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Why Gorillaz’s New Album, ‘The Now Now,’ Falls Short

Jen Tombs, University of Warwick

It's one big chilled out synth-fest ... where every song sounds the same.…

July 7, 2018

WeRateDogs Has a Problem with Ethnic Names

Ryan Secard, College of Wooster

If you thought an account rating cute dogs could avoid accusations of whitewashing, you'd be wrong.…

July 6, 2018

Florence + the Machine Have Released Their First Album in 3 Years and It’s Everything

Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

Four albums later, Florence Welch is finally letting audiences into her world.…

July 5, 2018

How ‘Westworld’ Season 2 Fell Far Short of Fan Expectations

Carly Ristaino, Union College

In its efforts to be inscrutable, the show ended up with a monstrously convoluted narrative.…

July 3, 2018

Why You Should Embrace Microhistories, a Genre for Specificity-Lovers

Kylie Harrington, University of Southern California

Here are six recommendations to start with.…

June 29, 2018

‘Anne with an E’ Is a Children’s Show for Thinking Audiences

Danielle Richardson, Florida State University

In a world that applauds constant cynicism, 'Anne with an E' is a breath of fresh air.…

June 28, 2018

5 Adventure Memoirs to Fuel Your Own Summer Escapades

Raina Sciocchetti, Unity College

Gas up your wanderlust with these FOMO-inspiring reads.…

June 27, 2018

‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’ Falls Prey to Forgettability

Vanessa Chen, Franklin and Marshall College

Life, uh, did not find a way.…

June 26, 2018

4 Reasons Why ‘Degrassi’ Is the Best Teen Drama of All Time

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

And it's not just because of Drake.…

June 25, 2018

5 Reasons Why Jaclyn Hill Is an Influence Inside and Outside the Beauty World

Tori Ihnen, Fort Hays State University

There's more to Hill than first meets the smoky eye.…

June 25, 2018

How Does The Newest ‘Smash Bros.’ Stack Up?

Yoni Yardeni, Pierce College

This is cool and all, but where's Waluigi?…

June 25, 2018

The 4 Best Sci-Fi Stories on Futurism

Christian Cannon, Rice University

Look elsewhere for light reads.…

June 24, 2018

Tierra Whack Wants to Invite You to Her Surreal World

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

The Philadelphia rapper’s eccentric debut album, 'Whack World,' is a fresh and amusing trip into the mind of its subversive creator.…

June 23, 2018

5 Reasons Why ‘Incredibles 2’ Was Worth the 14-Year Wait

Alex Futo, Otterbein University

The super sequel lives up to the hype.…

June 21, 2018

11 Self-Defense Weapons That Are Tiny, Trendy and Just as Effective

Carrie Christensen, Pensacola Christian College

Self-defense has moved past pepper spray into some pretty classy, inconspicuous options.…

June 21, 2018

Lily Allen’s ‘No Shame’ Gets Stuck Between Personal Growth and Staying Relevant

Sarah Penix, Ohio University

The album offers a retrospective take on the artist’s career and life, but often relies on tired pop tropes.…

June 21, 2018

The Six ’60s Horror Films That Any Horror Lover Needs to See

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

Almost any horror movie you've ever seen has its roots in one of these films.…

June 19, 2018

Fairphone, the Ethical Cell Phone, Wants to Change the Future of Smartphones

Jen Tombs, University of Warwick

There's one big problem, though.…

June 18, 2018

4 Renowned Writers Whose Essays Have Been Criminally Overlooked

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

Don't let your nightmares of high school English deter you: These essays will blow you away.…

June 18, 2018

At the Helm of ‘Captain America,’ Ta-Nehisi Coates Can Redefine Patriotism

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

The acclaimed author and race-relations specialist will bring a political bent to the comic book staple.…

June 18, 2018

3 Ways Companies Can Avoid Exploiting the LGBTQ+ Community This June

Monica Petrucci, Emerson College

This year, celebrate pride by outing homocapitalism.…

June 18, 2018

5 Books on Mindfulness to Tackle This Summer

Raina Sciocchetti, Unity College

Get your zen on.…

June 15, 2018

‘The Adventure Zone’ Podcast Is Getting Its Own Graphic Novel

Natalie Hoover, Point Loma Nazarene University

'The Adventure Zone: Here There Be Gerblins!' is a dream come true for fans of the podcast.…

June 14, 2018

Why Was the ‘Heathers’ Reboot Cancelled, but ‘13 Reasons Why’ Re-signed?

Carly Ristaino, Union College

Both deal with high school violence, but the shows have three critical differences.…

June 14, 2018

Why Short Stories Are the Perfect Genre for Summer Reading

Kiersten Lynch, Seton Hall University

Plus three collections to start with.…

June 14, 2018

5 Reasons Why You Should Stop Using the Word ‘Problematic’ So Often

Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

It might be ... unhelpful.…

June 13, 2018

How to Attend Pride as a Straight Person

Kylie Harrington, University of Southern California

Here are 12 tips to show respect, protect your LGBTQ+ peers and enjoy Pride without getting in the way.…

June 13, 2018

Sessions’ Ruling Moves Domestic Violence Progress Backwards

Rebecca Crosby, American University

Sessions ruled that domestic abuse victims can no longer seek asylum in the United States.…

June 13, 2018

‘Hereditary’ Lives Up to the Hype, and Then Some

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

It's scary, yes, but it's also brilliant.…

June 13, 2018

‘Star Wars’ Fans Are a Problem

Caleb Edwards, Michigan State University

It's time for Disney to come up with a solution.…

June 13, 2018