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Apple Partially Closes Stores in New York City Amid Spread of Omicron Cases

The city's seven stores are open for pickup only, the company said.

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Why watch a movie that'll scare you with one story, when you can watch an anthology packed with a whole variety of frights?

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An Ode To My Dave Filoni Action Figure

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The Most Hellacious Weather of 2021, As Seen From Space

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The Matrix Resurrections‘ Co-Writers Dig Into the Movie’s Spoilers and Biggest Questions

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Moderator Who Watched Hours of Traumatic Videos Sues TikTok for Failing to Protect Her Mental Health

The former content moderator says she has developed panic attacks and depression. She also has a hard time sleeping and experiences horrific nightmares.

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Apple Must Let Dating Apps Offer Alternative Payment Options in the App Store, Dutch Regulator Says

If Apple doesn't comply with the regulator's decision within two months, it could face a fine of up to $56.5 million.

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Open Channel: What Pop Culture Surprised You This Year?

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