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The 10 best Pixar movies of all time, ranked

There's animation, then there's Pixar. The animation studio owned by Disney revolutionized computer-generated entertainment in the late 1990s, and it's never looked back since.

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The Silence of the Lambs, Pan’s Labyrinth, and more: Here are the 12 best thriller movies that stand the test of time

The best thriller movies help establish what a thriller actually is.

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How NASA trained astronauts using a really cool waterslide and a ‘rubber room’

NASA gave astronauts a way to put their minds at ease with a secret rubber room below their launchpad, and the way to get there is a little whimsical.

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You can now get 5,000 free audiobooks — and they use your own A.I.-generated voice

Researchers are now using synthetic text-to-speech technology to transform eBooks into audiobooks, and not just any audiobooks — ones that use your own AI-generated voice.

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Everyone is dunking on MLB’s Oakland Athletics about a gift they gave player Miguel Cabrera – here’s why

The Oakland A's gave Miguel Cabrera a particularly thoughtless and cheap gift.

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Best Buy is practically giving away this 50-inch QLED 4K TV today

Best Buy is practically giving away this 50-inch QLED 4K TV today in an incredible smart Google TV deal.

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Laundry Sauce will make you want to ditch your old detergent forever

Laundry Sauce offers a host of laundry-focused and amazingly-scented add-ins to spruce up your next load of laundry.

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Brand Profile: How Dr. Squatch went from a viral social media startup to men’s grooming sensation

We sat down with an exec to get a little insight into how Dr. Squatch took itself from a scrappy social media company to a massive men's grooming powerhouse.

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E.T., The Goonies, Back to the Future: Your old VHS tapes might actually be worth thousands

Some people want to own films on Blu-ray or 4K. Old-school nerds will remember when everything had to be watched on VHS tapes, though.

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Babe Ruth explains how to swing a baseball bat in this incredible 90-year-old-video

One of the best hitters of all time was undoubtedly Babe Ruth, and in a recently resurfaced video, he offers a pretty succinct explanation of two different types of hitting. As the Great Bambino explains, there were two popular styles of hitting at the time.

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Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the U.S., alpine touring (2nd) and splitboarding (5th) also rank high

According to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), the racket sport has grown over 170% in the past four years. But it's not alone in seeing enormous growth.

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What is Kratom? Everything you need to know

Even though Kratom has been trending in the health and wellness scene, many health professionals have mixed opinions on how well it works and how safe it is.

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The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Andor: All of your favorite Star Wars series, ranked

Since acquiring Star Wars, one of the best decisions Disney has made is turning the saga into more of a TV franchise.

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A Bob Ross original from his first show heads to auction, bids start at $9.8 million

If there are any 80s and 90s kids who grew up watching Bob Ross paint his way into your heart, the holy grail of items is up for sale – for only $9.85 million.

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Ranked: The 11 best Tom Hanks movies ever

It's hard to choose just a handful of movies when making a list of Tom Hanks' best ones, but we're giving it a try.

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Is ‘Family Guy’ on Disney Plus in 2023?

Whether you can stream the hilarious animated comedy 'Family Guy' on Disney Plus depends on where you're located and the terms of your subscription.

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Fight Club, Moneyball, and more: These are the 13 best Brad Pitt movies, ranked

Brad Pitt has been a prominent face on the silver screen for over 30 years now, so it's time to pick some favorites, from Quentin Tarantino-directed hits to iconic baseball films.

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Ultimate relaxation: This massage chair is $3,700 off until tomorrow

Best Buy Relaxing at home is a much-underrated activity for many of us. That’s why we had to highlight one of Best Buy’s deals of the day which has a Sharper Image Revival Zero Gravity Massage Chair down to $1,799. It usually costs $5,499 so you’re saving a spectacular $3,700 off the regular price. Whether […]

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Apple just gave hikers, campers, skiers, and snowboarders a great reason to use Apple Maps and ditch Google Maps

Apple is finally introducing offline maps, and it's a feature that will revolutionize the way hikers, campers, skiers, and snowboarders navigate the great outdoors.

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Apple has a classical music app you’ve probably never heard of, and just purchased a record label to support it

Through social media like Instagram and TikTok, classical music is getting the recognition it deserves, and Apple wants it to get even bigger with their new app.

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Incredible video shows how hard it is for MLB players to actually hit a baseball

Creative Commons Playing any sport at a high level comes with the kinds of challenges that very few people are capable of meeting. That’s why athletes get paid so well — they’re capable of doing things that the average person simply can’t. Among all the incredible feats that athletes accomplish, though, one of the most […]

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Costco has an exclusive Purple mattress you can’t get anywhere else, the PurpleRenew

An in-depth look at the Costco-exclusive PurpleRenew mattress.

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She shed? Yoga studio? Man cave? For $11k, this incredibly nice Costco shed can be whatever you want – with a catch

She shed, man cave, reading nook, yoga studio, scream hut — whatever you want your personal bubble in the backyard for, Costco wants to grant your wish.

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Shohei Ohtani all but gone, MLB franchise LA Angels may also lose Mike Trout: Report

Jeffrey Hayes / Wikimedia Commons The Los Angeles Angels may be on their way to a major team overhaul. Shohei Ohtani, who is one of the best and most innovative two-way players in the , has already made it clear that he wants to leave the team, and now, news has broken suggested that Mike […]

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What UFC champions Sean O’Malley and Aljamain Sterling eat while cutting weight in fight week

In this article, we get into the specifics to give you a rundown of what O'Malley and Sterling eat while cutting weight in fight week.

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CBD 101: A doctor tells us how to use CBD for sleep, anxiety, and pain

In recent years, CBD (cannabidiol) has emerged as a popular natural remedy for a range of health concerns, from sleep disturbances and anxiety to chronic pain.

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Walmart has a 75-inch 4K TV for less than $500 (seriously)

Onn. If you love to watch sports regularly, you need a suitably large TV to truly enjoy everything that’s unfolding in front of your eyes. That’s why we’re excited to see Walmart offering an Onn. 75-inch Frameless 4K TV for $498 for a limited time only. Usually priced at $578, you’re saving $80 off the […]

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Disney Plus, Hulu are getting major price hikes (because Disney really wants you to try the new Disney Plus bundle)

The Disney Plus bundle is designed to give fans a discounted price if they want both channels for their viewing pleasure.

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Podcasts every outdoors enthusiast will enjoy: The Crux, Dirtbag Diaries, and more

If you're out on a solo trail hike, get one of these podcasts in your earholes and make the outdoors part of everything you do.

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The Creator movie preview: This post-apocalyptic AI movie seems eerily on point right now

Disney With technology evolving rapidly, machines have taken prevalence in everyday human life more than ever before. Artificial intelligence (usually just referred to as AI) is expanding its reach to more sectors of society, from simple activities like copying faces and creating new art to more complex and alarming endeavors, such as replacing the need […]

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The most useful Shark Tank products: Get these immediately

From grooming to productivity, these are the best products featured on "Shark Tank" over the show's long run.

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Pepper Pong wants to be the pickleball of table tennis, but it’s really just an old-school NERF game

If you love weird, new games, say hello to Pepper Pong, the game taking a note from pickleball's success and bringing its fire to flat surfaces everywhere.

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If this iPhone 15 rumor is true, you’ll only need one cable for (almost) all of your Apple stuff – so stock up now

Apple might be listening to the woes of its customers, and if the iPhone 15 rumors are true, you might only need one cable for all but one of your Apple accessories.

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Oakley, Patrick Mahomes collab aims to push boundaries for youth sports

Patrick Mahomes has teamed with Oakley to bring more sunglasses to support their mission to move the game of football forward.

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You might be able to buy the iPhone 15 in Apple Stores next week – here’s how

If this rumor is true, you might be able to grab an iPhone 15 shortly after it's announced.

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There’s no Disney+ free trial — but this is the next best thing

Image used with permission by copyright holder If you love to watch new movies and shows, as well as check out some old favorites, you need to sign up for Disney Plus. It’s even more tempting at the moment as until September 20, you can sign up for three months of Disney Plus (with ads) […]

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The 10 best Pixar movies of all time, ranked

The Silence of the Lambs, Pan’s Labyrinth, and more: Here are the 12 best thriller movies that stand the test of time

You can now get 5,000 free audiobooks — and they use your own A.I.-generated voice

Best Buy is practically giving away this 50-inch QLED 4K TV today

Laundry Sauce will make you want to ditch your old detergent forever

Brand Profile: How Dr. Squatch went from a viral social media startup to men’s grooming sensation

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the U.S., alpine touring (2nd) and splitboarding (5th) also rank high

The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Andor: All of your favorite Star Wars series, ranked

Ranked: The 11 best Tom Hanks movies ever

Is ‘Family Guy’ on Disney Plus in 2023?

Fight Club, Moneyball, and more: These are the 13 best Brad Pitt movies, ranked

Ultimate relaxation: This massage chair is $3,700 off until tomorrow

Walmart has a 75-inch 4K TV for less than $500 (seriously)

Disney Plus, Hulu are getting major price hikes (because Disney really wants you to try the new Disney Plus bundle)

Podcasts every outdoors enthusiast will enjoy: The Crux, Dirtbag Diaries, and more

There’s no Disney+ free trial — but this is the next best thing

How to watch ESPN Plus: Stream on your PC, TV, and more

Unfortunately, the viral hot dog straw is now a real thing

NFL Sunday Ticket has a new home: How you can watch all the NFL games this season

The best Adam Driver movies, ranked

All 23 Six Flags theme parks in the U.S., ranked

These are the 10 best movies 2023 has brought us (so far)

Great for sports, this 85-inch QLED TV just got a major price cut

The best podcasts: These are the insightful, engaging shows to listen to

A new analysis says streaming services now cost more than cable (but the truth isn’t that simple)