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Reality television has long been a dominant force in entertainment, engaging audiences with unscripted drama, personal stories and high-stakes competition. Some argue that reality TV reflects societal values while others contend that it distorts reality, crafting an illusion of authenticity. As the genre evolves, the debate remains: Is reality TV...

The Supreme Court has ruled, in a 6-3 decision, to uphold the Tennessee law banning gender transition care for young people.  The case, United States v Skrmetti, was taken to court by three transgender teenagers, their parents and a doctor that provides transition medications. Their argument was that the Tennessee...

Caramel Column Inc. is a Japanese indie game development company led by Maki Ono and is well known for some of its indie titles such as “Insectarium Alternative March,” a game about investigating strange creatures called Urbanites and “Aznana,” a game about a boy and a disconnected head named Aznana...

Biopics, films that dramatize the lives of real people, have become a cultural obsession. From stories about politicians to musicians, these movies are dominating the screen. Popularity around recent examples, like “A Complete Unknown” or “Oppenheimer” have shown just how much audiences love these films. Whether its tragedy, success or...

For many showrunners, not only is it imperative for them to provide a show that is entertaining, but they also must ensure that all ethical and legal requirements are met for the show to air. Nathan Fielder does everything correctly in a legal sense, but the situations and events that...

Black artists have dominated the American music industry and pop culture for decades in specific genres. However, each time an artist tries to branch out into other genres they hardly get the support they deserve.  Historically, black artists have been among the founding players in many of the music genres...

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