“Adolescence”: From Stream to Meme
Alisha Hiscox Teen drama Adolescence took the world by storm after its release on Netflix in early 2025, becoming one…
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The Illusion of Intimacy: Fans, Celebrities, and the Social Media Effect
Aksah Mathew Research Question: How does social media shape parasocial relationships (PR) between celebrities and audiences? It’s evening, and fans…
Fillers, facelifts and false empowerment: Plastic surgery gets a social media rebrand
Lily Baby Botox. Buccal fat removal. Blepharoplasties. The list of trendy cosmetic enhancements promoted to women via social media…
The Straw Hat Legacy: How One Piece Advocates for Japanese Cultural Heritage
Laurence One Piece has grown to become a mainstream anime and manga franchise, garnering global success with audiences from…
Unmasking the Algorithm: How Does Social Media Exacerbate Gender Inequality?
Annie Have you ever considered a question: Is technology truly equitable? As a female university student who frequently uses…
How does constant connectivity affect youth and young adults ability to disconnect?
Ellysa Ignatescu If you look around a café on any morning, you’ll see faces lit up by screens, whether they…
The Death of the Album: How Streaming Killed the Music Album as an Art Form
Shuaib Price For decades the music album represented the ultimate statement of artistic vision – a cohesive, narrative experience that…
The Kardashian Effect: The Importance of Media Literacy in Reality Television Viewing
Ebony B Self-worth was once defined by character and kindness, but the modern world of filler, filters, and follow-requests has…
How do competitive games affect mental wellbeing
Ryan Sheak Competitive gaming also known as esports has rapidly evolved from a niche pastime into a global phenomenon drawing…
Hollywood Yet to Fill the Gap: How an Increase in Female Leads is Affecting Gender Equality
Pia Connell In 2024, for the first time in history, the number of female protagonists matched the number of male…