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A still from season 2 of the HBO show “Euphoria” features the main cast of Lexis school play. The five actors are seated on the steps of the stage and look ahead.

Recap: ‘Euphoria’ S2E8: When the curtain finally falls

The “Euphoria” season finale delivered a rollercoaster of emotions that will leave viewers eagerly anticipating a third season. “Euphoria” is available to stream on HBO Max.
Shreya Wankhade, Contributing Writer March 1, 2022

Spoiler warning: This review includes potential spoilers for Euphoria seasons one and two. On the last Sunday before a two-year break, viewers gathered around their devices,...

Season 2 episode 6 of Euphoria premiered on HBO Max on Feb 13. New episodes air on Sundays at 9 p.m. (Images courtesy of Warner Media)

Recap: ‘Euphoria’ S2E6: Justice for Maddy Perez and to hell with Nate Jacobs

Episode six of the second season of “Euphoria” sees the show’s protagonist come to terms with her flaws. “Euphoria” airs on HBO Max, with new episodes debuting every Sunday.
Shreya Wankhade, Contributing Writer February 16, 2022

Spoiler warning: This recap includes spoilers for "Euphoria," seasons one and two. Season 2, episode 6 of “Euphoria” picks up the pieces from last week's devastating...

Zendaya plays a 17-year-old recovering from drug addiction. “Euphoria” is a serial teen drama available on HBO. (Photo by Eddy Chen/HBO, courtesy of Warner Media)

Recap: ‘Euphoria’ S2E5: Rue Bennett struggles with the reality of addiction

“Euphoria” season two, episode five offers viewers a harrowing look at addiction. “Euphoria” airs on HBO Max, with new episodes debuting every Sunday.
Shreya Wankhade, Contributing Writer February 11, 2022

Content warning: This article mentions sexual assault and suicide. Spoiler warning: This recap includes spoilers for "Euphoria," seasons one and two. Season two, episode...

Timothée Chalamet and Steve Carell in a scene from Beautiful Boy. (Courtesy of StrategyPR)

The Depiction of Substance Abuse on Screen

Matt Markowski, Contributing Writer November 9, 2018
Both “A Star is Born” and “Beautiful Boy” paint brutally honest pictures of the emotional toll of substance abuse.
The U.S. Needs To Take A Stand Against Duterte

The U.S. Needs To Take A Stand Against Duterte

Yasmin Gulec, Contributing Writer September 13, 2016
A UN member state, the Philippines have already ratified the Human Rights Declaration — they should be held to the standard they swear by.
Needle Exchanges Are Model of Good Drug Policy

Needle Exchanges Are Model of Good Drug Policy

Abraham Gross, Deputy Opinion Editor April 17, 2016
The needle exchange program demonstrates a more effective drug policy, one that places treatment and care ahead of punishment and elimination.
Sarah Silverman moves from comedy to drama in I Smile Back.

Sarah Silverman surprises in lackluster drama

Kat Fadrillan, Contributing Writer October 20, 2015
Though more familiar with comedy, Sarah Silverman's superb dramatic portrayal of a pill-addicted housewife outshines a hackneyed plot in "I Smile Back."