Pass the Cheetos, it’s Finals Week

Lack of sleep … check. Snacks and coffee … of course. Stress … plenty. Note card … I’ll protect it with my life. Ah, the rituals of Final Exams Week. But fear not, it will all be over soon. #95011831 / gettyimages.com

“Fullmetal Alchemist” has Come in Many Forms

From manga to an anime, each with its own unique style and story, the series features two brothers trying to rebuild their lives and bodies after neglecting the laws of nature.

Sexploitation

Sex sells, but who’s buying? Sadly, too many in too many places in America, including St. Louis. #505633283 / gettyimages.com  

Coffee or Tea, What’ll It Be?

Some say caffeine is bad for you, but as a college kid plunging full speed into finals, I keep caffeine very close. So which one, coffee or tea, will offer the best mix of health and happiness?

Fear of Failure as a Writer

We have all doubted our work, but is it worth it? Does this pervasive doubt drive us to do better, or does it just drive us crazy?

“Birdman” is Smashing, Just Smashing

Director Alejandro González Iñárritu (“Babel” and “Biutiful”) leaps into creative mode with this juicy, ambitious, powerhouse story, “Birdman.”