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‘Altered Carbon’ Is a Mind-Bending, Futuristic Story of Film Noir and Cyberpunk

Miranda Maples, University of Tennessee

Based on the first book in Richard K. Morgan's 'Takeshi Kovacs' trilogy, 'Altered Carbon' gives viewers a somber science-fiction series to watch on Netflix.…

February 14, 2018

‘Donuts’ and the Legacy of J Dilla

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

Released three days before his death, J Dilla’s album 'Donuts' is a timeless ode to life.…

February 13, 2018

‘Devilman Crybaby’ and Human Vice

Jade Hookham, UC San Diego

Netflix's original anime 'Devilman Crybaby' paints a world defined by blurred lines, especially those between the good and the evil, the righteous and the corrupted.…

February 13, 2018

Talkspace Makes Therapy Just a Click Away

Natalya Pomeroy, University of Houston

Mental health advice is now more accessible with Talkspace, which is a therapy service on your phone.…

February 13, 2018

Here’s a ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Episode to Take You Through Every Possible Emotion

Sarah Hoenig, Texas A&M University

Because the show’s basically like going to medical school on an emotional roller coaster anyways.…

February 13, 2018

What’s Good About Goop

Sarah Lynch, Marist College

The oft-ridiculed 'lifestyle brand' movement has a lot of overlooked merits.…

February 12, 2018

4 Ways Online Classes Can Make You More Attractive to Employers

Tabitha Prisinzano, Columbia College of Missouri

Online education is the way of the future and employers are viewing online education more favorably in recent years.…

February 11, 2018

What to Read When You’re Single on Valentine’s Day

Shashank Rao, University of Michigan

Bitter and alone? These five books might help ease the pain.…

February 11, 2018

Shane Dawson Proves Authenticity Still Exists on YouTube

Michele Mendez, Temple University

As some YouTubers, such as Logan Paul, stir up controversy, Shane Dawson continues to make meaningful, wholesome content on his platform.…

February 11, 2018

‘Call Me By Your Name’ Is the Next Classic Romance

Rebecca Crosby, American University

'Call Me By Your Name' is bringing the topic of sexuality to the film industry in a new, beautiful way.…

February 10, 2018

It’s Time to Focus on Female Leaders in the Film Industry

Gillian Farnan, SUNY Cortland

Reese Witherspoon’s production company, Pacific Standard, has marked a new age for women in the entertainment industry.…

February 10, 2018

Why Dumbledore Being Gay Is Important

Valeria Garcia, University of Texas at Austin

Will J.K. Rowling live up to her statement that Dumbledore is gay in the upcoming 'Fantastic Beasts' series?…

February 10, 2018

The Feminism in ‘Black Panther’ Could Mark the Beginning of Film Equality

Grace John, Rutgers University

Marvel's 'Black Panther' is destroying a decades-old movie trend by showing that women are more than just a pretty face.…

February 10, 2018

Cocaine and Comedy Collide in ‘A Futile and Stupid Gesture’

Miranda Maples, University of Tennessee

Doug Kenney is a comedy legend, but was Netflix able to capture his life story well enough in 'A Futile and Stupid Gesture'?…

February 9, 2018

5 Ways to Make Sure You Don’t Lose Your Security Deposit

Sam Kasierski, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

If you’re a college student renting a home, pay close attention and you might just get that security deposit back.…

February 9, 2018

NAFTA Renegotiations Are Threatening Indigenous Mexicans

Study Breaks Writer

As Mexican, Canadian and American representatives begin to amend NAFTA, only Canada seems concerned with fixing the agreement’s human rights abuses.…

February 8, 2018

How to Prevent Getting Catfished When Online Dating

Ellyot Chen, Pasadena City College

When you join dating services, you run the risk of getting catfished, but there are a few ways to keep your heart and identity safe.…

February 8, 2018

The Balancing Act of Practicing Work-Life Balance in College

Nola Hynes Brody, University of Houston-Victoria

College students may be focused on finding time to party in their hectic schedules, but their future selves will thank them for finding work-life balance as well.…

February 8, 2018

The 12 Biggest Female-Led Movies Coming Out This Year

Kayla Platoff, Maryville University

Female-led Hollywood movies continue to make headway for gender equality.…

February 8, 2018

The Lessons and Legacy of ‘2001: A Space Odyssey’

Jake Deven, The University of Texas at El Paso

Stanley Kubrick’s transcendent film, '2001: A Space Odyssey', turns 50 this year and is still providing thought-provoking and relevant life lessons.…

February 7, 2018

10 Black Superheroes That Would Have Great Movie Adaptations

Onaje McDowelle, University of Texas at Austin

These black heroes, just like 'Black Panther,' deserve their own big breaks in Hollywood.…

February 7, 2018

San Francisco Is a Model City When It Comes to Marijuana

Abraham Ramirez, University of California, Los Angeles

With a new policy on marijuana, San Francisco is giving past offenders a second chance at life without a criminal record.…

February 6, 2018

Is Amazon Go a No-Go?

Isabelle Mencia, University of Florida

Amazon Go launched its first store in Seattle, which left many people both hopeful and worrisome about the future of the cashier-less shopping concept.…

February 6, 2018

The Dark Side of USA Gymnastics

Sarah Lynch, Marist College

In the wake of a highly publicized scandal, disrepute and depravity mar USA Gymnastics’ honor.…

February 5, 2018

An America First Policy May Be Difficult with Current NAFTA Negotiations

Elizabeth Ivanecky, McMaster University

Though progress has been made in the most recent NAFTA negotiations, creating a better deal will require more compromise between the American, Canadian and Mexican partners.  …

February 4, 2018

The 5 Simple Ways to Stay Sexually Active While Sharing a Dorm

Kelly Savage, Central Connecticut State University

For the sexually active college student, the dorm room can be a nightmare, but it doesn’t have to be.…

February 4, 2018

Living the Van Life Is a Game-Changing Minimalistic Lifestyle

Vanessa Le, Chabot College

If your monthly rent is outrageously high, and you want to save thousands of dollars annually, the van life may be the right fit for you.…

February 4, 2018

Will the New ‘Harry Potter’ Mobile Game Be ‘Pokémon Go’ for Wizards?

Michaela Sickles, Suffolk University

The role-playing mobile game will allow muggles, for the first time ever, to attend Hogwarts, learn spells and hopefully even make the quidditch team.…

February 3, 2018

The 7 Best Period Dramas on Netflix Right Now

Catherine Gregoire, University of Texas at Austin

Because you can only watch the BBC’s 1995 Colin Firth adaptation of ‘Pride & Prejudice’ so many times.…

February 3, 2018

Migos Releases Their Most Defining Album Yet: ‘Culture II’

Xavier Austin Reyna, University of Texas at San Antonio

Atlanta-based hip-hop trio 'Migos has wasted no time making their impact in 2018 with the release of 'Culture II.'…

February 2, 2018