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Bar–Ly Is Your Next Happy Hour Spot
A visit to this Chinatown sports bar will leave you feeling like you've stepped into the '90s sitcom of your dreams.
Ego
Penn 10: Julia Klayman
The tour guide extraordinaire and creative writing enthusiast loves learning—even from her own failures.
Word on the street
Lying Isn't a Part of My Personality—It's an Escape From It
Growing up means evolving past the desire to live a picturesque story.
Focus
Glamdemon2004 Doesn't Care What You Think About Her
Viral TikToker Serena Shahidi tells us all about how she navigates romance and the patriarchy, on and off screen.
Film
Alex Trebek Was America's Favorite Teacher
How the recent loss of the beloved 'Jeopardy!' host affects the entire nation.
Film
'Indian Matchmaking' Has No Self–Awareness
The new Netflix dating series offers little more than its narrow definition of the arranged marriage plot.
Film
'Avatar: the Last Airbender' Isn't Just My Favorite Television Show
How I invested my entire childhood into a cartoon out of a reluctance to abandon it
Harry Styles Finds an Uneven Pace on 'Fine Line'
How the artist's sophomore album offers a string of moments rather than a seamless message.
Music
Clairo Brought 'Immunity' To Life At Union Transfer
The artist fleshed out the themes of young love captured in her debut album.
Music
Cold War Kids Test Out a New Voice On 'New Age Norms 1'
The first installment of the band's seventh album leaves the listener wanting more.
Music
America is Tired of Singing Competitions
Why the novelty of reality singing competition shows has declined in the past decade.
Music
We Need Fall Music To Bring Warmth To Our Lives
How the coffeehouse genre provides us with a soundtrack for autumn.
Music
Rex Orange County Is More Confused Than Ever on 'Pony'
The artist's third studio album demonstrates a maturity through the acceptance of the unknown.
Music
Vancouver Sleep Clinic Turns Sorrow Into A Dream on 'Onwards to Zion'
Tim Bettinson's sophomore album provides a clear vision of love and lethargy.
Music
Reflecting on the Gravitas of Hans Zimmer
The prolific soundtrack composer has been a staple of blockbusters for decades, from 'Inception' to 'The Lion King.'
Music
Spotify's Discover Weekly Reminds Us of the Value of Our Music Taste
How the algorithmic playlist delivered to us each week affirms our sense of self
Music
FINNEAS Lacks Intrigue on 'Blood Harmony'
Billie Eilish's brother/producer fails to find his own voice.
Word on the street
Penn Was My Pipe Dream, So Why Didn't I Want To Leave Home?
There is a home for me in a city I had never visited, in a school where I didn’t think I belonged.
Music
Jack Antonoff is Painting Over Pop Music
How the notable producer infuses his own sound into works of musical icons, one project at a time.
Music
The Fillmore Philadelphia Fell in Love to Daniel Caesar
The R&B artist's live set captivated the entire crowd.
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