Media Mix

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Nostalgia: A Throwback to the Best Pop Songs of the 2010s

Rediscover the biggest pop hits from the 2010s that had all of us singing along!

Anika Kaukuntla

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Spider-Man Through the Decades

It seems that no matter the adaptation, Peter Parker is always broke.

Kiran Koundinya Achyutuni

Olivia Rodrigo wearing a light pink outfit is upside down on a swing, captured mid‑motion against a clear blue sky. The person’s legs are extended upward, and the swing chains angle toward the top corners of the image.

"you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love" Album Review

From the euphoric romance of 'girl so in love' to the devastating heartbreak of 'you seem pretty sad', Olivia Rodrigo's new album is a beautifully structured journey through a doomed relationship.

Ayushmaan Mishra

A stage with 2 electric guitars and a drum set backed by a burgundy curtain

Artists Coming to North Carolina in 2026 and 2027

Are you excited about all the new music coming out this year? Here's a list of well-known musicians who are bringing their tours to North Carolina in 2026 and 2027!

Breeley VanAlmen

Three anime-style young men, one with blond hair, blue eyes, and an orange and black jacket; one with orange hair, brown eyes, an a black coat, and one with black hair, black eyes, and wearing a read shirt with flowers

The History of the Big Three

Learn the histories of some of the most popular anime of all time!

Kiran Koundinya Achyutuni

A stack of pink and white flowers sits on two books (The Isle of Wight Red Guide by Ward Lock and The New Forest by Rose C. de Crespigny and Horace G. Hutchinson) which rest on a bed covered in a white and gray striped comforter.

Books in Bloom

Don’t judge a book by its cover, unless that cover is one of these beautiful floral covers and is hiding a story you won’t want to put down. Grab your library card and check out these underrated floral reads at UCL!

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What is Happening to the Gaming Industry?

Will gaming ever be the same?

Kiran Koundinya Achyutuni

Three snow-covered ski jump ramps lead up a hillside toward observation towers at sunset, with a pine forest on the left and stadium seating on the right.

The Winter Olympics: The Highs and the Lows

From zooming down 90 mph face-first in skeleton to landing backflips on blades in figure skating, these athletes gave it their all for one thing: the Olympic medals. Read to find out the highs and lows of the 2026 Winter Olympics and find out about monumental wins and losses!

Deetya Sasikumar

Roblox Games to Try Out Before 2026

Roblox games can be way more than just fun!

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Fruitcake: A Sabrina Carpenter Christmas

Want a new, modern take on the Christmas season? Check out Sabrina Carpenter's wonderful album called Fruitcake!

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The Depth of Puberty Syndrome: A Look into Bunny Girl Senpai

If you thought being a teenager was hard, check out Bunny Girl Senpai spoiler-free!

Kiran Koundinya Achyutuni

Wicked: The history of the Broadway musical and movie adaptation

Excited for "Wicked: For Good' to come out? Here's everything you need to know about the Broadway musical and the movie adaptions of 'Wicked'!

Breeley VanAlmen

A Matter of Time by Laufey: An Album Review

The stunning, relatable, and vulnerable album of girlhood and coming of age that is the perfect cozy and uplifting vibe for your next listen!

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Wednesday Season 2 Review

Mysterious, kooky, and finally back --- this new season of Wednesday is filled with delightfully spooky thrills.

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Stars: Anne Wilson’s Newest Album

Read about and listen to this new album about dreams and growth in God!

Livvy Church

K-Pop Demon Hunters Review!

The new viral movie: should you watch it?

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Rumours: An Album Review

A deep dive into Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours: the drama, the genius, and why it still resonates nearly 50 years later.

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Learn about Dijon's second studio album after its recent release.

Baby!: An Album Review

The release of Dijon's second studio album, Baby!, occurred on August 15, 2025, following his debut album Absolutely in 2021. While his debut album leaned towards a more intimate R&B sound, this latest album progresses into an experimental realm, with distortion, sudden changes, and tension. This album features a disconcerting use of sound that conveys the turbulence of love, fatherhood, and new beginnings. This project was written during Dijon’s introduction to parenthood, a

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