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What is the most NSFW thing you have seen at your job?

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Should people who "camp" in the left lane of a highway be pulled over and fined just as much as speeders? Why or why not?

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People 40+, what actually mattered in the long run and what didn’t?

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People who married someone they weren’t sexually compatible with — how did it turn out?

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What is a "point of no return" in a relationship that isn't cheating or abuse, but makes you realize it's over?

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What’s the closest you’ve ever come to dying?

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If you were given $1,000,000 in cash right now, what is the very first thing you would buy or do?

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Dare check your Linkedin Connection on EpsteIn?

New open-source tool called EpsteIn (Epstein + LinkedIn) lets you check ifany of your LI connections appear in the publicly released documents. (GitHub link) https://github.com/cfinke/EpsteIn ⭐⭐⭐ 496 stars Ψ 28 forks alreadyDare check your Linkedin Connection?

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'Stop the games': Hillary Clinton demands public hearing in Epstein probe

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is demanding a public hearing for her testimony in the House Oversight Committee's Epstein probe. The Clintons agreed to testify after initially refusing, facing a potential contempt vote. They have not been accused of wrongdoing and claim no knowledge related to the investigation.

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18d

Trump Shares Post Depicting Obamas As Apes

Trump's Truth Social account posted a video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, sparking backlash. The video, primarily about voting machines, ends with a racist image of the Obamas, drawing condemnation from public figures and political leaders. The White House dismissed the criticism, but the incident highlights ongoing political polarization and debates about free speech and offensive content.

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18d

Why isn't news of Trump building vast concentration camps being treated as a national emergency?

This opinion piece from Common Dreams raises alarm about the Trump administration's plans to build more concentration camps for immigrants, drawing parallels to Nazi Germany and highlighting the historical context and current human rights abuses in ICE detention centers.

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18d

9-year-old Illinois boy severely burned after TikTok trend inspired him to microwave NeeDoh toy

A 9-year-old boy in Illinois was hospitalized with severe burns after a TikTok trend inspired him to microwave his NeeDoh toy. The trend, which involved heating the squishy toy, led to an explosion of the gelatinous filling, causing severe burns to the boy's face and hands. The incident highlights the dangers of following risky TikTok challenges, as the boy did not post the video himself but was influenced by a friend at school. The hospital has seen four cases of NeeDoh-related burns this year, emphasizing the need for caution and awareness of the potential hazards of such trends.

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18d

Anti-ICE chant erupts at AEW pro wrestling show in Las Vegas, pausing main event match

During an All Elite Wrestling match in Las Vegas, fans launched an anti-ICE chant that temporarily halted the main event. The AEW Dynamite match, broadcast live on TBS and HBO Max, saw a strong reaction from the audience against Immigration and Customs Enforcement. AEW, known for its growing Latino fan base, has featured Mexican wrestlers and embraced Latino traditions. Wrestler Brody King, who has been vocal against ICE, quickly defeated MJF in the match.

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18d

Pizza Hut closing 250 US stores as parent company considers selling the brand

Pizza Hut plans to close 250 U.S. restaurants in the first half of this year as its parent company, Yum Brands, considers selling the chain. The closures target underperforming locations, with Pizza Hut having over 6,000 U.S. locations. The chain has struggled with outdated stores and competition, leading to a 5% decline in U.S. same-store sales last year. Internationally, Pizza Hut's same-store sales increased by 1%, with growth in Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America.

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What’s something that quietly ruined your mental health without you noticing at first?

what's that?

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What is something you used to buy but is no longer affordable?

everything?

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18d

What’s getting worse every year?

what's worse?

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18d

What food is completely overrated?

food?

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18d

What’s something you only understand after living alone?

alone living.

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18d

Who got painted as the villain by the press, but later on we realized they were actually the victim or completely misunderstood?

villain or victim?

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What is a movie cliché that absolutely never happens in real life?

movie cliché?

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18d

What is a 'subscription' or 'fee' that has recently appeared in the US that people need to collectively refuse to pay before it becomes the new normal?

What's your thought?

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18d

What was the best FAFO moment you've witnessed?

best FAFO moment?

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18d

Why is no one being prosecuted over the Epstein files?

This article discusses the lack of prosecutions following the release of millions of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.

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18d

The Next Democratic President Better Be Merciless

This article discusses the divide within the Democratic party regarding the approach to the ongoing issues in Minneapolis and the need for a merciless stance in the upcoming elections. It highlights the contrasting views of rumored presidential contenders Josh Shapiro and Andy Beshear, emphasizing the importance of justice over vengeance.

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18d

US applications for jobless benefits jump to 231,000 last week, the most in 2 months.

Last week, the number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits rose by 22,000 to 231,000, marking the highest level in two months. Despite this increase, the total remains within the historically low range observed over the past few years. The rise in applications coincides with several high-profile layoffs announced by companies such as UPS, Amazon, and Dow. The labor market's sluggish performance, combined with these layoffs, has led to growing pessimism among Americans regarding the economy.

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18d

Calls to shut down Texas ICE facility for children grow amid measles outbreak | Texas

The Guardian reports a measles outbreak at a Texas ICE detention center for children and their parents, with at least two confirmed cases. The outbreak coincides with a growing measles crisis in South Carolina, Arizona, Utah, and other US states. Experts warn that the outbreak is likely to continue unless vaccination rates improve and conditions in detention centers are addressed. Democratic congressman Joaquin Castro calls for the immediate shutdown of the Dilley family detention center, citing its unsuitability for managing a contagious disease outbreak. The article highlights the role of detention centers as potential 'epidemic engines' and emphasizes the importance of vaccination to prevent further spread.

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18d

Treasury Sec Admits Americans Are on the Hook for Trump’s $10B Lawsuit

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent admitted that if Donald Trump wins his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS, the cost would be borne by American taxpayers. The New Republic reports that during a Senate Committee hearing, Bessent confirmed that the funds would come from the Treasury's general account, which is funded by taxpayers. This revelation highlights the potential financial burden on taxpayers if Trump's lawsuit is successful, despite the IRS not being at fault for the leaked tax returns.

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18d

Parents of still-missing Camp Mystic flooding victim sue camp owners

The parents of an 8-year-old girl who vanished during a flood at Camp Mystic are suing the camp's owners for over $1 million, alleging negligence and failure to protect their daughter. The lawsuit claims the camp ignored flood warnings and had an inadequate evacuation plan. The camp's owners argue the flood was unforeseeable and they will respond to the accusations in due course.

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‘Melania’ Attains Biggest Critic-Audience Disparity in Rotten Tomatoes History

Melania, the Amazon-funded documentary about First Lady Melania Trump, has achieved the largest disparity between critic and audience reviews in Rotten Tomatoes history. Critics have panned the film as propaganda, while audience members, primarily Trump supporters, have given overwhelmingly positive reviews, leading to a 5% critic score and a 99% audience score.