The world of professional wrestling is built on spectacle. It’s a theatrical art form of larger-than-life characters, flamboyant costumes, fierce rivalries and choreographed showdowns. But to a generation of viewers, the sport’s greatest lesson was taught not in a packed arena but on a television screen featuring a trio of...
Here’s a shocking confession from a fashion article: I don’t want you to notice what I’m wearing. Unless, of course, you’re also into anime— then by all means, please say something. I’m a nerd, and I’m not hiding that. But beyond that, if my outfit catches your attention, I’ve failed...
The athlete stands on the podium. A medal is placed around their neck. The cameras flash but no national flag rises, no anthem plays. This is the new reality of the “Individual Neutral Athlete,” a designation that has become a defining and divisive feature of international competition. While born from...
Major U.S. airlines have suspended employees following social media posts about the deadly shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. The posts, which appeared to mock or celebrate Kirk’s death, have gone viral and caused outrage online, encouraging fast disciplinary action from the airlines involved. Delta Air Lines confirmed the suspension...
The tragic death of the Ukrainian refugee whose life was cut short by a violent act, is a stark and painful reminder of a pervasive failure within the United States (US) justice system. While the news headlines focus on the immediate tragedy, the full story reveals a deeper systemic problem:...
The digital mountain of unplayed video games sits dormant for many players, a monument to ambition and impulse. On platforms like Steam, PlayStation and Xbox, millions of gamers have accumulated massive backlogs — vast libraries of titles purchased during sales or at launch, only to be left untouched. This phenomenon...
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