Wilde ImplicationsHow ‘Anti‑fandoms’ Become a Tool To Scrutinize, Harass Women Where fandoms are guided by devotion and love, anti-fandoms are dedicated to spreading hate — particularly about women. By Rohitha Naraharisetty
a Legacy That Refuses to RetireSerena Williams Is Quitting Tennis. It Speaks to Why Fan Cultures Must Allow Athletes to Evolve. Fans "push" people and value them in absolutes, but Williams's decision presents a subversive possibility of growing by one's own measure. By Saumya Kalia
Sorry (I Ain't Sorry)Beyoncé Removing a Lyric From Her New Song Makes Her Less Accountable to Critique The trend of celebrities fixing their mistakes after being called out for it doesn't lead to real accountability. By Rohitha Naraharisetty
Spirit CharactersParasocial Relationships With TV Characters Linked to Viewers’ Personality Traits, Study Shows "When identification with a character is particularly strong, a viewer may even develop values, beliefs, and personality traits that align with those of the character." By Amlan Sarkar