How Oneohtrix Point Never Became The Most Unlikely Hitmaking Force

Getty Image/Ralph Ordaz In 2009, around the time a mysterious figure named The Weeknd began uploading druggy post-R&B tunes on YouTube, an electronic musician named Daniel Lopatin was compiling his best tracks — synth exercises, new age meditations, experimental noise collages — for a Brooklyn-based label called No Fun Productions. That album, Rifts, comprised 145 …

A boy told his teacher she can't understand him because she's white. Her response is on point.

This article originally appeared on 12.07.15 Fifth-grade teacher Emily E. Smith is not your ordinary teacher. Photo by John Pike. Used with permission. She founded The Hive Society — a classroom that’s all about inspiring children to learn more about their world … and themselves — by interacting with literature and current events. Students watch …

She re-created famous fashion ads to make a great point about diversity

This article originally appeared on 12.08.16 From a young age, Deddeh Howard was enthralled by fashion and its role in culture. Unfortunately, she was never really able to see herself in it. “Something that always bothered me when you see these amazing images [was] that very rarely you ever see a black woman on them,” …

What’s the point of ‘The Book of Boba Fett’?

This review includes spoilers for The Book of Boba Fett episodes 1 and 2. With The Mandalorian and now The Book of Boba Fett, Disney+ has perfected a unique brand of TV storytelling—one where fandom nostalgia and expert production design are crucial, but things like “plot” and “character” are a distant afterthought. Two episodes in, …

Is Armie Hammer still in ‘Death on the Nile’? Signs point to yes

The trailer continues with much of the same secret Armie shots, all while Depeche Mode’s “Policy of Truth” plays over every scene. Normally, that song would be a great emotional vehicle, providing the perfect mood for the film. But given what we know about Armie Hammer, it sounds like it could be ripped from the …

Bears Bettors Thought They Had A Miracle Push But They Didn’t Kick The Extra Point Since Time Had Expired

Getty Image Monday evening’s game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Chicago Bears was largely uneventful, at least when it came to scoring plays. Chicago’s offense struggled mightily throughout the night, ultimately committing three turnovers and giving away a sizable advantage in total yards. Minnesota did just enough to secure what felt like a comfortable …

G LEAGUE IS TOO EASY FOR LIANGELO BALL (HE DROPS A POINT PER MINUTE)

G LEAGUE IS TOO EASY FOR LIANGELO BALL (HE DROPS A POINT PER MINUTE) Liangelo Ball shined in this G league game. They can’t hide the truth for long. https://www.shopballfacts.com to get all your official merch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ball.facts/ If you like this channel, our content and you want to support more content coming out, you …

Stephen Curry Explained Why The Warriors Not Making The Bubble Was His ‘Lowest Point’

Getty Image The Golden State Warriors are off to a flying start in 2021-22, posting the NBA’s best record at 18-2 and dominating on both ends. With Stephen Curry operating at an MVP level and Draymond Green anchoring what has been the league’s top defense through 20 games, the Warriors are clearly giving off fun …

Matthew McConaughey Says He’s Against Vaccine Mandates For Kids, And The Surgeon General Made Sure To Point How Wrong He Is

Paramount Pictures Last week there was great and long-awaited news: The FDA granted emergency authorization for children ages 5 to 11 to finally get the Pfizer vaccine. There was much rejoicing amongst parents, who’ve long had to sweat over their kids’ possible exposure to a highly transmissible disease, and much naysaying amongst Republicans, who have …