On Sept. 15, Jimmy Kimmel found himself tangled in controversy after making remarks about the death of political activist Charlie Kirk. This action resulted in  significant public backlash, along with calls to boycott Disney and its associated networks. Consequently, Kimmel’s show was pulled from the air before being reinstated just days later on Sept. 23, accompanied by an apology. This incident raises critical questions about the boundaries of free speech, especially in the realm of broadcast media.

It feels like as more and more new pieces of entertainment are released, their quality just gets worse and worse. While in some cases this is due to the project itself not meshing well with audiences, the source of the other cases is oftentimes due to overworking. As social media has diverted our attention away from traditional media outlets, like film and video games, the titans of those industries have responded to the changing times by adopting an assembly line approach, when it comes to producing content. 

Chain restaurants have always been a part of Florida’s dining scene, but lately, it feels like we’re living through a new wave. Whataburger, Swig, 7 Brew, Dutch Bros, the list keeps growing as more national names plant themselves on Florida ground. For some, this is exciting. For others, it feels like a takeover.

A simple sentence from the president can ripple through the country and feed dangerous rumors that change lives. In a press conference held on Sept. 22, President Donald Trump announced that acetaminophen, commonly known as Tylenol, causes autism. While factually untrue, this declaration spreads dangerous misinformation, undermines science and disrespects the experiences of those on the spectrum.

A good TV show not only connects with audiences but also transports them into its world. Viewers become fans, who then connect with others to dive into theories, create fan art and build online communities open to anyone who loves the show. But what happens when the lines between fiction and reality blur? With many new and returning summer shows, there has been a rise in cyberbullying targeting casts and crews.