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“I Didn’t Know This And Now I Feel Stupid”: 24 Pieces Of Knowledge That Were Supposed To Be Common

We grow up in different circumstances, and it's impossible for everyone to develop the same worldview. Still, for society to function, we expect certain stuff to be universally understood — fundamental facts that people can agree on and rely on. But that isn't always the case. As this online discussion ...

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“I Didn’t Know This And Now I Feel Stupid”: 24 Pieces Of Knowledge That Were Supposed To Be Common

Buzzfeed

Make A '70s Playlist And We'll Guess Your Favorite Dessert

Get ready to get groovy! View Entire Post ›

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Make A '70s Playlist And We'll Guess Your Favorite Dessert

Gizmodo

How the Mask Made Adam Driver Take on Kylo Ren (Exclusive)

10 years after the 'Star Wars' sequel trilogy began in 'The Force Awakens', Adam Driver looks back in a special excerpt from a special anniversary issue of 'Star Wars Insider'.

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How the Mask Made Adam Driver Take on Kylo Ren (Exclusive)

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Army Maj. Blaine McGraw Victims Are Coming Forward — And It Could Be Thousands

Dozens of women accuse Army Maj. Blaine McGraw of sexual assault at Fort Hood. Here’s what victims allege and what the investigation has uncovered.

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Army Maj. Blaine McGraw Victims Are Coming Forward — And It Could Be Thousands

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We Finally Know the Birthplace of the Mars-Sized Rock That Spawned Our Moon

Earth and the planetary object that gave rise to the Moon were likely born in the same region of the solar system.

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We Finally Know the Birthplace of the Mars-Sized Rock That Spawned Our Moon

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“I Was Horrified”: 31 Surgeons And Doctors Recall Their Worst Mistakes

Mistakes happen all the time, including on the job, but some professions are a little less lenient about really bad slip-ups. Medical professionals from around the internet share stories from the time they did something wrong on the job, from misreading labels to comedic miscommunications.

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“I Was Horrified”: 31 Surgeons And Doctors Recall Their Worst Mistakes

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44 Hilarious “My Steak Is Too Juicy And My Lobster Is Too Buttery” Moments People Actually Complained About

If a restaurant slipped a few free cookies into your bag or your wallet was stuffed so full of cash it barely closed, you wouldn’t expect either to be a source of stress. And yet, with the right backstory, they absolutely can be. On Reddit, people shared their own versions of these fancy-but-frustrating ...

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44 Hilarious “My Steak Is Too Juicy And My Lobster Is Too Buttery” Moments People Actually Complained About

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Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Is Dealing With Legal Issues — Maybe Her Lawyer Husband Can Help

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick is definitely doing to need support from her husband of eight years after she was indicted on various fraud charges.

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Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Is Dealing With Legal Issues — Maybe Her Lawyer Husband Can Help

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Alison Sudol Reflects on the "Tangled" End of Her Relationship Timeline With David Harbour

Alison Sudol reflects on the tangled ending of her relationship timeline with David Harbour with surprising support from Lily Allen.

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Alison Sudol Reflects on the "Tangled" End of Her Relationship Timeline With David Harbour

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Inside Influencer Whistlindiesel's Net Worth and How He Makes Money on Social Media

Whistlindiesel has amassed a reportedly large net worth thanks to his frequent YouTube videos and ad revenue, and he has millions of followers.

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Inside Influencer Whistlindiesel's Net Worth and How He Makes Money on Social Media

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Former House GOP Aide Natalie Greene Charged With Allegedly Faking Her Own Violent Political Assault

Former House aide Natalie Greene faked an attack where she was found zip-tied in a New Jersey nature preserve with cuts and Sharpie on her body.

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Former House GOP Aide Natalie Greene Charged With Allegedly Faking Her Own Violent Political Assault

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Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s Net Worth Has Been Questioned Multiple Times

Find out what Rep. Sheila Cherflus-McCormick's net worth is. The congresswoman was indicted on money laundering charges in November 2025.

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Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s Net Worth Has Been Questioned Multiple Times

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"Disgusting": 5 Disney Films That Sparked Outrage In 2025

In 2025, it seems that whatever Disney does, someone is furious, and the films caught in the middle are paying the price.

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"Disgusting": 5 Disney Films That Sparked Outrage In 2025

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In Pixar's 'Hoppers', the Animal World Wants War

Meryl Streep and many others join the voice cast of Pixar's next film, out on March 6, 2026.

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In Pixar's 'Hoppers', the Animal World Wants War

Mashable

iOS 26.2 will remove one feature in parts of the world

Apple Watches and iPhones won't be able to share WiFi data with each other in Europe like they do in other places.

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iOS 26.2 will remove one feature in parts of the world

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33 Gifts For Anyone With An Affinity For The Finer Things In Life

Because they've got good taste, and you've got good taste too. View Entire Post ›

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33 Gifts For Anyone With An Affinity For The Finer Things In Life

Mashable

YouTube tests direct messaging. Heres how it works.

YouTube is currently testing out a direct messaging feature on the platform, which the company previously removed years ago.

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YouTube tests direct messaging. Heres how it works.

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49 Stunning Animal Photos That Might Brighten Your Day

The reFocus Awards celebrate photography from around the world. Among the many stunning images they share, we’ve chosen to highlight their animal photos, which show the beauty and diversity of life.

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49 Stunning Animal Photos That Might Brighten Your Day

Gizmodo

The New 'Return to Silent Hill' Trailer Invites You to Face Your Inner Demons

'You Live Here Now' will become a reality when 'Return to Silent Hill' hits theaters in January.

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The New 'Return to Silent Hill' Trailer Invites You to Face Your Inner Demons

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CDC Website Now Boosts Debunked Link Between Vaccines and Autism

"This represents a new and devastating turn by the CDC."

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CDC Website Now Boosts Debunked Link Between Vaccines and Autism

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Google Launches Updated Image Generation Model Nano Banana Pro, Free to Try

Google says it has made significant strides in identifying AI-generated images, as well.

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Google Launches Updated Image Generation Model Nano Banana Pro, Free to Try

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Half-Life 3 announcement: Why people think its happening

After nearly 20 years of waiting, the internet seems to believe 'Half-Life 3' is coming soon.

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Half-Life 3 announcement: Why people think its happening

The Poke

This school pupil's A++ note after a car was damaged by their bus driver in a 'hit and run' just gets better and better

Here's a rather fabulous thing that has just gone viral on Reddit and very possibly not for the first time either. It's a note left by a school pupil for the driver of a car that was reportedly hit by the driver of their school bus, and it just gets better and better. 'A 6th [...] The post This school ...

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This school pupil's A++ note after a car was damaged by their bus driver in a 'hit and run' just gets better and better

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Googles Pluribus Easter egg is a little too good

Try typing "Pluribus" into Google. It's freaky.

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Googles Pluribus Easter egg is a little too good

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The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping teaser has arrived

The story of young Haymitch comes to theaters in 2026, starring Joseph Zada and directed by Francis Lawrence.

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The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping teaser has arrived

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Charli XCX shines in trailer for A24 music industry satire The Moment

A24 has released 'The Moment' trailer starring Charli XCX, from writer/director Aidan Zamiri.

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Charli XCX shines in trailer for A24 music industry satire The Moment

The Poke

People have been sharing the things they’ve been hunting for on the internet but cannot find – 17 long lost online treasures

There’s a commonly held belief that once something is on the internet, it’s there forever. But is this actually true? According to the replies to a question set by Former-Brief9292, apparently not. They wanted to hear about the things that r/AskReddit users have been hunting down online for years ...

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People have been sharing the things they’ve been hunting for on the internet but cannot find – 17 long lost online treasures

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People have been sharing the one thing they wish they had more of besides time and money – 17 luxuries in short supply

By their very nature, people are greedy. No sooner have they got what they want then they start demanding more. This isn’t limited to flashy cars or big houses though. In fact, people seem to be lacking in some of the most basic of life’s necessities. To find out what people want an excess of [...] ...

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People have been sharing the one thing they wish they had more of besides time and money – 17 luxuries in short supply

Buzzfeed

29 Tiny Gifts To Give Yourself When You Want A Little Burst Of Dopamine

Mood-boosting treasures, like Sanrio press-on nails, a cat-shaped mug warmer, and the perfect bumper sticker for bad drivers. View Entire Post ›

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29 Tiny Gifts To Give Yourself When You Want A Little Burst Of Dopamine

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'What's been irrevocably harmed because of how it’s portrayed in the media?' – 18 things that have been forever hurt ...

We all know that films and TV shows like to portray a heightened sense of reality for dramatic effect, but it turns out this has unfortunate consequences. All of this over the top media seems to have changed people’s perceptions of certain topics for the worse. And we know this because Exhausted_Skeleton ...

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'What's been irrevocably harmed because of how it’s portrayed in the media?' – 18 things that have been forever hurt ...

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'What’s a ‘progressive’ idea that’s actually regressive when applied? – 17 well-meaning behaviours that are surprisingly ...

It’s said that the long arc of history bends towards justice, however it seems to be taking a few detours along the way. And it’s not just mean-spirited people disturbing this trajectory. Even pleasant, well-meaning types are taking society back a few steps if the research of nealie_20 is anything ...

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'What’s a ‘progressive’ idea that’s actually regressive when applied? – 17 well-meaning behaviours that are surprisingly ...

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'What's the girl code you won't break ever?' – 21 ways women will always have each other's backs

If you ever set foot inside a women's bathroom on a night out, you'll know it will be full of ladies who have never met each other acting like they've always been BFFs. And while this blanket affection for each other may be enhanced by alcohol, there is a general sense that women will look [...] The ...

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'What's the girl code you won't break ever?' – 21 ways women will always have each other's backs

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54 Gifts That’ll Have Everyone Asking, “Where Did You Find That?”

Your superb gift-giving skills will be the topic of discussion at holiday parties. View Entire Post ›

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54 Gifts That’ll Have Everyone Asking, “Where Did You Find That?”

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People Just Had To Take Screenshots Of These 52 Online Posts That Display Stupidity At Its Finest (New Pics)

It’s great if you’re confident, but too much of a good thing can be toxic. When someone doesn’t bother to question whether they’re right or wrong, they can start spreading complete nonsense. And we should all know by now that opinions aren’t the same as facts. Tell that to a narcissist, though! ...

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People Just Had To Take Screenshots Of These 52 Online Posts That Display Stupidity At Its Finest (New Pics)

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31 Unexpected Gifts That'll Put Santa To Shame

These picks are so good they’ll have Santa rethinking his whole operation. View Entire Post ›

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31 Unexpected Gifts That'll Put Santa To Shame