Category Archives: Hot Topics

Here’s Why There’s a Yearly Debate About the Oscars In Memoriam Segment

The Oscars remain one of the most anticipated nights in media, and among its most-discussed moments...

When Hobbies Become Red Flags: Are LEGO Sets a Turnoff in Men?

Men should have no absolutely no hobbies. Their sole purpose in life should be to work,...

Lupita Nyong’o, Helen of Troy and the Long History of White Actors Portraying People of Color

The internet has been ablaze with reports that Lupita Nyong’o has been cast as Helen...

What ‘Stranger Things’ Taught Us About Friendship in a Very Upside-Down World

If you haven’t tuned into “Stranger Things”, known not just for its horror and thrills...

Rap Isn’t Dominating the Top 40 of Billboard’s Hot 100: Does This Mean the Genre Is Dying?

Rap has been a vital force in American culture for decades, shaping trends, slang, fashion...

10 Common Sex Myths You Should Stop Believing—and What’s Actually True

Let’s talk about sex, baby! Sex can be an uncomfortable topic—maybe it brings back memories...

10 Notable Black Affluent Neighborhoods Shaping Culture, Wealth and Community

Polo Ralph Lauren’s latest Oak Bluffs campaign is a paradox of what the media often...

Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle Ad Is Selling More Than Denim—It’s Selling White Identity

“Genes are passed down from parents to offspring, often determining traits like hair color, personality...

FSU Shooter ID’d as Deputy’s Son, Killing Two and Injuring Six

A Florida State University student is in custody for the FSU school shooting, killing two...

You Might’ve Missed These 2025 Food Recalls—Here’s the Lowdown

It’s the fourth month of the year—yet we have had food recalls in 2025. According...