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Lesbians are dealt a pretty tough hand in most movies. Revive your spirits by watching something where the lesbians actually get a happy ending.
25 Years of the Animorphs: On Intergalactic War and Animal Trivia
The once wildly popular book series is now 25 years old. Here’s what Animorphs taught kids about growing up, morality, and war.
How Do Social Media Bots Work?
Social media bots derail conversations and stir up hate. Take a look behind the curtain and learn how to sharpen your bot radar.
Why Netflix’s Sex Education May Be the Most Important Show on TV
Netflix’s Sex Education combines informed, responsible discussions of sex with enough raunch and drama to keep us laughing and crying the whole way through.
Inside Troll Farms: The World of Networked Disinformation
Operated by PR agencies and marketing firms, troll farms represent a massive network of disinformation that agencies use to shape public opinion.
The Quiet Power of Stock Images
Stock photos are everywhere but what seems like harmlessly absurd cliches can influence how we perceive the people and world around us.
What Makes Fake News So Compelling?
Most people agree that fake news is bad. So why do so many of us still keep falling for the same old tricks?
Netflix’s Squid Game Ending Explained: Foreshadowing and Fan Theories
The South Korean hit took the world by storm and its shocking ending has gotten everyone talking. Here’s what to make of the Squid Game ending.
Do You Have Impostor Syndrome? Here’s How to Deal With It
Impostor syndrome affects as much as 82% of the population. Here’s how to deal with the feelings of inferiority and anxiety that are characteristic of the syndrome.