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The Reddit Forum Devoted to Rare and Obsolete Drugs
Over 17,000 people have joined r/ObscureDrugs, where aficionados show off their collections of vintage opioids, psychedelics and more.
'Fetish Miners' Are Targeting Underage YouTube Creators
“People are getting off on the idea that these people are fulfilling requests unknowingly. That is what makes it so exploitative and scary.”
Fact-Checking the Meme: What Our Parents Were Actually Doing at 29
"At 29? I was out every weekend, drinking and smoking."
The Addison Rae UFC Controversy Is a Big, Dumb Misunderstanding
Contrary to what a million angry tweets would have you believe, the UFC never hired Rae, a source close to the organization told VICE.
The Hosts of 'The Receipts Podcast' On Being 21st Century Agony Aunts
Ahead of the release of their first book, I spoke to the three podcast hosts about sex, careers and dealing with strangers' problems.
How the Cry-Laughing Face Became the Most Divisive Emoji in History
It's been a decade since the "face with tears of joy" was added to smartphones. A lot has happened to it since then.
The 'Talent Agencies' Hustling Wannabe Influencers
If they're asking you to pay, it's best to stay away.
A Cultural Evolution of 'Shrek', from Blockbuster Hit to Historic Meme
On the 20th anniversary of the original film, mega-fans, academics and 'Shreksperts' weigh in on its even more curious existence online.
Is Your Sex Life Dead? There's a Subreddit For That
Over 300,000 people have joined r/DeadBedrooms seeking advice and support for their sexless relationships.
Being Cheugy Has Come for Me – and It'll Come for You Too
What the newest online buzzword tells us about ageing, the internet, and ageing on the internet.
True Stories from the Children of Internet-Famous Parents
"There were all these comments saying how much they loved my dad, and how he’s ‘their dad’ now."
How the ‘National Rape Day’ Hoax Went Viral On TikTok
A controversial video apparently called for widespread sexual violence on the 24th of April. The problem? It didn't exist.