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In an article about mullets, a person with an auburn mullet is set against a red background and the words "Back in Style."

The History of Mullets

Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University

Mullets were a staple of the 1980s, but they were much more than a legendary fad.…

August 30, 2023

30 Years Ago, Madonna’s Album ‘Erotica’ Revolutionized Music

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Although it was regarded as a commercial flop, her 1992 album blazed a new path for female artists who wanted to express their sexuality in their music.…

September 2, 2022

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Not Your Average Party: Why Do We Celebrate Celebrity Birthdays?

Joy Young, Chapman University

Appreciating the famous on their very special day is a must for some super-fans — is this just one more part of a parasocial relationship or is it just harmless fun?…

March 14, 2022

Lizzo outfit from Cardi B birthday party

Lizzo Shuts Down Bodyshamers in the Most Powerful Way

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

The singer clapped back at haters who criticized her most recent outfit by questioning why society is so obsessed with how she looks.…

October 28, 2021

An illustration of pop group, The xx.

What Happened to The xx?

Karen Lu, Yale University

The English indie pop band embodies a soft musical style that has influenced countless genres and truly was 'soft bedroom pop' before it was a thing. So where did they go?…

May 19, 2021

Dove Cameron in Go to Bed With Me

In ‘Go to Bed With Me,’ Celebrities Share Their Skincare Routines With the Rest of Us

Emily Davies, Solent University

Harper's Bazaar's YouTube channel tries to educate people on the right products for their skin, but are they affordable enough for the everyday person?…

November 5, 2020

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Rihanna, Cancel Culture and Multicultural Education

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

Should the singer and business woman be de-platformed for her most recent offense against the Muslim community, or is 'canceling' no longer the right path to take?…

October 21, 2020

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Rihanna’s Male Savage X Fenty Line Is a Fashion Industry Game Changer

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

The singer's fashion company has expanded to include plus-size male models in their new lingerie line.…

October 19, 2020

Illustration by Marcus Escobar for an article on Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 2

‘Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 2’ Embraces Unconventionality

Nnekakwo Adibe, Lesley University

Rihanna's latest fashion show is a boundary-pushing storm of sensuality and self-expression, reimagining what it is to be sexy.…

October 15, 2020

Victoria's Secret

Victoria’s Secret Is Out and the Fantasy Is Finally Over

Vaishnavi Kalyana, College of DuPage

The cancellation of their annual fashion show indicates that the storied lingerie company is becoming a relic of the past.…

December 9, 2019

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Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty NY Fashion Week Show Is Turning Heads

Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

A movement is well on the rise.…

October 8, 2019

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Why I Won’t be Purchasing from Rihanna’s New Clothing Line

Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

For now ...…

June 25, 2019

With the Launch of Fenty, Rihanna Has Made History Yet Again

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

And she's only 31.…

May 30, 2019

Guava Island

Donald Glover and Rihanna’s Film ‘Guava Island’ is Musical Paradise

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

The 55-minute island getaway doesn’t disappoint.…

May 1, 2019

Rihanna Has Been Officially Appointed Ambassador Extraordinary of Barbados

Cameron Andersen, New York University

What we've known all along has finally become a reality: Rihanna is royalty.…

September 24, 2018

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Rihanna Rocked New York Fashion Week with Her Diverse Lingerie Line

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

Her newest collection, Savage X Fenty, featured a wide range of shades and sizes.…

September 14, 2018

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An Intriguing Photo of Rihanna Has Sparked Anticipation About Her Next Project

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

You know it’s gonna be good when Donald Glover is in on it too.…

August 17, 2018

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Rihanna Versus Snapchat

Vanessa Le, Chabot College

Rihanna-1, Snapchat-0.…

March 23, 2018

How FENTY Beauty Changed the Diversity Standard

Keegan Fornoff, Southeast Missouri State University

Rihanna’s new makeup line has sparked a change in how brands should approach diversity.…

September 23, 2017