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Tech

The Toll to Drive Into Manhattan Should Be $100

10.09.17

By Aaron Gordon
We Asked Sober People To Show Us Their Drunkest Phone Note

05.31.17

By Samantha Howard
Sports

Why Isn’t Rugby Called ‘Football’?

04.06.15

By Karisa Maxwell
Sports

Minor League Baseball Wants to Speed Things Up

08.05.14

By Dan McQuade

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Gaming

Xbox Announces 12 New Game Pass Games Through 2027

Xbox Game Pass subscribers can look forward to 12 new games hitting the lineup throughout 2026 and beyond.

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By John Bonelli
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Music

Notable ‘Hamilton’ Actor Forgot the Words to the National Anthem During MLB Opening Day

Christopher Jackson originated the role of George Washington in the Broadway musical ‘Hamilton.’

2 hours ago

By Lauren Boisvert
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Life

I Was Told It Was ‘Just Stress’ for Seven Years. Turns Out, I’m Allergic to My Own Hormones.

I googled “hives before period” and “cyclical rash during luteal” and a host of other embarrassing internet searches.

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By Sammi Caramela
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Life

Everything We Know About the Highly Mutated New COVID Variant ‘Cicada’

What a joyous time of year. It’s that magical time when we gather round and unveil the year’s new COVID-19 variant.

3 hours ago

By Luis Prada
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Butt Facials Are Trending Again! Your Ass Has Never Been This High-Maintenance

From butt acne to “holecare,” people are giving their cheeks full skincare routines.

3 hours ago

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