Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

We’re feeling more alone than ever. Social media and COVID-19 may be to blame.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

A24’s new film is both an Agatha Christie-style murder mystery and a biting yet necessary satire of Generation Z culture.

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

Internet culture dominates every aspect of modern life for the newest generation, especially in the world of fashion.

Natalie Gabor, Indiana University-Bloomington

Their absurdist comedy might seem like a bunch of randomnesses, but it’s really a coping mechanism for a world in crisis — and it’s funny to boot.

Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

To grab the attention of would-be customers, companies often try to give off the air of casual relatability — a pose that, in reality, has been carefully constructed.