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THE NEW FACE OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING WEARS PROGRESSIVE CLOTHING
The misandry that dominates many online spaces has unintentionally created fertile ground for a new kind of predator. While scrolling through TikTok, I came across one of the countless influencers whose entire online identity revolves around hating men. You know the type: everything wrong with society is somehow men’s fault, endless lectures about a mythical feminist utopia, and a steady stream of outrage designed to keep followers angry and engaged. Usually I roll my eyes and keep scrolling. It’s become predictable, almost fashionable.
By mark bradley (mark45xxx)about a month ago in FYI
Unbroken Brings a Powerful True Story of Faith, Freedom, and Courage to the Screen
Around the world, stories of courage often begin quietly. They are not always found on battlefields or in the halls of government. Sometimes they emerge through ordinary people who make extraordinary choices in the face of overwhelming pressure. The documentary Unbroken: The Untold Story of Shen Yun shines a light on one such story, exploring the perseverance of artists whose commitment to their beliefs has shaped both their lives and their work.
By Rachel Martinoabout a month ago in FYI
The Scammers Are Coming! The Scammers Are Coming!
The other morning, something happened on Medium that I never would have expected. A scammer lured me into their web. The profile was that of a woman, but it could have been a unicorn for all that mattered. More than likely, it was a man. I would say he was from another country, but he could have been from anywhere these days.
By Alexandra Grantabout a month ago in FYI
Bye Bye Pop-Ups
Pop-up ads. We have all experienced them. We all hate them, and they never stop. They know who you are, what you like, and what you have viewed and purchased. No matter how many times you ask a site not to share your content or track your activity, they still do. If that doesn’t concern you, it should. Your every move is recorded and known. Big Brother is alive and well.
By Alexandra Grantabout a month ago in FYI
THE CELESTIAL WOUND
“It’s a supermoon.” “Mercury is retrograde.” “What’s their sign?” For some, those phrases are invitations to wonder. For others, they have become evidence of spiritual corruption. Somewhere along the way, curiosity became confused with condemnation.
By THE HONED CRONEabout a month ago in FYI
'I Got Your Goat': the meaning behind the phrase.
I got your goat-literally People in days gone by often said “ I got your goat” when they had annoyed or tricked someone, or gotten the better of them in a situation. These words have been used in modern times, similar to playing an April Fools' Day joke
By Cheryl E Preston2 months ago in FYI
My Take On the Horrifying Gunfire at Seattle Food Festival. AI-Generated.
A city built on coffee, tech, and live events is now reckoning with gunfire at one of its most beloved summer festivals. What should have been a weekend of food and music at Seattle Center ended with two people dead and five injured, including a toddler , after shots rang out near the Space Needle.
By Eina Liban2 months ago in FYI
The Disturbing Origins of the Pinky Promise
I think every single one of us at some point in our lives has made a pinky promise, whether it’s keeping a secret between childhood friends or making some form of commitment. The pinky promise is the ultimate gesture of keeping a sacred vow.
By Rosie J. Sargent2 months ago in FYI
Descendants Wicked Wonderland
On July 16, 2026, I turned the television on for some background noise. I chose the Disney Channel and landed on the premiere of Descendants Wicked Wonderland. The first three Descendants movies were adorable and have a special place in my heart. I watched those on premiere nights with my baby sister when she was younger. It had become a tradition. Unfortunately, as she hit teenager-dom, I had to watch the last two Descendants movies on my own. I love Alice in Wonderland, so I had high hopes for Rise of Red and was sorely disappointed. The music was fun, but the story was so fast-paced that it felt disjointed. So you can imagine I did not have high hopes for Wicked Wonderland. I'm glad I was wrong.
By Alexis Baryak2 months ago in FYI
Nightfire in Bangkok: When a Leisure Space Turns Into a Disaster Zone. AI-Generated.
A night out in Bangkok ended as one of the deadliest entertainment‑venue fires in recent memory, killing at least 27 people and injuring many more in a popular hub that was supposed to be about music, food, and fun.
By Eina Liban2 months ago in FYI
