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Buying sex toys on Shein? Read this first.

In case you weren't aware, clothing retailer Shein is one of the latest in a string of non-sex-related stores to add sex toys to their product base this year, ever since the sexual wellness industry boomed to an evaluation of over $35 billion as of 2023. There's serious money to be made in sex toy sales, and Shein wants to cash in. 

But with claims relating to poor ethics surrounding the brand, you might wonder whether Shein is the best place to grab your next vibrator — and experts have...

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A $33 portable powerhouse to charge all your devices

TL;DR: Power up everything simultaneously with this fast-charging 220W GaN USB-C 7-Port Charging Station for just $32.97 with free shipping. 

Most of us adore our tech. We couldn't imagine a life without our phones, laptops, or tablets. Give up our wireless earbuds? Never! The only problem is keeping them all charged and ready to go can be a hassle. 

If you need a legit charging station that can handle your tech-savvy lifestyle, this one might be the answer. The 220W GaN USB-C 7-Port...

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This $65 4K drone offers obstacle-free flying for newbies

TL;DR: This beginner-friendly 4K Dual-Camera Drone is on sale for just $64.97 (reg. $119.99) through October 27.

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A MacBook Pro with Touch Bar for just $379.99

TL;DR: This grade-A refurbished Apple MacBook Pro 13" with Touch Bar has 512GB SSD and is just $379.99.

Anyone looking for power, portability, and sleek design all rolled into one should take a close look at this Apple MacBook Pro. This near-mint refurbished gem offers high-end features at a fraction of the original price — just $379.99 (reg. $979). 

Ideal for professionals, creatives, or anyone who values speed and functionality, this machine packs a punch with its 3.1GHz i5 processor, 8GB...

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Love Minecraft? Get 'Minecraft: Java' and 'Bedrock' in this 2-for-1 deal

TL;DR: Get a digital download of two Minecraft editions, Java and Bedrock, for just $19.97 (reg. $29.99) at the Mashable Shop.

If you or someone on your shopping list is a Minecraft fan, you're going to want to pay attention to this buy-one, get-one offer. With this two-edition bundle of Minecraft Java and Bedrock, you get the best of both worlds. Whether you’re a Java purist or prefer the flexibility of Bedrock edition, this digital download offers both from a single launcher. And it's on...

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Win the workday with this project management software, now just $17.97

TL;DR: Turn projects into opportunities with Microsoft Project Pro 2021, now $17.97 (reg. $249) through October 27. 

Sometimes, a project hits your desk a little too hard. Whether it's tracking multiple people or just breaking down a complex workload, it's a lot to put on yourself without help, and that doesn't just mean help from your team. Sometimes, the right tools can really turn a complex job into a series of simple tasks, and Microsoft Project Pro fits the bill. Instead of getting lost...

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The sun will be really 'stormy' for the next year, NASA says

The colossal ball of hot gas at the center of our solar system will be lively for the next year, NASA said.

The sun has reached its "solar maximum period," which is a state of heightened activity in its 11-year solar cycle. It's normal, but will almost certainly bring more solar storms — the type that can disrupt our power grid and communication systems, but also light up the sky with brilliant auroras.

"It’s official: We have reached solar max phase!" the space agency posted online....

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To hell with the gatekeepers: Amazon 'Union' documentary and the future of film

In mid-July, in a sun-baked lot outside of Amazon Studios in Culver City, California, a group of writers and creatives were up in arms. They were four months into what would be a 6-month strike and picketing effort spanning the summer of 2023, fighting for a fair contract with studios. "It's not content," read one red and black sign. "Amazon Crime," read another, punctuated by a depiction of the signature Amazon logo in an uncharacteristic frown.  

One week prior, the National Labor...

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'Hysteria!': A complete guide to where you've seen these horror stars before

Maybe you're watching Peacock's Hysteria! and twitching on the verge of recollection: WHO is that familiar face screaming on your TV screen? The new horror-thriller series from Matthew Scott Kane not only delves into the Satanic Panic of the '80s with a fresh murder mystery to unearth but also boasts an ensemble cast studded with genre luminaries.

So whether you're a die-hard Deadite, an appreciator of elevated horror, or new to scary movies, here's a guide to where you've seen the cast of...

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'Bird' review: Andrea Arnold's coming-of-age fable comes up slightly short

Andrea Arnold lobs everything including the kitchen sink at her latest tale of realism, though she can't quite balance its highs and lows. Bird follows a poor 12-year-old's coming-of-age in Southeast England, and her friendship with a mysterious stranger. It's as much about grimy, tangible details as it is about ethereal ideas of what the lens can (and cannot) see, but this self-reflexivity is, at once, the movie's most breathtaking facet, as well as its undoing.

Arnold has long employed a...

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Erik Piepenburg

Bruce Campbell on ‘Hysteria!’ and Why the Satanic Panic Never Ended

The Peacock horror comedy finds timeliness in a dark chapter of American history. “Satan was always an existential threat,” the actor said.

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Judson Jones

Tropical Storm Nadine Forms in the Caribbean

The storm is expected to bring heavy rain to Mexico, Belize and Guatemala this weekend.

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Constant Méheut and Oleksandra Mykolyshyn

A Soldier Chose a Radical Way to Publicize Troop Fatigue: He Deserted

Serhii Hnezdilov, a Ukrainian soldier, said he wanted to draw attention to the need to discharge worn-out soldiers and replace them with fresh conscripts.

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Ana Ley

A Mayor’s Crisis Stirs Hope for Delayed Street Projects

Mayor Eric Adams has stalled plans to build bus and bicycle lanes. With his leadership under threat, the projects’ supporters see an opening.

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Rory Smith

Why Thomas Tuchel Was the Right Choice for England. And the Wrong One, Too.

An outcry over the hiring of a German to lead England’s national team was predictable. But don’t dismiss every objection out of hand.

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Farah Stockman

In a Swing County, Hidden Signs of Harris Support

A country road is crowded with Trump signs. But Harris supporters exist, quietly.

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Jamelle Bouie

When the Top General in the U.S. Says You’re ‘Fascist to the Core’

This is no ordinary election, and we cannot act like it is.

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Bret Stephens

Yahya Sinwar’s Death Is a Tricky Opportunity

A ceasefire is unlikely, but Israelis and Palestinians have new reasons for hope.

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Aimee Ortiz

Halloween’s Mutation: From Humble Holiday to Retail Monstrosity

Americans once made their own costumes and candy. Now, the holiday has rapidly commercialized, transforming into an economic juggernaut.

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Julie Turkewitz, Ana Ionova and José María León Cabrera

An Alarming Glimpse Into a Future of Historic Droughts

Record dry conditions in South America have led to wildfires, power cuts and water rationing. The world’s largest river system, the Amazon, which sustains some 30 million people across eight countries, is drying up.

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