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Social media and the rising trend of authenticity

Mackenzie YaddawArts Culture Multimedia PodcastsNovember 21, 2022

In this audio story, host Mackenzie Yaddaw discusses the latest trends emphasizing authenticity in social media, especially on apps like TikTok and BeReal.

Misogynistic YouTubers promote sexism to young men

Sara McGiffOpinionsSeptember 14, 2022September 16, 2022

#OPINION: No content creator has had the influence and ability to incite outrage amongst the general public more than Andrew Tate. Tate’s removal from social media platforms such as Instagram and YouTube has done little to deter his loyal fanbase.

Russian musicians speak out against Ukraine invasion

Zoe BussewitzArts MusicSeptember 3, 2022September 4, 2022

Ever since the start of the war in Ukraine, many artists from Russia have voiced their support for the people of Ukraine. Now, those artists are bringing their opinions with them on tour in the United States.

Depp v. Heard confirms that society loves creating a court of public opinion

Benjamin JoffeOpinionsJune 26, 2022October 21, 2022

This opinion isn’t about the Depp v. Heard trial. It’s about the endless coverage and what that can do to a court case.

The mysticism of “Euphoria” roars back with season 2

Melanie NavarroArts TVJanuary 27, 2022

The first episode of season two of HBO’s Euphoria premiered on Sunday Jan. 9, and had fans reeling from opening credits to inevitable head smashing at its close.

Drake drops latest album “Certified Lover Boy”

Isaac Saia GluckArts MusicSeptember 17, 2021

For rap megastar Drake, it’s hard to know when the rapping persona stops and the goofing around starts. His feuds with other rappers and many of his actions are questionable and unatoned for, but his songs can have good hooks … sometimes.

‘He’s All That’ Review: Higher stakes but a lukewarm outcome

Anjulina VargheseArts MoviesSeptember 11, 2021September 10, 2021

Cue Sixpence None the Richer’s “Kiss Me”; Laney Boggs walks in slow-motion down the stairs in her gorgeous makeover, only to clumsily trip into the arms of Zack Slier, her love interest. This iconic scene from the 90s classic “She’s All That” is still memorable in the hearts of fans all over the world. The 2021 reboot by Mark Waters, “He’s All That,” portrays the same concept, in a way that is in tune with today’s generation.