Skip to Main Content
Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

Trending

Photo courtesy of Phoebe Cates

The Newest Way to Celebrate: Brown Paper Banners

Anna Galan, Trending Writer May 1, 2025

Balloons, garlands and “Happy Birthday” banners will always be party classics, but if you’re looking to elevate your next celebration, it’s time to try something new– banner painting. This trend...

Review: Christopher Landon’s ‘Drop’ Raises the Bar

Review: Christopher Landon’s ‘Drop’ Raises the Bar

Clayton Laney, Trending Writer May 1, 2025

Universal Studios’ latest thriller “Drop” turns a high-rise Chicago restaurant into a pressure cooker of digital dread.  Directed by Christopher Landon (“Happy Death Day”), the film taps...

Why Energy Drinks Are College Students’ Newest Craving

Why Energy Drinks Are College Students’ Newest Craving

Emma Slaughter, Trending Writer May 1, 2025

Whether it’s on the desks of lecture halls or in the hands of students walking down The Drag, energy drinks like Celsius, Redbull, Alani Nu or Yerba Mate can be seen all over campus.  Small convenience...

Graphic by Pajia Browning

Is the 75 Hard Diet Just Too Hard For UT Students?

Emma Slaughter, Trending Writer April 18, 2025

Many UT students pride themselves on their “work hard, play hard” mentality. Several Longhorns have tried popular diets and lifestyle changes like 75 Hard but feel that it is simply not maintainable...

Graphic by Elizabeth Han

The Biggest Red Flag: Men on Reality TV

Anna Galan, Trending Writer April 17, 2025

From a final rose ceremony and proposal to couples being separated on an island surrounded by attractive singles to test their true connection, reality shows like “The Bachelor” and “Temptation Island”...

Graphic by Pajia Browning

Love is Not Blind: How Political Differences Are Affecting Young People’s Dating Decisions

Clayton Laney, Trending Writer April 10, 2025

Season eight of “Love is Blind” was undeniably different from its previous seasons. From heated moral dilemmas to political discussions that resulted in only one couple saying yes at the altar, it's...

Coconut Cult: Coconut Yogurt With A Cult Following!

Coconut Cult: Coconut Yogurt With A Cult Following!

Emma Slaughter, Trending Writer April 3, 2025

Coconut Cult probiotic yogurt has taken the world by storm, especially in local Austin grocery stores. The brand, founded in 2016, created “super-live” probiotic coconut yogurt that helps your body...

Summer Fashion Forecast: Predictions for 2025’s Hottest Trends

Summer Fashion Forecast: Predictions for 2025’s Hottest Trends

Anna Galan, Trending Writer April 3, 2025

Summer is just around the corner, bringing a shift from minimalist winter fashion to bold colors and expressive styles. Whether you're heading to the beach or exploring a new city, these are the must-try...

Graphic by Pajia Browning

This IS Texas: Beyoncé’s Country Conflict

Clayton Laney, Trending Writer March 28, 2025

Beyoncé solidified herself once again as a staple within the music industry after taking home the Best Country Music Album award at the 2025 Grammys. This victory, however, faced backlash from the country...

Kava: Is it the New Alcohol?

Kava: Is it the New Alcohol?

Mercy Solis, Trending Writer March 27, 2025

Wicker light fixtures and the smell of incense fill Kanoa Kava, one of four kava bars in Austin, Texas. The strumming of guitars echoes in the room as patrons sip the pale, earthy drink out of coconut...

Daily Drills and Parke’s FOMO Marketing Has Clothes Selling Out in Minutes

Daily Drills and Parke’s FOMO Marketing Has Clothes Selling Out in Minutes

Emma Slaughter, Trending Writer March 13, 2025

Many UT students walk through campus wearing clothes from trending brands like Daily Drills and Parke. These brands recently grew in popularity using an advertising strategy that creates a shopping frenzy...

Is Club Culture Dead? How Coffee and DJs are Redefining Nightlife

Is Club Culture Dead? How Coffee and DJs are Redefining Nightlife

Anna Galan, Trending Writer March 13, 2025

Late nights out and brutal hangovers are a thing of the past. Early mornings, strong coffee, wellness and electrifying DJ sets are what's in for 2025. As night life continues to evolve, the traditional...