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Science Jul 06

Pop, soda or coke? A linguist explains the history behind the various names for the drink

By Valerie M. Fridland, The Conversation

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Here’s every state’s song of the summer (no, it’s not all ‘Despacito’)

America's song of the summer was the reggaeton hit "Despacito." But it wasn't the top song everywhere.

By Elizabeth Flock

Arts Nov 06

‘Unpolished’ and unconventional: Meet the Malaysian pop star about to blow up U.S. charts

The artist, one of few Malaysian pop stars to cross over into the U.S. market, is preparing to release a new album this winter.

By Amanda Gomez

Arts Feb 04

How an underestimated song became a streaming summer hit

2014’s mega summer hit, ‘Am I Wrong’, by Norwegian pop duo Nico & Vinz almost didn’t make it as a single. In fact, they didn’t think the song would be a success at all.

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Conversation: Lollapalooza 2010

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Lollapalooza, one of the biggest summer music festivals in the U.S., wrapped up Sunday. Jeffrey Brown catches up with music critics Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot.

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