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Crime

Serial Killer Elizabeth Wettlaufer Sentenced to Life in Prison For Murdering Eight People

The judge said Wettlaufer got a “euphoria” from killing.
Manisha Krishnan
6.26.17
Out Of This World

Citizens of Space ‘Nation’ Asgardia Are Already Violating Earthly Laws

The organization plans to launch a data-filled satellite later this year. Already, some of its 'citizens' are uploading copyrighted files to the satellite's website.
Mark Harris
6.26.17
Features

"Mobb Deep's Influence is Undeniable:" A-Trak Remembers Prodigy

The Fool's Gold founder discusses working with the late rapper and the New York duo's impact on hip-hop.
Max Mertens
6.26.17
Health Care Bill

A bunch of Senate Republicans are still mad about the GOP health bill

Noah Kulwin
6.26.17
musician

This Artist Went from Working at IHOP to Performing With Chance the Rapper

In the months since Tank and the Bangas won NPR's Tiny Desk Contest, lead vocalist Tarriona "Tank" Ball has skyrocketed into fame and sold out a nationwide tour. Throughout the process, Ball has remained true to her New Orleans roots.
Leila Ettachfini
6.26.17
Year 2050

Why Surfers Should Worry About Climate Change

By 2050, surf spots around the world will have been impacted by rising seas.
Mike Pearl
6.26.17
Otome

Learn to Love Otome Games Through These Essential Titles

There’s a lot more to the “loved-up” side to visual novels than dating sims starring anime boys.
Jennifer Allen
6.26.17
Puerto Rico

I Searched for the Last Great Piña Colada in Puerto Rico

San Juan, Puerto Rico is the birthplace of the beloved coconutty, rummy creation known as the piña colada. But what's less clear is who came up with it—or if any locals still drink it.
Alicia Kennedy
6.26.17
Features

Embracing Hangovers is the Most Adult Decision You’ll Ever Make

You won't be young forever so accept the three hangover cures that actually work.
Josh Baines
6.26.17
Short Dogs

Minor League Baseball Gives Us The Corgi Races We Need

Before the West Michigan Whitecaps faced the Lansing Lugnuts, 38 short, wiggly, well-intentioned, generally dopey dogs faced off in a series of races. Thank goodness.
David Roth
6.26.17
Formula 1

Lance Stroll's F1 Podium Race Is a Big Middle Finger to Jacques Villeneuve

Weeks after Villeneuve said Stroll is having one of the worst rookie seasons in Formula 1 history, the 18-year-old had the best race of his career.
Kyle Cantlon
6.26.17
Science

People Are Insufferable When It's Hot Out, Science Confirms

A new study has found that people in hot environments are less likely to be helpful or friendly, so we asked New Yorkers how summer heat affects their behaviors.
Linda Yang
6.26.17
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