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Ljeonida is a reporter and writer with a degree in journalism and communications from the University of Tirana in her native Albania. She has a particular interest in all things digital marketing; she considers herself a copywriter, content producer, SEO specialist, and passionate marketer. Ljeonida is based in Tbilisi, Georgia.

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This popular Florida beach destination just banned this common practice. Here’s what’ll happen if you get caught

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Reddit user says they quit smoking with a custom ChatGPT prompt built for ‘conversational hypnosis’

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‘Do not‘: Former convenience store worker of 7 years warns against BIC lighters

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Vegas Sphere says it did not ban man who posted bong hit during Phish show to Instagram

Marlon Ettinger writes about politics, crime, and culture.

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‘I will make Jan. 6 look like a tea party’: Gen Z furious as Chuck Schumer calls for investigation into ZYN nicotine pouches

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This popular Florida beach destination just banned this common practice. Here’s what’ll happen if you get caught

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