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Love Is Blind Season 7 is a half-apt portrait of the District and its dating scene

D.C. has long been known as one of the worst dating scenes in the country, but the reality show is hoping to bring some happy endings to the city.

By October 13, 2024

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“Pushing It Down and Praying” is a taste of Lizzy McAlpine’s ingenuity on Older (and Wiser)

As she trudges through the muddied sounds of her band to harness this vulnerability, she begins to morph from a sensitive teenager to a surer version of herself.

By October 9, 2024

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Trailer Takes: A Minecraft Movie needs to return to the crafting table

Rather than remaining faithful to the source material, A Minecraft Movie attempts to retrofit nostalgic video game graphics into a modern live-action story, and the result is a greater tragedy than Jason Momoa’s character outfit.

By September 28, 2024

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“Neva Play” with Megan Thee Stallion—she will rock you

Clearly, she intends to take her industry icon status to the next level in 2024 with the recent release of two singles: “We Will Rock You - Megan Thee Stallion Version” and “Neva Play (feat. RM of BTS).”

By September 27, 2024

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Victoria Monet’s “SOS (Sex on Sight)” is a slow jam with faulty vision

Its lack of resonance with audiences is accounted for by its awkward position as neither a good bedroom jam nor playful pop anthem.

By September 22, 2024

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Season 21 of The Bachelorette had just as many red flags as roses

This season of The Bachelorette has not felt like a triumph for Jenn or the historic AAPI representation she brings to the series.

By , and September 15, 2024

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Student discounts to keep on your radar

Whether you’re a new Hoya or a campus veteran, here’s your ultimate guide for making the most of student life without breaking the bank. Maximize your experience at Georgetown by... Read more

By August 25, 2024

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So You Think You Can Cry

Hopefully, SYTYCD will return with a more authentic, dance-centered rebrand that uplifts and supports its dancers.

By May 4, 2024

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Chappell Roan’s “Good Luck, Babe!” speaks to the club divas and the sexually repressed

More than anything else, Chappell Roan is reimagining the conventions and boundaries of pop, urging her listeners to embrace unseriousness.

By April 28, 2024

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3 Body Problem creates harmony from science fiction chaos

3 Body Problem perfectly juggles various plotlines, resulting in a binge-worthy eight-episode drama that innovates on classic sci-fi themes.

By April 27, 2024

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Hoyascope Today: Astrological prediction for Georgetown Day

What's in the stars today? Courtesy of the Halftime Leisure staff, choose your sign for your Georgetown Day horoscope reading.

By , , , , , , , , , and April 26, 2024

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Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso” is a shot of amorous, retro pop

“Espresso” is undoubtedly a prelude to the next Sabrina Carpenter era: our sparkly, sensual pop princess knows what she’s doing.

By April 23, 2024

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Netflix’s Avatar: the Last Airbender may master the elements of spectacle, but loses the heart of the original

Combining several episodes into one made for a fast-paced experience, but took away crucial time for the show to flesh out its characters.

By April 18, 2024

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Shows on streaming you may have missed: Bad Sisters (2022)

With a second season confirmed and on the way, now is the perfect time to sit down and catch up on this fantastic show.

By April 17, 2024

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Game Review: Balatro is ruining my life

The key brilliance of Balatro lies in its replayability and creativity; I am compelled to explore so many different levels and synergies.

By April 16, 2024

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Charli XCX is embarking on a riotous escapade into the world of club culture and hyperpop

Despite only being three singles and a remix in, there's already no denying that Charli XCX’s Brat will be the album of the summer.

By April 15, 2024

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Family rot starts at the core in Peacock’s Apples Never Fall

The newest Moriarty adaptation relies more on character arcs than a convoluted plot, placing the onus of intrigue on the cast and dialogue. 

By April 8, 2024

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ZAYN strips down his style and boldly bares his introspection in “What I Am”

“What I Am,” like ZAYN’s previous work, is largely genre-defying, as evidenced by his signature riffs and runs.

By April 7, 2024

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In 2024, Hollywood and haute couture demand drama and spectacle

Pop culture sits at the confluence of film, TV, and haute couture: the realms take influence from and inspire each other.

By April 4, 2024

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Hazbin Hotel delivers the vibrance adult animation has-been missing

Hazbin Hotel strikes the perfect balance between the two while also developing complex characters and an easy-to-follow storyline

By April 2, 2024