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LIFE

"The Summer I Turned Pretty" and "My Life With The Walter Boys" popularity brings mixed reactions

The book series turned TV shows “The Summer I Turned Pretty” and “My Life With The Walter Boys” have both garnered immense attention on social media and general popularity, following the release of the new seasons. Due to its popularity, audience members aren't just limited to college students, but also include younger viewers to older adults. However, with potentially toxic behaviors in romantic relationships, such as cheating and manipulation, consistently shown throughout both shows, can this actually harm the perception of healthy romantic relationships to the younger viewers?

FOOTBALL

Michigan State football survives upset scare, beating Youngstown State 41-24

Michigan State overcame an early score from Youngstown State to secure a 41-24 win Saturday at Spartan Stadium. The Spartans leaned on quarterback Aidan Chiles and a deep receiving corps to pull away, but the victory was tempered by injuries to key players, including Nick Marsh and Makhi Frazier. MSU will look to regroup before a primetime road matchup against Southern California.