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Your Obsession with ‘The Office’ Isn’t a Personality Trait

Sarah Diggins, Ithaca College

A new, cynical trend on Twitter is shedding light on how we construct our identities.…

February 19, 2019

How to Prank Your Significant Other, According to Whealth by Slaiman

Rishi Patel, University of Iowa

The YouTuber's notorious channel is basically a tutorial for duping your loved ones.…

February 8, 2019

Want to Earn Money by Using Your Creative Skills? Read This

Daniel Reed

It might not pay all your bills, but your creativity can definitely give you some financial cushion.…

January 31, 2019

YouTube Is Cracking Down on the Infamous ‘Bird Box Challenge’

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

You know something is really stupid when YouTube has to get involved.…

January 29, 2019

Was Soulja Boy Ahead of His Time? Evidence Suggests Yes

Zachary Truesdale, University of Texas at San Antonio

These / right here / are his / receipts.…

January 28, 2019

If the Future of Media Is ‘Bandersnatch,’ Sign Me Up

Zachary Truesdale, University of Texas at San Antonio

The complicated film is frustrating but refreshingly inventive.…

January 7, 2019

The Cultural Impact of ‘Fortnite’ in 2018

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

The game has become deeply ingrained in youth culture, for better or worse.…

January 6, 2019

Tiny Meat Gang Just Released Their Sophomore Rap-Parody EP, and It’s Straight Fire

Nicole Andrasko, University of Pittsburgh

The YouTube-famous duo have returned with another pop-culture-bashing album.…

January 3, 2019

Ski Mask the Slump God’s Debut Album ‘STOKELEY’ Is Angry and Unvarnished

Brandon Scott, University of New Hampshire

The album has head-banging potential, but the 22-year-old's work still needs some polishing.…

December 26, 2018

As Cyberpunk Goes Commercial, It Risks Dulling Its Anarchist Edges

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

What use is rebellion when it's sponsored by your overlords?…

December 16, 2018

Virtual Reality and Social Change Can Go Hand in Hand, Says Oculus

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

Through its 'VR for Good' initiative, the company hopes to expand beyond gaming.…

December 5, 2018

‘Detective Pikachu’ Isn’t Exactly What ‘Pokémon’ Fans Expected, or Wanted

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

Chill with the CGI, please.…

November 26, 2018

Microsoft Is Using ‘Minecraft’ to Design Its New Campus, and It’s Brilliant

Zachary Truesdale, University of Texas at San Antonio

The decision reaffirms the company's commitment to innovation, and it shows a level of loyalty that's becoming rare in the tech world.…

November 20, 2018

The Comedians from ‘Impractical Jokers’ Are Impractically Wonderful

Paige Brauser, Connecticut College

Meet the guys who love being the butt of their own jokes.…

November 20, 2018

Why Politics Are Partly to Thank (or Blame) for ‘Red Dead Redemption 2’

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

Rockstar Games could focus on the game because they've tabled the development of another popular, albeit more controversial series.…

November 7, 2018

Here Are the 5 Best Mobile Gaming Apps for Your Study Breaks

Daniel Reed

Stuck on campus with an itch to game? Whip out one of these mobile apps.…

October 30, 2018

‘Sawbones’ Is Just More Proof the McElroy Brothers Cannot Be Stopped

Sara Perkins, University of Indianapolis

The brothers, and their extended family, have created an empire built on good-natured humor.…

October 18, 2018

7 YouTube Communities You Need to Know

Katie Farrell, Queens University of Charlotte

Plus, what a YouTube community is in the first place.…

October 17, 2018

5 Playstation Characters Every ’90s Kid Will Remember

Cassie Rowett, Southern New Hampshire University

If you don't recognize them, were you really a '90s gamer?…

October 17, 2018

5 Spooky Releases Coming to Netflix for the Halloween Season

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

You won’t want to miss these treats.…

September 30, 2018

So, Why Is Everyone Losing Their Minds Over ‘Animal Crossing’ Switch?

Casey LaValley, Ferris State University

Because 2019 just got a whole lot more wholesome.…

September 26, 2018

In Netflix’s ‘The Witcher’ Adaptation, Ciri Shouldn’t Be a Woman of Color

Christian Nelson, Eastern Michigan University

Hear me out.…

September 23, 2018

Why I Stopped Playing ‘Fortnite’ for Good

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

Consider this the ultimate rage quit.…

September 19, 2018

‘Call of Duty’ Is Bringing Back Its Old School Features

Joey Cunningham, University of Arizona

It's like 2009 all over again.…

September 14, 2018

Belgium’s Banned ‘Overwatch’ Loot Boxes — Should Other Countries Follow Suit?

Christian Nelson, Eastern Michigan University

If Belgian law sees loot boxes as gambling, they could be addictive and dangerous.…

September 12, 2018

Here Are All the Problems with the BBC’s Article on the Jacksonville Gunman

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

Among other relevant facts, the BBC felt the need to emphasize David Katz' lack of personal hygiene.…

September 7, 2018

Should ‘Overwatch’ Finally Invest in Its Story?

Christian Nelson, Eastern Michigan University

They're sitting on a potential gold mine.…

September 4, 2018

10 Things Redditors Constantly Do

Christian Nelson, Eastern Michigan University

And if you were one, you'd do them too.…

August 26, 2018

5 of the Gaming Community’s Worst Qualities

Christian Nelson, Eastern Michigan University

I apologize in advance.…

August 20, 2018

Travis Scott’s ‘Astroworld’ Takes Listeners on a Drug-Induced, Otherworldly Adventure

Anastasia Cottone, St. Bonaventure University

From his relationship with Kylie Jenner to his musing on existence, Scott lays it all out on the 17-track album.…

August 19, 2018