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‘You are supposed to guess… that’s how they figure out if you need glasses’: Woman says she just found out you’re not supposed to guess letters during eye exam

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A woman went viral on TikTok after sharing that she recently discovered that you’re not supposed to randomly guess the letters on an eye chart at the optometrist. Elle Mae Brooks (@ellemaebooks) posted the 14-second video, where she shared her revelation with viewers. In short, Brooks said that she only recently discovered she needed glasses … Read more

It Took Researchers Decades to Figure Out This Ancient Device ‘Too Advanced to be Real’

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The Antikythera mechanism was found in a shipwreck off the coast of Antikythera, Greece, in 1900. Source: LOUISA GOULIAMAKI/AFP via Getty Images When the likes of Ancient Rome and Greece collapsed, it set humanity back hundreds of years. The Dark Ages marked hundreds of years of decline in Europe, which wouldn’t be stopped until the … Read more

‘Just drink twice as much’: Hotel guests try to figure out if all-inclusive resorts are tricking customers with watered-down drinks

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All-inclusive resorts can be a perfect option for travelers desiring an all-in-one vacation experience. Whereas normal hotels only provide a room and, occasionally, a complimentary breakfast, travelers at all-inclusive hotels can expect meals, activities, entertainment, and drinks—all included in the price of staying at the resort. With some all-inclusive resorts offering competitive prices with non-all-inclusive … Read more

Why Michael Cera’s Character Allan Is The Most Controversial Figure In The Entire Barbie Universe

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Warner Bros. When the Barbie trailer dropped this week, everyone was rightfully enamored with Margot Robbie‘s bubbly portrayal of Barbie and Ryan Gosling’s accurate portrayal of Ken (who is known to be a bit of a Goof). But while the pink-coated world might seem like a dreamscape for some, there was one character with a … Read more

One Of Trump’s Wacky Lawyers Actually Thinks His Indictment Will Make Him An Iconic Figure Like Tupac And Biggie

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Getty Image Donald Trump’s recent indictment has everyone talking. While most are elated that he’s finally getting his just desserts, some delusional Trumpers think this will only make him more appealing during election season. Some are even likening him to two rap legends. In a clip from right-wing podcast The Benny Show, Donald Trump’s lawyer … Read more

Tech titans call for 6-month AI pause to figure out what kind of monster they unleashed

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An open letter signed by some of the biggest names in the tech world is calling for a pause on the development of artificial intelligence (AI) due to fears that the technology could pose “profound risks to society and humanity.” Published by the Future of Life Institute, an organization whose stated goal is to “steer … Read more

Lady Gaga’s Wax Figure At Madame Tussauds Was Revealed In Hollywood And Fans Are Diving Off The Deep End

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Getty Image Last week, Lady Gaga expressed her concerns about the difficulty the arts and culture sectors are experiencing as it relates to the public appreciation of the expression. However, there’s one visual arts company that the public can’t get enough of, and that’s Madame Tussauds, where Lady Gaga is a beloved fixture. Today (March … Read more

Trying To Figure Out Time On ‘The Mandalorian’ (Or Star Wars) Is A Fool’s Errand

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Lucasfilm Season three of The Mandalorian debuted this week and there have been a couple of dust-ups, and both have to do with Grogu’s time with Luke Skywalker. The first, and less interesting, is the fact that Grogu’s time with Luke Skywalker came to an end not during an episode of The Mandalorian but, instead, … Read more