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Stranger Things 5 begins with a frantic race to the finish line
Stranger Things 5 begins with a frantic race to the finish line The fifth and final season of Stranger Things has begun, feeling like a frantic race to the finish line. The Duffer brothers have had a decade to craft a strong conclusion to their breakout hit series, but the start feels rushed. Stranger Things […]
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Vine walked so TikTok could run
Vine walked so TikTok could run Vine was a social media platform that allowed users to create and share six-second videos. The platform gained popularity among comedians, helping to launch the careers of several famous comedians. Vine’s vertical video format became a staple of internet culture, leading to an era of endlessly looping content. The […]
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How LimeWire ended the Napster music revolution
How LimeWire ended the Napster music revolution LimeWire was a file-sharing platform that played a significant role in ending the Napster music revolution. The platform allowed users to share and download music files, contributing to the widespread adoption of peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing. LimeWire’s popularity peaked around 2005-2006, coinciding with the rise of broadband internet […]
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You need to listen to this compilation of ‘80s Spanish ambient and electronic music
You need to listen to this compilation of ‘80s Spanish ambient and electronic music La Ola Interior is a compilation of ’80s Spanish ambient and electronic music that sounds surprisingly contemporary today. The genre was already established by the mid-’80s, but these artists were pushing the boundaries with more experimental works. The compilation covers a […]
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Deck out your tree with ornaments of retro consoles, movie moments, and more
Deck out your tree with ornaments of retro consoles, movie moments, and more Hallmark has released a wide range of ornaments that cater to various interests, including retro consoles, movies, TV shows, and brands. The company offers ornaments such as a replica Xbox 360 console ornament, a VHS tape ornament, and a CRT monitor with […]
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The Sony Watchman was must-see TV
The Sony Watchman was must-see TV The Sony Watchman was released in 1982, revolutionizing the concept of “TV” from a physical piece of furniture to a portable, personal device. The Watchman was one of the first devices to bring television into people’s homes, making it possible for them to watch their favorite shows and programs […]
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Super Robot Wars Y plays just like a kid’s giant robo fanfiction
Super Robot Wars Y plays just like a kid’s giant robo fanfiction Super Robot Wars Y is a game that plays like a kid’s giant robo fanfiction, featuring an overly silly and nonsensical plot. The game was released on Nintendo Switch and Steam on August 29th, with a demo available for players to try out. […]
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What my first five Steam purchases say about me
What my first five Steam purchases say about me Examining your first five Steam purchases can provide insight into your gaming habits over time. The act of looking at these early purchases serves as a “time capsule” that offers a glimpse into who you used to be. Comparing your current gaming habits with those from […]
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Why I love my Soviet Labubu
Why I love my Soviet Labubu The author recently acquired a “Soviet Labubu” from an Etsy seller, which turns out to be a bootlegged version of the Russian cartoon character Cheburashka. The Labubu is a small, stuffed toy with a distorted face and outfit, made in 1972, and is likely a fake or “Lafufu” due […]
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Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo would feel right at home on your GBA
Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo would feel right at home on your GBA Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo is a charming top-down adventure game for the GBA that lets you play as Pippit, a goofy bat who uses his yo-yo to attack enemies and traverse the world. The game’s story follows Pippit’s quest to retrieve […]
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