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LeBron James is vaccinated but also gave the unvaccinated more ammo

LeBron James took the NBA's vaccination efforts one step forward before taking it one step back. During the Lakers's first media day of the 2021-2022 NBA season, James revealed he was vaccinated but stopped short of advocating for others to do the…

Mic · Sep 29, 2021

23 species of animals and plants have been declared extinct

Odds are, you've never seen an ivory-billed woodpecker. The stunning and long-endangered avian species has eluded birdwatchers for generations, sending people deep into the swamps of the southeastern United States just to catch a glimpse of the…

Mic · Sep 29, 2021

This right-wing "health care organization" is making millions off of fake COVID cures

Some Pro-Trump conservatives who still refuse to get vaccinated are relying on hydroxychloroquine and ivermectin to treat the virus — drugs that the FDA and the medical community have staunchly warned against taking. This week, the Intercept…

Mic · Sep 29, 2021

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A union dispute is threatening to shut down Hollywood

Even before we were firmly in year two of a global pandemic, movies and television were a cultural salve that kept us binge watching and meme making. When the world is so politically divided, the content we consume is often a rarified common ground.…

Mic · Sep 29, 2021

Here's what to expect from the COVID booster as far as side effects

Now that the COVID-19 boosters are rolling out for older Americans and those with high-risk jobs, some of us are voicing our anxiety about side effects. A lot of people found the vaccine side effects — nightmarish chills and low grade fevers —…

Mic · Sep 29, 2021

Madison Cawthorn, go back to Sunday school

At a certain point you have to wonder if North Carolina Republican congressman and committed seditionist Madison Cawthorn knows he's completely full of shit, or if he's bought into his own MAGA-fied sense of both personal (and, evidently, racial)…

Mic · Sep 29, 2021

Can hash gummies really give you a heavenly, holistic high?

I swore off edibles almost as soon as I first tried them five or so years ago. Like many cannabis newbies, I bit off way, way more than I could handle, sending myself spiraling into a pit of panic. A tentative nibble of a hash-infused Kiva espresso…

Mic · Sep 29, 2021

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New research shows that Republicans still aren’t down with science

Even though I have been following the shenanigans of anti-vaxxers and the politicization of medicine closely, I’ve stayed mostly optimistic that advances in medical science would win everyone over eventually. But new research suggests that…

Mic · Sep 28, 2021

What's next for the #FreeBritney movement's most devoted supporters?

On Wednesday, Britney Spears's conservatorship will be reviewed by a Los Angeles court. It’s not totally clear what the outcome will be — lawyers for Britney have asked that her dad, Jamie Spears, be removed as her conservator, while Jamie has filed…

Mic · Sep 28, 2021

After a drone strike in Kabul killed 10 civilians, Democratic senators want Biden to scrap the practice

Throughout the War on Terror, the United States has continuously utilized drones despite knowing that these tactics kill indiscriminately. Last month, an airstrike in Kabul, Afghanistan, which the U.S. military said was supposed to target suicide…

Mic · Sep 28, 2021

Even in states where weed is legal, Black Americans are still getting arrested for it

American drug law enforcement is a race issue. This is not just my leftist opinion; there is significant data that supports the fact that POC are disproportionately searched, arrested, and prosecuted on drug charges in this country. A lot of…

Mic · Sep 28, 2021

Greta Thunberg on world leaders' climate promises: "Blah blah blah"

It's been two years since Greta Thunberg led millions of kids and young adults around the world in participating in the largest known demonstration demanding climate action. How much has changed since then? Well, some of the countries responsible…

Mic · Sep 28, 2021

It certainly seems like South Dakota's governor bullied state employees to help her daughter's career

Despite having once insisted that Hunter Biden's personal business decisions did "grave damage" to then-presidential candidate Joe Biden's "credibility," South Dakota Republican Gov. Kristi Noem would evidently prefer it if people did not mention…

Mic · Sep 28, 2021

R. Kelly was found guilty on all counts, and could serve decades in prison

On Monday, R. Kelly was found guilty on all counts of racketeering and sex trafficking, the culmination of a weeks-long trial against the former R&B star. The verdict comes after years of Kelly dodging countless accusations of sexual misconduct,…

Mic · Sep 27, 2021

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Mic · Sep 27, 2021

The reason Simone Biles quit was more heartbreaking than we could've ever imagined

Simone Biles deserved to quit a long time ago. In a cover story for The Cut published Monday, Biles opened up about her decision to pull out of competition at the Olympics, an unexpected move that caused shockwaves throughout the sports world. Most…

Mic · Sep 27, 2021

How to end a text conversation without being rude

'I want people to recognize that they have power to put boundaries on how they communicate with others.'

Mic · Sep 27, 2021

Biden got the COVID booster shot and didn't even flinch

President Biden is a very old man. I can say that because it's objectively true. At 78 years old, with fully grown grandchildren, Biden is currently maxing out the average life expectancy in the United States, while entering the record books as the…

Mic · Sep 27, 2021

Yet another COVID variant has dropped. Here's the lowdown on R.1

While the Delta variant has been largely to blame for cockblocking Hot Vax Summer, it might be worth diverting some of the spotlight on Delta to another variant: R.1. According to experts, the R.1 variant may have a higher chance of causing…

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Mic · Sep 27, 2021

Ronald Reagan's would-be assassin is about to get a full, unconditional release

It's been more than 40 years since John Hinckley — in a delusional attempt to woo actress Jodi Foster — opened fire on President Ronald Reagan outside a Washington, D.C., hotel, injuring not only his target, but two nearby law enforcement officials…

Mic · Sep 27, 2021

43 common mistakes that you don't realize are costing you money every day

Not only are many of these ideas budget-friendly, but they'll help you cut down on waste, too.

Mic · Sep 26, 2021

The 15 best cooling sheets

Studies show that people who sleep at cooler temperatures actually have longer, deeper sleeps, and one of the easiest ways to stay cool at night is by making sure you have the right sheets. The best cooling sheets have a low thread count, are…

Mic · Sep 25, 2021

The 10 best minimalist wallets

To tote only the essentials, the best minimalist wallets have room for your everyday cards, cash, and change without the bulk of traditional wallets. Quality options are available in a variety of colors and materials, to suit your needs and style.…

Mic · Sep 25, 2021

People are calling these 48 things with near-perfect reviews their most amazing finds of the year

If there's one tip I've picked up from shopping online, it's to always check the reviews. Customers are always willing to tell you the nitty-gritty details of a product; the stuff you wish you'd known before buying it. But if you're too busy to sit…

Mic · Sep 25, 2021

The 7 best IPA glasses to maximize your brew's flavor

The right beer glass can make an IPA taste better — and the best IPA glasses elevate the experience of drinking the hop-forward beverage. They typically feature a tapered lip to capture the aroma and maximize the flavor and make the brew sing.…

Mic · Sep 24, 2021

Delta might be the last COVID nightmare variant we get

It’s officially been a year-and-a-half since the pandemic reared its hideous head in the U.S. and we've finally gotten the prediction we've all been waiting for: The worst could actually be behind us — for real this time. This hopeful hypothesis…

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