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A young man with a blue shirt and orange hair stares, nay, is transfixed by smartphone. His eyes swirl in a whirling pool of red and yellow, drool crawling down his chin as the phone's light shines brightly in his face, contrasting against the dark purple background.

Doom-Scrolling Dooms Media as We Know it

Cerasela Hanseter, University of California, Berkeley

Doom-scrolling is doing more than just ruining our attention spans: it is transforming news and media as an enterprise.…

April 21, 2024

White People Will Learn, Black People Will Relish: Hulu’s ‘Black Twitter: A People’s History’ Moves Beyond the Screen

Roberto Soto

The upcoming Hulu series is an essential piece of American historiography from the perspective of Black people.…

March 9, 2024

Two pink hands are typing at a laptop on a purple table against a pink background littered with writings and documents. The laptop has a blue screen containing an inkwell and a sheet of paper with scribbles on it, presumably this writer's latest piece of work.

Verse in the Digital Age: A New Perception of Poetry

Sarah Erin, Brooklyn College

From Micropoems to Spoken Word, social media sites like Instagram and TikTok is redefining what it means to consume modern poetry.…

March 4, 2024

Elmo stands in front of a grey staircase, flanked by brown walls, leading up to a set of blue doors. He is hugging an orange dolls close to his chest as he gives the audience a smile; the special kind, which is warm, and reassuring and promises you that everything will turn out all right in the end.

Elmo and Steve: “How Are You Doing?” Causes A Movement

Sarah Erin, Brooklyn College

From Sesame Street to Blue’s House, shedding light on the realities of mental health has taken center stage.…

February 23, 2024

Evolution or Devolution? The Changing Structure of Songs

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Over time, music has varied in length and structure. In the current digital age, where does music clock in? …

January 24, 2024

In an article about acting unserious on social media, a girl lies on her stomach while scrolling through her phone, attached to marionette strings.

Acting Unserious: Has Social Media Become (Even More) Toxic?

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

While there’s good in its use, the ugly lies underneath.…

September 3, 2023

In an article about Threads, a phone screen stands out against a black background, with an Instagram notification and loops of white text on a black background, repeating the words "Threads" and "say more."

Threads Threatens Turbulent Times for Twitter

Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University

With Reddit and Twitter on the decline, Threads offers a promising alternative in the form of the fediverse.…

July 31, 2023

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When ‘Hot Takes’ Go Cold

Kane Howard, York College

Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but what happens when that opinion is misinformed?…

February 28, 2023

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Is Social Media Bad For Our Social Skills?

Kane Howard, York College

Are online interactions any less important than in-person ones?…

February 22, 2023

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Doomscrolling Is Destroying Your Mental Health

Kane Howard, York College

As it turns out, mindlessly scrolling through bad news over and over again can cause some serious health issues.…

February 22, 2023

Tumblr Introduces the ‘Important Blue Internet Checkmark’

Shawna Smith, University of Phoenix

Yes, you can buy this one too.…

January 30, 2023

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How Hard is it to Become a Social Media Influencer?

Kane Howard, York College

It turns out there is a lot more to it than posing for pictures and copy-and-pasting captions.…

December 27, 2022

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Local News has an Important Future

Liam Jackson, Michigan State University

Even as the world turns to online information as a guide, smaller journalism has something more to offer.…

December 22, 2022

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The Death of Shanquella Robinson Makes You Ask: Are Your Friends Truly Your Friends?

Chelsie Ross, Florida A&M University

After this vacation went very wrong, many have reason to fear their so-called "friends." …

December 12, 2022

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The Rise and Fall of Social Media Platforms

Kane Howard, York College

Elon Musk's recent acquisition of Twitter has left thousands of users dissatisfied. But Twitter isn't the first platform to fall from grace.…

November 30, 2022

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Elon Musk Really Wants You to Like Him

Evan Tsuei, Westmont College

After its recent buyout, Elon Musk’s lack of self-esteem might put the final nail in the coffin for Twitter.…

November 23, 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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Unchecked Social Media Use Has Formed a Generation That Is Maybe Too Honest

Kylie Clifton, Loyola Marymount University

The rise of a new Twitter trend shows the power of easily accessible media as well as the propensity of young people to overshare.…

July 11, 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

Unpacking #Swedengate: How One Tweet Unraveled a Nation’s Reputation

Maria Merlo, Eastern Michigan University

Is the smörgåsbord simply a myth?…

June 17, 2022

Elon Musk Is the New King of Twitter

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

One of the world’s richest men is set to acquire the massive social media platform. But not everyone is happy.…

May 9, 2022

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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

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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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5 Ways College Students Can Use Social Media To Network

Amandine Shadia, The University of Arizona Global Campus

It's never too late to put all the time you spend on Instagram and Twitter to good use. Here are some strategies to set the foundation for your future.…

March 29, 2022

TikTok Is Reshaping Politics and Ruining Online Discourse

Myles Allan, University of New Haven

With the rise in the platform's popularity over the past few years since its release, perhaps it's better to leave the heated political debates out of it.…

March 27, 2022

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The Internet Responds to the Invasion of Ukraine With a Mix of Satire and Seriousness

Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College

News spreads faster than ever before, and it’s never been easier to gauge the public’s reaction. However, the responses to what's happening in Ukraine range from the serious to the weird. …

March 10, 2022

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‘Violating Community Guidelines’ Is the Perfect Podcast for Extremely Online People

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

Listen along as co-hosts Brittany Broski and Sarah Schauer delve into topics from Facebook Marketplace to conspiracy theories on their new podcast.…

March 9, 2022

Photo of Hogwarts letter and wand in article about J K Rowling

J. K. Rowling Courts Controversy on Twitter yet Again

Tori Walz, Eastern Michigan University

The famous author has been under fire yet again for her recent tweets that many perceive as transphobic.…

December 28, 2021

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

In an article about humor and Gen Z, an illustration someone lasting at Twitter

Gen Z’s Humor Is a Product of an Uncertain Future

Natalie Gabor, Indiana University-Bloomington

Their absurdist comedy might seem like a bunch of randomnesses, but it's really a coping mechanism for a world in crisis — and it's funny to boot.…

September 22, 2021

The Friendly Allure of Brand Marketing Is Painfully Intentional

Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

To grab the attention of would-be customers, companies often try to give off the air of casual relatability — a pose that, in reality, has been carefully constructed.…

September 22, 2021

Linktree Is Modifying Your Online Identity One Link at a Time

Study Breaks Staff

This popular website tool has not only become a critical hub for information regarding social justice topics but also serves to promote small businesses — while perhaps altering the conception of our digital selves at…

July 10, 2021

Bentellect, Internet Fame and the Issue of Viral Reposting

Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

Viral TikTok user Ben Tarrolly is one of the many social media accounts that recycle content from other creators without giving them their due credit.…

June 14, 2021

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