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He-Man Isn’t an 80s Archetype and That’s By Design [EXCLUSIVE]

He-Man from this iteration of Masters of the Universe isn’t an 80s archetype this time around, and that’s largely by design. The Mary Sue’s Rachel Leishman sat down with Masters of the Universe director Travis Knight to talk about the new film. Our friend mentioned that the soundtrack never quite…

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Southwest customer accuses worker of body-shaming after being told she needs to buy 2 seats: ‘What was the issue if you were the only one in the row?’

A Southwest Airlines traveler finds her seat and sits down, noticing that no one is sitting next to her. Then a worker comes up to her, making her feel singled out for the airline’s new customer-of-size policy.

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‘She said she grew up poor?’: Chappell Roan says she doesn’t like fame. So why did she go to a $3,000-a-week camp to learn how to become famous?

Things have just gone from bad to worse for Chappell Roan. One TikToker’s explosive claims about her background have caused netizens to doubt her humble beginnings.

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‘He didn’t believe me’: Woman walks home after fight with her boyfriend. Then a truck squeals to a stop beside her

A woman decided she was going to walk home after getting into a huge fight with her boyfriend. Then, she noticed his truck screeching behind her, which commenters said was a sign that she’s in a healthy relationship.

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Woman checks into Airbnb. There’s no hot water or heat. Then Airbnb denies her refund request: ‘This is why hotels are the ONLY option’

Being an Airbnb host isn’t as easy as it may sound. Sure, you may be able to earn a decent income renting out your home to strangers. All of this at the cost of expensive maintenance, unpredictable personalities and your sanity. Difficult guests come with the territory, and it can…

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‘LIKE WHAT THEY TRYNA SAYYY’: Woman sits down at nail salon—then promptly gets handed the ‘towel of shame’

Getting mani/pedis at the nail salon should be a pampering and relaxing form of self-care. As you sit in an armchair, the warm jets soak your feet while the technicians work to bring your vision to life. For this woman, it quickly turned into an unpleasant experience.

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Houston woman goes out of town. Then she realizes she’s missing 3 Rolexes, an $8K Chanel bag, and ammunition. Then she checks the Ring camera

Dog and home sitters have become a popular alternative to kennels, but just how safe is it? As TikToker Halie Hope (@halie.hope1) found out, there is always a risk.

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Florida woman goes to nail salon. Then the manager ‘bullies’ her and a worker in front of the whole salon: ‘THEY MADE YOU CRY??’

For many people, getting their nails done is a form of self-care and personal expression. But the industry hides a not-so-well-kept secret.

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Woman gets free scalp detox sample from Ulta. Now she says she’s left with chemical burns: ‘You need to get a lawyer’

We all love free samples when shopping at cosmetics stores like Ulta Beauty, especially now that this perk is somewhat rare.

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‘This happens often in Florida, one of the biggest… trafficking places in the world’: Florida woman stays at hotel. Then others recount their stories

Recently, The Mary Sue shared a story about a woman who was disturbed during a stay at a DoubleTree near Boca Raton, Florida. The post garnered significant attention, which led some viewers to supply tips about their experiences with hotels across.

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“I had an essence of an idea about how important he was”: ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ Star Breakdowns The ‘Deep Space Nine’ Themed Episode

Huge episode for 'DS9' fans.

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‘I thought that was bad luck’: Houston woman goes to Kay, Jared to try on engagement rings. The gag? She’s single

A Houston woman went to multiple jewelry stores, like Kay’s and Jareds to try on engagement rings. The best part? She’s single.

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California woman goes to Costco. Then she shows how to check if olive oil is ‘real’: ‘They teach us in culinary school’

Packaged foods in grocery stores sometimes pose as something they’re not. Consumers often need a sharp eye to notice it.

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‘I now have glass stuck in my thumb’: PetSmart customer buys Playology cat toy—then claims its dangerous material became embedded in her finger

Buying a pet toy is always a coin toss. On one hand, you never know whether your temperamental cat is going to prefer a state-of-the-art $85 toy over a dilapidated cardboard box. On the other hand, it’s difficult to judge whether a shiny new trinket would be safe for animals—or…

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‘Do you play me for a fool?’: NYC woman picks up Zara dress at Salvation Army. Its price tag has her accusing the thrift store of ‘losing its mind’

A New York City woman walks into the Salvation Army and picks up a pink Zara dress with its original tags still intact. She can’t believe how much the thrift chain wants to charge for the donated dress.

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‘The price went up to $435’: Texas woman wants the discontinued Coach Quilted Tabby 33. But is it worth it with the reported quality issues?

A Texas-based handbag collector finds the discontinued quilted Coach Tabby 33 on eBay after missing out on buying it a year earlier. However, she asks other fans of the brand to weigh in on the purported quality issues with the unique fabric.

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‘Even the eggs’: D.C. woman places Instacart order with male shopper. Why on Earth did he throw it over the fence?

Instacart deliveries usually come with a doorbell ding, not a full Olympic toss. But one woman’s grocery order arrived less “handled with care” and more “yeet it and hope for the best.” Her proof? A video of how she found her groceries launched over her fence and onto the lawn.…

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‘You can actually face criminal charges for this’: Airplane passenger chooses the Exit Row—but she says she won’t help

Choosing your row and seat can be crucial on a flight. Passengers usually focus on spots to prevent motion sickness, areas where they can quickly exit, or on avoiding the middle seat sandwiched between two strangers.

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‘I would never think to bring my heavy cup on a trip like that…’: Connecticut flight attendant suffers fractured foot after customer mistake on plane

You might assume a flight attendant’s biggest risk of injury comes from turbulence or, in worst-case scenarios, something going wrong with the aircraft itself.In reality, many on-the-job injuries come from passengers and the items they bring onboard. Unruly behavior is one part of it, and exposure to things like radiation…

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‘I was gonna take a bath before bed’: Woman checks into Seattle Hilton hotel at 1am. Then she turns the bath on

The occasional oddity is all part of the hotel experience—but TikTok user Isabella Olivas (@isabellamolivas) discovered something on another level while staying in what she claims to be a Hilton hotel.

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New York City man asks woman on the street if she wants a designer bag. Then she follows him into an alley: ‘Girl I watch too much Dateline for this’

Just when you think New York City has exhausted all its side quests, another one pops up, similar to a true-crime cold open. Except instead of a true-crime ending, the “secret” back room has very convincing Gucci and Louis Vuitton wallets appearing like contraband party favors. TikTok, however, is torn…

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He makes you feel like you are the only one in the world’: NYC woman dates 2 Hinge men. When it’s time to pick one, she chooses the guy who takes the news better

Online dating can feel like running a one-man HR department. You’re sifting through profiles, managing multiple conversations, and trying to figure out who’s actually serious about a real relationship. For those who want something long-term, there’s another layer: how honest can you be about seeing more than one person, and…

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‘The strangest part is that he’s going’: Man gets invited to wedding. Then he takes a closer look at invitation. Now his wife is speaking out

Weddings, while a joyous occasion brimming with love, can also be a hotbed of drama, tension, and tiptoeing, especially when it comes to the guest list. Couples have to compromise on which distant cousin will get an invite, whether kids will be allowed, and discuss the controversial topic of plus…

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‘I can’t stop crying’: Woman gets on 2-hour Delta flight to New York. Then she sees her seatmate’s text message about her

Almost anyone who has flown knows how uncomfortably cramped airline seats are. Being squished next to a rude seatmate can make the rest of the flight even more unpleasant. A woman’s flight was off to a turbulent start after she saw what her seatmate wrote about her in a text…

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‘Oreos too’: Utah man bites into Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup. Then he notices something different

A Utah father sneaks some candy out of his child’s Halloween basket, snagging a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup. However, he says he was disappointed by the taste.

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