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Russell Brand Writes A Touching Tribute to Amy Winehouse
The British comedian who has struggled with addiction recalls meeting Winehouse before either of them were famous.
Posted Monday, July 25, 2011 by Shani Hilton
Mission Accomplished? Not So Fast, China
While China celebrates a reduction in intellectual property theft, fake Apple stores pop up across the country.
Posted Friday, July 22, 2011 by Jeffrey Boxer
A Muggle’s Take on Potterpalooza
**CAUTION: Contains HP-related spoilers!
Posted Friday, July 15, 2011 by Jeffrey Boxer
Does Social Networking Create Digital Ghettos?
Let’s make sure that Google+ doesn’t pass by the disenfranchised.
Posted Thursday, July 14, 2011 by Jon Christian
Netflix Needed to Raise Prices—And You Should Be Glad They Did
Don’t you want to watch something other than year-old ABC Family shows via streaming?
Posted Thursday, July 14, 2011 by Shani Hilton
Putting The “Cop” in “Copyright”
Since when is Patrick Leahy in bed with Big Copyright?
Posted Wednesday, July 13, 2011 by Jon Christian
From the Blacktop to the Blackboard: Hip-Hop’s Growing Role in Education
It may have taken over 30 years, but hip-hop is infiltrating the academic world, becoming both a subject of study and a tool for education.
Posted Tuesday, July 12, 2011 in Journalism Network by Kevin Kunitake
Nike Criticized for Drug Slogan in New Posters
Nike, Inc. has been blasted for the new campaign, but is the condemnation warranted?
Posted Monday, July 11, 2011 by Jeffrey Boxer
The Rise of the International Box Office
How overseas audiences are changing the business of Hollywood—and the movies at your local theater.
Posted Friday, July 8, 2011 in Reporting by Scott Meslow
Silver Screens & Cigarettes
Big tobacco depends on what’s cool to sell cigarettes—and Hollywood still plays a vital role.
Posted Tuesday, July 5, 2011 by Scott Meslow
Set-Top Cable Boxes: The Silent Gobblers
The ever-convenient DVR is a huge energy hog.
Posted Friday, July 1, 2011 by Jeffrey Boxer
Review: Who Took The Bomp? Le Tigre On Tour
A fun, danceable, feminist trip down Riot Grrrl memory lane.
Posted Wednesday, June 29, 2011 by Dahlia Grossman-Heinze
Book Release: “Will the Last Reporter Please Turn Out the Lights”
How will media institutions remain financially viable in the 21st century?
Posted Thursday, June 23, 2011 by Jon Christian
Batgirl Rises
DC’s decision to heal a paralyzed heroine is causing a stir.
Posted Thursday, June 23, 2011 by Erin Polgreen
50 Cent to Write Anti-Bullying Young Adult Novel
Will a rapper with a history of violent homophobia attempt to heal old wounds?
Posted Wednesday, June 22, 2011 by Jon Christian
The End of the World: Coming Soon To A Theater Near You
Can Black Swan director Darren Aronofsky’s Noah’s Ark adaptation return Biblical movies to the mainstream?
Posted Tuesday, June 21, 2011 by Scott Meslow
Senate Judiciary Upgrades Streaming Copyrighted Video to a Felony
The administration backs tougher penalties for internet pirates. But is new legislation meant to stop criminals, or just scare casual internet users?
Posted Monday, June 20, 2011 in Reporting by Jon Christian
