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August 2025’s Most Anticipated Tech Drops
August 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting month for tech enthusiasts. From next-generation smartphones to foldable devices and budget-friendly powerhouses, there’s no shortage of gadgets that promise to upgrade your tech game. Whether you’re a productivity-focused professional, a photography fan, or someone just looking for the latest in digital convenience, this month has something for you.
By Kamran Zebabout a year ago in Geeks
Beginner’s Guide to Investing in 2025
Why Start Investing Now? If you’ve been thinking about investing but haven’t taken the plunge yet, 2025 is a great time to start. The world of investing is more accessible than ever, thanks to technology and a wide range of options that cater to every risk level and budget. Whether you want to save for retirement, build passive income, or simply grow your wealth over time, starting early gives you the biggest advantage: time. Time in investing means the power of compounding—your money earning returns, which then earn returns themselves. Even small amounts invested regularly can turn into significant wealth over a few years. At the same time, investing is no longer just about stocks and bonds. In 2025, options like cryptocurrencies, real estate crowdfunding, and ESG (environmental, social, governance) funds are gaining traction worldwide. Understanding what’s out there is the first step toward making smart, confident decisions. Understanding the Main Types of Investments As a beginner, it helps to know the basic categories where you can put your money. Each comes with its own risk, potential return, and role in a balanced portfolio. 1. Stocks (Equities) Buying stocks means owning a piece of a company. Stocks historically offer high returns over the long term but can be volatile in the short term. They are a good choice if you have a longer investment horizon. 2. Bonds (Fixed Income) Bonds are loans you give to companies or governments, which pay you interest over time. They tend to be less risky than stocks but usually offer lower returns. Bonds can help balance your portfolio and reduce risk. 3. Real Estate Traditional real estate investing means buying property, but today, there are more accessible ways like real estate investment trusts (REITs) and crowdfunding platforms. Real estate can provide steady income and hedge against inflation. 4. Cryptocurrencies Digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum are highly volatile but have attracted a lot of attention as a new asset class. Approach crypto with caution and only invest what you can afford to lose. 5. Mutual Funds and ETFs These are pooled investment vehicles that allow you to buy a diversified basket of stocks, bonds, or other assets. They’re ideal for beginners who want exposure to markets without picking individual securities.
By Muhammad Abbas khanabout a year ago in Geeks
15 Fascinating Facebook Facts You Probably Didn’t Know
It’s almost impossible to imagine a world without Facebook. For many of us, it’s where we first reconnected with an old school friend, shared life updates, or got caught in endless scrolling sessions. But behind the familiar blue logo is a story filled with twists, surprising statistics, and quirky details that even long-time users might not know.
By Vocal Member about a year ago in Geeks
"Beyond the Gates" Week 23 Review
Beyond the Gates is fully into the month of August, and even though summer is slowly coming to an end, it's getting hotter and hotter on this show. The week that passed was the 23rd in the soap's existence, and as a sports fan, I can tell ya, the number 23, well, that's a big deal. Seriously, this soap has really helped me out as I wait out the final few weeks until the NFL's regular season starts.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Geeks
Looney Tunes Review: "Box Office Bunny"
I do love Looney Tunes so much. I forget how old I was when I first saw Bugs Bunny and crew. I always say to myself that I was five, but some memories have me watching The Bugs Bunny and Tweety Show as early as the age of three. BB&T was a variation of The Bugs Bunny Show that aired during my childhood in the 1990s, and mostly on ABC's Saturday morning lineup--always at 10AM like clockwork. So many classic shorts appeared during that hour long block, and even some shorts that were actually released early in my lifetime. One such short I definitely remember seeing on BB&T is the subject of this review: Box Office Bunny.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Geeks
When Jem Lost Her Sparkle!
When news broke in 2015 that Jem and the Holograms was getting a live-action movie, fans of the iconic ‘80s cartoon were ready to relive the glam, glitter, and truly outrageous magic. After all, the original series was a kaleidoscope of fashion, Electronic Pop music, female empowerment, wild storylines, and of course—holograms! But when the film hit theaters, it didn’t quite capture the electric charm of the original, leaving many longtime fans scratching their neon-colored heads.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.about a year ago in Geeks
Designing the Costumes for The Supremes At Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat
Costume designer Whitney Anne Adams is known for various television and film credits, horror in particular. It is a thank you to Adams for taking the time in her busy schedule to speak briefly in an interview over Zoom about ensembling the wardrobe for Searchlight Pictures and writer-director Tina Mabry's 2024 film, ‘The Supremes At Earl’s All You Can Eat’.
By Michele Schultzabout a year ago in Geeks
What's Trump's "Body Count"?
Donald Trump has always been a figure of spectacle, whether in business, television, or politics. But beyond the boardrooms and rallies lies a lesser-analyzed—yet equally controversial—aspect of his public life: his long and often scandalous romantic history. While “body count” is modern slang for sexual partners, the term takes on a particular edge when applied to a man whose relationships have often overlapped with power, money, and the media.
By Kristen Orkoshneliabout a year ago in Geeks
Villainess Review: Dawn St. Claire (B.L. Stryker). Top Story - August 2025.
The heartbreaking hits keep on coming this year. On Sunday, August 3, 2025, we lost an iconic name in TV and in cinema, as Loni Anderson passed away at the age of 79. Anderson did so much in TV and film, with her greatest claim to fame being the hit sitcom, WKRP in Cincinnati, where she shined as bombshell Jennifer Marlowe--a role she briefly reprised years later in The New WKRP in Cincinnati. Anderson appeared on several different TV series such as Police Woman, Barnaby Jones, Three's Company, Sabrina the Teenage Witch (as one of Sabrina's country witch cousins), and V.I.P. (as the mother of Pamela Anderson's central character).
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Geeks
From Theaters to Streaming: Why the Future of Marvel Films Likely Belongs to Disney+
Author’s Note: This article is a continuation of ideas first explored in my previous piece, “From Infinity Saga to Chicken Jockey: The Changing Face of Moviegoing”, which can be found on my Vocal page. That essay examined the emotional and cultural shifts in how families (including my own) engage with blockbuster cinema today. This piece expands that analysis, focusing on Marvel Studios and Disney’s developing release strategy.
By Jenna Deedyabout a year ago in Geeks
Jem and The Holograms: Why This 80s Icon Still Matters 40 Years Later
In 1985, amidst a sea of cartoons designed to sell toys, Jem and The Holograms burst onto television screens with a message that was louder, bolder, and more vibrant than its competitors.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.about a year ago in Geeks
