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How does that old saying go again? 'Nap hard, play hard', right? Ok, so maybe that's not exactly how it goes, but it's certainly a philosophy that a lot of us live by. Especially in this weird modern world we live in, where the gig economy dictates that we work irregular hours,…
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For generations, people have been going to extreme lengths to achieve younger-looking skin. From expensive lotions and potions to risky cosmetic surgery - it seems people will do anything to look young. Even smothering their face in sperm. Errr... what?! No, you heard me correctly. According to a professional facialist…
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The Crystal Maze is an institution of British television. Starting in 1990, it is a programme which millennials grew up watching and longed to take part in themselves. However, a year prior to the TV reboot, a crowdfunding campaign raised funds for a Crystal Maze open to the public. Having…
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In this brave modern world of ours, there are more ways of wiling away the hours than ever before. You could scroll endlessly through Instagram, watching recipe video after recipe video until you're so hungry you eat an entire bag of Cheetos to yourself. There are video games, movies, Netflix…
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It’s universally acknowledged by all sensible people that spirits are, almost entirely, disgusting. As anyone who’s spent any time desperately trying to chug Smirnoff in order to prepare for a night on the town will tell you, having a bottle of Coke handy can make all the difference between seeing…
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What's the grossest sounding word in the English language? Some say 'phlegm,' some say 'mucus,' but one word seems to top every poll, time and time again: moist. But why does the word 'moist' disgust people so much? Is it the sound of the word, or the associations it brings…
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There exists a certain scepticism in society towards “spiritual” people. One thinks of kaftans, tambourines and Muesli - individuals characterised by one-sided conversations about plant medicines and conspiracy theories. However, I prefer to remain open-minded. “I’m happy-go-lucky”, I would tell my friends. “No you’re not - you’re cold and cynical.”…
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A woman's 'brain exploded' while she was watching television. Now, Chloe Gallagher, who was 15 at the time of the incident, is being called a "miracle patient" by doctors who thought that the aneurysm she suffered in June 2010 would kill her. [caption id="attachment_12512716" align="aligncenter" width="760"] Credit: MDWfeatures[/caption] She realized…
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I don't know about you guys, but I've always wanted to go to Universal Studios. Disneyland might be the Happiest Place On Earth and all that, but before too long, the novelty wears off and you realise you've been hanging out for six hours with a pimply-faced teen in a…
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An ophthalmologist is warning anyone who goes to sleep wearing their contact lenses to stop immediately, as it could result in the wearer suffering a very painful ulcer and cause permanent damage to their eyes. In order to hit home the point, Dr. Patrick Vollmer, of Vita Eye Clinic in…
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Ladies and gentlemen, can you picture your wedding day? Some of you might have already gotten married so it'll be pretty easy for you guys, but for the rest of you out there, use a little imagination. You're in the church, holding hands with the love of your life, saying…
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Matteo Salvini serves as Italy's deputy prime minister and the minister of the Interior. He's also the leader of the far-right Lega Nord Party, known for its anti-immigration agenda. Recently Salvini was the keynote speaker at the World Congress Of Families, an event that brings together anti-LGBT and anti-abortion activists.…
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A woman infected with measles may have exposed an entire movie theatre watching Avengers: Endgame to the virus, local news outlets have reported. NBC reports that a woman believed to be in her 20s in Orange County, California accidentally contracted measles and then went for a midnight showing of the…
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Masturbation is a normal part of being human. Unfortunately, however, it's an activity that's inherently taboo - especially for women. But one Instagram challenge is here to change this and I am HERE for it. Because if you didn't know it already, May is Masturbation Month, and to celebrate, the…
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In the sweet industry, you can get away with way more weird flavour combinations than you can in normal cooking. As anyone who’s ever eaten a scorpion lollipop or earwax Jelly Bean will agree, candy is full of strange and sinister tastes that you just won’t find anywhere else. As…
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With summer just around the corner, many people are working on their beach bodies. If you adopt a healthy diet and regular exercise routine, you'll eventually sculpt your body into top shape. But ain't nobody got time for that! Vegetables are gross. And going to the gym sucks. Fight me.…
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In the Western world, sex education is, for many, the best it's ever been. However, there is still a long way to go when it comes to teaching people what they need to know, especially when it comes to LGBTQ+ sex education. China, however, is becoming increasingly notorious for its…
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It is a truth universally acknowledged that every person has someone in their Facebook Friends list they're thirsty for. If you agree with this, good on ya. If you don't, quit lying. The good news for those out there who aren't living in denial is that Facebook's new feature gives…
