Halftime Leisure’s 2025 songs of the summer

1. “The Subway” – Chappell Roan After months of asking, begging, and pleading for Chappell Roan to release “The Subway,” she finally dropped the studio recording, and thank God she... Read more

By Alexandra Risi, Elizabeth Adler, Aubrey Butterfield, Lucy Montalti, Phoebe Nash, Karcin Hagi, Elaine Clarke, Imani Liburd, Aaron Pollock and Apara Chandavarkar September 13, 2025

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The tribe has spoken. Now, it’s our job to listen.

In recent years, gender and racial inequalities within Survivor have become a topic of academic investigation.

By Hailey Wharram May 31, 2025

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From the stage to the syllabus, Georgetown must take South Asian studies seriously

Now, we believe Georgetown University as an institution must supplement this existing programming with more cohesive South Asian scholarship.

By Alison Karki, Rania Khan and Rushil Vashee May 29, 2025

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A love letter to music in my four years at Georgetown

Paired with every song is a distinct memory of a “who” and “where” at Georgetown, little landmarks for me to remember my college years.

By Nikki Farnham April 28, 2025

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“This Conversation is Missing Your Voice” makes dissonance feel harmonious

Thom York and Mark Pritchard’s new single is not their first collaboration, but it is certainly their most exciting one yet.

By Abigail Prichard April 23, 2025

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Brighter days ahead: Ariana Grande’s new deluxe album is a cherry atop a masterpiece

eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead displays a level of thematic nuance and vocal expertise unrivaled by her peers.

By Karcin Hagi April 7, 2025

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The Outrun is devastating, hopeful, and quietly captivating

Ultimately, The Outrun begs the question: when your life is falling to pieces around you, when you come untethered, what do you choose to believe in?

By Nola Goodwin April 7, 2025

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The cultural history behind Brazil’s first Oscar win, I’m Still Here

I'm Still Here, based on Marcelo Rubens Paiva’s memoir, portrays the devastating impact of Brazil’s military dictatorship

By Amanda Baptista April 7, 2025

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Justice and chaos collide: A first look at Daredevil: Born Again

The highly anticipated premiere of Daredevil: Born Again on Disney+ delivered a gripping blend of courtroom drama and thrilling action.

By Blake Sexton April 2, 2025

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Top 10 greatest rock songs of all time

“Thunderstruck” – AC/DC Like a lightning bolt from the heavens, this iconic guitar riff strikes with pure electricity. As Brian Johnson’s raspy wails thunder throughout the soundscape, a swirling storm... Read more

By Elizabeth Adler March 30, 2025

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In “The Giver,” Chappell Roan says save a horse, ride a cowgirl!

“The Giver” is an embodiment of everything that makes Chappell Roan, Chappell Roan. It’s witty. It’s camp. It’s sexy.

By Lucy Montalti March 28, 2025

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American Murder: Gabby Petito: How technology is changing true crime

In 2021, America became transfixed by the brutal murder of Gabby Petito. Technology played a significant role in this story’s publicity.

By Alexandra Risi March 20, 2025

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Five years later, I question the 675 hours I spent playing “Animal Crossing: New Horizons”

I’ve decided to reflect on my history with the game—just how many hours in the past five years have I spent on this virtual island?

By Aaron Pollock March 16, 2025

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After 50 years, Saturday Night Live looks back and moves forward

For half a century, Saturday Night Live (SNL) has been a staple of American television, shaping and reflecting pop culture.

By Lucy Montalti March 10, 2025

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American Manhunt: O.J. Simpson is a tell-all that puts the other involved members on trial

Netflix released American Manhunt: O.J. Simpson, a four-episode documentary diving into the criminal trial against the former professional football star.

By Imani Liburd February 23, 2025

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Top 10 leisurely activities in D.C.

D.C. is teeming with rich history, and you shouldn't pass up the opportunity to explore it. You can peruse the original U.S. Constitution.

By Rhea Banerjee, Sagun Shrestha, Minhal Nazeer and Koharu Ando February 15, 2025

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Cunk on Life: Does it hold a candle to the original?

We find ourselves in need of a guiding figure to clarify our society and development—someone to teach us the true meaning of life.

By Alexandra Risi February 4, 2025

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Halftime’s Dream Journal: Nighttime reflections of a modern mind

Plenty of us have classic dreams reflecting our anxieties of saying something to the wrong person or not succeeding in our aspirations.

By Alexander Hwang February 3, 2025

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The Voice Predicts the 2025 Grammys

After a particularly nasty streak of snubs in the Big Four categories over the last few years, the Academy has backed itself into a corner.

By Rhea Banerjee, Ajani Jones, Kristy Li, Lucy Montalti, Karcin Hagi, Elizabeth Adler and Alex Lalli January 31, 2025

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From donutgate to Hamilton, 10 things turning 10

The sun may have set on Glee, but the age of gleeks never ends. A decade later, fans are craving a reboot. What’s not to miss?

By Sagun Shrestha, Lucy Montalti, Rhea Banerjee, Kristy Li, Elizabeth Adler, Ajani Jones, Karcin Hagi, Aubrey Butterfield, Aaron Pollock and Bradshaw Cate January 19, 2025