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Inside Russia’s ‘Kafka-esque’ Mass Kidnapping Scheme

By Allison Quinn

A deranged “filtration” system gives Ukrainian civilians—including young children—the illusion of choice but, in reality, they are being kidnapped en masse by the Russian state.

Netflix’s ‘The Sandman’ Is One Terribly Boring Fantasy Show

By Nick Schager

Neil Gaiman’s adaptation of his celebrated graphic novel series stars Tom Sturridge as a god-like being out for revenge. It’s a shame that his character is so dull.

Laura Loomer Drags Opponent for His Age—in Elderly District

By Will Sommer

“We don’t need members of Congress who are walking around wearing Life Alert necklaces, too sick to vote,” Loomer said about the congressman who currently represents The Villages.

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How Honest Will Harry’s Memoir Be About His ‘Wild Years’?

By Tom Sykes

One old friend of Harry’s says, “If he doesn’t go into those wild years in some detail, the book will just come over as a massive whitewash—at least to those who knew him.”

Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Katy Perry Chose Chaos This Week

By Kevin Fallon

Beyoncé: Music thief! Taylor Swift: Climate criminal! Katy Perry: Assault with a cheesy weapon! Getting to the bottom of an unusually messy week for our favorite divas.

If Dems Fought an All-Out Culture War, They’d Win

By Wajahat Ali

Republicans are the ones attacking our cultures and freedoms, and it is time for Democrats to fight back aggressively.

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‘FBoy Island’ Shocker: Tamaris Explains Her Finale Decision

By Laura Bradley

The reformed FGirl with pastel hair and an impeccable FBoy detector breaks down her finale choice, where she and her guys stand now, and what Tom’s like in person. (Spoilers!)

I Learned the Hard Way How Barbaric American Health Care Is

By Deborah Copaken

A recent COVID infection robbed me of my hearing, and even with decent health insurance, there’s no hope in sight… or sound.

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Twitter Delivers New Legal Smackdown in Elon Musk Feud

By Noah Kirsch, Emily Shugerman

Attorneys for the social media giant rejected Musk’s “excuses” for trying to wriggle out of his $44 billion buyout agreement.

Beyoncé Finally Embraced Being Fairy Godmother to the Gays

By Shaan Sachdev

Beyoncé’s queer fans have been singing her songs for 25 years. On “Renaissance,” she’s finally singing back.

Alex Jones Goes Off on His ‘Damn Lawyers’ for Screwing Him

By Matt Wilstein

The conspiracy theorist went on a rant against his own lawyers on Thursday for “accidentally” sending damning text messages to the prosecution.

Dems Say Kansas Abortion Vote Is Proof They’re Not Screwed

By Sam Brodey, Ursula Perano

The surprising backlash to a Kansas proposal to outlaw abortion was just the thing Democrats needed to see a new glimmer of hope in the midterms.

Rebecca Hall Is Today’s Most Underappreciated Actress

By Chris Feil

The actress’ work in the film “Resurrection” is jaw-dropping, the latest in a series of stunning performances that deserve much more recognition. (Attention: Academy voters!)

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