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Hobbit Day — September 22, 2026

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“Hobbit Day, celebrated every September 22, honors J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved characters, Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, on their shared birthday. Embrace...”

Five questions before voting in November

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“For producers, elections have consequences that reach well beyond traditional political arguments. Decisions made in Washington, D.C., can affect...”

Tour the Hidden Worlds of ILM

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“ILM's Rebel Hideout is the real-life galactic center of the Star Wars universe. But it isn't the only theme room there.”

How to Get Started With Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP)

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“Stand-up paddleboarding is one of the world's fastest-growing outdoor sports. Here's the expert advice you need to try out paddleboarding.”

Here's Why Big-Bore Rifles Got So Popular in the Late 90s

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“Explore why hunters embraced big-bore rifles in the late '90s, from .45/70 nostalgia to Marlin Guide Guns and hard-hitting cartridges.”

This story was originally published in the October 2002 issue of Outdoor Life and it reflected shooting trends at the time.

The 11 Most Common Survival Mistakes That Will Get You Killed in the Backcountry

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“These simple survival mistakes can lead to catastrophic scenarios in the wilderness. Here's how to avoid them.”

AI slowdown calls justified but collapse of bubble may be more immediate threat

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“Scale of debt issuance being used to fund the hectic pace of the datacentre rollout by tech firms is a worry”

The doomsday buzz making the rounds in talking-head news reporting provides a proof-of-concept narrative that AI is powerful and can be weaponized. How else to attract the deep-pockets of national defense spending? All the talk of human extinction serves a financial purpose.