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A lesson in social media longevity, from the fandom perspective

By Diana Velasquez, Senior Staff Writer • November 27, 2022

In this edition of Fandom-esque Diana Velasquez talks about fandom history and what happens when a social media site stops being viable.

Opinions Roundtable | 2022 Midterm Elections

By Sinead McDevitt, Emily O'Neil, Rachel Soloff, Sofia Uriagereka-Herburger, and Kelly Xiong • November 18, 2022

Opinions Editor Rachel Soloff sits with columnists Emily O’Neil, Kelly Xiong and Sofia Uriagereka-Herburger to talk about the 2022 Midterm elections, the push to get Gen Z to vote and what they’d like to see from candidates going forward

Weekend Watchlist | Shows to binge over break

By The Pitt News Staff • November 17, 2022

Thanksgiving break is almost here, allowing us a blissful weeklong respite from the crushing weight of classes. To fill the time, here are some shows you can binge!

Fresh Perspective | What I’m thankful for

By Julia Smeltzer, Senior Staff Writer • November 17, 2022

In this edition of Fresh Perspective, Senior Staff Writer Julia Smeltzer writes about what she’s thankful for.

Weekend Watchlist | What to watch if you liked House of the Dragon

By The Pitt News Staff • November 11, 2022

“House of the Dragon,” the recent “Game of Thrones” spin-off, aired its final episode on HBO and HBOMax, and if you’re going through a withdrawal, we understand. Here are shows and movies to watch if you enjoyed “House of the Dragon”

Campus Life | Indoor Activities

By Shriya Yadamreddi, Staff Writer • November 10, 2022

This week on Campus Life, Shriya Yadamreddi talks about a few fun things to do in indoors when it’s cold out!

Level Up! | Gaming Glossary: Pokémon Edition

By Sinead McDevitt, Digital Manager • November 10, 2022

It’s November, which means the newest Pokémon games, “Pokémon Scarlet and Violet,” are coming out soon. In this edition of Level Up!, Digital Manager Sinéad McDevitt defines various bits of Pokémon jargon.

The Sound of the Cinema | Hans Zimmer and composing in the digital age

By Alec Cassidy, Staff Writer • November 6, 2022

In the fourth edition of The Sound of the Cinema, Alec Cassidy engages with the works of Hans Zimmer and discusses his influence in Hollywood.

Fandom-esque | Let’s define queerbaiting

By Diana Velasquez, Senior Staff Writer • November 6, 2022

In this edition of Fandom-esque, Diana Velasquez goes over what is — and isn’t — queerbaiting.

Weekend Watchlist | Animation

By The Pitt News Staff • November 4, 2022

Last week, Disney’s CEO Bob Chapek said animation was for kids, so we’re here to prove him wrong. Here are some animated shows and movies that children and adults can appreciate, because animation is a wonderful storytelling medium.