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  • REVIEW: Melanie Martinez’s Hades: A Bold Reflection of America’s Reality
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    REVIEW: Melanie Martinez’s Hades: A Bold Reflection of America’s Reality

    ByThe Griffin April 15, 2026

    By John Patterson For years, Melanie Martinez has used her music as more than just storytelling—it has been a form of activism. From albums like Cry Baby to K–12, she has consistently explored themes of…

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  • BTS, ‘Arirang,’ and the Howard University Controversy: When Tribute Misses the Mark 
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    BTS, ‘Arirang,’ and the Howard University Controversy: When Tribute Misses the Mark 

    ByThe Griffin March 30, 2026March 30, 2026

    By John Patterson   In March 2026, global K-pop group BTS released an animated teaser for their upcoming album Arirang, inspired by the traditional Korean folk song that has existed in thousands of variations across generations….

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  • How Social Media Impacts Our Perception of Social Life
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    How Social Media Impacts Our Perception of Social Life

    ByThe Griffin March 17, 2026March 30, 2026

    By John Patterson More than ever, social media has changed the way we view our social lives and the lives of others. Platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat have transformed social interaction into something…

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    Saving Big This Holiday Season on a Student Budget 

    ByThe Griffin December 2, 2025

    By Mya Gelet  The holiday season is officially here, and since we’re all college students trying to keep our wallets alive, I wanted to share a few of my favorite ways to shop for gifts…

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  • Review: Invincible
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    Review: Invincible

    ByThe Griffin April 10, 2025

    By Matt Velez I am so excited I get to talk about this. Okay, so the show everyone is talking about is Amazon Prime’s Invincible. It’s more than just another animated superhero show; it’s an…

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  • These Latino Voices Changing the Music Scene
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    These Latino Voices Changing the Music Scene

    ByThe Griffin April 10, 2025April 10, 2025

    By JP  The Marías are an American indie pop group that seamlessly blend jazz, R&B, and Latin beats to create mesmerizing pieces of musical wonder. Their unique sound and artistic vision have captivated audiences, earning…

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