Salmi, Yale University

Films about women loving women are few and far between, and the few that do enter the mainstream tend to be problematic historical dramas.…

November 14, 2020

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‘Go Ahead’ Redefines What It Means To Be a Family

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

The Chinese drama series shows that sometimes blood doesn't matter as much as who we choose to be with and care for.…

November 13, 2020

The 3 Best YouTube Channels for Funny Movie Commentary

Emily Davies, Solent University

Tired of being tricked by film trailers? These three channels can give you the lowdown on what's worth watching, all while offering up a serious amount of laughs.…

November 13, 2020

The ‘Breath of the Wild’ Story Is the Culmination of the Many ‘Zelda’ Timelines

Brady Fitzgerald, Immaculata University

Nintendo's famous franchise has a complicated order of events split into separate timelines. The open-world game released in 2017 is just another addition.…

November 13, 2020

Say Goodbye To Quibi, the $2 Billion Failure

Alex Luna, University of California, Berkeley

Quibi wasn't a hit with consumers, and the new streaming service is shutting down only months after launch. What led to such a quick demise?…

November 13, 2020

The Weeknd Provides a Case Study in Toxic Masculinity

Nnekakwo Adibe, Lesley University

Some want us to separate the art from the artist, but that doesn't remove the sexism, misogyny, toxicity and depraved messages about love, sex, drugs and women present in his work.…

November 12, 2020

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‘Ratatouille’ Is Making a Musical Comeback on TikTok

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

TikTok users are bringing back another relic from the past — this time they're turning an old Pixar movie into a creative music trend.…

November 12, 2020

Dark Academia Is More Than Just an Aesthetic — It’s Building a Community

Haven Worley, University of Rochester

The fashion trend and subculture is rekindling an eagerness to learn after going viral on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube.…

November 12, 2020

Is This Us? ‘This Is Us’ Confronts Changing Times in the Fifth Season’s First Episode

Laura Song, Biola University

The award-winning show touches on current events and the Black Lives Matter movement in the opening episode of its fifth season.…

November 12, 2020

‘Your Name’ Puts a Beautiful Twist on a Worn-Out Tradition

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

In an unusual entanglement of heartbreak, stars and destiny, the wildly popular Japanese animated film incorporates the supernatural in its story of two lovers fated to be together.…

November 11, 2020

Netflix’s ‘Grand Army’ Has Come To Enlist and Enlighten You

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

The series, spotlighting five teenagers at a Brooklyn public high school, is bigger than its individual characters; it’s about an entire generation and the way empathy can change the world.…

November 11, 2020

Are Aging Politicians and Supreme Court a Rising Gerontocracy?

Aimi Wen, Duke University

As a young voter, I do not see myself represented by our politicians — most of whom are older than me by at least four decades.…

November 11, 2020

‘Julie and the Phantoms’ Strikes a Chord as the Next ‘High School Musical’

Summer Brotman, University of California, Los Angeles

Kenny Ortega, the creator of the iconic musical trilogy, strives to make another music-filled creative work — which might even be better than its predecessor.…

November 10, 2020

Lee Su-hyun’s Debut Solo Track “Alien” Highlights the Beauty of Being Different

On ‘ALIEN,’ Lee Su-hyun Highlights the Beauty of Being Different

Sammi Looi, Baruch College

One half of the brother-sister duo AKMU, the musician is spreading a message of positivity with her debut single.…

November 10, 2020

Little Free Libraries Connect People Through the Written Word

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Take a book, leave a book. These book exchanges allow for both self-enlightenment and an interconnected community, all while showing that following your passions can lead to real change.…

November 10, 2020

Justin Simien’s ‘Bad Hair’ Is a Tangled Mess of Intentions

Katherine Bry, Washington University

The film carries an important social commentary on respectability politics and Black influence in music and culture, but its delivery falls flat.…

November 10, 2020

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Why You Should Create a Mood Board

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

Making a visual interpretation of your dreams and goals can be inspiring and motivating.…

November 9, 2020

A screenshot of Borat in "Borat: Subsequent Moviefilm"

Is ‘Borat: Subsequent Moviefilm’ Offensive or Genius?

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

The sequel to the 2006 film has many outrageous scenes, but they're lined with satire and criticism of today's America.…

November 9, 2020

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10 Pandemic-Friendly Date Ideas for Cuffing Season

Anna Wurm, Texas A&M University

Finding love with COVID-19 looming over your head can be difficult, but here are 10 safe dating tips for this holiday season.…

November 9, 2020

Smule. (Illustration by Eri Iguchi, Minneapolis College of Art and Design)

Smule Is an App That Will Feed Your Mind and Soul

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

The singing app is a great way to stay connected with friends and will keep your spirits high during these stressful times.…

November 9, 2020

Top 10 ‘Survivor’ Contestants Who Never Won the Million

Callie Rosenzweig, University of Chicago

Winners of the show are revered by fans worldwide, but some players who couldn’t pull out a victory are just as deserving of praise.…

November 8, 2020

It’s a Good Time To Take Another Look at Harry Styles’ ‘Fine Line’ Era

Tanisha Bhat, Boston University

As the musician begins to release new songs again, let's reflect on his most recent album, which tells a story about sex, love and sadness, with a few Easter eggs along the way.…

November 8, 2020

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Lorde’s ‘Melodrama’ Is the Anthem for 20s Angst

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

Her sophomore album defined a generation. Now fans are anxiously waiting for more of her reassuring lyrics.…

November 8, 2020

‘Ratched’ Offers a Stark Portrayal of Mental Health and Gender in the 1940s

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

The show provides a captivating history of what it meant to be a woman in the middle of the 20th century.…

November 7, 2020

Mags4science Uses Her TikTok To Make Science Accessible

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

Her catchphrase is ‘Everyone deserves to feel like a scientist,’ and Maggie delivers on that promise.…

November 7, 2020

These Vintage Fashion Shops Make Second-Hand Look First Class

Alice Murphy, University of Maryland, College Park

Looking to shop small online? These brands will satisfy the tastes of fashion junkies of all kinds.…

November 7, 2020

5 Celebrity Twists on Ramen Cooked Up by Inga Lam

Laura Song, Biola University

In her video 'Which Celebrity Makes the Best Ramen,' the Buzzfeed chef tries out a few recipes from famous people who put their own spin on the classic dish.…

November 6, 2020

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‘Grand Army’ Is Inclusive On Screen But Problematic Behind the Scenes

Haven Worley, University of Rochester

The new Netflix drama focuses on issues like racism, but off screen, the show is facing allegations of racist exploitation.…

November 6, 2020

The iPhone 12. (Illustration by Melchisedech Quagrainie, Columbia College Chicago)

Before You Buy the iPhone 12, Look Outside the Apple Ecosystem

Alex Luna, University of California, Berkeley

The latest iteration of the popular smartphone has many excited, but you might want to consider other options before pulling out your wallet.…

November 6, 2020

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