W e’re in serious trouble. That’s the message I saw written in the ashes of Los Angeles. And by “we,” I mean every human on this planet, rich or poor, young or old, Black or white or brown. In L.A., an $83 million house with 18 bedrooms and six bathrooms …
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When Brynne Weaver first released her novel Butcher & Blackbird, she was on a fact finding mission in the self-publishing world. The author had started with fantasy, then moved into paranormal, and then contemporary dark romance— all with the express purpose of laying the groundwork for her eventual big hit. …
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A big game in the Big Easy calls for big commercials, and this year’s roster delivered. From the snack brands (Lay’s and Taco Bell) to the streamers (Disney+), and a generous sprinkling of Matthew McConaugheys thrown in for good measure, here’s our annual rundown of the cream of the crop …
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Kelsey McKinney might be one of the most famous names in the gossip game. As the creator and former host of Defector’s hit podcast Normal Gossip, she’s covered a wide breadth of the most mundane to riotous recollections in the podcast, which takes niche gossip — like a midnight community …
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Yet another Super Bowl is upon us, which means it is time to discuss, in an incessant loop, the Greatest NFL Teams of All Time. Specifically, as the Kansas City Chiefs shoot for their third straight championship, we must analyze the meaning of their dynasty. Debate where they stand in …
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There is always, locals say, something going on in New Orleans. This weekend, it’s the Super Bowl. For the 11th time, the Big Easy will play host to the Big Game, adding another chapter in a long legacy of on-field drama and off-field debauchery. New Orleans hosted its first Super …
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Netflix’s new scripted series Apple Cider Vinegar stars Katilyn Dever (Booksmart) as Belle Gibson, an Australian cancer survivor who turns her story — and health-conscious recipes — into an online wellness empire. It’s a glittery, social media-studded addition to the streaming services’ breadth of scammer stories, like Inventing Anna and …
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Miles and his wife applied for passports in December. Eleven days later, his wife, a cis woman, received her new passport in the mail but Miles, a trans man, didn’t. His passport application status is currently “on hold,” and he says the last time he called to ask about it, …
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Super Bowl LIX should be a memorable one. The Kansas City Chiefs have a shot to be the first team in NFL history to win three Super Bowls in a row, while the Philadelphia Eagles, led by star running back Saquon Barkley, are hungry for revenge after losing to the …
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Mandy Moen’s children didn’t get Christmas presents this year, but their family tried to make the best of the situation. They fastened a long string of beads to the wall in the shape of a Douglas fir, and thumbtacked ornaments to the living room drywall, including a miniature plastic TV …
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