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March 14 2023

Sabrina Brier Is TikTok’s Latest Character

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It was a dark Saturday night last month on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, where Saturday nights can get very dark, but Sabrina Brier, in a rhinestone necklace and strapless plaid pantsuit, was agleam onstage at a basement comedy club called Caveat warming up the crowd.

“You’re the butter, I’m the microwave,” she announced.

That particular joke passed quickly, but the metaphor hung in the air. After some years sweating on the back burner of show business, Ms. Brier, 28, has found instant success on the social media platform of the moment, TikTok. She has over 400,000 followers, and many more fans who view, “like” and share her videos, which mostly parody life as a young woman of some privilege and erratic self-confidence vacillating between the excitement of the city and the reassuring comforts of suburbia. (“You see this nook? Perfect for a pumpkin,” she declared in one about reclaiming fall, the supposed favorite season of “basic” white women. “Don’t blame me, blame the architect!”)

Ms. Brier specializes in point of view, or P.O.V., videos that confront relatable, often hateable characters, with a subtle sneer, gleefully rubbery body and arch delivery of generational catchphrases like “slay, queen” and “I got you,” often repeated for effect. She recently spoofed the Get Ready With Me (GR.W.M.) genre that has women across America smearing makeup on their faces, plugging beauty products and oversharing in equal measure.

P.O.V. of that GR.W.M.: “the girl who bullied you in high school is trying to be an influencer.”

In a five-part series on the “Extremely Passive Aggressive Roommate,” Ms. Brier pretends not to care about taking out the trash when it isn’t her day; enforces a rule about not having people over on weeknights; complains about her roomie coming home at 3:27 a.m.; strong-arms that roommate into renewing their lease and then welcomes a guest to “the common space.” (The first three videos have each been seen millions of times.) Ms. Brier’s own real-life roommate, Alice Duchen, an I.C.U. nurse, is often behind the camera, deadpan.

The two women live in Greenwich Village, near a rack of CitiBikes (Ms. Brier has also sent up the CitiBike poser who ostentatiously bleats “on your left!”), in a small two-bedroom walk-up apartment. She’s on a lower floor than the character she plays in one of her most popular videos, who breathlessly urges a visitor to ascend six flights of stairs in a building she’s trying to argue is luxury: “It’s going to be so worth it! Come on!”

Eleven days before the Caveat comedy show, Ms. Brier sat in her apartment’s dining area before a plate of untouched cookies, under a collection of paintings by her paternal grandmother, and told her origin story.

Her mother, Susan Cinoman, is a playwright currently working on a feminist retelling of the King Arthur legend who divorced Ms. Brier’s father, a cardiologist, when she was 5. “Very cordial,” Ms. Brier said. “Not any big drama.”

She has an older sister, Gabrielle, now a producer, and they were obsessed with Disney Channel when little, staging a modern-day “Cinderella “— “except instead of the ball it’s like a Britney Spears concert” — and later “rom-com girlie movies” like “Clueless” and “Mean Girls.”

Ms. Brier was in the sixth grade when she first got a phone, the Verizon Chocolate. “We were the A.I.M. generation,” she said, never dreaming that a phone could one day be a portal to everything. She attended Amity High School, where she won first place in a Shakespeare competition with a monologue from “The Taming of the Shrew,” not sure comedy was her winning strategy. “It was such a thing where the boys were the ones who got to have the personality, right? The boys were the class clowns.” She loosened up at Smith College, an all-women’s liberal arts college, where she majored in theater and took improv classes.

“It was always easy to identify her as someone who was performative,” Ms. Cinoman said on the phone. “She wasn’t an extrovert per se, but half of Sabrina was looking out the window at all times,Some other set of realities were impinging on the one that we were all in with her.”

After graduation, Ms. Brier worked in talent management for two years, and then got an assistant job in the writers’ room of “For Life,” an ABC drama about a wrongfully convicted man who becomes a prison lawyer to exonerate himself. “I am a fiend for anything that makes me cry,” Ms. Brier said. “Inside every comedienne is a sad girl, and that’s definitely me.”

After one season, Covid arrived. Restless in quarantine, she began posting videos on Instagram, one of which got picked up by Barstool, the popular sports blog. But this was before Reels. “It would be kind of blurry, and it wasn’t translating, and I didn’t understand it, and felt old,” she said. Then she tossed up a few on TikTok, notably one in which she faux-naively referred to Houston Street in New York, which is pronounced How-ston, as Hew-ston. Boom.

As Ms. Brier expanded her oeuvre from the single note of a Connecticut transplant in New York into the complicated jazz of friendship, especially female friendship, she began getting recognized in restaurants and on sidewalks. Dixie D’Amelio, a princess of the platform, named her account a favorite to follow. The model Emily Ratajkowski used Ms. Brier’s voice-over for a video about being “perceived.” The playwright Jeremy O. Harris included her in his “Coronavirus Mixtape” posts, carousels of videos and memes Mr. Harris posted during lockdown.

Ms. Brier’s viral fame has caught the attention of brands that pay her to write comic bits featuring their products, how she now makes her living. The girl who once made a video about being “the ULTIMATE subway girl” who couldn’t swipe her MetroCard is now being hired to sell Subway sandwiches. (Other sponsorships include Bumble, Uno the board game and mirrored cellphone cases.)

But she dreams of having, and show-running, her own television program. In May, she’ll perform two nights as her character at Union Hall in Park Slope, Brooklyn — a neighborhood that character would probably struggle to find. Now represented by Creative Arts Agency, Ms. Brier is auditioning to play other parts as well.

In this town, after all, you still need ambition as well as an algorithm.

“People are like, ‘Wow, this is all happening,’” Ms. Brier said. “and I’m like, ‘This is just things working out the way I was trying to get them to work out. It’s not random.’”

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March 14 2023

Ripley CA Lights Up with the Latest in Friendship Technology

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Ripley, CA is a small town with a big heart. The latest in friendship technology is helping to bring the community even closer together. The town has recently launched a new initiative called Ripley CA Lights Up, which is designed to promote social connection and create a brighter, more vibrant atmosphere.

The project was the brainchild of local resident, Paul Smith. He wanted to do something to bring the community together and make it a better place to live. He came up with the idea of lighting up the town with a variety of colored lights.

The project has seen an incredible response from the community. The lights have been installed on houses, businesses, and public buildings throughout Ripley. The lights are solar-powered and can be programmed to play different songs, create a light show, or just stay still. Each light can be programmed with a unique message for the community.

The project has been a hit among the locals. People are sharing their messages and connecting with each other in a whole new way. The lights have been used to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions. The project has even been featured in the local newspaper and on television.

The lights have brought a renewed sense of community spirit to Ripley. People are connecting with each other in a way they never could before. They’re sharing stories, laughing together, and creating lasting friendships.

Ripley CA Lights Up is helping to make the town more vibrant and inviting. The project is a reminder that even in a small town, friendship and connection can be found. With the latest in friendship technology, Ripley is sure to keep shining bright for years to come.

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March 13 2023

Oscars 2023: all the latest from film’s biggest awards show

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A big year in film means a big night celebrating it.

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March 2 2023

Humble Bundle’s latest bundle benefits earthquake relief in Turkey and Syria

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Humble Bundle has put together a game bundle that benefits relief efforts in Turkey and Syria after a devastating earthquake struck both countries last month. The proceeds from the game bundle will go to three nonprofits working to provide aid to the region, including Direct Relief, International Medical Corps, and Save the Children.

“Hundreds of thousands of people are in immediate need of medical supplies, food, water, and shelter, and the road to recovery will continue to be extremely challenging for the people of the region,” Humble Bundle writes. “To lend a hand how we can, we’ve joined forces with game makers & book publishers for a bundle 100% dedicated to supporting Türkiye-Syria quake relief efforts.”

The Türkiye-Syria earthquake relief bundle includes over 70 books and games valued at over $1,000, such as Gotham Knights, Ghostrunner, Pathfinder: Kingmaker – Enhanced Plus Edition, Payday 2, and XCOM 2. Some of the games, like Non-Stop Raiders and Meow Express, come directly from Turkish game developers.

You can donate a minimum of $30 to purchase the bundle, with the option to pay more. The bundle runs until 2PM ET on Wednesday, March 8th, and has already raised over $260,000 and counting.

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February 11 2023

Magic’s latest set has turned me into a monster (and I like it)

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I haven’t logged into Marvel Snap for about a week now — just when the new Quantumania-themed season has begun. Now what, you ask, could be powerful enough to drag me away from a game I have made my ministry since its launch?

The big daddy, the OG, the original Magic: The Gathering.

Magic’s latest set, Phyrexia: All Will Be One, has gotten to me in a way that defies even my expectations. I play paper Magic in casual in-person games with friends pretty regularly and have been content with that. But there’s something that’s irresistible about this set, with its horrifying flesh creatures with too many teeth, that has compelled me to play the digital version, Arena, non-friggin’-stop.

This all started when I told my husband that I wanted to do a prerelease event. I’ve been playing Magic off and on for about 13 years now, and the last prerelease I remember going to was likely for the Core Set 2011. Even though I can get my fix playing with friends as I normally do, I wanted the challenge of playing against people who aren’t going to look at me with big puppy eyes and ask for a gentleman’s mulligan. So, our group of Magic-playing friends got together for a Phyrexia prerelease at the local game shop.

I don’t remember prereleases in the past being as strict with time as this one was, but I was all out of sorts trying to put together a cohesive deck in the time allotted. I didn’t feel good about it. My deck was bad (so bad that I took the time to make another deck that was still bad), and I ended the night with an ignominious 1–2 score — that one win the result of a lucky bye. Usually, getting whooped like that turns me off. When I get on a losing streak in Snap, I usually don’t want to look at the game for a standard 24 hours. But even after that atrocious prerelease, I still hopped on Magic Arena the first day Phyrexia was out, and I haven’t stopped drafting since.

It definitely helps that Phyrexia favors my preferred archetype — playing big-ass creatures that do nasty things (i.e., your typical green ramp) — and that the archetype I don’t like — blue anything — isn’t that strong. But I think the problem is worse than simply that.

I think I might be… compleated?

From its definition on the MTG wiki (its lore definition, not its keyword meaning):

Compleation entails the replacement of much of a person’s organic parts with artifice, which typically causes the death of their original organic body. The being retains its memory and personality, but loses its soul and is endowed with a fanatical desire to serve Phyrexia.

That pretty much describes the fanaticism with which I have pursued playing this set.

There’s something about the H.R. Giger-like monsters in Phyrexia — the horrific Sheoldred, the tooth-filled arms of the Mandible Justiciar, or the haunting allure of the Mother herself, Elesh Norn — that are so friggin’ cool to look at that I can’t stop playing. Also, the many synergies of this set seem to work for me better than mechanics in other sets. I love toxic damage that allows me to kill my opponent whenever they accumulate 10 poison counters. I also enjoy the various neat things you can do with the oil mechanic. Equipment cards are not typically my jam, but the new For Mirrodin mechanic that allows equipment cards to, essentially, come with their own creature to wield them, is very nice. Who wants to spend mana to play an equipment card and then spend even more to attach it to something? Not me!

Phyrexia is my favorite set in a long while. It might be my favorite set ever. I have so much fun drafting, picking cards like this nasty, evil thing that lets me do double damage, that even when I lose (and, somehow, I lost with this deck), I just want to get back on the fleshless, bony horse and start again. and when I win? Whew. One of my first successful draft decks was one where I let this chonky boi run over every creature on the board to poison my opponent until they died.

In another draft, my opponent commanded the board with a horde of creatures I could not get through. I was dead in the water until I pulled a creature that allowed me to fly over a wall of monsters to damage my opponent directly. Even then, I was still dead, but my opponent conceded, granting me the win because they likely did their math wrong. I was one point of damage short of winning. I knew it; my opponent didn’t. My husband was hootin’ and hollerin’ as though he had won.

Phyrexia is somehow uniquely fun compared to most other Magic sets I’ve played. I have become a monster, so I feel right at home with Phyrexia: All Will Be One.

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February 2 2023

Arcadia Residents Embrace the Latest Trend: IHUG Friendship Lamps

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Arcadia residents have recently embraced a new trend—IHUG friendship lamps. These lamps are the perfect way to stay connected with friends, family, and loved ones. They are a beautiful, modern, and practical way to show your affection and keep in touch with those close to you.

The IHUG lamps come in a variety of styles and colors, so there is something for everyone. Each lamp is made from high-quality materials and has a unique design. The lamps feature a unique system that allows them to stay connected with one another even when they are not in the same room. Whenever one of the lamps is touched, the other lights up to let the owner know that someone is thinking of them.

The lamps come with a range of features such as a photo frame, music, and ambient lighting. The photo frame allows you to display your favorite photos and keep them close to your heart. The music feature allows you to set a soothing melody to help you relax. Finally, the ambient lighting creates a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The IHUG lamps are an ideal way to keep in touch with friends, family, and loved ones. They are a great way to show your affection and they make a beautiful addition to any home. Arcadia residents have embraced this latest trend and are loving the convenience and beauty of the IHUG lamps.

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January 31 2023

Light Up Your Pico Robertson Home with the Latest IHUG Friendship Lamps

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With the fast-paced lifestyle of today, sometimes it can be difficult to stay connected and find time to relax and enjoy the company of friends. This is where IHUG Friendship Lamps come in. These innovative, modern lamps are designed to make it easier to stay connected, even when you’re miles away.

IHUG Friendship Lamps are the perfect way to light up your Pico Robertson home with style and modern technology. These lamps work by connecting to your Wi-Fi network, enabling you to control them remotely from your smartphone or tablet. You can then sync the lamps with your friends’ and family’s lamps, and when one lamp is turned on or off, the other will follow suit. This allows you to stay connected to your loved ones, even when you’re apart.

The lamps come in a variety of styles, from sleek modern designs to more traditional styles, ensuring that there is a lamp to suit any home. The lamps are also energy-efficient, so you can enjoy the convenience of being connected without having to worry about your electricity bill.

In addition to keeping you connected with your loved ones, IHUG Friendship Lamps also provide a great source of light for your home. The lamps come with a range of adjustable brightness settings, so you can adjust the light level to your preference. This makes them perfect for setting a cozy atmosphere in any room.

So, if you’re looking for a way to light up your Pico Robertson home and stay connected to your friends and family, then look no further than IHUG Friendship Lamps. With their stylish designs, energy-efficiency, and remote control capabilities, these lamps will make the perfect addition to any home.

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January 22 2023

The Latest Innovation in Friendship: iHug Friendship Lamps!

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We live in a world of technology and connectedness, which can make it difficult to stay close with those we care about. However, a new tech-savvy invention is here to help us stay connected in a very special way. The iHug Friendship Lamp is the latest innovation in friendship that allows you to let your long-distance friends and family know that you’re thinking of them.

The iHug Friendship Lamp is a unique and innovative way to keep in touch with those you care about. It’s a two-piece set of lamps that can be connected to each other via the internet. When one user taps on their lamp, it sends a signal to the other user’s lamp, which then lights up in the same color. It’s a physical way of saying “I’m thinking of you” without actually having to speak the words.

The iHug Friendship Lamp is incredibly easy to use. All you have to do is connect the two lamps to the internet, and then you’re ready to go. You can set up the lamps to blink at different speeds, or even set them to pulse in a certain color. This allows you to customize the lamp to your own liking. The lamp also comes with a built-in battery, so you don’t have to worry about constantly charging it.

The iHug Friendship Lamp is perfect for keeping in touch with those you care about, no matter how far apart you are. Whether you’re living abroad or just down the street, the iHug Friendship Lamp is a beautiful and unique way to show that you care. Plus, it’s a great conversation starter and an excellent way to show your loved ones that you’re thinking of them.

The iHug Friendship Lamp is an innovative way to stay connected with loved ones, no matter the distance. It’s a beautiful and easy-to-use device that can help you show your friends and family how much you care. So, if you’re looking for a fun and unique way to stay connected with those you care about, the iHug Friendship Lamp is the perfect solution.

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