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Vince Staples’ ‘FM’ Doesn’t Have Time for the Lip Service of Mainstream Rap

Moiz Rizvi, University of Texas at Austin

Because nowadays, who needs more bulls***?…

November 18, 2018

Is VH1 Inadvertently Ruining ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’?

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

The network has a track record of overexposing its brightest stars until they dim and burn out.…

November 18, 2018

Beto O’Rourke Lost the Senate Race, but His Legacy Has Just Begun

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

This isn't the last we've heard from Beto.…

November 17, 2018

‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Honored the Privacy Freddie Mercury Built for Himself

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

Doing so, however, cost them a coherent timeline and historical accuracy.…

November 17, 2018

How College Caused Me to Read Less

Sierra Zareck, Haverford College

Counterintuitive, no?…

November 16, 2018

The 6 Stages of Ariana Grande’s Evolution

Becca Blyn, Harvey Mudd College

The superstar has transformed from a sweet, talented actress into a goddess.…

November 15, 2018

In Brazil, the Revolution Will Be on Campus

Marianne Quijano, Texas A&M University

In the fight against budding fascist Jair Bolsonaro, the South American country is looking to its long tradition of student protest.…

November 13, 2018

Why Everyone Needs to Read Jericho Brown’s ‘Please’

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

The book of poetry is a masterclass in how to evoke emotion by zeroing-in on the quotidian.…

November 13, 2018

David Attenborough’s ‘Dynasties’ Is Everything You Loved About ‘Blue Planet II’ and Then Some

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

The nature documentary took years to film and appears to be the celebrated filmmaker's magnum opus.…

November 13, 2018

How Rich People Took Over Yet Another Industry: CBD

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

Cannabidiol is all the rage, but not everyone can afford it.…

November 11, 2018

‘The Try Guys’ Driving Series’ Is Eye-Opening, If a Bit Cringey

Sierra Zareck, Haverford College

Is driving drunk okay if it's for educational purposes? Fans are split.…

November 10, 2018

How A24 Came, Saw and Conquered the Moviemaking Industry

Lily Harrington, University of Georgia

The small New York production company has upended a number of entertainment industry shibboleths.…

November 9, 2018

Why America Needs to Treat Anti-Semitism Like It Does Racism

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

Get angry. Be vocal.…

November 8, 2018

In Hasan Minhaj’s ‘Patriot Act,’ a Star Is Born

Anushna Patel, University of California, Santa Barbara

In a brilliant new style, 'Patriot Act' blends talk show information with standup entertainment.…

November 8, 2018

Have a Strong Stomach? Test It by Watching These 3 ‘Good Mythical Morning’ Videos

Anastasia Cottone, St. Bonaventure University

Like the food they eat, Rhett and Link are hilarious but weird.…

November 5, 2018

YouTube’s The Girl Gone Green Is Making Zero-Waste Chic

Raina Sciocchetti, Unity College

Sustainability guru Manuela Baron wants to make living well less intimidating.…

November 5, 2018

The Very Serious Comic Relief of CantoMando

Christine Fang, University of California San Diego

A trio of Canadian-born Chinese YouTubers has helped illuminate the second-generation experience the best way they know how: comedy.…

November 5, 2018

Cat Calls of NYC: The Feminist Movement Happening Right Under Our Feet

Cameron Andersen, New York University

New York University student Sophie Sandberg is chalking back to cat callers.…

November 5, 2018

The Sweetest Dreams of Matt Crump

Monica Petrucci, Emerson College

The Austin artist discusses his 'candy minimalist' style and its addictive popularity.…

November 5, 2018

Meet ThatTommyGirl, the Queen of YouTube’s DIY Fashion Scene

Jenna Benchetrit, McGill University

Twenty-year-old vlogger Kelly Vuong is a thrift shopper’s dream.…

November 5, 2018

Surprise & Prejudice: The 4 Best Jane Austen Adaptations

Danielle Richardson, Florida State University

In light of Ibi Zoboi’s new novel, here are the four best retellings — with a twist! — of 'Pride and Prejudice.'…

November 5, 2018

Being Too Much: How Do You Deal with Emotional Intensity?

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

Extra! Extra! Read all about it.…

November 5, 2018

The New York Public Library’s Novel Concept

Kylie Harrington, University of Southern California

Can turning classic literature into Instagram Stories actually get more young people to read them?…

November 5, 2018

Being Witched: Feminism’s Hottest New Trend Is Ancient

Jen Tombs, University of Warwick

Combining tenets of female empowerment and pagan mysticism, witchcraft is on the rise in modern America.…

November 5, 2018

College Classrooms Need to Rethink How They Discuss Sexual Assault

Marianne Quijano, Texas A&M University

Even if the violence in question is hypothetical, the experiences of the participating students are not.…

November 4, 2018

How Lil Miquela Is a Threat to the Fashion Industry

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

She might be a novelty, but she's taking jobs from people who aren't.…

November 3, 2018

Telling People to Vote Is Not Enough

Sierra Zareck, Haverford College

Twitter posts don’t make you a political activist.…

November 2, 2018

You’ll Time Travel While Reading Phil Kaye’s ‘Date & Time’

Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University

The past you, present you and future you will love Kaye's imaginative poetry.…

November 2, 2018

How #MeToo Is Changing the Definition of Masculinity

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

Male behavior is, after all, the cause of the #MeToo movement.…

November 1, 2018

Girlpool Continues to Slay, Even After Cleo Tucker’s Transition

Sara Perkins, University of Indianapolis

Tucker's gender confirmation has shifted the duo's sound, giving the twosome entirely new vocal options.…

November 1, 2018