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Inside the Popularity of the Comforting Treat Banana Bread

Archie Wagner, University of Iowa

In a time when dessert possibilities are endless, why are we constantly returning to the same old staple? …

June 6, 2024

‘Ringing Bell’, Unico, and Sanrio’s Dark Beginnings

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

Everyone loves Hello Kitty, but Sanrio’s earliest films reveal something more ominous about the company.…

June 3, 2024

7 Tinashe Songs Better than ‘Nasty’

Roberto Soto

The pop star's catalog features much more brilliant sexiness and funk.…

May 28, 2024

Jack Stauber posing with his album Pop Food

Jack Stauber: The Man Whose Art Went Viral

Elannah Swarnes Matos, University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez

The artist's music has enjoyed a recent spurt of TikTok fame, but exactly what kind of music does he make? And why should we be interested?…

November 1, 2022

An article about online posting has an image of a person pointing their phone camera at the viewer

Stop Sharing Images and Videos of Random People Online

Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

Just because you can post something doesn't mean you should.…

October 16, 2022

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Bucket Bunnies Have Emerged After Hurricane Ian: Are They Heroes or Villains?

Megan Miller, Arizona State University

TikTok’s latest drama pits the controversial tinder users and linewives against each other in a fierce battle.…

October 14, 2022

A screenshot from dancing with the stars shows two individuals smiling together

‘Dancing With the Stars’ Is Back With yet Another Fabulous Season

Olivia Moosey, DePaul University

Now that the show has moved to Disney+, the competition is even more incredible than ever! Who will win this year?…

October 11, 2022

An article on diversity shows the little mermaid in dark relief against a colorful sunset

Diversity Advanced With Halle Bailey’s Casting as Ariel

Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

Despite its abundance of princess movies, Disney has had very little representation up until recently. 'The Little Mermaid' will help to change this problem.…

October 6, 2022

A phone with the TikTok app symbol on it, overlaid with a "no" sign

10 Things You Can Do Instead of Getting Distracted by TikTok

Morgan Thomas, Wayne State University

The app is a large part of our lives; here's a list of things that will help you stay focused on work instead of endless scrolling.…

October 3, 2022

in article about the BeReal app, a closeup of a phone with a BeReal app notification on it with a person taking a selfie in the foreground

BeReal Reflects Social Media’s Renewed Push for Authenticity

Vanessa Rivera, James Madison University

The app is premised on transparency, which appears to be a common theme among other platforms as of late.…

September 24, 2022

Is Indie Sleaze the Next Big Fashion Trend?

Kaitlyn Anderson, Cornell University

Could the indie sleaze aesthetic be the next Y2K? Fashion trend experts predict a comeback for the aesthetic, but what does that entail?…

September 18, 2022

5 Popular Songs That Got Famous From TikTok

Emily Sweeney, Quinnipiac University

Your favorite song might be on here.…

September 17, 2022

A picture shows social media book accounts on a phone alongside a book and bookmark

Don’t Dismiss Social Media Book Accounts

Emily Elizabeth Louie, American University

Bookstagram and BookTok have flooded brick-and-mortar bookshops with a new wave of literature lovers.…

September 16, 2022

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Family Vloggers Must Be Stopped

Maria Merlo, Eastern Michigan University

Influencers hold nothing sacred. Their children are just another product to be sacrificed to the content mill.…

September 14, 2022

#Scamilton person and costume from the unauthorized production

What We Can All Learn From #Scamilton

Megan Miller, Arizona State University

The Door, a church in Texas, thought they got away with ripping off, well, everyone. Then, they got a response from users across the internet –– and Lin-Manuel Miranda himself.…

September 8, 2022

Bridgerton the Musical creators Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear

The Scandal of the Season: Netflix Sues ‘Bridgerton the Musical’ Creators

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

Drama on drama.…

August 17, 2022

Pink Sauce: The TikTok Trend’s Rise, Fall and Possible Redemption

Braden Beck, California State Channel Islands

Now that the dust has (seemingly) settled, let’s talk about the mysterious sauce that's dominating social media.…

August 17, 2022

an illustration of a pinterest screen and money signs

Pinterest’s New Creator Fund Heralds the Platform’s Resurgence

Kaitlyn Anderson, Cornell University

Pinterest has recently rolled out a new creator’s fund, but what is it and how are people using it to make money?…

August 4, 2022

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The #GentleMinions Trend Has Mixed Reviews

Emily Sweeney, Quinnipiac University

Gen Z is showing up to 'Minions: The Rise of Gru,' in full suits and formal attire. How do the many different affected groups feel?…

July 20, 2022

A mock playbill for the Bridgerton Musical

TikTok’s ‘Bridgerton the Musical’ Takes the Stage

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

In anticipation of Barlow & Bear’s live performance of their musical inspired by the hit show, rewind in time to see how they went from TikTok to the Grammys.…

July 20, 2022

BookTok Is Changing the Game for Writers Both Old and New

Virginia Beall, Elon University

Thanks to the prevalence of TikTok in artistic spaces, up-and-coming authors have begun to use the platform to promote their books.…

July 10, 2022

Are the Shein ‘HELP’ Messages Real?

Kaitlyn Anderson, Cornell University

Customers are reporting hidden 'help' messages in the tags of Shein clothing, but are these really concealed messages from their workers?…

July 6, 2022

A person scrolling through social media while reading a book

Is Social Media Ruining Our Attention Span?

Nora Weiss, George Washington University

Social platforms capitalize on mindless scrolling and instant gratification — yet, such behaviors come with bad implications for our brains.…

July 5, 2022

TikTok’s Obsession With Miles Teller Has Given a Boost to ‘Top Gun: Maverick’

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

The actor has quite literally soared and landed safely into our hearts.…

June 25, 2022

A sketch shows Halsey's "So Good" music video in purple, with a woman standing in front of a chandelier.

Halsey’s New Song Is ‘So Good’

Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University

The artist's most recent release and accompanying music video showing her heartfelt love story exceed all expectations.…

June 25, 2022

Record Labels’ New Fixation on TikTok Is Prompting Backlash From Artists

Morgan Thomas, Wayne State University

To the dismay of some musicians, recording companies are increasingly demanding that they regularly post on the platform to boost sales.…

June 24, 2022

In an article about Gen Z, three people with different outfits stand in different poses.

Aesthetic Overload: How Gen Z Builds Characters, Not Outfits

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

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

June 8, 2022

someone at a microphone in an article about indie podcasts

The Rise of Sexism in Indie Podcasts

Myles Allan, University of New Haven

Podcasts can be a fun, new way to express yourself online, but there are some who are taking it to the extreme.…

May 23, 2022

Why You Should Delete Your TikTok

Aly Walters, Michigan State University

After taking time off from the app, I realized that my mental health had drastically improved in more ways than one.…

May 4, 2022

influencer posing behind the revolve fest sign

Revolve Fest and Coachella Both Show the Power of Influencers

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

The two highly anticipated events reveal one of the most powerful forces behind some of the biggest brands.…

May 3, 2022

Reflective of the villain era, a neon light states you are what you listen to.

On TikTok, Music Is Entering Its ‘Villain Era’

Rebecca Trevathan, University of Texas at Austin

In this latest trend, people are embracing villainy and choosing to put themselves first. …

April 22, 2022

An illustration of Doja Cat using Twitter.

Is Doja Cat Leaving Music for Good?

Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College

After the recent fiasco in Paraguay, the artist is threatening to leave the industry.…

April 21, 2022

An illustration of a woman in a phone handing out an album leak

Musicians Are Starting To Leak Their Own Music — On Their Own Terms

Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio

Oftentimes, the hype around a highly anticipated album is ruined when it’s leaked to the public without the artist’s consent. But recently, stars like Ariana Grande and Maisie Peters are using the practice to give…

April 16, 2022

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