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News and opinions from the saturated fat of the web. Readers beware! MSM with a far-left bent.

Ariana Grande's Hate That I Made You Love Me Music Video Is Its Own Mini Horror Movie

1 June 2026 @ 3:57 pm

Ariana Grande as she appears in her Hate That I Made You Love Me music videoAriana Grande as she appears in her Hate That I Made You Love Me music videoAriana Grande has leaned into her dark sense of humour in the music video for her new single Hate That I Made You Love Me.Merging elements of horror and comedy – two genres of which the Gra

This Easy Breakfast And Lunch Gives Me 23g Fibre And 43g Protein

1 June 2026 @ 3:44 pm

Ingredients for my breakfast and lunchIngredients for my breakfast and lunchAs a sometime gym girl, I do care about my protein intake. But for me, the priority is usually fibre.Don’t get me wrong: protein helps 

It Turns Out Susan Boyle's 'New Era' Involves A Dance Remix Of The Cornetto Jingle

1 June 2026 @ 3:24 pm

Susan Boyle pictured last weekSusan Boyle pictured last weekRemember about a week ago when social media as abuzz with the news of Susan Boyle’s “new era”?Well, the I Dreamed A Dream singer has teased more of what she’s got up her sleeve – and trust us, whatever you were imagining, it wasn’t this.Last week, Susan got everyone talking when she teased that she had something sp

8 Eyebrow-Raising Takeaways From The Peter Mandelson Files And His Personal Messages

1 June 2026 @ 3:19 pm

Peter Mandelson is seen outside his home in London, Monday, April 20, 2026Peter Mandelson is seen outside his home in London, Monday, April 20, 2026The government has released the highly-anticipated second tranche of internal files on Peter Mandelson and his brief appointment as ambassador to the US.The ex-Labour peer fell from grace last September after the depth of his friendship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein was revealed.But q

The Best England, Scotland, And Other World Cup Shirts To Buy Before Kick Off

1 June 2026 @ 3:14 pm

Nike/ASOSNike/ASOSWe hope you love the products we recommend! All of them were independently selected by our editors. Just so you know, HuffPost UK may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page if you decide to shop from them. Oh, and FYI — prices are accurate and items in stock as of time of publication.The FIFA World Cup is kicking off any day now, and while the finale is a while away, there’s one good luck charm you’re going to need to manifest the result of your dreams.That’s right, an excellent football shirt. You might be convinced it’s finally coming home this year, but there’s no better way of showing it than donning some recognisable kit to let everyo

Euphoria Creator Claims Sydney Sweeney Was Totally 'Game' For Controversial Storyline

1 June 2026 @ 3:11 pm

Sydney Sweeney's character's OnlyFans storyline was a difficult watch for some Euphoria viewersSydney Sweeney's character's OnlyFans storyline was a difficult watch for some Euphoria viewersEuphoria creator Sam Levinson has said that Sydney Sweeney had a gung-ho approach to her controversial s

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The Truth About Luke Zion Jewelry: A Brand Worth Knowing

19 March 2026 @ 6:26 pm

If you’ve been searching for men’s sterling silver chains and keep seeing Luke Zion Jewelry come up, there’s a good reason for that. LZJ has built one of the most trusted names in men’s silver chains through a combination of genuine quality, radical transparency, and a founder who actually shows his face. Here’s what the… The post The Truth About Luke Zion Jewelry: A Brand Worth Knowing appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

A Simple Workout Tracker That Actually Makes You Want to Keep Going

17 October 2025 @ 1:33 pm

Most fitness apps today feel like they’re trying to do too much. They ask for your email, require a subscription, track your steps, and flood you with features that sound nice but rarely help you stay consistent. That’s why a tool like this browser-based workout tracker feels refreshing. It’s a lightweight, no-login, no-data-collection kind of… The post A Simple Workout Tracker That Actually Makes You Want to Keep Going appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

The 5 Best Unbreakable Wine Glasses for 2025 (That Look Way Too Good to Be Plastic)

15 October 2025 @ 2:21 pm

The 5 Best Unbreakable Wine Glasses for 2025 (That Look Way Too Good to Be Plastic) If you love a glass of wine on the patio, at a picnic, or by the pool, you’ve probably learned the hard way that glass and gravity don’t mix. The best unbreakable wine glasses combine the elegance of real… The post The 5 Best Unbreakable Wine Glasses for 2025 (That Look Way Too Good to Be Plastic) appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Materials Used in Roof Replacement: What You Should Know

21 August 2025 @ 7:50 pm

Replacing your roof is a big deal. It’s one of those home projects you don’t do often, but when it’s time, the choices can feel overwhelming. The biggest question? Which roofing material should you go with. Each option has its own style, lifespan, and price tag. Let’s break down the most common materials so you… The post Materials Used in Roof Replacement: What You Should Know appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Preparing for a Las Vegas Red Carpet Event

9 August 2025 @ 12:30 am

Las Vegas thrives on spectacle—where glittering lights, unforgettable experiences, and high-profile gatherings are part of the city’s DNA. Whether it’s a film premiere, corporate gala, product launch, or charity fundraiser, a red carpet event here can elevate your brand, impress your guests, and generate media buzz that lasts long after the night ends. But creating… The post Preparing for a Las Vegas Red Carpet Event appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Why Health Insurance Costs So Much in New York – And What You Can Do About It

8 August 2025 @ 11:47 pm

For many New Yorkers, health insurance premiums can feel like paying a second mortgage. The question of why health insurance is so expensive in the state has no single answer; factors such as higher medical costs, state regulations, and limited provider networks all contribute to the issue. In our years helping New York families navigate… The post Why Health Insurance Costs So Much in New York – And What You Can Do About It appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

5 Best Sparkling Wine Wineries to Visit in Napa Valley

10 June 2025 @ 3:49 pm

When people think of Napa Valley, bold Cabernet Sauvignon often steals the spotlight. But tucked among the iconic vineyards are some incredible sparkling wine producers that rival anything you’ll find in Champagne, France. While U.S. winemakers can’t legally label their bottles “Champagne” unless grandfathered in, the traditional method—AKA méthode traditionnelle—is alive and well in Napa,… The post 5 Best Sparkling Wine Wineries to Visit in Napa Valley appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

“She Was My Sister”: Emily Coupe on Grief, Growth, and the Ghost of Red Wreckage

20 May 2025 @ 3:10 pm

It’s late afternoon in Silver Lake when Emily Coupe opens the door to her sunlit apartment, guitar case still open from a morning writing session. The Australian-American indie pop artist greets me barefoot, her long curls piled into a loose bun. She’s preparing for her next solo EP—what she calls her “most honest music yet”—but… The post “She Was My Sister”: Emily Coupe on Grief, Growth, and the Ghost of Red Wreckage appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

Behind the Curtain: Music Manager Cassidy Sanders on Protecting Artists, Managing Ego, and Keeping the Chaos Offstage

4 April 2025 @ 12:58 pm

In a world where fame is curated and chaos is constant, Cassidy Sanders has built a reputation as one of indie music’s most dynamic artist managers. Known for her calm presence and fierce loyalty to the creatives she represents, Sanders doesn’t just manage schedules—she manages energy, boundaries, and the emotional weight of the spotlight. I… The post Behind the Curtain: Music Manager Cassidy Sanders on Protecting Artists, Managing Ego, and Keeping the Chaos Offstage appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

How Is Earth Day Celebrated Around the World​?

20 March 2025 @ 6:28 pm

Earth Day is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a global reminder that small actions can lead to lasting change. Around the world, people celebrate by planting trees, cleaning up local communities, and pushing for stronger environmental policies. But not every country observes it the same way.  Curious about how Earth Day is… The post How Is Earth Day Celebrated Around the World​? appeared first on The Plaid Zebra.

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Essays and articles with a eclectic edge.

New and Updated Author Pages

31 March 2026 @ 10:43 am

New and Updated Author PagesOver the past weeks we’ve created new collections of the best work by some of our favourite journalists:Steven Johnson’s writing takes you on a journey, whether he’s tackling the history of humanity, the dangers of invention or the

We’re on Substack

15 March 2026 @ 12:56 pm

We’re on SubstackSubscribe to our Substack for hand-picked reading lists of the best nonfiction from around the net, delivered straight to your inbox.

Artificial Intelligence

14 March 2026 @ 2:26 pm

Artificial IntelligenceWhat Is Claude? by Gideon Lewis-Kraus - Researchers at the company are trying to understand their A.I. system’s mind—examining its neurons, running it through psychology experiments, and putting it on the therapy couchAmerica Isn’t Ready for What AI Will Do to Jobs by Josh Tyrangiel - Does anyone have a plan for what happens next?

Future War

8 February 2026 @ 3:35 pm

Future WarIs the U.S. Ready for the Next War? by Dexter Filkins - With global conflicts increasingly shaped by drones and A.I., the American military risks losing its dominancePutin has Redrawn the World - But Not the Way He Wanted by Allan Little - We are living in new and more dangerous timesThe AI-Powered, Totally Autonomous

150 Great Articles & Essays

7 February 2026 @ 12:11 pm

150 Great Articles & EssaysWe’ve updated our list of the 150 best classic and new articles and essays to read online. Click through for stacks of the very best writing from around the net.

15 Great Articles about Progress

17 January 2026 @ 8:50 pm

15 Great Articles about ProgressGDP by Oliver Kim - We really don’t know how good we have itHow Humanity Gave Itself an Extra Life by Steven Johnson - Between 1920 and 2020, the average human life span doubled. How did we do it? Science mattered — but so did activism.The Real Reason Humans are the Dominant Species by Justin Ro

8 Great Articles about Rich People

14 January 2026 @ 12:37 pm

8 Great Articles about Rich PeoplePeople With Parents With Money by Various Authors - 14 adults come clean about the down payments, allowances, and tuition payments that make their New York lives feasibleWhy it Pays to be Privileged by Sam Friedman and Daniel Laurison - Within Britain’s elite occupations, the advantages of class are still mistaken for talent

The Best of the Best Ofs

1 January 2026 @ 1:19 pm

The Best of the Best OfsLinks by Albert Chu’s Best of 2025The Sunday Long Read’s Best of 2025David Brooks’ Best Nonfiction Essays of the YearBusinessweek’s Jealousy List

150 Great Articles and Essays from 2025

30 December 2025 @ 3:35 pm

150 Great Articles and Essays from 2025Click through for a huge collection of the net’s best journalism and nonfiction from 2025

5 Great Essays about Death

11 May 2025 @ 8:25 pm

5 Great Essays about DeathHow to Practice by Ann Patchett - I wanted to get rid of my possessions, because possessions stood between me and deathIf My Dying Daughter Could Face Her Mortality, Why Couldn’t the Rest of Us? by Sarah Wildman - She turned to me and asked, “What if this is the best I ever feel again?” Three hundred and seventy-six days later, she was dead.

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Host your own radio show, recorded rants and discussion

Get the Most Out of Your Show With Great SEO

20 June 2018 @ 9:28 am

Win New Audiences With Good SEO Strategies There are some small but very important things you can do to help boost listens to your broadcast. The combination of a relevant, catchy show name, great episode titles, and the use of keywords which give good results will work together to improve the SEO (Search Engine Optimization) […]

Get yourself on Amazon Devices

9 May 2018 @ 1:28 pm

Learn how Tunein and Alexa can bring your show into homes. Listening to your broadcast has become even easier. You can now submit your radio show to Tunein which will make your show available on Amazon Alexa devices. Amazon Alexa devices are wireless, voice-activated “smart speakers”, they have a personal assistant voice service named “Alexa” […]

Your Guest Can Be Your Megaphone

5 April 2018 @ 11:46 am

Learn how to have a clear plan for each guest to help grow your audience. Be a Top Notch Broadcaster Being a radio broadcaster opens many doors, interviewing celebrities and other A-listers give you the opportunity to meet some pretty amazing people. For example you could interview one of Hollywood’s top stars one day and […]

How To Avoid Splitting Feeds and Losing Stats (& Money!)

17 January 2018 @ 4:07 pm

There are many different destinations that audiences can listen to your podcast. As a podcaster, you want to make sure your podcast is available everywhere your audience is. The key is that one distribution point (your podcast host) is responsible for spreading your podcast across the internet via your RSS (Really Simple Syndication) feed. Your […]

The Power of Conversation in Broadcasting

14 December 2017 @ 10:23 am

Having a conversation is something we do all the time, a part of everyday life. However, the power of the humble conversation as a marketing tool is being re-evaluated by marketers around the world as they are starting to see what an integral part of a communications strategy it can be – especially when it […]

5 Ways to Boost Your Audience

29 November 2017 @ 4:01 pm

It’s undeniable. Everyone who is putting themselves out there and broadcasting on a regular basis is keen to grow their audience. However, the art of gaining new listeners is not an easy one and is something which takes time and practice. How you go about drawing in those followers completely depends on what you’re talking […]

How To Create The Perfect Radio Interview

22 November 2017 @ 5:46 pm

  The interview format is here to stay. Whether it’s a talk show, magazine profile or radio broadcast they attract listeners and viewers alike. Why? Huffington Post believes ‘we’ll always be drawn to Q&As about other people’s lives’ and Cultured Vultures confirms this ‘there is something to be said for being offered an insight into […]

BlogTalkRadio Has “Coffee With Kenobi”

10 November 2017 @ 3:29 pm

The Coffee With Kenobi podcasting network will be joining BlogTalkRadio. They will bring over four years worth of shows to the platform to take advantage of BlogTalkRadio’s unique monetization offerings. Coffee With Kenobi Host and Co-creator, Dan Z says, “We are thrilled to bring members of our Coffee With Kenobi family network to BlogTalkRadio. If you […]

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What’s a belief you held for years that you now disagree with? – 17 hills people have chosen not to die on

1 June 2026 @ 7:18 pm

It’s all very well having firm beliefs. But not enough is said about the virtue of changing your mind as you get older. At least that was the case until complexity_neccesity decided to do some investigating over on r/AskReddit by posing the following question: ‘What is a belief you held for years that you now […] The post What’s a belief you held for years that you now disagree with? – 17 hills people have chosen not to die on appeared first on The Poke.

‘What’s the most awkward thing you’ve seen or been part of?’ – 17 cringe moments that have haunted people for years

1 June 2026 @ 3:30 pm

Unless you’re inhumanely cool, chances are you’ve embarrassingly put a foot wrong at some point in your life. It’s not the end of the world though. As CobaltBlue389 found out over on r/AskUK, everyone’s been there. They did so by asking fellow users ‘What is the most awkward thing you’ve seen, or been part of, […] The post ‘What’s the most awkward thing you’ve seen or been part of?’ – 17 cringe moments that have haunted people for years appeared first on The Poke.

Pete Hegseth’s workout video with the Marines prompted a world of mockery and he might want to find a new trainer – 15 takedowns from the frontline of Twitter

1 June 2026 @ 3:16 pm

Nobody embodies the stifling omnipresence of the Trump Administration quite like Pete Hegseth. The Secretary of Defence, sorry, War, would appear to be completely unqualified for his job, and yet he can’t help but show up everywhere and meddle. For a person in his position, that usually means making bad decisions from the comfort of […] The post Pete Hegseth’s workout video with the Marines prompted a world of mockery and he might want to find a new trainer – 15 takedowns from the frontline of Twitter appeared first on The Poke.

What is a statistic that sounds INSANE but is 100% true? – 17 pieces of info that will have you scurrying to the fact checkers

1 June 2026 @ 3:11 pm

Sometimes life can be stranger than fiction. In fact there are certain facts which sound so bizarre that they practically compel you to look into them. This was clearly playing on the mind Quadranippelkill as they turned to r/AskReddit to pose the following question about suspicious stats: ‘What is a statistic that sounds INSANE but […] The post What is a statistic that sounds INSANE but is 100% true? – 17 pieces of info that will have you scurrying to the fact checkers appeared first on The Poke.

The Texas attorney general just compared himself to Donald Trump in this one very specific way and it really wasn’t the flex he thought it was

1 June 2026 @ 3:02 pm

Texas has long been one of America’s safest havens for gun owners and abortion haters. The conservative state hasn’t voted in a US senator since the 1980s. Candidates can do just about anything and still get the red vote. But that’s all about to be put to the test. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton just […] The post The Texas attorney general just compared himself to Donald Trump in this one very specific way and it really wasn’t the flex he thought it was appeared first on The Poke.

Trump’s top economic advisor said people are paying more for fuel because they’re just so optimistic about the future – 15 premium grade clap backs

1 June 2026 @ 2:45 pm

Things are pretty dire in America these days. Everything costs more. Everyone is making less. And everyone in the Trump Administration wants you to believe that this is all a good thing. The number one poster boy for this line of gaslighting is Donald Trump’s director of the National Economic Council, Kevin Hassett. Not only […] The post Trump’s top economic advisor said people are paying more for fuel because they’re just so optimistic about the future – 15 premium grade clap backs appeared first on The Poke.

This American made the mistake of not treating English mustard with the respect it deserves and it’s eye-wateringly hilarious

1 June 2026 @ 12:41 pm

Will they ever learn? We recently shared a video of an American trying English mustard for the first time and it ended in tears. Not every American got the memo, however, as this video from YouTuber JJLA Reacts goes to show. Thanks to Graeme From IT for sharing the exquisite agony on Twitter. American guy […] The post This American made the mistake of not treating English mustard with the respect it deserves and it’s eye-wateringly hilarious appeared first on The Poke.

‘What’s a cooking tip you never paid attention to until you realised it was right all along?’ – 23 home chefs who reluctantly changed their ways

1 June 2026 @ 12:29 pm

Unless you go to catering college or are one of Jamie Oliver’s tweely named children, cooking is something you just kind of pick up as you go along, often largely making it up yourself. This means we often develop bad habits, which we stubbornly refuse to change, even when we are faced with an obviously […] The post ‘What’s a cooking tip you never paid attention to until you realised it was right all along?’ – 23 home chefs who reluctantly changed their ways appeared first on The Poke.

American anti-wokers tried to use AI to mock the idea of a woman president and it was a glorious self-own for the ages

1 June 2026 @ 12:04 pm

Like us you might not be overly familiar with the Babylon Bee, which brands itself as ‘fake news you can trust’ over on Twitter and is described as conservative, anti-woke and, well you get the idea. Magas lap it up, basically. Although there was something about this particular wheeze which might have stuck in the […] The post American anti-wokers tried to use AI to mock the idea of a woman president and it was a glorious self-own for the ages appeared first on The Poke.

‘What are common misconceptions people could benefit from understanding?’ – 21 things we’re all getting very wrong

1 June 2026 @ 11:18 am

Despite having all of the knowledge in the whole world in our literal hands in the form of a smartphone, there are still a lot of things that we still struggle to understand. They’ve been chatting about our chronic inability to figure the easy stuff out on the AskUK subreddit after Proper_Emu_2296 posted this: What […] The post ‘What are common misconceptions people could benefit from understanding?’ – 21 things we’re all getting very wrong appeared first on The Poke.

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How we used Gemini to build Google I/O 2026

1 June 2026 @ 4:00 pm

Learn how Googlers used AI to produce Google I/O 2026.

We’re spotlighting LGBTQ+ creators and artists to celebrate Pride.

1 June 2026 @ 4:00 pm

This June, we’re celebrating LGBTQ+ stories, voices and joy across our products.Our homepage will feature a new Doodle that celebrates disco. The artwork — created by Oh…

Take our I/O 2026 quiz, vibe coded in Google AI Studio.

29 May 2026 @ 7:00 pm

We used Google AI Studio to vibe code a quiz about our top I/O 2026 announcements.

9 demos of Gemini Omni and Gemini 3.5 in action

29 May 2026 @ 5:30 pm

Watch 9 videos showing the capabilities of Gemini Omni and Gemini 3.5, announced at Google I/O 2026.

Check out real-life AI prototypes from the Futures Lab.

29 May 2026 @ 12:00 pm

University of Waterloo students develop AI prototypes like sign language tutors to reshape the future of education and work.

Catch up on 12 major I/O 2026 moments

28 May 2026 @ 3:00 pm

Here are 12 of the biggest Google I/O 2026 keynote moments, including news about Gemini Omni, Gemini 3.5 Flash and more.

Travel the world like Dua Lipa with Google Maps

28 May 2026 @ 2:00 pm

12 shared lists in Google Maps are packed with Dua’s favorite spots for food, shopping, culture and more.

Here's how AI is rebuilding the foundation of modern marketing.

28 May 2026 @ 1:00 pm

The finale of Ads Decoded, recorded live at Google Marketing Live 2026, features the teams behind the day’s biggest announcements.

New ways to find your favorite sources and original content in AI Search

27 May 2026 @ 5:00 pm

New updates to help you spot and connect with high-quality, original content in Google Search.

Dive deeper into I/O 2026 with NotebookLM.

27 May 2026 @ 4:00 pm

Find out what you might have missed and go deeper on all the big announcements from Google I/O 2026 using NotebookLM.