Most of us have grown up watching cartoons as children. Whether it was “SpongeBob” or “Peppa Pig,” we’re familiar with at least one animated show that was popular when we were kids. At a certain point, many grow out of this stage of their life and the form of entertainment they consume changes as they age. This is not the case for everyone, however.
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The removal of Kimmel and Colbert from the air isn’t just a blow to late-night television, it is a warning to free speech in journalism. Whether you agree with what these hosts have said or not, these are journalists whose job it is to speak their mind, challenge power and spark conversation. Silencing them is quite literally the opposite of what freedom of the press stands for.
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With several sold-out venues for Ariana Grande's mini Eternal Sunshine tour, superfans around the country are left heartbroken without tickets. On Tuesday, Sept. 9, Grande’s United States presale began on Ticketmaster, leaving millions of fans to fight in the war for seats at the venue.
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Too much of a good thing is bad. This is a sentiment that has been around for millions of years. Consume things, whether it is food, literature, or media, in moderation. When it comes to the entertainment field today, however, it seems we no longer care about following such a warning.
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A Gen Z movement in Nepal sparks protests against governmental corruption and a social media ban, leading to 22 deaths, multiple resignations and a fire at the parliament building, according to BBC.
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When you look at the type of superhero movies released in the past few years, you’ll notice a pattern: an over-reliance on multiverse storytelling. “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” one of the most popular movies of 2021, kick-started this trend.
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Let me guess, your favorite number is seven? Most people's favorite number is seven, most of their favorite numbers are prime, and most fall between two and nine. Let’s think outside the box here.
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In light of the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, it is all too common to see another pop star rise from the ashes of their TikTok trend takeoff. It seems as if everywhere you look, someone has finally gotten their “big break” and is now opening for Taylor Swift or performing after Sabrina Carpenter. While female pop stars come and go with relevance, male pop stars seem to be an all too rare occurrence, and Conan Gray has seemed to slip under the mainstream radar.
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After a three-year break from directing, Darren Aronofsky has returned to the silver screen with his new feature crime thriller “Caught Stealing” starring Austin Butler, Zoë Kravitz, Matt Smith, Vincent D’Onofrio and Liev Schreiber. “Caught Stealing” details the odyssey of a young bartender and former baseball player, Hank Thompson, who’s down on his luck and gets drawn into a conspiracy way bigger than him.
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In the prime age of social media, encountering hate speech online is nothing new. Whether you rarely post on the internet or are a famous influencer, you have likely received or seen hateful content pop up on your feed.
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Obsession with style suffocates creativity. In a world of algorithms, we’re constantly fed the message that consistency and style are everything. But when writing is endlessly polished, at what point does the message fade away?
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This past week has been an absolute wild ride for any fans of the late-night sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live. Earlier this year, showrunner Lorne Michaels confirmed that there would be a significant “cast shake-up” for the upcoming season 51.
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Have you ever gone to the beach or boardwalk and begged your parents to get you a hermit crab, only for it to die within the week? Maybe they warned you, saying “no, they aren’t worth the money,” or “OK, but just remember not to get too attached.” Both of which are wrong to say.
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It’s time for state legislators to band together and provide The College of New Jersey with the allocation funding that it rightfully deserves.
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Beginning on Thursday mornings, drivers pull into the parking lot of the over 80-year-old Trenton Farmers Market. Inside of the market, there’s a familiar scene of people browsing, buying or eating the products from nearly 40 different vendors housed in the market. One can find everything from farm fresh produce to baked goods and takeaway meals.
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With the recent release of the live action adaptation of “Snow White” starring Rachel Zegler, Disney has once again faced backlash over its decision-making skills. Now, don't get me wrong; Zegler deserves her flowers, as she is one of the brightest rising stars I see in the constellation of new-gen actors. That being said, this movie was definitely doomed from the minute it reached the storyboard stage.
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The Signal’s bi-weekly advice column provides feedback to anonymous questions submitted via our advice form. While The Lioness is always here to give advice, students seeking immediate help should contact their healthcare provider or emergency services.
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The pop genre has dominated the music industry for many years now, but a soulful and vulnerable pop-star is a diamond that has become all too rare in 2025. With the ongoing stream of interviews and live performances, it's hard to tell whether a star is creating from a place of artistic substance or simply putting on a facade for views and attention.
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For 17 seasons, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” has been paving the way for LGBTQ+ representation on television. By advocating for trans rights and raising money for charity, “Drag Race” allows the unseen to be showcased. RuPaul has created a show that blends competition, charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent to give queens the chance to become America's next drag superstar. Unfortunately, some queens have what it takes, while others do not.
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The Signal’s bi-weekly advice column provides feedback to anonymous questions submitted via our advice form. While The Lioness is always here to give advice, students seeking immediate help should contact their healthcare provider or emergency services.
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