Category: Features
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Eagles fans, once most depressed, now among NFL’s happiest
If there was any NFL team that faced severe-can’t-get-out-of-bed depression, it was the Philadelphia Eagles. A slew of injuries and mishaps such as the rise and fall of the Philadelphia Eagles. But if you remember anything about the Eagles, or Philadelphia, it’s their tough exterior to push through even the darkest of ages, like Ben…
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Nickelodeon nightmare Dan Schneider “owes some people a very strong apology” 24 years too late
If you haven’t seen the tell-all Nickelodeon documentary Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV let me tell you, it’s a doozy. Growing up and being introduced to Amanda Bynes and Drake Bell absolutely meant that you had a good childhood. Remember when they both went down spirals? You can thank the weight…
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Because ‘Quarterback’ wasn’t enough, Netflix adds ‘Receiver’
While you followed the trials and tribulations of Patrick Mahomes, Marcus Mariota and Kirk Cousins, Netflix and the NFL paired up once again to showcase some more star talent with ‘Receiver.’ The second of the NFL-inspired Netflix documentaries follows Davante Adams, Justin Jefferson, George Kittle, Deebo Samuel and Amon-Ra St. Brown through their respective seasons.…
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First & Jenn is heading in a new direction
The First & Jenn website and podcast will look to the future to find new ways of creating great content for great readers like you. Until then, First & Jenn will not be active again until April. First & Jenn started in the midst of writer Jennifer McGraw’s academic career. She obtained a Bachelor’s in…
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Various cities to host Super Bowl parties to benefit homeless
Football and philanthropy come together for the sixth year for the Super Soul Party, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting and including the unhoused community in societal events. These parties will offer a unique opportunity for people experiencing homelessness to enjoy a meal, a haircut, and socialize during the Super Bowl. Founded by Meir Kay, a…
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Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show Best Bets
International R&B superstar Usher is set to take the stage at the Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show presented by Apple Music. Each year, sportsbooks like FanDuel put out fun odds leading up to the Super Bowl about some of the iconic happenings off the field – like the Halftime Show. Sportsbook Review laid out a…
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Budweiser Clydesdales make an iconic comeback in Super Bowl 2024 commercial
Death, taxes and memorable Super Bowl commercials. One commercial people tend to look out for each year is the Anheuser-Busch (Budweiser) commercials that feature the iconic Clydesdales and sometimes a cute, fluffy puppy. During last year’s Super Bowl, fans were disappointed that the horses had a brief appearance in their commercial. One fan, according to…
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Miss America 2024: Betting Odds
The Miss America pageant will take place in early January in Walt Disney World. 51 of the nation’s brightest and most talented women will compete for the Miss America crown and spend the next year traveling to support her platform. The Miss America pageant will be held starting January 6-14, each day a different competition…
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Who made the NFL 2023 naughty and nice list?
This NFL 2023-24 season has been quite entertaining. Some teams that started strong are falling flat, some are consistently dominating and others are starting to turn heads. Now that Christmas is here and three games are being played Monday afternoon, it’s time to look at what teams made Santa’s naughty and nice list this season.…
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PHOTOS: NFL McLeods’ “Change Our Future” Foundation keeps Philly spirits bright
Cleveland Browns safety and former Philadelphia Eagle Rodney McLeod and his wife Erika McLeod made spirits bright at their Fill-A-Cart event on December 12, 2023. Though Rodney could not be in attendance, Erika and the help of a few friendly faces made the event fun. Fill-A-Cart is an event where a handful of families in…
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Which ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ tribe would each NFL team fall into?
If you don’t know by now, Avatar: The Last Airbender is a popular cartoon show where a group of kids prepare Aang, the last airbender to take on the Fire Lord. The series goes through Aang mastering all four elements: water, earth, fire and the one he already knows, air. Each nation – fire, earth,…
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Binge these awesome sports documentaries
You might be in a sports slump. You’re waiting for football season to return or waiting for playoff baseball. What better way to pass the time in the dog days of summer with sports than with a great sports documentary? Sports documentaries provide a lot of great insight into separating the athlete from the person.…
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AI in Journalism: Concerning or helpful?
Artificial intelligence’s popularity is on the rise, as tools like ChatGPT and even Snapchat’s AI feature make for a quicker source of help. Maybe you’re looking for the best restaurant near your home, curious about fashion during World War II or looking for help writing an article. AI has the personalized capabilities to assist a…
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Five must-read books this summer
Now that summer is upon us, I made it a goal to read a lot this year. Summer is the perfect time to take a break from daily struggles, regroup, and reconnect with yourself. Whether that’s sitting on a beach or in your backyard, you have the opportunity to ground yourself with a good book.…
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TikTok user helps you figure out your favorite Taylor Swift album
Now that we dove completely into the Eras Tour, you might be wondering what your go-to Eras look should be if you were lucky enough to snag tickets. Maybe you could gain inspiration from your favorite album?? A classic red lip-cat eye makeup look from “1989” or a black sparkly ensemble from “reputation” could do.…
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In the Know: 2023 Writers’ Strike
Close to 12,000 writers have been on strike since May 2, 2023 are on strike following an ongoing labor dispute between the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). This marks the largest American film and television production interruption since the COVID-19 pandemic, and the fourth largest…
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OPINION: Miss America Should Cater to Mental Health, Too
The long-standing Miss America Organization is going through another phase of adapting to the current times. Under new management, they’re bringing glamour back while keeping some of the “Miss America 2.0” concepts. In this new set of rules, Miss America will bring focus back to physical fitness – a portion of the competition that caught…
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What it’s like being a television studies student
I never thought I would have to watch reality television for homework, but it sure is a fun experience. Being a television studies student is pretty cool, but you might not know what goes into it. In case you’re interested, I’ve listed some of my favorite parts of being a television studies grad student after…
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Five spring beauty essentials you need right now
Author’s Note: This article is a sponsored post for Campus Trendsetters and Her Campus. To learn more about these college programs, click here. Now that spring is in full bloom, there’s no better time to indulge in your beauty and self care than right now with these amazing brands. If you remember the article I…
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Her Perspective: The biggest act of self-love is forgiving yourself
Happy two days after Valentine’s Day. A day literally dedicated to love, what could be more beautiful? Even if you’re celebrating alone today (like me), today is dedicated to just more than couples buying heart-shaped boxes of chocolate and red roses before going on a date. As a mental health advocate who’s open about her…
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