Anonymously-run digital archive pages are taking over instagram and changing the way we interact with media. Owners dedicate themselves to posting obscure, artistic and the culturally relevant content, drawing together communities with shared interests. Consequently, these pages have emerged as influential, decentralized media sources that are effortlessly authentic.
The rise of anti-women podcasters and social media influencers demonstrates a worrying trend online, but also reflects a shift in perspective in the real world.
College is the time to branch out, but many people seem to opt for the road most traveled. We use our peers as a mirror to ourselves, a reference for how we conduct ourselves. If this pattern continues, what happens to our individuality?
Movie adaptations of books are often criticized either for being lazy or if they change too much from the source material. But in reality, unfaithful movie adaptations are often the most original, refreshing creations that take inspiration but add something new and meaningful in the process.
Graduating in three years comes with benefits and drawbacks.
In East Lansing, students are pressured to sign leases remarkably early, often in the fall for the following academic year. Because there are so many unknowns in the average college student’s life at that point, this leads to broken leases, money lost and damaged friendships. This practice is detrimental to students and their relationships.
Navigating college relationships can be tricky, and they can easily go wrong if you aren't careful about it.
The beginning of 2026 was marked by a trend which had everyone proclaiming, “2026 is the new 2016.” But is it really? Fashion, social movements, and culture from ten years ago still feels very distant. In fact, recent years have had more in common with the 80s, with things like grind culture, athleisure and tradwives. 1986 is back, not 2016.
In an age of extreme political polarization and divides, we are less likely to agree with our opponents- even if their message is one of unity. How can we accurately critique protest art without letting our own judgements get in the way?
MSU needs a clear policy on winter weather, both for its students and faculty.
Social media has become a soulless, bland wasteland with the over saturation of AI-generated content. Our collective fatigue with AI is driving us to prefer imperfect and bold media, reflected in the most popular trends and events.
Following Michigan State University's tumultuous history in the last decade, we question if the recent hiring of football head coach Pat Fitzgerald is an unnecessary risk.
In the sports gambling debate, gambling addiction and its effect both on athletes and bettors is often forgotten. MSU's efforts to address this topic have been lacking.
Hollywood has produced a number of antifascist movies in the last few months. Are they anything new or have we just begun to pay attention?
Tech companies tell us AI will give us more time to do the things we love. Is that really true?
Michigan State University College of Nursing's independence is in question, threatening the college's hard-fought journey for identity and influence.
Lansing and East Lansing voters are facing divergent choices this election cycle. The results could affect East Lansing's Board of Water & Light representation.
Discussions among city council candidates have raised questions over whether or not East Lansing should remain a sanctuary city. In the midst of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, we believe it should.
MSU's Planning and Infrastructure decisions have led to severe light pollution on campus.
The return to sincerity is needed with the rise of cultures and trends. Performative men, driven by a desire to be seen and wanted, are the latest example.