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All images by Dean Kissick How to Escape the 21st Century: Adam Curtis Talks to Dean Kissick
The planet’s most beguiling documentary maker and the world’s least boring art critic discuss the future of everything you ought to care about.
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Stress levels, past experiences, and individual neurological sensitivity all likely influence the condition.
One Woman’s ‘Sad Nipple Syndrome’ Experience Caused Thousands to Admit They Have the Same Condition
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People who experience it describe it as an addiction, a compulsion that they can’t help but continuously dive back into.
The Little-Known Condition That Traps People in Their Own Imaginations
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This sounds like the plot of a low-budget horror movie.
An Unusually Clever Bear Is Currently Winning a Battle Against Humans in Japan
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Father’s Day is coming up, and if you need an idea on what to get dear ol’ dad, you may consider the new Foo Fighters album on vinyl.
Father’s Day Vinyl: 5 Albums Dad Probably Doesn’t Have (But Definitely Wants)
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It’s at least better than staying home and doomscrolling alone.
Gen Z Is Dating People They’re Not Attracted to On Purpose. Psychologists Have Thoughts.
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Don’t risk a day and night on the toilet, just toss it.
4 Signs Your Leftovers Should Be Thrown in the Trash Immediately, According to Science
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These albums sound just as good today as they did in their prime, with many highly underrated tracks that deserve more love.
3 Albums From 1985 That Still Live Up to the Hype
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If you’re sitting in a bar, and someone plays “Ice Ice Baby” by Vanilla Ice, you would be well within your rights to call the police.
5 More Songs You Should Never Play on The Bar TouchTunes
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The new Muppets ride at Disney in Orlando replaced the Aerosmith ride and features cover songs like Blur’s 90s classic tune, ‘Song 2’.
Disney World Just Traded in Aerosmith for the Muppets Covering an Iconic 90s Rock Song, and I’m Buying My Tickets Now
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Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images AI-Powered Teddy Bears for Kids Are Here, and Experts Say They Could Do More Harm Than Good
Ethicists warn that always-on, sycophantic AI companions could quietly replace real-world social learning with engineered attention loops.
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Woman Claims Neighbors Built 10-Foot ‘Poop Walls’ Around Her Home, and Now She Can’t Sell It
What began as rural life in New South Wales allegedly spiraled into earthen barricades, manure dumping, and ongoing intimidation.
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What Is ‘Spoiled Pig Syndrome’? The Weird Relationship Pattern Experts Say Is Quietly Ruining Modern Dating.
From constant pampering to entitled behavior, psychologists say this dynamic turns affection into a pressure cooker nobody signed up for.
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Photo: imaginima / Getty Images Scientists Created the Optimal Robot, and You’ll Never Guess What It Looks Like
It’s not creepy at all.
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The AI Boom Is Taking Over the U.S. Power Grid, and This Map Shows Where It’s Happening
A new map shows how thousands of data centers are spreading across the country and putting more pressure on the grid.
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Photo by Paul Natkin/WireImage On This Day in 1996, The Fugees Soared to #1 With a Song That ‘Exposed’ a New Generation to a Classic (And Almost Featured Competely Different Lyrics)
The Fugees released ‘Killing Me Softly’ in 1996, but if the original songwriters had not stepped in, it would have had different lyrics.
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(Photo by Michael Walters – PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images) 27 Years Ago, This Band’s Much Improved Comeback Divided Critics Over Lack of Trademark Funk
Californication revitalized the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ career, but a few critics scrutinized the lack of funk.
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Screenshot: Sabotage Studios/Nintendo 2023 Hit RPG Gets One Final Update and A Switch 2 Port
An award-winning retro-inspired RPG from 2023 is releasing its final game update as the team transitions to work on a new project.
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Screenshot: Digital Eclipse and Atari Bundle of 16 Retro Games from the 90s and Early 2000s Is Coming To Nintendo Switch and PS5
A massive 16-game retro collection from Atari is bringing a library of 90s classics and a brand-new title to Nintendo Switch and PS5.
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Screenshot: Arkane Arkane Studios Responds to Blade Cancellation Speculation
Marvel’s Blade didn’t appear at the Xbox Games Showcase, but one Arkane Studios team member is offering reassure to worried fans.
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Illustration by Reesa. Daily Horoscope: June 9, 2026
Venus conjuncts Jupiter today, making this one of the warmer, more generous days of the month. Let yourself actually feel it for once.
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This Garmin Epix Pro Smart Watch (For Fitness and Outdoorsy People) Is $550 Off Right Now
Runners, cyclists, and hikers rejoice. The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) is 50% off.
Comedy
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Rob Reiner Thought a Mafia Henchman Was Threatening to Kill Him, but He Was Just Quoting ‘The Princess Bride’
The director recalled an extremely tense Little Italy encounter that turned out to be a very aggressive movie compliment
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Photo: Bonnie Schiffman Photography / Getty Images Adam Sandler Got Permission to Actually Clobber Kids for This Beloved Comedy: ‘Hurting Kids Is Funny’
He promised he wouldn’t do it anymore and proceeded to continue nailing the kids anyway once the cameras started rolling
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Photo: Bettmann / Getty Images 56 Years Ago, Domestic Terrorists Accidentally Blew Up Dustin Hoffman’s House
Good thing he wasn’t home
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Screenshot: Nintendo Nintendo Direct June 9th Start Times – Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake Rumors Grow
Nintendo Direct airs June 9 at 7 AM PT. Here are the global start times, how to watch, and the biggest Nintendo Switch 2 game predictions.
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Activision New Rumors Suggests Fan-Favorite 2003 Game Is Finally Getting a Remake
Nostalgic gaming fans may still have hope for this 2003 classic to return according to the latest industry insider rumors.
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Screenshot: Atlus Persona 6 Story Details Revealed by Xbox
Xbox has revealed the first Persona 6 story details, teasing urban legends, occult incidents, and a darker mystery in modern-day Japan.
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This Iconic Rock Star Keeps Turning Down ‘The Simpsons,’ So the Show Keeps Rewriting His Parts for Other Celebrities
The legendary singer-songwriter has reportedly declined offers to be on the show at least six times over the years
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Dan Aykroyd in 'Trading Places.' 43 Years Ago, Dan Aykroyd Filmed a Scene That Became One of Comedy’s Most Controversial Moments Ever
A number of scenes from 1983’s ‘Trading Places’ have been called into question in recent years, including one that Aykroyd says he probably couldn’t get away with now
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Screenshot: Shift Up Shift Up Defends Stellar Blade New Heroine Design After Backlash
Shift Up explains why Stellar Blade Blood Rain protagonist Evie was intentionally designed to look younger following fan criticism.
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16 Years Ago, ‘Cop Out’ Sparked One of Hollywood’s Weirdest Feuds Between Kevin Smith and Bruce Willis
Smith called out Willis publicly for his behavior on the set of ‘Cop Out,’ but later apologized after the ‘Die Hard’ star was diagnosed with aphasia in 2022
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Screenshot: Embark Studios ARC Raiders How To Complete Weekly Trials (June 1-June 7)
ARC Raiders players can master this week’s trials by learning how to maximize grenade damage and where to find the most ARC probes.
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Introducing DIY Dating, the Crazy New Dating Trend That’s Replacing Expensive Dinner Dates
Dating coaches say creative, low-cost activities help couples build stronger connections while avoiding the pressure of first dates.