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The Black Female Experience, in GIFs

‘My Black Ass’ looks crass at first, but then artist Tschabalala Self explains the femme format.
Antwaun Sargent
8.19.16
News

​A Burkini Ban Won’t Be Coming to Quebec

Of course, at least one Quebec politician has floated the idea.
Tamara Khandaker
8.19.16
Music

The Iconic Drag Queen Behind Frank Ocean's 'Endless'

Frank Ocean's sampling of ballroom queen Crystal LaBeija pays direct homage to a figure integral to the nightlife culture of the LGBTQ community of color.
Mikelle Street
8.19.16
Deus Ex

'Deus Ex' Is Back (Again), but the Formula Is Growing Stale

It's been five years since Deus Ex was brought back from the dead, but a new sequel suggests change is in order.
Patrick Klepek
8.19.16
americas

Bizarre Brazilian law helps US gold medalist avoid prosecution

The law allowing Jimmy Feigen to give a $10k donation and avoid being prosecuted for lying about being robbed in Rio alongside Ryan Lochte, is just one piece of Brazilian legislation that raises eyebrows.
Alan Hernandez
8.19.16
FIGHTLAND

Judo Gold Medalist Kayla Harrison Is Ambivalent About a Future in MMA (and We Don't Blame Her)

While the rest of the world wants her to be the next Ronda Rousey, she's still pretty busy being the first Kayla Harrison.
Sarah Kurchak
8.19.16
nba

Russell Westbrook Ecstatically Raps, Lives "Now I Do What I Want"

Indeed he does. After all, Westbrook now has OKC's front office and bench bending to his will.
Liam Daniel Pierce
8.19.16
Frank Ocean

What's Up With This Techno Song About Smartphones on Frank Ocean’s New Album?

There’s a surprising amount to be learned about the reclusive songwriter from an art photographer’s synth tracks.
Colin Joyce
8.19.16
NHL

Down Goes Brown's Grab Bag: All the Times Wayne Gretzky Got Hit

Plus more about ads on hockey jerseys (the World Cup ones aren't all that bad), and why hockey should get additional Olympic events, like a 3-on-3 tournament.
Sean McIndoe
8.19.16
Comics!

Lucy the Confused Girl Goes Shopping in Today's Comic by Akvile Magicdust

Lucy, her tiger friend, and her alien decide to go buy cool clothes.
Akvile Magicdust
8.19.16
thump news

This Guy is Helping Underprivileged Kids Find a Creative Outlet in Music

Sonic Arts For All! founder Max Alper is empowering students through digital technology.
Krystal Rodriguez
8.19.16
2016 election

Trump’s Campaign Just Lost the One Guy Who Tried to Stop the Taco Bowl Tweet

Paul Manafort, who resigned as Donald Trump's campaign manager today, was the only person wise enough to tell Trump not to publish his infamous Cinco de Mayo taco bowl tweet.
Wyatt Marshall
8.19.16
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