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Yap's Gap

Yap's Gap

Some changes and what's next!

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Sheerios, a dead fandom

Just a small observation in the wider conversation about Ed Sheeran and an artist's moral obligation.

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I've been thinking a lot about Charli D'Amelio.

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It's hard to tell what the vibe of summer 2026 was.

Lore Drop: Slate columnist and It's Steffi writer Steffi Cao

Lore Drop: Slate columnist and It's Steffi writer Steffi Cao

Let's take a look at the media that shaped this culture writer.

Lore Drop

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Chanty Beluga, woman of mystery

Who is this modestly viral character everyone is talking about?