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Scotomas: The Invisible Eye Threat That Could Be Hiding in Your Vision
It starts as a shimmer. A blur. Maybe a small black dot dancing on the edge of your sight. You blink — and it’s still there. And then, like a slow-blooming nightmare, a piece of your world just... disappears.
By Rukka Nova9 months ago in Geeks
The Mysterious Rise of Billy Gerhardt: Oak Island’s Quiet Power Player
If you’re watching The Curse of Oak Island and not paying attention to Billy Gerhardt, you’re missing one of the biggest mysteries the show has ever unearthed — and it has nothing to do with treasure.
By Rukka Nova9 months ago in Geeks
Pirate Shirt Outfit Ideas for Renaissance Fairs & Cosplay
Ahoy, costume lovers! If you're gearing up for your next Renaissance fair or a cosplay event, one wardrobe essential you can’t ignore is the iconic pirate shirt. Loose, dramatic, and dripping with theatrical energy, pirate shirts for men have made their way from 18th-century decks to modern-day festivals—and we’re 100% here for it.
By Aditya Agarwal9 months ago in Geeks
Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1: The Magical Kitchen Appliance That Transforms Meals With One Touch
Ever wish you could cook a delicious, home-cooked meal with just a few button presses? No more babysitting boiling pots, no more burning dinner, and definitely no more scrubbing five different pans? That used to be my dream too—until I discovered the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1. And believe me, it completely changed the way I cook.
By THE INSPIRER9 months ago in Geeks
Drop
Drop is one of those movies that the second the trailer starts you know it's going to be stupid. The very premise of this movie was stupid and quite honestly not sure how it was pitched that made a bunch of executives go “Oh we have to make this”, but that is my long winded way of saying that I expect absolutely nothing from this movie. If it is anything more than a shit show then it's gonna get a high score. I am anticipating a 2/10, but let’s see.
By Alexandrea Callaghan9 months ago in Geeks
KD_NY: The Unsung Hero Preserving Hip-Hop’s Lost History
HIP-HOP’S LOST & FOUND: HOW KD_NY BECAME THE CULTURE’S MOST TRUSTED ARCHIVIST By NWO Sparrow In an era where hip-hop history is often reduced to clickbait headlines and viral Twitter threads, KD_NY has emerged as something far more vital: a cultural archivist. With his signature blend of meticulous research and engaging storytelling, the YouTube historian has carved out a unique space in hip-hop media — one where forgotten truths are resurrected, and the genre’s most pivotal moments are given the modern context they deserve.
By NWO SPARROW9 months ago in Geeks
Ranking the 8 Best Themes from MTV's The Challenge
The Challenge has had 40 seasons and has had some amazing themes across various. From Rivals to Exes to Battle of the Eras there have been some amazing set ups for the season. This will be a list of some of the best themes from 8 to 1.
By Dylan Deckard9 months ago in Geeks
Andor Series Review (Season 2)
2016’s Rogue One was a production that impressed most movie-goers despite its troubled production. Tony Gilroy saw an opportunity to expand on it with a prequel series that dove deeper into the classic conflict of rebels and stormtroopers. The second season completes the story with an excellent flourish.
By Robert Cain9 months ago in Geeks
The Secret Behind the Sudden Cancellation of Lost Gold of World War II
It was one of the most addictive shows on the History Channel. A real-life treasure hunt with billion-dollar stakes. A team of explorers risking life and limb to dig up the greatest lost fortune of World War II.
By Rukka Nova9 months ago in Geeks
