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Young Indians Are Killing Themselves for Not Being Allowed to Play PUBG
In the most recent case, a 17-year-old died by suicide after his mother scolded him for not paying attention to his studies and took away his phone.
Kevin Hart's Netflix Special Is Going to Get Him Canceled... Again
In 'Kevin Hart: Irresponsible,' he jokes about his screwups and how hard it is to apologize, giving a world of context for his Oscars debacle.
Actually, Slicing Bagels Like Bread Is Good
As a St. Louis native, I urge you to think twice before jumping on the hate train.
'He Was a Sexual Predator' Says Director of New Michael Jackson Doc
Dan Reed, director of 'Leaving Neverland,' spoke to us about his new film, which details allegations of sexual misconduct against the king of pop.
Perumal Murugan’s Book 'One Part Woman' Is Chicken Soup for the Erotic Soul
This controversial book—back in the limelight with two sequels—made the Hindu nationalists, and eventually even me, blush.
Chick-Fil-A Barred From Opening on NJ College Campus Over Anti-LGBT History
Students initially voted in favor of bringing the chain to campus, but administrators took it out of the running.
NBC Is No Hero for Firing Megyn Kelly
It might have been bad ratings, not the blackface controversy, that got her kicked off the network.
The Lasting Legacy of Hollywood’s Recent Casting Controversies
For years the industry has been accused of whitewashing roles in its films. Here’s a timeline of the recent offenders.
Surprise Surprise, Your Ironic Hero Shannon Noll Is a Gronk
The singer went on a vile and misogynistic rant at a show. Are you really that shocked?
To Fight Racism Within Museums, They Need to Stop Acting Like They're Neutral
The art world is full of the longstanding, racist histories that have affirmed white supremacy.
Are Scallops Actually Vegan?
When it comes to bivalves, the line between plant and animal is unclear.
Sweet Jesus Ice Cream Shop Says It Won't Be Changing Its 'Blasphemous' Name
Some complaints from conservative Christians allege that the shop tops each Commandment-defying cone with a dash of Satanism.