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Is KAACHI Redefining K-Pop or Corrupting the Genre?

With British, Spanish and Korean members, the UK band has people everywhere divided on what it means to be a K-pop group.…

May 14, 2020

Off-Roading Provides the Perfect Opportunity To Explore

Desiree Jaime, Hofstra University

Make sure you prepare and go with a partner, and there will be no limit to what you might find.…

May 14, 2020

Zenna De Paz modeling using straws to curl hair, one of several TikTok life hacks

Which Viral TikTok Life Hacks Actually Work, and Which Are Busts?

Desiree Jaime, Hofstra University

From curling your hair with straws to turning FaceTime off with your head, which viral tricks from the social media app are the real deal?…

May 13, 2020

Which Skin Care Ingredients Are Good for Your Skin, and Which Are Bad?

Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

Forget finding the perfect brand — if you know what's inside what you buy and what it does, you'll be a lot better off.…

May 13, 2020

Ingrid Nilsen in an article about sustainable YouTubers

5 YouTubers Great for Those Just Getting Into Sustainable Living

Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

These content creators demonstrate that sustainability doesn’t have to be about going zero-waste all at once, but about improving where you can.…

May 13, 2020

Busts of famous poets in an article about poetry

How To Write Poetry When You’re Just Starting Out

Kaelani Ramirez, Arizona State University

Writing a poem can be a terrifying process. Here are some tips to make the journey easier.…

May 13, 2020

Dominic Fike (pictured above) has been the latest musician targeted by the controversy of industry plants.

Dominic Fike Reignites the Controversy Over Industry Plants in Music

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

The Florida rapper joins Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X as the latest artist accused of having a manufactured stardom. Are we too quick to affix the label of inauthenticity to popular musicians?…

May 12, 2020

Fiction Podcasts Are Giving Readers New Ways to Consume Stories

Karunya Bhramasandra, Stanford University

In an era where everything is online, turn off that screen and get lost in a riveting audio drama.…

May 12, 2020

'Tigertail' tells the story of Pin-Jui allowing for the author to celebrate her cultural heritage and mixed identity as a Taiwanese American.

Netflix’s ‘Tigertail’ Tells a Multigenerational Taiwanese Immigrant Story

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

Directed by Alan Yang, the film revolves around a stoic Asian father and his strained relationship with his Americanized daughter — and his longing for home.…

May 12, 2020

Keshi’s New EP, ‘bandaids,’ Is an Ode To Being Vulnerable

Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

The lo-fi artist's extended play is unapologetically emotional and honest, providing an exploration of what it means to move on from heartache.…

May 12, 2020

retail worker in one of many essential businesses wearing a mask

Why Are Some Businesses Essential, and What Does That Say About Us?

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

From professional wrestling to laundromats, the things that stay open show what we didn't realize we needed — and, occasionally, our possibly weird priorities.…

May 11, 2020

Spring 2020 Grading Policies Will Have a Big Effect on Students’ Futures

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

In the wake of the pandemic, schools are rethinking how they grade the spring semester — and private universities are being a little more lenient than their public counterparts.…

May 11, 2020

‘The Defining Decade’ Is Helping You Not Feel so Lost in Your 20s

Katherine McLaughlin, The New School

It’s perfectly normal to feel confused as you fully enter adulthood. This book by Dr. Meg Jay shows some ways to attain clarity and direction.…

May 11, 2020

Kim Kardashian, sometimes the subject of black outrage

How Outrage in the Black Community Was Turned Into a Commodity

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

Celebrities like the Kardashians and companies like H&M are praised for the styles that black people are derided for, then profit off of the publicity caused by the anger.…

May 11, 2020

Country Music Provides Perfect Examples of Storytelling for Writers

Katherine McLaughlin, The New School

The genre gets a bad rap, but those willing to dig deeper will find some clever ways of composing tight, compelling stories.…

May 10, 2020

The Strokes (above) have officially made a comeback and while some fans may not be happy about their sound, the author reminds us that if it's not broke, don't fix it.

The Strokes Pick Up Where They Left Off With ‘The New Abnormal’

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

The band's latest album is their first full-length in seven years, and depending on who you ask, it's either a derivative retread or a much-need return to the sounds of the 2000s.…

May 10, 2020

Living Is Research For Artists: 10 Ways To Spark Inspiration Even During Quarantine

Katherine McLaughlin, The New School

No matter what the situation, there are always ways to take something from life and turn it into art.…

May 10, 2020

What Is The Millennial Aesthetic and How Is It Transforming Everyday Life?

Katherine McLaughlin, The New School

Clean lines, soft pink and green plants: From interior design to advertising, the style has permeated our culture.…

May 9, 2020

The New York Times Learning Network Is a Writer’s Best Friend

Katherine McLaughlin, The New School

Polished lesson plans and real-world examples from the prestigious paper of record will give anyone the skills they need to become better at writing.…

May 9, 2020

‘Trolls World Tour’ Uses Popular Music To Talk About Coming Together

S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

Underneath the catchy songs is a message about reaching out to others despite our differences.…

May 9, 2020

Screenshot from Snowpiercer television series

‘Snowpiercer’ TV Adaptation Will Build on the World of the Bong Joon-ho Film

S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

The TNT adaptation will possibly build on the themes of climate catastrophe and class warfare seen in the original.…

May 8, 2020

Press-Ons Are the Perfect Alternative to Nail Salons

Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University

Going to the nail salon isn't always an option, but with press-on nails, you can give yourself an instant, beautiful manicure from home.…

May 8, 2020

How Magic Mushrooms Went From Sacred Item to Stigmatized Substance

Janani Mangai Srinivasan, Wake Forest University

The fungi's had a long journey from being a part of religious ceremonies to something to take while watching trippy movies in your dorm room.…

May 8, 2020

‘Onward’ Is the Latest Pixar Tearjerker About Family and Loss

S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

Just like 'Coco' and 'Up,' the latest film from the acclaimed animation studio mixes laughs and tears.…

May 8, 2020

In an article about card counting, a person holding a a King and an Ace over some casino chips

Now Is the Perfect Time To Learn to Count Cards

Daniel Reed

Blackjack players can tip the odds a little more in their favor when they master the art of card counting. Here are some essential tips on how to start the process.…

May 8, 2020