Share of US men under 30 not having sex almost triples in 10 years, study finds
US news
3 hours ago
Washington Post Data Reporter Christopher Ingraham took a look at stats from the General Social Survey which found that the number of people in the US "not getting laid is at a record high." The data also indicated that the number of men in the US under 30 not having sex has risen from 10% in 2008 to 28% in 2018. Answering questions from readers, Ingraham took a look at why this might be the case.
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The Gummi Bear experiment you didn't know you needed
Haha
3 hours ago
Scott Barolo (@sbarolo) decided to investigate a pack of "12 Flavor Gummi Bears." A wonderfully thorough series of "unbridled gummi science" ensued.
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Gamer whose fake 'swatting' call resulted in an officer-involved fatal shooting gets 20 years
US news
Yesterday
A judge sentenced 26-year-old Tyler Barriss to 20 years in prison in a plea deal stemming from 51 federal charges related to fake calls and threats. One particular "swatting" call led to the death of Andrew Finch when police approached his home to address what they thought was a hostage situation.
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Steph Curry's incredible heroics can't save the Warriors from themselves
NBA
Last night
Curry drained ridiculous three after ridiculous three to put the Dubs into OT versus the T-Wolves, and then carried on with the ridiculousness in the extra frame, only to be undone by a late foul call on Kevin Durant.
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An enthusiastic case for why Us deserves multiple viewings
Pop culture
4 hours ago
Jordan Peele's references, staging, symbolism and foreshadowing can be a lot to absorb in your rookie watch of Us. As @eveewing points out, going back for seconds yields an even more rewarding experience.
SPOILERS AHEAD
SPOILERS AHEAD
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Reviews of Tim Burton's Dumbo are out in time for its release
Movies
Yesterday
The live-action adaptation of the Disney animated classic is getting mixed reviews.
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Boxer Kubrat Pulev suspended over 'forced kiss'
Boxing
Yesterday
The Bulgarian heavyweight unexpectedly kissed reporter Jennifer Ravalo, aka Jenny SuShe, during an interview. She also said he later squeezed her buttocks. Pulev has been temporarily suspended from boxing in the state of California.
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Stevie Nicks becomes first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice
Music
Yesterday
Nicks was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by fellow artist Harry Styles who described her as "everything you could ever want in a lady, a lover and a friend." Nicks, who also performed several songs at the event, said she hopes her work is "opening up the door for other women."
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Apple cancels AirPower wireless charging mat
Technology
Yesterday
Apple senior VP of hardware Dan Riccio confirmed the news in a statement on Friday afternoon: "After much effort, we've concluded AirPower will not achieve our high standards and we have cancelled the project."
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When Drake plays a tiny club in your city and you don't believe it and stay home
Celebrity
Yesterday
The superstar rocked up onstage at the tiny Club Republic in the British city of Leicester, shortly after playing a huge arena show in nearby Birmingham. Drake had previously pulled a show in the city, leading many people to doubt he would show up when stories started to fly about a club appearance.
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Stereotypes about your hometown can get real tired real fast
Haha
Yesterday
Do people offer up the same takes about your hometown when you tell them where you're from? You're not alone.
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Auburn vs. UNC brings out the best in the Charles Barkley vs. Kenny Smith rivalry
2019 March Madness
Yesterday
The NBA on TNT co-hosts love to take friendly jabs at each other on the show, so when their alma maters faced off in the NCAA Tournament, all bets were off.
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President Trump bids farewell to Linda McMahon after her resignation
Politics
Yesterday
First reported by Politico, Small Business Administration chief and former WWE executive Linda McMahon is resigning. McMahon and Trump delivered a joint statement regarding the news. McMahon is moving on to work for a pro-Trump Super PAC.
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Auburn loses Chuma Okeke to a nasty knee injury as they look to make the Elite 8
2019 March Madness
Last night
During Auburn's dominant Sweet 16 showing against No. 1 UNC, Okeke went down with a non-contact knee injury and had to be assisted to the locker room.
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Happy tears start flowing when a young Bucks fan brings her Giannis artwork the man himself
NBA
Yesterday
During an autograph signing event with fans, Giannis Antetokounmpo met 11-year-old Lily, who came with a collection of her artwork inspired by the NBA MVP frontrunner. Giannis was so impressed he left his seat to give Lily a hug, creating a lifelong memory for Lily and her dad (@WISportsRadio).
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Cillian Murphy reportedly joining the sequel to A Quiet Place
Movies
Yesterday
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Dunkirk and Peaky Blinders actor is set to join Emily Blunt in A Quiet Place 2, the follow-up to the smash hit directed by Blunt's husband, John Krasinski.
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Trump issues new presidential permit for Keystone XL pipeline
US news
Yesterday
The US president issued a new permit to "construct, connect, operate, and maintain pipeline facilities" related to the stalled Keystone XL pipeline. The permit aims to speed development of the controversial pipeline, which was first proposed in 2008.
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The landlord of two of the November 2015 Paris attackers was sentenced to prison
World news
Yesterday
Jawad Bendaoud, who housed two jihadists involved in the November 13, 2015 Paris attacks, has been formally sentenced to prison for four years by a Paris court. He will also be deprived of civil and civic rights for five years.
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AP Stylebook introduces new umbrella entry for 'race-related coverage'
Media
Yesterday
The 2019 Associated Press Stylebook suggests avoiding the term "racially charged" as a euphemism for racist or racism. The updated style guide also says the percentage sign is now acceptable when paired with a numeral in most cases.
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