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Netflix Originals Aren't Forever: Nearly 100 Titles Are Leaving in 2026
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Netflix Originals Aren't Forever: Nearly 100 Titles Are Leaving in 2026

Nearly 100 Netflix Originals are set to be removed in 2026 as licensing deals expire. Find out why the 'Original' tag doesn't mean a show will be on Netflix forever.

Inside Vinted's Wild West: Why the 70M-User Marketplace Is a Hotbed of Chaos
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Inside Vinted's Wild West: Why the 70M-User Marketplace Is a Hotbed of Chaos

Vinted, the second-hand marketplace with 70M users, is becoming known for more than just bargains. We explore the bizarre user behavior, from diaper packaging to police threats, and why experts say online interactions are becoming more unhinged.

The Insurgent: A Leading 'Never Trump' Republican Runs for Congress—as a Democrat
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The Insurgent: A Leading 'Never Trump' Republican Runs for Congress—as a Democrat

Conservative lawyer and prominent Trump critic George Conway has filed to run as a Democrat for a New York congressional seat, entering a crowded primary that includes JFK's grandson.

Instacart Scraps AI Pricing Test After Outcry Over Price Discrimination
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Instacart Scraps AI Pricing Test After Outcry Over Price Discrimination

Instacart has ended its controversial AI-powered pricing tests following a study and lawmaker pressure over price discrimination. We analyze the implications for AI ethics and platform regulation.

U.S. Bipartisan Bill Seeks to End Taxes on Small Stablecoin Payments, Overhaul Crypto Rules
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U.S. Bipartisan Bill Seeks to End Taxes on Small Stablecoin Payments, Overhaul Crypto Rules

A bipartisan U.S. House bill, the PARITY Act, proposes major changes to crypto tax rules, including a $200 capital gains exemption for stablecoin payments and tax deferral options for staking rewards.

‘60 Minutes’ in Turmoil as Reporter Slams New CBS Chief for ‘Political’ Censorship
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‘60 Minutes’ in Turmoil as Reporter Slams New CBS Chief for ‘Political’ Censorship

A firestorm has erupted at CBS News after a '60 Minutes' correspondent accused the network's new chief, Bari Weiss, of political censorship for pulling a story on Trump's deportation policies.

The 90-Second War: How Viral Videos Redefined Conflict in 2025
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The 90-Second War: How Viral Videos Redefined Conflict in 2025

In 2025, news of global conflict from Sudan to Gaza is consumed in 90-second clips. We analyze how engagement algorithms are reshaping our worldview, and the societal impact of short-form video journalism.

Last-Minute Lifesavers: Score a $150 Beats Studio Pro and Deep Discounts on Pixel Before They're Gone
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Last-Minute Lifesavers: Score a $150 Beats Studio Pro and Deep Discounts on Pixel Before They're Gone

Time is running out for Christmas gifts. Grab last-minute tech deals including Beats Studio Pro for $149.99 (57% off), Google Pixel 10 at its lowest price ever, and more.

Coinbase Acquires The Clearing Company to Bolster 'Everything Exchange' Push
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Coinbase Acquires The Clearing Company to Bolster 'Everything Exchange' Push

Coinbase is acquiring The Clearing Company to grow its new prediction markets platform. The move is part of the crypto exchange's strategy to become an 'Everything Exchange,' as the prediction market sector tops $4B in weekly volume.

Spotify's Library Plundered: Pirate Activists Leak 86 Million Songs in 300TB Data Heist
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Spotify's Library Plundered: Pirate Activists Leak 86 Million Songs in 300TB Data Heist

Pirate group Anna's Archive scraped 300TB of data from Spotify, including 86 million audio tracks. Spotify confirms the breach and is taking action. The incident sparks a debate over piracy vs. digital preservation in the streaming era.

U.S. Cites National Security Risks to Curb Offshore Wind, Sparking Policy Debate
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U.S. Cites National Security Risks to Curb Offshore Wind, Sparking Policy Debate

The U.S. Interior Department is citing vague "national security risks" to slow offshore wind development, a move critics say is the Trump administration's latest push to limit renewable energy.

Japan Bets on Deep-Sea Mining, Plans Rare Earth Facility by 2027 to Counter China
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Japan Bets on Deep-Sea Mining, Plans Rare Earth Facility by 2027 to Counter China

Japan announces plans for a deep-sea rare earth processing facility by 2027 on Minamitorishima island, aiming to tap vast reserves 6,000 meters deep to reduce its critical mineral reliance on China.