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MLMs, Unpaid Internships, and Love Bombing
How companies use this manipulative recruitment tactic to trap potential members like myself
by JULIA ESPOSITO
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Gopuff: The Death of Local Convenience Stores?
How Gopuff steals customers from your local corner store
by JULIA ESPOSITO
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Johnny Depp, Amber Heard, and the Court of Public Opinion
In the case of Depp v. Heard, social media reached a verdict long before the jury did.
by KAYLA COTTER
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Before You Buy, Read Yitty’s Itty–Bitty Fine Print
Lizzo's new underwear brand prides itself on body inclusivity—but its marketing tactics are surprisingly manipulative.
by JULIA ESPOSITO
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The Irony of Rainbow Capitalism
Why rainbows and pride flags aren’t real representation
by KATE RATNER
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For Some, Makeup Is a Tool of Pride
Queer college students are using makeup to express identity, defy the binary, and nail TikTok transitions.
by RACHEL SWYM
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r/UPenn vs. Sidechat: Battle of the Anonymous Apps
A closer look behind the screen into anonymity, relatability, and popularity
by JULIA ESPOSITO
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Dan Howell, Creator Burnout, and the Pitfall of YouTube Capitalism
How Dan Howell's recent comeback enlightens viewers to YouTube's dark underbelly.
by JULIA ESPOSITO
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The Mormon Mommy Meltdown, Explained
Influencers and swingers and divorces, oh my.
by KIRA WANG
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How Online Donations and the Commodification of Black Death Go Hand–in–Hand
From the infamous $6 million "BLM House" to controversial activist Shaun King, the commodification of Black death can be shown in all levels of activism.
by NAIMA SMALL
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College Fuels Our Worst Sleeping Habits—Can We Change That?
Sleep deprivation shouldn't be seen as the key to success or productivity in college.
by NAIMA SMALL
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Unpacking the Resurgence of Modern Witchcraft
Contrary to popular belief, witches are not the devil.
by SHELBY ABAYIE
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Elon Musk: Defender of Free Speech or Power–Hungry Entrepreneur?
Here's what Elon Musk's attempt to buy Twitter reveals about freedom of speech and the power of wealth.
by SHELBY ABAYIE
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Beer Girls, Sad Indie Alt Girls, and Why Women Can Never Win
The "just like other girls" trend creates a space where women aren't ridiculed for their similar interests.
by ANNA HOCHMAN
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Alt–Girls of Color Are Here To Stay
The alt–girl aesthetic is incredibly whitewashed. Luckily, a new crop of creators are fighting against it.
by SHELBY ABAYIE
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Pamela Anderson and the Cigarette Mom: TikTok's Causal Classism
The newest TikTok trend shows a pattern of classism on Gen Z's favorite app.
by ANNA HOCHMAN
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Why Is Will Smith’s Oscars Slap Such a Big Deal?
The root of the backlash against Will Smith's slap lies in anti–Blackness.
by NAIMA SMALL
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Short King Spring Is Upon Us
Short King Spring is trending across social media. What does it mean for masculinity?
by ANNA HOCHMAN
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Sidechat to the Main Stage: A New App That Is Taking Over Campus
A new app called Sidechat has taken Penn by storm—but what exactly is it?
by SHELBY ABAYIE
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Why Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Hair Matters to Black Women
The first Black woman nominated to the Supreme Court is wearing her natural curls—here's why that's important.
by NAIMA SMALL
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