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fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Bill Maher Effect

Trump's influence at the Kennedy Center has led to significant changes and controversies, including the awarding of the Mark Twain Prize to Bill Maher.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Bill Maher Effect

Trump's influence at the Kennedy Center has led to significant changes and controversies, including the awarding of the Mark Twain Prize to Bill Maher.
#comedy
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fromFuncheap
1 day ago

SF's Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)

The HellaFunny Olympics features San Francisco and Oakland comedians competing in a joke-off for a championship belt and residency at The Function Comedy Club.
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fromFuncheap
1 day ago

SF's Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)

The HellaFunny Olympics features a competitive comedy event between San Francisco and Oakland comedians.
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fromFuncheap
8 hours ago

"Mortified Live" Embarrassing Teen Diary Storytelling (SF)

Mortified is a live comedy show where adults share embarrassing teen diaries, showcasing humor and storytelling.
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fromFuncheap
8 hours ago

"Mortified Live" Embarrassing Teen Diary Storytelling (Berkeley)

Mortified is a live comedy show featuring adults sharing their embarrassing teen diaries, selling out shows for nearly 15 years.
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fromFuncheap
1 day ago

SF's Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)

The HellaFunny Olympics features a competitive comedy event between San Francisco and Oakland comedians every Saturday night.
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fromFuncheap
1 day ago

SF's Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)

The HellaFunny Olympics features a competitive comedy event between San Francisco and Oakland comedians every Saturday night.
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fromFuncheap
1 day ago

SF's Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)

The HellaFunny Olympics features San Francisco and Oakland comedians competing in a joke-off for a championship belt and residency at The Function Comedy Club.
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fromFuncheap
1 day ago

SF's Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)

The HellaFunny Olympics features a competitive comedy event between San Francisco and Oakland comedians.
fromPitchfork
6 hours ago

Thundercat: Distracted

Thundercat relinquishes his investment in a romance but won't leave it behind: 'Love is a two-way street/I'm letting go because both of us don't need to drive,' he sings in his trademark high falsetto.
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fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

The people who laugh hardest at their own pain aren't resilient. They learned early that if they set the tone for how their suffering was received, nobody else could decide it was worse than they were prepared to admit. The humor isn't processing. It's perimeter control. - Silicon Canals

Humor can mask emotional pain, allowing individuals to control perceptions rather than genuinely cope with distress.
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fromFast Company
15 hours ago

Let Justin Timberlake and Tiger Woods be a warning: The body cam footage industry could come for any of us

Body cam footage of arrests, while entertaining, raises ethical concerns about public shaming and the fragility of privacy.
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fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Hans Niemann plots a path from chess villain to vindication

Hans Niemann expresses frustration over cheating allegations that he believes have damaged his chess career.
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fromThe Atlantic
18 hours ago

Today's Atlantic Trivia: What Demonym Is That?

Demonyms vary widely, with unique examples like Liverpudlians and Kittitians, showcasing linguistic creativity.
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fromVulture
1 day ago

Saturday Night Live Recap: Jack Black Brings The Energy

Jack Black's return to SNL showcased strong writing and memorable characters, reaffirming his status as a reliable host in the five-timers club.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

SNL Seemingly Cracks a Joke About the Idea of Trump Getting Assassinated Audience Cheers Wildly

Che's joke during Weekend Update suggested that President Trump's theater visit could end badly, drawing a parallel to Lincoln's assassination. The audience reacted with loud cheers and applause.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

It's official: scientists aren't funny. But it doesn't have to be this way | Helen Pilcher

The findings confirm research that I conducted more than 20 years ago. Under the guise of the Comedy Research Project, Timandra Harkness and I performed a randomised clinical trial to assess whether or not science can be funny.
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fromJezebel
4 days ago

Getting 'Cancelled' Only Takes a Couple Years to Wear Off, Apparently

Cancel culture is ineffective as evidenced by Louis C.K.'s return to comedy after allegations of sexual misconduct.
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fromVulture
3 days ago

It's Nice to See Donald Glover Be Silly Again

Donald Glover embraces whimsy as he promotes The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, showcasing his charm and humor while voicing Yoshi.
fromBrooklynVegan
4 days ago

Eugene Mirman issues statement after being hospitalized with "serious injuries" in car crash

Thank you so much for all the well wishes, love and kind messages from friends and strangers. I am extraordinarily thankful to the heroic people that pulled me from the car and to the warm, kind and talented staff at the hospital that cared for me and got me on the mend!
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fromKotaku
3 days ago

AI-Generated Interview With One Piece Actor Published By Esquire

Esquire's Joy Ling stated, 'We were stoked to have some face time with the Japanese-American actor, but his schedule prevented it. With a driving need for a feature, we had to be inventive.'
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fromEsquire
4 days ago

Arsenio Hall's Stories from the '80s and '90s Are Truly Wild

Arsenio Hall reflects on his career, personal experiences, and the impact of racism in Hollywood and beyond.
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fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

How Arsenio Hall Captured the Culture

Arsenio Hall transitioned from a child magician to a groundbreaking late-night host, influencing the representation of hip-hop culture on television.
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fromEsquire
4 days ago

Arsenio Hall's Stories from the '80s and '90s Are Truly Wild

Arsenio Hall reflects on his career, personal experiences, and the impact of racism in Hollywood and beyond.
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fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

How Arsenio Hall Captured the Culture

Arsenio Hall transitioned from a child magician to a groundbreaking late-night host, influencing the representation of hip-hop culture on television.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Thursday news quiz: daring dogs, delinquent capybaras and far too many bananas

A Thursday news quiz with fifteen questions on current events, pop culture, and general knowledge invites participation and feedback.
#disney
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fromMail Online
6 days ago

Awkward moment crows RIP out Rapunzel's hair at Tokyo Disney Sea

Rapunzel's animatronic figure at Tokyo Disney Sea was interrupted by crows pulling her hair while she continued to sing.
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fromKotaku
1 week ago

Disney's AI Olaf Falls Down Dead In Front Of A Crowd Of Children

Disney has introduced a life-size Olaf animatronic that interacts with guests, but it malfunctioned dramatically at Disneyland Paris.
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fromMail Online
6 days ago

Awkward moment crows RIP out Rapunzel's hair at Tokyo Disney Sea

Rapunzel's animatronic figure at Tokyo Disney Sea was interrupted by crows pulling her hair while she continued to sing.
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fromKotaku
1 week ago

Disney's AI Olaf Falls Down Dead In Front Of A Crowd Of Children

Disney has introduced a life-size Olaf animatronic that interacts with guests, but it malfunctioned dramatically at Disneyland Paris.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Why do this spring's blockbusters feel so smug?

Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice combines multiple genres but relies on repetitive comedic elements that feel familiar and uninspired.
#april-fools-day
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fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

It's the Most Maligned Holiday of the Year. I Love It, and You Should Too.

April Fools' Day can be rebranded as a positive holiday focused on fun and lighthearted pranks rather than cruelty.
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fromThe Verge
5 days ago

April Fools' Day 2026: the best and cringiest pranks

Brands should reconsider their approach to April Fools' Day to avoid negative consequences.
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fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

It's the Most Maligned Holiday of the Year. I Love It, and You Should Too.

April Fools' Day can be rebranded as a positive holiday focused on fun and lighthearted pranks rather than cruelty.
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fromThe Verge
5 days ago

April Fools' Day 2026: the best and cringiest pranks

Brands should reconsider their approach to April Fools' Day to avoid negative consequences.
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fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Don't Write 'April Fools' On Your Tax Return Or Try A Trump-Protest Stunt Because The IRS Won't Be Laughing - Above the Law

Filing incorrect tax returns as a protest is illegal and can lead to serious consequences.
fromMashable
6 days ago

Fruit Love Island and other AI fruit slop are taking over the internet

Fruit Love Island, a TikTok series featuring AI-generated anthropomorphic fruits, has gone viral, amassing three million followers in just nine days, showcasing the bizarre intersection of technology and entertainment.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

DHS Slams Failed Comedian' Jimmy Kimmel Over Joke About Secretary Mullin's Plumbing Credentials

Secretary Mullin represents the best of blue-collar America, and failed comedian Jimmy Kimmel chooses to ridicule him for it, a DHS spokesperson told Fox News Digital in a statement.
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fromJezebel
6 days ago

So Wait, Our Army Helicopter Pilots Are Doing Unauthorized Missions for the Sake of Kid Rock Photo Ops?

The Army has reportedly suspended the two helicopter crews involved, which means we can only logically conclude that this wasn't actually a planned or authorized publicity stunt at all.
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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Reflecting on Oversexed Characters in Television Comedies

Sitcom characters increasingly display hypersexuality, eliciting both sympathetic laughter and envy from audiences.
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fromVulture
1 week ago

9 New Comedy Specials You Should Definitely Watch (When You Have a Moment)

Netflix's early stand-up special for Zach Galifianakis initiated a revolution in comedy specials, leading to a vast increase in monthly releases.
fromVulture
1 week ago

Anchors Reweighed: No Singing in the Navy

No Singing in the Navy is a deep, subversive engagement with the myth of Golden Age innocence and the sour taste of the twisted romance between American imperialism and Broadway.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Howie Mandel Apologizes for Awkward On-Air Moment With Kelly Ripa, Insists He Was Only Joking

Howie Mandel apologized to Kelly Ripa for misinterpreting a compliment about his age during a recent episode of Live with Kelly and Mark.
#bill-maher
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fromConsequence
1 week ago

Bill Maher "Honored" to Receive Mark Twain Prize After Reaching "Compromise" with Trump

Bill Maher will receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor and plans to give it to Donald Trump as part of a compromise.
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fromVulture
1 week ago

Prepare for Unbearable Levels of Smugness

Bill Maher is the first recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, despite recent criticism from Trump.
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fromConsequence
1 week ago

Bill Maher "Honored" to Receive Mark Twain Prize After Reaching "Compromise" with Trump

Bill Maher will receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor and plans to give it to Donald Trump as part of a compromise.
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fromVulture
1 week ago

Prepare for Unbearable Levels of Smugness

Bill Maher is the first recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, despite recent criticism from Trump.
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fromFuncheap
1 week ago

Free Sunday Comedy Night in Downtown SF

The Function is a new upscale comedy club in San Francisco's Hayes Valley offering free tickets and a lineup of top comedians.
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fromVulture
1 week ago

RuPaul's Drag Race Recap: Oops! All Karens

The episode features a disappointing puppet mini-challenge and a one-on-one improv challenge with RuPaul inspired by TikTok videos.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Scott Jennings Blasts Jimmy Kimmel Over Insult' To Working-Class Americans'

If you had to be governed by 100 plumbers or 100 sneering, elitist, broken-brained, know-nothing, hack liberal comedians in Hollywood, what would you choose? I know what I would choose. I'd take the plumbers, the working class, every single time.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

He's Best Known for His Role in The Princess Bride. But He's Also One of Our Most Important Playwrights.

Wallace Shawn's new play, What We Did Before Our Moth Days, opens with a provocative monologue about a 25-year-old's relationship with a 13-year-old girl, challenging societal norms.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

A full-circle moment': why Stephen Colbert is an enticing fit for Lord of the Rings

Stephen Colbert is writing a screenplay for a new Lord of the Rings movie, showcasing his love for Tolkien despite his comedic background.
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fromMail Online
1 week ago

The 20 most ANNOYING emojis, according to Brits - do you use them?

The thumbs up emoji is considered the most annoying by many, perceived as blunt and dismissive in communication.
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fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

What parents need to know about 'Pretty Lethal,' 'The Madison' and more

Pretty Lethal is a gory female-led horror-comedy featuring violent scenes and strong language.
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from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Dave Ramsey's Blunt Message to Couples Still Deep in Debt: 'You're Broke'

Prioritizing debt repayment over discretionary spending is crucial for financial progress.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Toxic Confidence Has Taken Over

A rise in confidence and self-promotion is evident across various fields, overshadowing previous norms of modesty and humility.
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fromVulture
1 week ago

Dream-Casting an American Version of Last One Laughing

Importing U.K. television shows like Last One Laughing could succeed in the U.S. market, following its international adaptations and popularity.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Digested week: Garrick Club confirms an actual woman has joined the queen | Emma Brockes

Season two of Deadloch offers hilarious and rude humor, showcasing unique Australian wit through its odd couple cop duo and absurd situations.
fromVulture
1 week ago

Fact-Checking Chris Fleming Won Late Night This Week

ARMY Twitter was aflutter with accusations that the warm-up comic for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon made a racist joke. He said, 'Anybody here from the North? No? Nobody?' Fans interpreted that as being directed at the band, implying that one of them was from North Korea.
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fromFuncheap
1 week ago

April Fool's Comedy Show: Laughs at The Lariat Tavern

Stand-Up Comedy returns to The Lariat Tavern on April 1st featuring top local comedians and hosted by Emon Dismore.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Jimmy Kimmel Doubles Down After Trump Protests His DHS Chief Plumber' Joke

The president and his pals in the MAGA media are not happy with me right now. Trump even called in to Fox to complain about me tonight.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Fox News Host Plays Clip of Markwayne Mullin Plumbing Commercial Amid Right-Wing Outrage Over Kimmel Mocking New DHS Chief's Old Job

Markwayne Mullin, the new Homeland Security Secretary, demonstrated how to clean a garbage disposal in a vintage commercial, showcasing his plumbing expertise. Cain remarked that this background makes Mullin a great DHS secretary.
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fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
1 week ago

Joe Sib Show in Santa Cruz-San Jose Punk Rock Story

It's time for 2026 California to wake up to the fact that Sib, Joe Sib, is a contender for the Best of Us Award. It's wildly rare to have an artist like Sib who crosses over from being in the early punk rock scene to co-founding SideOneDummy Records and discovering talent like Flogging Molly.
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fromWIRED
1 week ago

The Comedy Club at the End of the Metaverse

Meta's Horizon Worlds faces shutdown, impacting community-driven VR experiences like the Soapstone Comedy Club.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

"You Got Any Gas?" and Other Questions to Love

Asking obvious questions can seem odd, especially to a clueless teenager. However, the value of talking about small things can have big benefits.
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fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The Meme-Washing of RFK Jr.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. uses humorous AI-generated memes to promote his health message, engaging a younger audience with absurdity and humor.
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fromVulture
1 week ago

Daniel Radcliffe Wishes He Played an NBC Page on 30 Rock

Daniel Radcliffe shares personal insights on food preferences, religion, and the impact of individual actions on community.
fromDefector
1 week ago

Suburban Homeowner Starts, Loses Fight With Enormous Jack Reacher Star Alan Ritchson | Defector

Reacher, in Reacher, is generally righteous, but the code that he follows serves mostly to offer him one shortcut after another to outlandishly brutal violence.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Dario Fo at 100: a deliriously funny playwright with a deadly serious purpose

Dario Fo's genius lay in his ability to merge political and popular theatre, bringing satire to the masses through his multifaceted roles in the arts. His works, particularly Accidental Death of an Anarchist, achieved global acclaim and earned him the Nobel Prize for literature in 1997.
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fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

Pokemon Scalpers Nearly Choke Each Other Out Over Cards

Violence erupted among adults over access to a Pokémon card vending machine, highlighting extreme behavior in the scalping culture.
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fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

Baseball Season Is Back; Let's Celebrate with Its Most Absurd Jargon

Baseball combines slow-paced moments with bursts of excitement, featuring unique jargon that reflects its rich history and culture.
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fromEsquire
2 weeks ago

Tina Fey Was the Unexpected Hero of 'SNL UK'

SNL UK premiered on March 21, featuring Tina Fey as the first host, closely emulating the American original with a mix of sketches and humor.
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fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Saturday Night Live U.K. Should Be More British

SNL U.K. premiere features a sketch on British politics influenced by American SNL, raising questions about its target audience and cultural relevance.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

I'm a big bear. I lumber': showbiz superstar Richard Kind on delivering performances you can see from space

Richard Kind has had a diverse acting career, currently starring in Mel Brooks' musical The Producers as Max Bialystock.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

'Bluey' experience opens at Disneyland. Here's what it's like

Bluey has debuted at Disneyland with a performance-focused takeover featuring shows, games, and dance parties, emphasizing imaginative play and family bonds.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Saturday Night Live UK review it didn't fail and it could have been a lot worse

In the end, a comedy show leaves you with a feeling that tells you whether it worked or not. The general feeling... will be that the inaugural episode of Saturday Night Live UK did work.
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fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

"SNL" Took on Looksmaxxing With a Weekend Update Segment

The U.K. version of Saturday Night Live debuted, while a cut sketch featuring Sarah Sherman gained popularity online in the U.S.
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