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fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
Parenting

People Are Recalling The Biggest Adult Tantrums And Hissy Fits They've Ever Witnessed

Adults can exhibit childish behavior in situations of criticism or frustration.
Witnessed tantrums can reflect deeper issues and personal struggles.
Service workers often bear the brunt of adult tantrums in public settings.
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago
NYC parents

People Who've Worked For The Ultra-Wealthy Are Airing Out Alllllllll Their Dirty Laundry

The super rich exhibit extreme behaviors and spending habits that stand in stark contrast to average people's struggles.
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
Parenting

People Are Recalling The Biggest Adult Tantrums And Hissy Fits They've Ever Witnessed

Adults can exhibit childish behavior in situations of criticism or frustration.
Witnessed tantrums can reflect deeper issues and personal struggles.
Service workers often bear the brunt of adult tantrums in public settings.
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago
NYC parents

People Who've Worked For The Ultra-Wealthy Are Airing Out Alllllllll Their Dirty Laundry

The super rich exhibit extreme behaviors and spending habits that stand in stark contrast to average people's struggles.
more#reddit-stories
Film
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

"Caught by the Tides" Is a Gorgeous Vision of Loss and Renewal

In "Caught by the Tides," Jia Zhangke explores personal freedom versus societal constraints through the struggles of his characters.
fromBuzzFeed
4 days ago
Parenting

15 Hilarious Stories About Kevin...The Dumbest Man In The World

The article highlights humorous absurdity in everyday experiences with individuals who struggle with basic tasks.
fromianVisits
4 days ago
London politics

'Excellent Women' author Barbara Pym celebrated with an English Heritage Blue Plaque

Barbara Pym is honored with a Blue Plaque, recognizing her significant contributions to literature during her life in London post-World War II.
#satire
Miami food
fromSun Sentinel
6 days ago

Book review: Vintage Carl Hiaasen attitude guides his new 'Fever Beach' about 'dumb as a post' white supremacist

Carl Hiaasen's "Fever Beach" captures Florida's absurdity through humor and sharp commentary on societal issues, especially in the context of flawed characters.
Humor
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Laughing in the Face of 'Overwhelming Malice'

Humor, especially dark or sarcastic, is increasingly used as a means of coping with dire social and political conditions.
Silicon Valley
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

The 'Succession' creator's new movie skewers tech billionaires and a Meta-like company

"Mountainhead" explores the tensions among tech billionaires amid global unrest, showcasing the consequences of wealth and influence.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US news

Best of the Babylon Bee: Trump fired for forgetting to reply to Elon and more hilarious headlines

The article humorously highlights absurd news events and societal commentary through satire.
Humor is used to address serious and surreal circumstances in contemporary society.
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago
NYC politics

NYC's wacky April Fool's Day Parade is celebrating 40 years as a satirical spectacle

The NYC April Fool's Day Parade celebrates its 40th anniversary by using satire to confront societal absurdities and political follies.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US news

Best of the Babylon Bee: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. neutralizes the Kool-Aid Man and more hilarious headlines

Weekly humorous takes from The Babylon Bee provide comedic relief with political and cultural satire.
Miami food
fromSun Sentinel
6 days ago

Book review: Vintage Carl Hiaasen attitude guides his new 'Fever Beach' about 'dumb as a post' white supremacist

Carl Hiaasen's "Fever Beach" captures Florida's absurdity through humor and sharp commentary on societal issues, especially in the context of flawed characters.
Humor
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Laughing in the Face of 'Overwhelming Malice'

Humor, especially dark or sarcastic, is increasingly used as a means of coping with dire social and political conditions.
Silicon Valley
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

The 'Succession' creator's new movie skewers tech billionaires and a Meta-like company

"Mountainhead" explores the tensions among tech billionaires amid global unrest, showcasing the consequences of wealth and influence.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US news

Best of the Babylon Bee: Trump fired for forgetting to reply to Elon and more hilarious headlines

The article humorously highlights absurd news events and societal commentary through satire.
Humor is used to address serious and surreal circumstances in contemporary society.
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago
NYC politics

NYC's wacky April Fool's Day Parade is celebrating 40 years as a satirical spectacle

The NYC April Fool's Day Parade celebrates its 40th anniversary by using satire to confront societal absurdities and political follies.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US news

Best of the Babylon Bee: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. neutralizes the Kool-Aid Man and more hilarious headlines

Weekly humorous takes from The Babylon Bee provide comedic relief with political and cultural satire.
more#satire
#comedy
Podcast
fromConsequence
1 month ago

So Far, John Mulaney's Everybody's Live Is the Best Money Netflix Has Spent In Years

The season premiere of Everybody's Live demonstrated a refreshing balance of scripted and unscripted moments, engaging audiences with relevant topics and comedic sketches.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Bill Burr Hits Back at Jerk-Off' Ben Shapiro for Accusing Him of Going Woke'

Bill Burr dismissed Ben Shapiro's criticism, labeling him a jerk-off and criticized the concept of 'wokeness' as a profit-driven term.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Relationships

Men are asking women for NBA-style 4-year marriage contracts: 'If we don't want to renew, be a free agent'

Proposing marriage contracts like NBA deals could enhance commitment and openness in relationships.
Podcast
fromConsequence
1 month ago

So Far, John Mulaney's Everybody's Live Is the Best Money Netflix Has Spent In Years

The season premiere of Everybody's Live demonstrated a refreshing balance of scripted and unscripted moments, engaging audiences with relevant topics and comedic sketches.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Bill Burr Hits Back at Jerk-Off' Ben Shapiro for Accusing Him of Going Woke'

Bill Burr dismissed Ben Shapiro's criticism, labeling him a jerk-off and criticized the concept of 'wokeness' as a profit-driven term.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Relationships

Men are asking women for NBA-style 4-year marriage contracts: 'If we don't want to renew, be a free agent'

Proposing marriage contracts like NBA deals could enhance commitment and openness in relationships.
more#comedy
#public-art
fromArtforum
1 month ago
Arts

HOLDING THE LINE

Christine Sun Kim's art prominently integrates Deaf culture into public spaces, reshaping communication and identity representations through various artistic mediums.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
NYC LGBT

Man stands on NYC street corner in his skivvies to raise cash for engagement ring

A Maryland performance artist is raising money for an engagement ring by performing in public while wearing minimal clothing.
fromArtforum
1 month ago
Arts

HOLDING THE LINE

Christine Sun Kim's art prominently integrates Deaf culture into public spaces, reshaping communication and identity representations through various artistic mediums.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
NYC LGBT

Man stands on NYC street corner in his skivvies to raise cash for engagement ring

A Maryland performance artist is raising money for an engagement ring by performing in public while wearing minimal clothing.
more#public-art
SF LGBT
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Roxane Gay: 'The level of harassment that you get, and the death threats and the rape threats... that part is really hard'

Roxane Gay's forthright commentary on social issues resonates with a wide audience, despite personal challenges.
Her influence continues through a substantial social media following, showcasing her unapologetic viewpoint.
#music
NYC music
fromVulture
2 months ago

Will the Revolution Start at a Jesse Welles Concert?

Fans at the Bowery Ballroom balanced current events with music, finding joy in Jesse Welles' socially conscious performances amid a climate of stress.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
NYC music

U.K. Folk Bands Use Centuries-Old Ditties to Discuss Prison Abolition, Trans Rights and the Gig Economy

Shovel Dance Collective connects traditional folk themes to modern societal issues.
NYC music
fromVulture
2 months ago

Will the Revolution Start at a Jesse Welles Concert?

Fans at the Bowery Ballroom balanced current events with music, finding joy in Jesse Welles' socially conscious performances amid a climate of stress.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
NYC music

U.K. Folk Bands Use Centuries-Old Ditties to Discuss Prison Abolition, Trans Rights and the Gig Economy

Shovel Dance Collective connects traditional folk themes to modern societal issues.
more#music
#military
fromColossal
2 weeks ago
Arts

Five Years in the Making, an MiG-21 Fighter Jet Gets a Glow-Up from Tens of Millions of Glass Beads

Ralph Ziman's 'The MiG-21 Project' transforms military jets into art with glass beads, challenging perceptions of war and violence.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

Kimmel Mocks Pete Hegseth's Rumored Pentagon Makeup Studio

Jimmy Kimmel humorously critiques the media's focus on appearances in the military while highlighting warriors' dedication.
fromColossal
2 weeks ago
Arts

Five Years in the Making, an MiG-21 Fighter Jet Gets a Glow-Up from Tens of Millions of Glass Beads

Ralph Ziman's 'The MiG-21 Project' transforms military jets into art with glass beads, challenging perceptions of war and violence.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

Kimmel Mocks Pete Hegseth's Rumored Pentagon Makeup Studio

Jimmy Kimmel humorously critiques the media's focus on appearances in the military while highlighting warriors' dedication.
more#military
Fashion & style
fromstupidDOPE
1 week ago

Brigade's Spring/Summer 2025 Collection Channels Global Inspirations and NYC Spirit | stupidDOPE

Brigade's Spring/Summer 2025 collection enhances cultural storytelling with global influences while honoring Puerto Rican and Dominican heritage.
fromCreative Bloq
1 week ago
Graphic design

You need to explore these mysterious watercolours of ancient mythological creatures

Flintica's artwork blends fantasy and ecological awareness, inspiring viewers to connect with nature and their own humanity.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
Humor

'Make Sure You Die Screaming' Is an Absurd Road Trip Novel for Modern Times

Zee Carlstrom's debut novel offers a humorous yet dark road trip adventure filled with heavy themes and complex characters.
#theater
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago
Humor

Review: 'Underpants' in San Jose does justice to Steve Martin's humor

A mishap at a parade leads to unexpected consequences and newfound desirability for his character, Louise.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Berlin music

Curtain Calls: Here are the Blueberries' a powerful production from Berkeley Rep

The play Here There Are Blueberries challenges audiences by focusing on the perpetrators of the Holocaust rather than the victims.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago
React

Gangs of London star is devastating as man who stands up against the herd

The revival of 'Rhinoceros' emphasizes the enduring themes of social conformism through absurdist satire.
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago
Humor

Review: 'Underpants' in San Jose does justice to Steve Martin's humor

A mishap at a parade leads to unexpected consequences and newfound desirability for his character, Louise.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Berlin music

Curtain Calls: Here are the Blueberries' a powerful production from Berkeley Rep

The play Here There Are Blueberries challenges audiences by focusing on the perpetrators of the Holocaust rather than the victims.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago
React

Gangs of London star is devastating as man who stands up against the herd

The revival of 'Rhinoceros' emphasizes the enduring themes of social conformism through absurdist satire.
more#theater
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Silicon Valley food

It's the Most Devious Childhood Prank of All. Now It's Under Threat by a Familiar Foe.

The tradition of egg throwing is rooted in social commentary and has varied interpretations across cultures.
#film-analysis
Film
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Mickey 17 is a big middle finger to space-obsessed strongmen

Bong Joon Ho's Mickey 17 tackles workers' rights through dark comedy and timely social commentary in a turbulent political landscape.
fromVulture
2 weeks ago
Independent films

Sinners Is Bold, Ambitious, and Just Misses Greatness

The South is integral to America's identity, often misrepresented, especially regarding its Black communities and history.
Film
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Mickey 17 is a big middle finger to space-obsessed strongmen

Bong Joon Ho's Mickey 17 tackles workers' rights through dark comedy and timely social commentary in a turbulent political landscape.
fromVulture
2 weeks ago
Independent films

Sinners Is Bold, Ambitious, and Just Misses Greatness

The South is integral to America's identity, often misrepresented, especially regarding its Black communities and history.
more#film-analysis
Humor
fromDecider
2 weeks ago

Stream It Or Skip It: '#1 Happy Family USA' on Prime Video, an animated comedy about a Muslim-American family trying to fit in after 9/11

Ramy Youssef's series explores post-9/11 cultural tensions through humor and personal experiences, focusing on the challenges faced by American Muslims.
#celebrity-culture
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
NYC startup

Gayle King insists she was like Alan Shepard on her space joyride'

Gayle King and friends faced backlash for their space tourism trip, perceived as disconnected from broader social issues.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
NYC startup

Gayle King insists she was like Alan Shepard on her space joyride'

Gayle King and friends faced backlash for their space tourism trip, perceived as disconnected from broader social issues.
more#celebrity-culture
#blue-origin
OMG science
fromPage Six
2 weeks ago

Olivia Wilde shades Blue Origin after star-studded flight crew completes 10-minute space mission

Olivia Wilde and others criticize Blue Origin's all-female flight for being frivolous amid pressing global issues.
fromVulture
1 month ago
OMG science

Olivia Munn Doesn't Approve of the Girlboss Space Trip

Olivia Munn criticizes Blue Origin's all-women mission for being excessive amid pressing global issues.
OMG science
fromPage Six
2 weeks ago

Olivia Wilde shades Blue Origin after star-studded flight crew completes 10-minute space mission

Olivia Wilde and others criticize Blue Origin's all-female flight for being frivolous amid pressing global issues.
fromVulture
1 month ago
OMG science

Olivia Munn Doesn't Approve of the Girlboss Space Trip

Olivia Munn criticizes Blue Origin's all-women mission for being excessive amid pressing global issues.
more#blue-origin
#art
London food
fromDocument Journal
3 weeks ago

The taste of taboo: Petr Davydtchenko's roadkill delicacies

The exhibition 'KHAM: The Road' challenges perceptions of food by transforming scavenged carcasses into an elevated culinary experience.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Arts

Qualeasha Wood Is Making Digital Art IRL

Qualeasha Wood's art explores identity and vulnerability through recycled materials and digital themes, merging personal narrative with broader social commentary.
London food
fromDocument Journal
3 weeks ago

The taste of taboo: Petr Davydtchenko's roadkill delicacies

The exhibition 'KHAM: The Road' challenges perceptions of food by transforming scavenged carcasses into an elevated culinary experience.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Arts

Qualeasha Wood Is Making Digital Art IRL

Qualeasha Wood's art explores identity and vulnerability through recycled materials and digital themes, merging personal narrative with broader social commentary.
more#art
#lgbtq-representation
Photography
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Gordon and Jim after coming out to Gordon's mum: Sage Sohier's best photograph

The photographer aimed to portray the dignity of gay relationships during the AIDS crisis through intimate portraits and personal stories.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago
LGBT

'The Last of Us' Creator Didn't Want to Sweep 'Upsetting' Moments Under the Rug

The portrayal of homophobia in The Last of Us highlights societal biases and prejudices that are amplified in a post-apocalyptic world.
Photography
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Gordon and Jim after coming out to Gordon's mum: Sage Sohier's best photograph

The photographer aimed to portray the dignity of gay relationships during the AIDS crisis through intimate portraits and personal stories.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago
LGBT

'The Last of Us' Creator Didn't Want to Sweep 'Upsetting' Moments Under the Rug

The portrayal of homophobia in The Last of Us highlights societal biases and prejudices that are amplified in a post-apocalyptic world.
more#lgbtq-representation
US politics
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Edaein O'Connell: Donald Trump made his tariff announcement like a bingo caller in Benidorm or a GAA commentator in Monaghan

America is facing economic challenges akin to the 2008 crash, yet the contrasting leadership creates a comedic atmosphere.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London startup

What do young people really think about us oldies? I asked a few | Adrian Chiles

Generations often feel baffled by each other's behaviors, amplifying confusion about societal changes, especially among the youth and the elderly.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Writing

The Life, Old Age and Death of a Working-Class Woman review a son confronts his mother's decline

Didier Eribon reflects on his mother's tragic life and willful death following her decline in a nursing home.
#musical
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Independent films

The End review post-apocalyptic musical with Tilda Swinton is catastrophically self-indulgent

The End's ambition is overshadowed by its bloated runtime and uneven execution, despite impressive production design and timely themes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Independent films

The End review post-apocalyptic musical with Tilda Swinton is catastrophically self-indulgent

The End's ambition is overshadowed by its bloated runtime and uneven execution, despite impressive production design and timely themes.
more#musical
Cars
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

My Day Inside America's Most Hated Car

The Tesla Cybertruck evokes strong emotions and reactions, often negative, highlighting its controversial status.
Driving the Cybertruck in D.C. reveals societal tensions rooted in brand perception and political associations.
#wealth
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Relationships

Off-season: has The White Lotus become a letdown?

The White Lotus critiques the moral complexities of wealth through uncomfortable dialogues among privileged vacationers.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
World news

Tanya Sweeney: White Lotus nails it - the ugly truth is female friendships are full of jealousy and insecurity

The White Lotus blends glossy escapism with deep existential themes as it explores affluent American tourists' crises in a Thai resort.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Relationships

Off-season: has The White Lotus become a letdown?

The White Lotus critiques the moral complexities of wealth through uncomfortable dialogues among privileged vacationers.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
World news

Tanya Sweeney: White Lotus nails it - the ugly truth is female friendships are full of jealousy and insecurity

The White Lotus blends glossy escapism with deep existential themes as it explores affluent American tourists' crises in a Thai resort.
more#wealth
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Writing

The best translated fiction review roundup

Hassan Blasim's 'Sololand' presents comic yet horrifying novellas reflecting life in postwar Iraq.
Claire Baglin's 'On the Clock' explores workplace challenges and social immobility.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Grayson Perry: Delusions of Grandeur review pomposity puncturing gets lost in personae

Grayson Perry explores the conflict between his established outsider identity and current elevated status in the art world.
fromEngadget
1 month ago
Beer

What to read this weekend: A historical horror classic in the making, and an ex-Facebook employee's tell-all

The Buffalo Hunter Hunter uniquely intertwines historical horrors with vampire lore, presenting a tragic and complex character in Good Stab.
from48 hills
1 month ago
Mission District

Crowd packs theater for new doc on gentrification - 48 hills

Gentrification in San Francisco is a central theme explored in a documentary titled 'The City of Sensitive Frauds' by filmmakers Mario Riveira and Abraham Woodliff.
fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago
LA Kings

Paramount+ True Crime Series "Happy Face" Entertains Even as It Loses Direction | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

"Happy Face" critiques true crime culture while exploring familial suffering and the impact of a notorious killer's legacy.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Unnervingly on-the-nose': why Adolescence is such powerful TV that it could save lives

Adolescence tackles the grim realities of youth violence and societal issues surrounding toxic masculinity and male aggression.
#mickey-17
Film
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Bong Joon Ho's Parasite Follow-Up Takes On Trump. It's a Blast.

Mickey 17 offers a chilling commentary on exploitation and authoritarianism through the lens of a futuristic labor colony.
The film's release coincides hauntingly with contemporary societal issues.
Film
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

'Mickey 17': 6 Ways Bong Joon Ho Defined His Not So Distant Sci-Fi World

Bong Joon Ho's 'Mickey 17' uniquely addresses themes of human value through a sci-fi lens, emphasizing emotional depth and societal commentary.
Film
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Bong Joon Ho's Parasite Follow-Up Takes On Trump. It's a Blast.

Mickey 17 offers a chilling commentary on exploitation and authoritarianism through the lens of a futuristic labor colony.
The film's release coincides hauntingly with contemporary societal issues.
Film
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

'Mickey 17': 6 Ways Bong Joon Ho Defined His Not So Distant Sci-Fi World

Bong Joon Ho's 'Mickey 17' uniquely addresses themes of human value through a sci-fi lens, emphasizing emotional depth and societal commentary.
more#mickey-17
Media industry
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Tanya Sweeney: Selena Gomez's fiance may be punching - but why are we all so obsessed with 'looksmatching'?

Public reaction to Gomez's engagement to Blanco reveals societal biases regarding beauty in relationships.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Andrew Schulz Presents Theory of Anti-Semitism to Bari Weiss: If the Economy's Flourishing, Nobody's Even Thinking About Jewish Conspiracies'

Rising anti-Semitism is partly fueled by perceptions of Jews as 'other' and economic envy.
Film
fromArtforum
1 month ago

Cold Outside and In

Hong Sang-soo's film offers a warm commentary on human vulnerability and social norms amidst a cold societal landscape.
#crime
Everyday cooking
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Dabba Cartel' Is a Go-Go-Go Drama With Depth

Dabba Cartel blends crime, humor, and social commentary, portraying ordinary people's descent into the drug trade against a backdrop of personal and societal struggles.
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

New to New York? Get ready to learn to be a crook

New York City has become a challenging and chaotic environment, attracting many who may not adapt well to its complexities.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Europe politics

Eilis O'Hanlon: 'Is stealing a couple of bottles of whiskey really worthy of Crimecall?'

Crimecall's inclusion of petty theft raises questions about its relevance.
Theft of whiskey in Dungarvan may not warrant public attention.
Everyday cooking
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Dabba Cartel' Is a Go-Go-Go Drama With Depth

Dabba Cartel blends crime, humor, and social commentary, portraying ordinary people's descent into the drug trade against a backdrop of personal and societal struggles.
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

New to New York? Get ready to learn to be a crook

New York City has become a challenging and chaotic environment, attracting many who may not adapt well to its complexities.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Europe politics

Eilis O'Hanlon: 'Is stealing a couple of bottles of whiskey really worthy of Crimecall?'

Crimecall's inclusion of petty theft raises questions about its relevance.
Theft of whiskey in Dungarvan may not warrant public attention.
more#crime
Film
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Bong Joon-Ho On "Mickey 17" And Why Humans Keep Making The Same Mistakes - Even In The Future

Bong prioritizes audience engagement in his films, allowing for deeper reflections on themes after viewing.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The left keeps getting identity politics wrong and the right is benefiting from that | Ash Sarkar

Sam Fender is challenging the dominance of identity politics by highlighting the need to address class issues in society.
Arts
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Artists Giving Figurative Sculpture New Life

Artists are exploring the flexible and transient nature of the body in a time of heightened vulnerability and scrutiny.
The contemporary perspective on the body as moldable and evolving is gaining traction among artists and curators.
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