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FOOTBALL

Injuries limit MSU’s abilities in 45-31 loss to No. 25 USC

Michigan State football suffered a high-scoring 31-45 loss to USC in its Big Ten home opener, marking back-to-back defeats and its first home loss of the season. Despite key injuries and the ejection of defensive leader Jordan Hall for targeting, the Spartans remained competitive but ultimately couldn’t overcome the Trojans’ late offensive surge.

FOOTBALL

MSU football seeks chance at upset against No. 25 USC

In MSU's Big Ten season opener, the Spartans fly 2000 miles to take on No. 25 USC after dark. This game provides headlines - duo of electric quarterbacks, the two historic programs, a pair of undefeated teams battling in a historic venue - but all that really matters to MSU is the chance at a program-defining victory against a top 25 team.

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?