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The Controversial Hinge Hack Going Viral

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 1h

Hinge’s “Standouts” tab collects people’s best matches and allows users to match with them by sending a “rose,” which, after the first free one, you can pay $3.99 for. A group of women are now hacking the app to get their “Standouts” into their regular feed.

Women have figured out how to free hot guys from ‘rose jail’ and get first dates.

The Sandy Liang Collaboration You Actually Need

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 2h

Everybody say, “Thank you, Gap!”

Everybody say, “Thank you, Gap!”

Trump Might Get to Send the National Guard Anywhere He Wants

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 3h

Federal judges have slowed President Trump’s attempts to deploy the National Guard in places like Chicago and Portland. But when the Supreme Court weighs in, there’s a good chance they’ll hand Trump another big win.

Federal judges have slowed President Trump’s attempts to deploy the National Guard in places like Chicago and Portland. But when the Supreme Court weighs in, there’s a good chance they’ll hand Trump another big win.

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New York Magazine @nymag.com · 3h

Since moving here in 2023, Chef Alexia Duchêne has mostly adapted to American customs — except for the lines. ‘In New York, the bigger the line, the more people want to join it,’ she writes in this week’s Diet. ‘I cannot comprehend them.’

Chef Alexia Duchêne Can Only Wait So Long for Matcha

Since moving here in 2023, Chef Alexia Duchêne has mostly adapted to American customs — except for the lines. ‘In New York, the bigger the line, the more people want to join it,’ she writes in this week’s Diet. ‘I cannot comprehend them.’

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Can you solve the latest Vulture 10x10 daily crossword puzzle clue? 15-Across, Four Letters: Style of YouTube video popularized by Hank and John Green

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 4h

Can you solve the latest Vulture 10x10 daily crossword puzzle clue? 15-Across, Four Letters: Style of YouTube video popularized by Hank and John Green

The University Puzzle

Your Daily Horoscope by Madame Clairevoyant: October 10, 2025

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 4h

Every weekday, the Cut’s astrology expert, Claire Comstock-Gay (aka Madame Clairevoyant) reads the horoscope for every zodiac sign.

Every weekday, the Cut’s astrology expert, Claire Comstock-Gay (aka Madame Clairevoyant) reads the horoscope for every zodiac sign.

Can an AI ‘Tinder for Jobs’ Make Looking for Work Suck Less?

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 4h

Apps claiming to automate job hunting with AI offer an alternative to services like LinkedIn but threaten to overwhelm employers with spam.

Apps claiming to automate job hunting with AI offer an alternative to services like LinkedIn but threaten to overwhelm employers with spam.

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New York Magazine @nymag.com · 5h

We’re crashing weddings, planning big escapes, having sex in the woods, and time-traveling in an action-packed finale.

Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season-Finale Recap: A Little Escape

We’re crashing weddings, planning big escapes, having sex in the woods, and time-traveling in an action-packed finale.

The Great British Baking Show Recap: A Work of Tart

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 5h

It’s another week with a confusing showstopper challenge, but that doesn’t stop this week’s Star Baker, who is starting to put together a run.

It’s another week with a confusing showstopper challenge, but that doesn’t stop this week’s Star Baker, who is starting to put together a run.

Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season-Finale Recap: A Little Escape

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 5h

We’re crashing weddings, planning big escapes, having sex in the woods, and time-traveling in an action-packed finale.

We’re crashing weddings, planning big escapes, having sex in the woods, and time-traveling in an action-packed finale.

The Next Minecraft Movie Gets a Release Date

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 8h

Chicken jockeys, we ride at dawn. The second ‘Minecraft’ movie is coming out in 2027. Who’s in it? What’s the actual film title? These are things we don’t know yet.

Chicken jockeys, we ride at dawn. The second ‘Minecraft’ movie is coming out in 2027. Who’s in it? What’s the actual film title? These are things we don’t know yet.

No Doubt Is Reuniting for a Six-Show Sphere Residency

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 11h

No Doubt is reuniting in 2026 for a six-show residency at MSG’s Sphere in Las Vegas. Gwen Stefani will be the first woman to headline the venue, if you don’t count AI Dorothy.

No Doubt is reuniting in 2026 for a six-show residency at MSG’s Sphere in Las Vegas. Gwen Stefani will be the first woman to headline the venue, if you don’t count AI Dorothy.

The Real Housewives of Miami Reunion Recap: Rock, Paper, Scissoring

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New York Magazine @nymag.com · 11h

In the second reunion episode, Julia and Adriana each share their version of their past hookup, shedding new light on their entire relationship.

In the second reunion episode, Julia and Adriana each share their version of their past hookup, shedding new light on their entire relationship.

Baseball Players Really Do Love Hot Dogs

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 13h

I’m of the belief that hot dogs can and should be enjoyed post-baseball season, and it looks like Paul Skenes agrees.

I’m of the belief that hot dogs can and should be enjoyed post-baseball season, and it looks like Paul Skenes agrees.

J.P. Morgan’s Jamie Dimon is building a campus in midtown Manhattan, with the new 270 Park Avenue tower as its centerpiece.

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New York Magazine @nymag.com · 13h

J.P. Morgan’s Jamie Dimon is building a campus in midtown Manhattan, with the new 270 Park Avenue tower as its centerpiece.

Here Comes Dimonville

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New York Magazine @nymag.com · 13h

Comedians like Aziz Ansari and Jessica Kirson need to look elsewhere for organizations to donate their Riyadh Comedy Festival money. Human Rights Watch said they ‘cannot accept’ donations from them.

Human Rights Watch Doesn’t Want Any Riyadh Comedy Festival Money

Comedians like Aziz Ansari and Jessica Kirson need to look elsewhere for organizations to donate their Riyadh Comedy Festival money. Human Rights Watch said they ‘cannot accept’ donations from them.

What Is Zabar’s Without Saul?

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New York Magazine @nymag.com · 13h

Saul Zabar, who died this week at the age of 97, was old enough to have been around when his parents opened shop in 1934. Although he’s one of three Zabar brothers, Saul was the institution within a landmark.

The family’s figurehead always insisted their famous store was bigger than one person. We’re about to find out if that’s true.

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New York Magazine @nymag.com · 14h

The far right freakout over Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show continues. Turning Point USA promised to host its own ‘All-American’ Halftime Show, despite the fact that Puerto Rico is part of America.

Turning Point USA Will Hold Its Own Super Bowl Halftime Show

The far right freakout over Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show continues. Turning Point USA promised to host its own ‘All-American’ Halftime Show, despite the fact that Puerto Rico is part of America.

Matlock Actor Fired Following Sexual Assault Allegation

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New York Magazine @nymag.com · 15h

David Del Rio, Billy Martinez, on the CBS legal drama ‘Matlock’ was fired and escorted off set following an investigation into an incident involving a female co-star.

David Del Rio, Billy Martinez, on the CBS legal drama ‘Matlock’ was fired and escorted off set following an investigation into an incident involving a female co-star.

Beware Pam Bondi’s Huge Ring

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New York Magazine @nymag.com · 15h

According to the ‘Wall Street Journal,’ Trump is holding a grudge after being scratched by her hefty jewelry.

According to the ‘Wall Street Journal,’ Trump is holding a grudge after being scratched by her hefty jewelry.

New Toys Alert: Seasonal Jellycats and Scary Labubus

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New York Magazine @nymag.com · 15h

Here are the toy launches we’re particularly excited about right now, including holiday-themed Squishmallows skincare, Clixo dinosaurs, Hello Kitty and Mean Girls Bratz dolls, and Popmart’s ‘Why So Serious’ blind-box toys (feat. Labubu).

Here are the toy launches we’re particularly excited about right now, including holiday-themed Squishmallows skincare, Clixo dinosaurs, Hello Kitty and Mean Girls Bratz dolls, and Popmart’s ‘Why So Serious’ blind-box toys (feat. Labubu).

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New York Magazine @nymag.com · 16h

New York, the sleepover pop-rap duo of Gretchen Lawrence and Coumba Samba are pushing their own vision of girlhood.

New York Are Tumblr Girls at Heart

New York, the sleepover pop-rap duo of Gretchen Lawrence and Coumba Samba are pushing their own vision of girlhood.

Dimonville Comes to Midtown Manhattan

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 16h

Jamie Dimon is building a campus in midtown Manhattan. JPMorgan has several other properties besides its new headquarters at 270 Park.

Jamie Dimon is building a campus in midtown Manhattan. JPMorgan has several other properties besides its new headquarters at 270 Park.

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Drake’s Lawsuit Over ‘Not Like Us’ Has Been Dismissed

New York Magazine @nymag.com · 16h

Will he finally accept that it’s OVO-ver? A federal judge has dismissed Drake’s defamation and harassment lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.” Drake could potentially appeal the ruling.

Will he finally accept that it’s OVO-ver? A federal judge has dismissed Drake’s defamation and harassment lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.” Drake could potentially appeal the ruling.