More than A Viral Video: The Layers of Struggle Palestinian Journalists Endure
Palestinian journalists face unique challenges not just while reporting in deadly circumstances, but also through their mass media reception.
Netflix’s “Damsel” Put Me in (Emotional) Distress
By the end, I was hoping the dragon would kill me too.
Clash of the Hip-Hop Titans
The decade-long rivalry between rappers Drake and Kendrick Lamar exploded into a historic rap battle, as the two greats traded numerous diss tracks and captured the attention of the world in the process.
Is Taylor Swift A True Tortured Poet? A TTPD Review
Taylor Swift’s eleventh studio album promises a lot of poetics, but Swift’s past prose have been much more successful.
“Rules of Civility”: A Post-Depression New York City Tale
“Rules of Civility” is Amor Towles’ first and lesser-known novel, but remains a captivating read, rich in characters and atmosphere. The novel’s success gave Towles the platform to produce bestsellers “A Gentleman in Moscow” and “The Lincoln Highway.”
“Some People Need Killing” Review: A Filipino Journalist’s Call For Justice
The nonfiction memoir about contemporary politics in the Philippines unwinds the complex political atmosphere of the Philippines' war on drugs, and the journalist's subtle demand for the humanization and justice of its victims.
“The Gentlemen”: Fun But Ultimately Frivolous
The new Netflix crime boss TV series is somewhat entertaining, but does not have the substance necessary to revive the genre.
Physical Books, E-Books or Audiobooks: Which is Better?
Different mediums of reading provide many benefits to college students as well as downsides.
A Shining Sequel: Review of “Dune: Part Two”
Made for both die-hard fans and newcomers to the Dune series, Villeneuve’s film offers stunning visuals, compelling performances and a captivating story that faithfully adapts the essence of Frank Herbert’s original series.
Killer Klassix: Midwest Blue – “Alarm Clock EP”
Given its more “independent” nature and very concentrated sound, the EP holds up against the very time it opposes thematically throughout the entirety of the album.
“Eternal Sunshine:” Doesn’t Ariana Grande Know That The Internet Never Forgets?
Ariana Grande released her seventh album “Eternal Sunshine” about the highs and lows of being in love in an R&B, synth pop display.
Selective Sympathy Amounts to Hypocrisy
Varying media coverage of international adversities suggests bias when it comes to demonstrating sympathy.