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The epic fax that preceded the downfall of Hollywood's most feared agent

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10 honest reasons women are single that have nothing to do with 'not finding the one'

While finding a partner is often seen as the default, many women are explaining exactly why they are opting out of relationships to focus on themselves.

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She worked at NASA. Her Hinge date asked if she was the receptionist. Her response is legendary.

He tried to undermine her intelligence with a "joke," but her response shut him down instantly.

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Only 3 objects have ever been found inside the Great Pyramid. One of them vanished for a century.

Aside from these three artifacts, the chambers of the Great Pyramid have been entirely empty—and one of them was missing for over 100 years.

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5 foods that swing wildly between ‘best thing ever’ and ‘absolutely awful’

“Almost anything can blow your mind when prepared just right.”

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Michael Sheen bought $1 million of debt for 900 strangers just to teach greedy banks a lesson

"Once you’re underwater it’s very hard to get out again," the actor said, proving there are alternatives to the current system.

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A 'Severance' fan with Stage 4 cancer made a 'bucket list' request. Ben Stiller's reply is perfect.

After a fan reached out with a "bucket list" wish to meet the cast, Stiller's immediate response proved the internet can still be a force for good.

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27 honest things older people say they care less about as they age

From worrying about others’ opinions to chasing trends, seniors are revealing the burdens they are happily letting go of.

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The unbelievable 1982 Genesis reunion with Peter Gabriel was to save him from crushing debt

Gabriel found himself in an alarming situation, receiving “horrible phone calls and death threats” from creditors before his bandmates stepped in.

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Scientists found a brilliantly simple hack for spotting a liar

New research confirms that lying is so cognitively demanding, this one trick will cause a mental overload.

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The epic fax that preceded the downfall of Hollywood's most feared agent

Terrifying footage inside of Egyptian pyramids has people 'panicking'

Robert Redford's haunting portrayal of Death in 'Twilight Zone': 'It isn't me you're afraid of'

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10 honest reasons women are single that have nothing to do with 'not finding the one'

While finding a partner is often seen as the default, many women are explaining exactly why they are opting out of relationships to focus on themselves.

She worked at NASA. Her Hinge date asked if she was the receptionist. Her response is legendary.

He tried to undermine her intelligence with a "joke," but her response shut him down instantly.

Only 3 objects have ever been found inside the Great Pyramid. One of them vanished for a century.

Aside from these three artifacts, the chambers of the Great Pyramid have been entirely empty—and one of them was missing for over 100 years.

A simple misconception keeps young people feeling lonely. Here's how to break out of it.

“What if the people around you are far kinder than you think?”

Why 6174 is 'the coolest number in the universe' and people remain amazed by this math formula

"Not everything has to be useful to be appealing and fun"

5 foods that swing wildly between ‘best thing ever’ and ‘absolutely awful’

“Almost anything can blow your mind when prepared just right.”

Michael Sheen bought $1 million of debt for 900 strangers just to teach greedy banks a lesson

"Once you’re underwater it’s very hard to get out again," the actor said, proving there are alternatives to the current system.

A 'Severance' fan with Stage 4 cancer made a 'bucket list' request. Ben Stiller's reply is perfect.

After a fan reached out with a "bucket list" wish to meet the cast, Stiller's immediate response proved the internet can still be a force for good.

27 honest things older people say they care less about as they age

From worrying about others’ opinions to chasing trends, seniors are revealing the burdens they are happily letting go of.

The unbelievable 1982 Genesis reunion with Peter Gabriel was to save him from crushing debt

Gabriel found himself in an alarming situation, receiving “horrible phone calls and death threats” from creditors before his bandmates stepped in.

People share the 5 things they say are actually more valuable than time or money

"Friends willing to go on cool adventures with me."

Scientists found a brilliantly simple hack for spotting a liar

New research confirms that lying is so cognitively demanding, this one trick will cause a mental overload.

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She had a beautiful "one-word response."

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While finding a partner is often seen as the default, many women are explaining exactly why they are opting out of relationships to focus on themselves.

He tried to undermine her intelligence with a "joke," but her response shut him down instantly.

Aside from these three artifacts, the chambers of the Great Pyramid have been entirely empty—and one of them was missing for over 100 years.

“What if the people around you are far kinder than you think?”

"Not everything has to be useful to be appealing and fun"

“Almost anything can blow your mind when prepared just right.”

"Once you’re underwater it’s very hard to get out again," the actor said, proving there are alternatives to the current system.

After a fan reached out with a "bucket list" wish to meet the cast, Stiller's immediate response proved the internet can still be a force for good.

From worrying about others’ opinions to chasing trends, seniors are revealing the burdens they are happily letting go of.

Gabriel found himself in an alarming situation, receiving “horrible phone calls and death threats” from creditors before his bandmates stepped in.

From de-escalating arguments to ending awkward conversations, these "Jedi mind tricks" are surprisingly effective.

"Friends willing to go on cool adventures with me."

"[A]sking someone’s name a third time. Congrats, you’re 'buddy' forever now."

New research confirms that lying is so cognitively demanding, this one trick will cause a mental overload.

She had a beautiful "one-word response."

$7 for a bag in OK condition seemed like a decent deal, but then she discovered a lucrative bonus.

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