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Picture by CJ @ weknowwhatyoudidlastnight The Rise and Fall of the ‘Hipster Music’ Era, 2000-2014: VICE’s Definitive Timeline
An epic odyssey through the early 2000s, from (what they now call) Indie Sleaze: Part I to Future Islands on Letterman, with (nearly) no Mumford & Sons in sight.
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Deborah Ann Woll reveals God of War Laufey was reportedly planned nearly a decade ago, making its rumored 2027 release seem more likely.
God of War Laufey Reportedly Planned Before God of War 2018 Released

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Murphy says Pryor dared him to make a joke-free album, then never paid after “Party All the Time” became a hit.
How Eddie Murphy’s Music Career Started With a $100,000 Bet Richard Pryor Never Paid

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Researchers say the paint absorbs more than 99.9% of visible light, creating a Vantablack-like effect that’s easier to apply.
Scientists Developed an Ultra-Black Car Paint That Absorbs 99.9% of Light and Looks Like a Hole in Reality

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A new survey found many young daters would exchange numbers at funerals or even go on a date with someone they met there.
Gen Z and Millennials Are Open to Finding Love at Funerals, New Survey Finds

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Peter Robbins was the voice of Charlie Brown, but his later life was marked by legal troubles, mental health struggles, and tragedy.
The Guy Who Voiced Charlie Brown Had a Dark Adulthood, and Once Tried to Have a Sheriff Killed

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Psychologists say authentic living starts with internal voices, expectations, and old rules that keep you performing instead of choosing.
Why ‘Just Be Yourself’ Is Terrible Advice, According to Psychology

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Doctors say changes in toe hair can sometimes signal circulation issues, especially when paired with coldness, numbness, or skin changes.
Why Doctors Say You Should Pay Attention to Your Toe Hair

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Life, Culture
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‘Dead Butt Syndrome’ Is Real, and If You Sit All Day, You Probably Have It
Experts say prolonged sitting can cause your glutes to weaken and “switch off,” contributing to back pain, poor mobility, and other health issues.
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The 5 Most Common Signs of ‘Manopause,’ According to Doctors
Experts say “manopause” can affect mood, sleep, energy, weight, and sexual health, though symptoms vary from person to person.
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Morning Breath Might Actually Improve Your Sex Life, Experts Say
Experts say the appeal has less to do with bad breath and more to do with vulnerability, trust, and seeing a partner at their most unfiltered.
MOTHERBOARD Tech
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Photo: Lazy_Bear / Getty Images The Strange Case of Elias Thorne, the Imaginary Man AI Chatbots Are Obsessed With
Elias Thorne is a weird quirk of the system, but also a symbol of just how hollow and deeply unoriginal chatbots can be.
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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.
NOISEY Music
WAYPOINT Gaming
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Screenshot: Wizards of the Coast Dungeons and Dragons – Play With Three Updated Villainous Subclasses Now
Dungeons and Dragons provides some exciting revisions to villainous options for the Druid, Fighter, and Sorcerer classes.
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Screenshot: Xbox Xbox Exclusives Get New Promotional Tag in the Xbox Store
Xbox seems to be pushing game exclusivity as a selling point with a new visual tag on the dashboard that can be seen on E-Day’s tile.
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Screenshot: Blue Lily PC Hand-Drawn 2D Survival Horror Game Announced for Consoles
An upcoming survival horror PC title is now coming to consoles as well, and PS5 and Nintendo Switch even get a physical edition.
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Credit: Walmart Get a Walmart+ Membership for Half the Price Right Now
You can get free next-day shipping on all your Walmart orders for the next year if you take advantage of this deal.
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Maha Haq for VICE Wyld’s Blood Orange 50mg CBD Drink Is Annoyingly Good for Something With Only 1g Sugar
CBD cheers to a daytime decompression drink.
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Signs advertising the Circle rewards program hang above registers at a Target Corp. store in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. Target Corp. is scheduled to release earnings figures on November 20. Photographer: Daniel Acker/Bloomberg via Getty Images Target Circle Deal Days: What You Need to Know (Plus, How It Compares to Amazon Prime Day)
Let Target and Amazon fight over your dollars this sales week.
Comedy
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50 Years Ago, ‘SNL’ Aired a Sketch So Controversial It Forced the Show’s First-Ever On-Air Apology
A 1976 sketch about Claudine Longet accidentally shooting people was not appreciated by the actress or her legal team
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What Happened the Night Rob Reiner Crossed Paths With John Gotti
The ‘Princess Bride’ director never forgot the chilling encounter he had with one of Gotti’s henchmen in Little Italy many years ago
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Photo: Bonnie Schiffman Photography / Getty Images Adam Sandler Got Permission to Clobber Children 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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Screenshot: Rockstar Games GTA 6 Price Reportedly Leaked and It’s As Expensive As Mario Kart World
A new retailer leak suggests GTA 6 could cost $80, matching Mario Kart World’s price. Here’s what we know ahead of pre-orders.
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Screenshot: QUByte Interactive 3 PS1 Games Are Re-Releasing on Modern Consoles in 2027
The recent Retrogames Showcase confirmed three PS1 era titles that are making their way to modern consoles in 2027.
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Scientists Finally Figured Out How a Venus Flytrap Slams Shut on Its Prey
New research suggests the plant’s trap works less like hydraulics and more like a spring-loaded system powered by rapid cell softening.
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How to Host an At-Home Wellness Retreat Without Spending Retreat Money
Experts say the key is creating a calming space, engaging your senses, and building in time for reflection and rest.
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A Woman With Alzheimer’s Spoke in Full Sentences After Taking Psilocybin, Case Study Says
Researchers caution it’s only one case, but the report raises questions about whether psilocybin could restore dormant brain functions.
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Introducing Maybelaterships, the Dating Trend That Might Be Worse Than a Situationship
Dating coaches say maybelaterships happen when someone dangles the possibility of commitment without actually offering it.
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Ozempic-Style Drugs May Weaken the Link Between Impulsivity and Violence, New Study Finds
A new study found that GLP-1 users showed weaker links between impulsivity, alcohol use, and violent behavior.
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4 Signs Your First Date Has Real Relationship Potential, According to a Psychologist
From respecting boundaries to showing genuine curiosity, these first-date behaviors may reveal someone with real long-term potential.





















