Why Did the Empire Build the Death Star?
The Death Star is Star Wars’ most iconic weapon, but its real purpose wasn’t to win wars. Here’s what it actually reveals about the Empire.
Zara Larsson’s “Hot & Sexy” Is a Dance Anthem With a Serious Message
Beneath the fun, club-ready energy of “Hot & Sexy,” Zara Larsson addresses sexual harassment and the normalization of predatory behavior.
WoW Midnight: What Blizzard Is Saying, And What It Isn’t
World of Warcraft: Midnight arrives March 2. Here’s an honest breakdown of the new expansion: the story, the housing system, the gold economy changes, and the monetization questions Blizzard isn’t directly answering.
Why No One Is Talking About Sentenced to Be a Hero Anymore
The dark fantasy anime had one of the season’s best first episodes, so why isn’t anyone talking about it like they were before?
The Boys’ Compound V is a Metaphor for Big Pharma
In The Boys, Compound V is a symbol of exploitation, in addition to being a sharp critique of corporate power.
How Ryan’s Arc in The Boys Mirrors Real-Life Extremism
Ryan Butcher’s character arc in The Boys is a disturbing metaphor for how vulnerable kids get radicalized.
What’s Wrong With American Girl’s Modern Era Dolls?
American Girl’s Modern Era Collection turns historical characters into fashion dolls, abandoning the educational mission that made the brand unique.
Why DNA Ethnicity Results Change and What That Really Means
DNA ethnicity reports always total 100 percent, even when data is incomplete. Here’s why that matters for accuracy and identity.
Will the Flight 37 Footage Return in The Boys Season 5?
Flight 37 could be the smoking gun that destroys Homelander. As The Boys enter its final season, the recording could be crucial to the show’s ending.
A-Train’s Redemption Arc in The Boys, Explained
How did A-Train go from being a villain to a potential hero in season 4 of The Boys? A personal tragedy sets the Supe on the path to redemption.