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Pictures by Emma Stern ‘Welcome to the Family’: Inside the Sex Cult of Miami’s Most Diabolical Pimp
William Foster lured desperate young women with promises of vast wealth. Instead, they were ensnared by his regime of mind control, sexual punishments, antipsychotic drugs, plastic surgery—and lots and lots of lemon juice.
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On September 24, 2026, former Yes pianist Rick Wakeman performed for an audience of 150 bears at a sanctuary in Vietnam.
Life Is Tough, but Watching These Bears Bop Their Heads to a 70s Prog Rock Icon Playing Piano Helps
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Impulsivity, novelty-seeking, and emotional instability may raise addiction risk, but experts stress that personality is not destiny.
The Truth About Having an ‘Addictive Personality’
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Feeling more platonic, relieved by the idea of leaving, or obligated to stay can all signal the romantic connection has changed.
4 Signs You’re Not Actually in Love with Your Partner, According to an Expert
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D&D: World of Warcraft players may want to start chatting with their DM early about their upcoming campaigns’ Horde versus Alliance themes.
World of Warcraft: Dungeons and Dragons – Can You Have a Cross-Faction Party?
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A therapist explains why divorce can spark changes in confidence, friendships, work, and identity, not just appearance.
What Really Causes a ‘Divorce Glow-Up,’ According to a Therapist
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Magic: The Gathering players can check out the new Hexhaven color pairings and see how they compare to the Strixhaven colleges.
Magic: The Gathering – All Hexhaven Schools Explained
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Early versions reportedly included a sex robot, obesity porn, and a pizza masturbation gag that was cut for being too much.
3 Wild ‘Dodgeball’ Jokes That Got Cut Before the Movie Came Out
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Dungeons and Dragons: World of Warcraft offers some early information about notable sites from Durotar to the Swamp of Sorrows.
Dungeons and Dragons: World of Warcraft Confirms All Notable Sites and Locations
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‘Obsession,’ ‘Backrooms,’ and ‘Passenger’ all echo classic ‘Twilight Zone’ episodes in ways that are hard not to notice.
3 New Horror Movies That Feel Suspiciously Like ‘The Twilight Zone’
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The Witcher 3 Remastered patch notes reveal a new skill tree, gear Reforging, graphics upgrades, expanded Photo Mode, and more.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Patch Notes: All New Features Revealed
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The Simple Habit That Could Make You More Disciplined (and How to Do It)
Doing things you’d rather avoid can help train persistence, especially when the effort is tied to a goal you actually care about.
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4 Signs Your Phone Addiction Is Really Starting to Mess Up Your Body
Neck pain, sore thumbs, dry eyes, and worse sleep can all be signs that your scrolling habits are taking a physical toll.
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Introducing ‘Soft Socializing,’ the Social Trend That Lets You Connect Without Feeling Drained
A psychologist says low-pressure activities like walks, coffee dates, and creative hangouts can help people connect without burning out.
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The Internet Has Invented Fake Online Shopping, and There’s a Wild Reason Why People Love It
‘Dopamine sites’ let you pretend to buy products or order takeout, offering the familiar thrill of clicking without spending real money.
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The EU Wants Age Verification for Online Games, Social Media, and AI Chatbots. Here’s Why.
The proposal would introduce age checks for certain online games, alongside new restrictions on social media and AI chatbots.
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Photo: gremlin / Getty Images Why One of AI’s Biggest CEOs Is Suddenly Asking the Industry to Slow Down
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says AI development should slow, warning more capable autonomous agents could create major cybersecurity risks.
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Photo by XNY/Star Max/GC Images Madonna Reveals Why Her Manager Was Convinced Her ‘Career Was Over’ During a Touching VMA Acceptance Speech
Madonna recalled her first-ever MTV VMAs performance in 1984, where her then-manager told her she’d never make it.
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Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage for ABA 3 Y2K Pop Stars Who May Find Second Life With Gen Alpha
Millennial parents who grew up on Y2K pop are bringing their Gen Alpha kids to concerts, offering a second life for these pop stars.
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Photo by Sergione Infuso/Corbis via Getty Images 2026 MTV VMAs: Gener8ion and Yung Lean Smash a Moonman While Performing ‘Storm II’ Live With a Mesmerizing Dance Crew
Yung Lean and Gener8ion performed “Storm II” at the 2026 MTV VMAs, kicking off the set by smashing a moonman statue on the ground.
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Screenshot: Wizards of the Coast Magic: The Gathering Drops Surprise New Commander Deck
Magic: The Gathering Commander players need to act fast if they want to secure a pre-order for this new deck.
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Screenshot: Pokemon GO Pokemon GO – All October 2026 Events and Battle Raids
Pokemon GO trainers can now start marking their calendars for all the October 2026 special events and raids.
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Screenshot: Epic Games Fortnitemares 2026 Collabs Revealed by Epic Games
Epic Games has revealed the Fortnitemares 2026 collab lineup, including Five Nights at Freddy’s, Beetlejuice, Freddy Krueger, and more.
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Illustration by Reesa. Daily Horoscope: September 28, 2026
The Moon enters Taurus craving comfort, but the Sun’s trine with Uranus throws a lucky curveball into your Monday routine.
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The Harvest Moon Is Here: What It Means for You, According to an Astrologer
The September 26 Harvest Moon peaks at 12:49 p.m. ET, and astrologers say it’s a time for release, reflection, and trusting yourself.
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Commodore Callback 8020. No, you can't buy it yet, but you can pre-order it. — Credit: Commodore 9 Flip Phones to Simplify Your Life (On a Budget)
What are you flippin’ waiting for? Get off that doomscrolling, over-connected smartphone treadmill by subbing in a flip phone.
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via VICE Buy One, Get One (Very Personal) Toy: This Men’s Bundle Is 65% Off
The bundle price is less than the masturbator alone. Get yourself two toys for less!
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Robert Anderson/Unsplash How to Squirt: What Finally Worked for Me (and What Experts Say)
The squirting guide nobody writes because everyone’s too embarrassed to be this specific.
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The Actors Behind C-3PO and R2-D2 Reportedly Hated Each Other. Here’s Why.
Anthony Daniels and Kenny Baker traded public jabs for years, with their ‘Star Wars’ feud reportedly spilling onto the convention circuit.
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3 Signs You’re in Survival Mode Even Though You Look Like You’re Fine
You can still work, socialize, and get things done while prolonged stress leaves you exhausted, irritable, and emotionally checked out.
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Screenshot: The Pokemon Company, McDonald's McDonald’s Pokémon Cards 2026: Happy Meal Release Date and Set List Details
McDonald’s Pokémon card Happy Meals are returning November 5. Here are how many cards are in the set, and what comes in each TCG pack.
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Screenshot: PlayStation God of War Laufey Pre-Order Bonuses and Digital Deluxe Edition Revealed
God of War Laufey pre-orders begin September 29. Here is every pre-order bonus, and what’s in the Digital Deluxe Edition.
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Screenshot: Epic Games Fortnite Mastery Monday Start Times and Schedule for September 28
Fortnite Mastery Monday returns September 28 with double Sprite XP and Dust. See the full start and end schedule for your region.
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Screenshot: Nintendo Nintendo Reveals New Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake Gameplay Footage
Nintendo has shared new Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake gameplay footage, giving fans a closer look at Goron City and its changes.
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Photo by Frank Micelotta 2026 MTV VMAs: Nirvana Member Accepted the Coveted Video Vanguard Award With a Lit Cigarette in Hand
Nirvana guitarist Pat Smear appeared on stage at the 2026 MTV VMAs, lit cigarette in hand to accept the Video Vanguard Award.
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Photo by Kevin Mazur/MG25/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue Madonna Opened the 2026 MTV VMAs With a Sultry Performance Featuring Sabrina Carpenter, Charli XCX and More
Madonna opened the 2026 MTV VMAs with a stunning performance that featured both Sabrina Carpenter and Charli XCX.
