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'Returnal' Is a Gorgeous And Fun Sci-Fi Shooter, But an Awkward Roguelike
It feels incredibly good to shoot weird monsters in 'Returnal,' but over 10 hours, the game's loop doesn't hold up as well.
Patrick Klepek
4.29.21
mind

Filters That Invert Your Face Are Everywhere. Here’s Why It Looks So Weird
TikTok and Zoom allow us to reverse the mirror image we see in our selfie cameras, and it’s freaking everyone out.
Hannah Smothers
4.29.21
egypt

A Student Researching Abortion Laws Is Now In One of the World's Strictest Prisons
Vienna student Ahmed Samir Santawy was detained, blindfolded, beaten and charged with terror offences when he returned to Egypt. His partner is leading the campaign to free him.
Anna Koslerova
4.29.21
porn

People Tell Us Why Listening to Porn Is Way Hotter Than Watching It
Inside the world of audio porn, the mysterious and empowering erotica that has people all ears.
Koh Ewe
4.29.21
movies

How Extras Got Cut Out of the Hollywood Actors Union Drive
Today, background actors work in precarious conditions, without guaranteed hours or healthcare benefits, but there was once hope for a union.
Hannah Borenstein
4.29.21
Food

The Baker Growing Ancient Grains from Prehistoric Times
Low in gluten and high in protein, einkorn wheat is thought to have been one of the first cereals grown by mankind.
Andrea Strafile
4.29.21
sex and relationships

Megan Barton-Hanson On How to Handle Slut-Shaming
In her latest column for VICE UK, Megan reflects on her experiences with bullying and reclaiming the narrative around her sexuality.
Megan Barton-Hanson
4.29.21
china

Kindergarten Mass Stabbing Leaves 2 Dead in China
A number of school stabbings have led to concerns about children’s safety.
Viola Zhou
4.29.21
men

Hey Man: How to Flirt Without Getting Nervous
Plus: here's how to have sex after a lockdown dry spell.
Rhys Thomas
4.29.21
Film

The Guide to Films About Music, by Musicians
Ahead of their new album, Will Oldham and Matt Sweeney take us on a cinematic journey from Mississippi blues to LA hardcore to 'Dirty Dancing 2'.
Deeper Into Movies
4.29.21
Instagram

Those 'DM to Collab' Instagram Messages Are Probably a Scam
Has a mysterious account asked you to be their brand ambassador? Here's their actual game.
Anna Samson
4.29.21
Myanmar Press Freedom

The Secret Weapon for Myanmar’s Besieged Media? Women Journalists.
Covering the coup, they are redefining a stereotypically macho profession.
Jared Downing
4.29.21
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