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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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Pokemon GO players can study these counters and roster updates to prepare to defeat Team Rocket’s Giovanni in October 2026.
Pokémon GO – Giovanni Lineup and Best Counters for October 2026 Takeover
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Our Kingdom Hearts Collection I–III review explores its Switch 2 performance, seven playable games, and why its Disney magic still holds up.
Kingdom Hearts Collection I–III Review: A Magical Nintendo Switch 2 Port
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Dungeons and Dragons players can now take a closer look at the new spell-slinging combat class and its subclasses.
Dungeons and Dragons – New Class and 6 Subclasses Are Available Now
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Now that it’s officially fall and we’ve entered October, these 90s alternative songs belong on your fall playlist to help get into the spirit.
4 Alternative Rock Hits From the 90s That Belong on Your Fall Playlist
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Retro gaming fans can now check out these classic shooters on modern consoles more than 45 years after their original launch.
Two 1980 Arcade Shooters Gets New Upgrade On Modern Consoles
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Magic: The Gathering collectors can now check out every card included in the upcoming Jim Henson’s The Labyrinth crossover.
Magic: The Gathering – Every Jim Henson’s The Labyrinth Card And How To Get Them
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A Pokémon Winds and Waves rumor claims to reveal the starter evolutions, names, and types. Here’s what the alleged leak says.
Pokémon Winds and Waves Starter Evolutions Reportedly Leak
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Is it any surprise that Sofia Coppola’s taste in music reflects her directorial vision?
Here Are 3 of Director Sofia Coppola’s Favorite Albums, and We Can’t Help but Agree With Her Choices
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Square Enix celebrates Kingdom Hearts’ 25th anniversary with a nostalgic video revisiting Sora’s adventures and the series’ biggest moments.
Square Enix Reveals New Kingdom Hearts 25th Anniversary Video
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These emo bands are heavily associated with the 2000s, yet they released great albums in the 2010s that are often overlooked.
2000s Emo Bands That Released an Underrated Album in the Early 2010s
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These Flirting Tactics Work Best for Men and Women, According to Psychology
Research suggests men may respond more to physical cues, while women tend to favor signs of interest, effort, and commitment.
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How to Turn Down Sex Without Making Your Partner Feel Rejected
Research suggests a warm, reassuring no can protect relationship satisfaction better than hostility, avoidance, or reluctant sex.
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The Real Reason You Can’t Orgasm, According to Medical Experts
Stress, medications, menopause, and the wrong kind of stimulation can all make orgasm harder. Here’s what experts say may help.
MOTHERBOARD Tech
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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 Fairfax Media via Getty Images One of the Biggest Rock Hits of 2003 Was Half-Written on the Toilet, Half in a Backyard Shed
As a teenager, Nic Cester wrote Jet’s signature hit “Are You Gonna Be My Girl” in two strange places: a bathroom and a garden shed.
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Screenshot: Epic Games Fortnite Mastery Monday Start Time and Schedule for October 5
Fortnite Mastery Monday returns October 5. Here are the start times, bonus Sprite XP, and perks to help master your Bounty Hunter Sprites.
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Screenshot: Xbox Xbox Disc to Digital Games List – All Working Titles
Here is the Xbox disc to digital games list for working titles and learn how to claim digital licenses for your physical games
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Screenshot: Rockstar Games, LOVE Magazine Rockstar Wants GTA 6’s Lucia to Stand Alongside Arthur Morgan and Niko Bellic
Rockstar wants GTA 6’s Lucia to stand alongside Arthur Morgan and Niko Bellic. New details reveal her background and relationship with Jason.
Horoscopes
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Illustration by Reesa. Daily Horoscope: October 5, 2026
A Leo Moon paired with Mars makes everyone impatient early, but a new Saturn-Mars trine turns big talk into progress.
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Venus Retrograde Is Coming, and These 4 Zodiac Signs Will Feel It the Most
An astrologer says Aries, Taurus, Libra, and Scorpio could feel this retrograde most strongly in love, money, and personal growth.
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This Laser-Equipped Robot Vacuum is Already Almost Half Off for October Prime Day
When we say these deals suck, we mean that in the best possible way.
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Getty Thousands of Men Are Using Chewables to Get Their Hair Back. Here’s How
Doesn’t get much easier than a chewable.
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Getty GLP-1s Can Cost Hundreds a Month. So Why Is This One Only $89?
The biggest GLP-1 brands can cost $300 or more a month. So when I saw treatment starting at $89, I wanted to know what was actually behind the price.
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The Mental Health Habit That Feels Like Self-Care but Is Actually Holding You Back
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The Infamous Dave Matthews Band Poop Incident, Explained
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2 Healthy Ways to Release Anger, According to a Therapist
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Did Julia Roberts Really Almost Play Harriet Tubman in a Movie?
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The Wildest Version of ‘The Crow’ Almost Starred Michael Jackson
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5 Signs Someone Might Be Lying to You, According to a Former FBI Agent
Faster blinking, dry mouth, stiff language, and sudden body-language shifts can be clues, but no single behavior proves someone is lying.
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HBO How Alanis Morissette Ended Up Kissing Carrie Bradshaw on ‘Sex and the City’
Morissette says she pitched Carrie Bradshaw having a lesbian moment, leading to one of the show’s most debated Season 3 storylines.
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Richard Nixon Hated This ‘All in the Family’ Episode So Much He Ranted About It on Tape
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How James Cameron Helped Guillermo del Toro Get His Kidnapped Father Back
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