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Broke, a online short film which powerfully explores the violent transition of identity for pro sports stars when their dreams (and what defines their lives) are ripped away, is a highly personal one for its filmmakers. Will Miller, the film’s writer and director, has experienced the pressures of top-flight soccer …

In the summer of 2020, cricket became the first international sporting event to be held during the pandemic, broadcast from a bio-secure venue at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton, England. Yet the live action, dramatic as it was for a world starved of sports, was not the sole defining moment. …

The posts come in each day—pleas of hope that someone, anyone, might know where missing people are. “We haven’t heard from them in weeks,” “the family is getting worried,” “their bodies may be badly burnt.” They’re from the residents of Lyman, Ukraine, who are using messaging platforms to find their …

When Ben Chipman first read through the contract for his summer internship position at LinkedIn, he made sure to pay close attention to one section in particular: social media policies. For Chipman, a senior at Duke University, it was important to ensure that taking the position wouldn’t restrict his budding …

A TikToker and former human resources worker’s video about what it’s like to work under a millennial-aged manager went viral and sparked a conversation about the generational gap in work flexibility attitudes. Karen (@stuffkarensays) posted a video Aug. 3 and acted out hypothetical worker statements and the responses she says …

A teacher said in a viral TikTok that she will receive only a $3,000 salary increase following the completion of a master’s degree, igniting discussion among commenters about fair wages. In a TikTok posted on July 25, Ms. Zak (@ms.zak) said her salary is expected to go from $53,000 to …

Few actors are as prolific as Nicolas Cage. The guy has been in so many wild movies that he can literally make a movie in which he plays himself. You could puzzle yourself into circles, is he always playing a form of himself in every role? Is Nic Cage himself …

Getting tested for STDs is a necessary part of regular sexual health. But it’s not always easy to get regular appointments with a medical professional. And who really wants their doctor to know how often they’re hooking up with new partners, anyway? Thankfully you can stay safe with a home …

A TikToker claims a man masturbated on an Amtrak next to a sleeping woman and children. She’s now encouraging viewers to stay vigilant against predators. User Mars (@bxbymars_) posted a video Saturday while aboard an Amtrak, showing a man leaving the train while passengers call for repercussions against him. In …

After a white TikToker posted a video of herself and a Black co-worker dancing, the creator said her co-worker was immediately fired for missing shifts, sparking a debate among commenters. Faith Riggs (@faithriggs5) posted a video Saturday of herself and her co-worker dancing together during a shift at The Art …

A TikTok video went viral after the creator said he lives in Supreme Court Associate Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s former house and is “gearing up to get hate crimed” in response to Friday’s Supreme Court ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade. Nick Kloska (@friednick) posted a video on Monday of …

A TikToker is calling on women who appeared on Jersey Shore to share their experiences now that the hit reality show has been off-air for nearly a decade. Her now-viral video sparked a conversation about what went on behind the scenes of the series. In a video posted Sunday, Nikki …

A labor and delivery nurse went viral on TikTok after sharing concerns for patients seeking medical abortions given the reversal of the constitutional right to abortion on Friday. Jillian Phillips (@jillian_rn4) posted a video Saturday, reacting to the news of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade in …

After a woman’s viral TikTok showed her mom kicking her out of her brother’s wedding, she said there’s no family animosity over the incident. Sophia Kim (@sophiainsydney) on Saturday posted the video, which showed a compilation of clips from her brother’s wedding in Croatia before she revealed in a voiceover …

A Hispanic man hired for trash removal is pressing charges against a customer after a viral video showed her throwing boxes at him and his colleagues and telling them to “get out of her country.” In a series of TikToks posted Thursday, user JC (@jcabuelo) shared an encounter with a …

A woman’s TikTok has gone viral after she said expired sunscreen burned her face. In a May 25 video, Morgan Vacala (@morganvacala) said she got a second-degree burn on her forehead after using expired sunscreen. The video, which had 5 million views by Tuesday, shows photos of Vacala’s progress healing …

A TikToker sparked a debate about whether it’s appropriate to share personal views during the job application process after he said an online job application asked for his stance on abortion. Kyle Rehl (@kylerehl) said in a May 30 video he was applying for a job online, and he was …

Settlers of Catan is one of the most prolific games for board game fans. It’s easy to learn and downright addictive to play. Players focus on growing their own resources, establishing trade, and fighting off invasion—the game has virtually endless variations on how you can grow your city. But the …

Meal prepping for one is notoriously difficult. Either we’re stuck eating the same thing all week or throwing out food because we couldn’t get to it in time. And on top of that, living alone often means a smaller kitchen space, so there’s less counter and cabinet space to work …

There are some events that just require an ice-cold beer. Whether it’s tailgating, an at-home project, or just a hot summer day that demands a frothy, hoppy beverage, sometimes a beer just hits the spot. But just because you’ve got a hankering for a beer doesn’t mean you have to …

Maduka Okoye is a burgeoning soccer star, having just played as Nigeria’s starting goalkeeper in the Africa Cup of Nations. With his Twitter audience at 87,600 followers and his Instagram seeing a 214.55% growth rate in less than four weeks, he’s become an international idol, too. But if this bloom …

There are all kinds of porn out there, but sometimes you just want some fun porn. You know, something silly. Porn where the people in it look like they’re having a really fun time. After all, if you can’t get silly when you’re naked, when can you be silly? Several …

After more than two years of variations of stay-at-home orders, coming up with the perfect at-home date ideas can seem very difficult. I mean, how do you make your home feel new and exciting? What can you do to build that special mood in an everyday locale? A great at-home …

Much like the holiday itself, Valentine’s Day porn means different things to different people. There’s a certain vibe surrounding the holiday, whether it’s sweet, spicy, or salty. But no matter your relationship status, Valentine’s Day is bound to bring on a certain kind of mood. You know… horniness. So what …

This year’s AVN award winners represent the best, the brightest, and the most bootylicious of the adult industry’s past year. The 39th annual “Oscars of Porn” was broadcasted digitally for the second year in a row due to COVID safety, but the hottest stars were still there. And lemme tell …

A version of this article was originally published at BoLS. When I’m sick or burnt out, it’s only a matter of time before I start a rewatch of a favorite show. This go-round it was Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I had only just made it to the “Xander’s a hyena” …

Who says fidget toys are just for kids? A great pro to being an adult is finding ways to upscale the things that brought us comfort as kids. These are the toys we wish we had growing up while we were spinning our pens or bouncing the desk of the …

Choosing an eco-friendly subscription box requires a bit of due diligence. Whether you’re new to going green or just looking to further reduce your carbon footprint, you recognize the value of your purchase doing the most good (or at least minimal harm). But you’re a busy little bee yourself! Let …

Transitioning to a green lifestyle can feel like a massive undertaking. What does eco-friendly mean? What is composting and what is biodegradable? How do you tell the difference? And how effective is recycling really? Words like ‘green’ and ‘eco-friendly’ are umbrella terms that can be slapped onto any label. No …

Tis the season to start unpacking the Christmas home decor! It’s always nice to add something to the collection of yearly holiday memorabilia, but decorating for style can be a little overwhelming. Fortunately, internet shopping can remove a lot of the overstimulating bits of Christmas decor shopping. Whether you need …