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Sophia Baum - Femail Reporter, Intern

Sophia is a recent sociology graduate from University of Bristol and has been a contributing writer for the Daily Mail's Femail section in the UK. Now based in New York, she continues to write on topics concerning current cultural issues, evolving social dynamics and the complexities shaping contemporary womanhood.

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'America's Playground' to undergo $1billion transformation to give battered beach town new life

10/01/26 01:59

It is known as the location for the iconic Nathan's July 4 hot dog eating contest but in recent years has taken a battering from climate change. Now it is set to get a major glow-up with improvements made to the boardwalk and the construction of 1,500 new homes....read

I dated the Taco Bell Strangler who butchered 11 young women. He was so charming I fell asleep on his lap... but I can't believe I overlooked these signs
28/12/25 04:01
When Pam Knight dozed off in the lap of her date as he finished his DJ set, she had no idea the grave danger she was in. But now she realizes there were obvious signs.
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It looks like an average storefront but behind its doors was Paris' answer to Studio 54: Polaroids reveal celebrities' private moments at the hotspot
27/12/25 12:43
A new book lifts the lid on the Chinese boîte that seduced the glitterati for three decades. Paris' Davé lured the A-list, from Madonna to Yves Saint Laurent from 1982 until its closure in 2018.
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Students flee Brown campus citing lack of faith in FBI investigation
16/12/25 11:15
Terrified Brown University students have fled the state out of fear and distrust in the Institutions and FBI's management. The shooter who killed two students and injured others remains on the run.
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Brown University students flee Rhode Island after losing faith in bungling FBI: 'We fear shooter will come back for us'
15/12/25 11:09
Terrified Brown University students have fled the state out of fear and distrust in the Institutions and FBI's management. The shooter who killed two students and injured others remains on the run.
Easy-looking math sum leaves people scratching their heads - can you remember the special rule to solve it?
14/12/25 04:55
A brain teaser shared online this week has left people stumped. Can you remember the special rule taught in math class to figure out the correct answer?
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Infuriating photo hides two crocs - the first is easy to see but can you spot the second in under 30 seconds?
14/12/25 02:31
Have you an appetite for detail and consider yourself sharp-witted? Try this bamboozling brain teaser.
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Anna Kepner's aunt reveals fears teen cheerleader had about stepbrother before she was found dead on cruise
14/12/25 04:36
The aunt of slain cruise passenger Anna Kepner has revealed the conflicts in the family and the fears she said the 18-year-old cheerleader had about her stepbrother.
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I reported an illegal immigrant to ICE and won free beer - now liberals are sending me death threats
13/12/25 03:18
Ryan Spoon, vice chairman of the Ada County Republican party in Idaho has been bombarded with abuse and death threats after it was revealed he gave ICE a tip-off.
Legendary California restaurant hits the market for first time in 50 years... and buyer will get more than just the building
08/12/25 09:56
Billy Reed's, one of Coachella Valley's most valued and enduring dining institutions close to Elvis Presley's Palm Springs estate, has gone on the market.
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When is the right time to break the news about Santa to your kids? Expert weighs in as viral debate erupts
08/12/25 04:34
When is the right time to tell your kids the truth about Santa and how should you word it? Here are some of the recommended tactics in handling the fragile conversation.
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Singletons reveal controversial dating dealbreakers as experts claim people are becoming 'unreasonably picky'
26/11/25 06:38
After a Reddit user listed his dating 'dealbreaker list,' it sparked a massive debate online. Many others began sharing their turns-offs - from bad grammar to ugly shoes.
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Why you should NEVER wash your raw turkey at Thanksgiving
25/11/25 08:42
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, families across the US are preparing for the festivities.
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Bridesmaid rushed to hospital after suffering freak accident during wedding reception
21/11/25 04:25
Hannah Buresh, 25, was in the bridal party at her best friend's wedding in Texas last month when disaster struck.
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Teacher left horrified after realizing her students are unable to do basic tasks
21/11/25 01:54
Patrice Edwards took to TikTok to admit that she was left stunned when several of her young pupils couldn't recall basic information or complete straightforward tasks.
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Woman celebrating her PhD delivers savage response to disgusting male criticism
20/11/25 06:53
Juliet Turner took to X (formerly Twitter) to celebrate the successful defense of her PhD thesis - only to be subjected to a slew of cruel jibes.
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Florida's newest attraction thrashes Disney for BEST rides in theme park awards
19/11/25 07:01
In a stunning shake up of the theme park world, Universal's most recent attraction has stormed the prestigious annual Thea awards.
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Plus-sized model details her 'anti-Ozempic' glow up... claiming she feels 'liberated' after gaining 200lbs
18/11/25 09:21
Alex Aspasia, 31, has gone from 180lbs to 380lbs in just a matter of a few years... and has insisted that the weight gain left her feeling 'more confident' than ever.
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Frugal mom refuses to buy anything new for her kids for Christmas to 'lower her contribution to consumerism'
17/11/25 10:42
Not everyone seems to be on board with her festive frugality as users were rapid to fire criticism and contempt at her stripped down approach
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Woman's rant about people wearing skin-tight activewear in public sparks fierce debate
17/11/25 07:55
A TikToker named Poppy launched a massive argument about whether or not sculpting biker shorts and leggings are appropriate for outside of the gym.
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Weight loss obsessed influencer behind 'Skinni Societe' reveals 'cruel' trick she plays on overweight people
13/11/25 07:42
Social media influencer and The Skinni Societe founder Liv Schmidt has come under fire for telling her followers to give overweight people the wrong directions so they're forced to walk more.
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Delta Airlines staff swoon over 'cute' new dresses as uniform is revamped
05/11/25 08:30
In a bold move signaling a new chapter for America's legacy carrier, Delta Airlines has just unveiled its long anticipated uniform refresh, proudly dubbed the 'Distinctly Delta' collection.
Mind-boggling brainteaser challenges puzzlers to spot the handbags hidden among the autumnal arrangement
04/11/25 07:54
Calling all fashion fanatics! If you think you've got an eye for detail and an appetite for problem solving, it is time to put those to the test.
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String of side-by-side proposals along the River Seine in Paris sparks outrage: 'Romance is dead'
03/11/25 09:25
The French capital has long been known as the 'city of love' but lately, the spark seems to be fading.
Ex-CIA spy shares an easy way to tell if someone is lying... and the tactic he uses to strengthen his love life
03/11/25 01:37
Think you can spot a liar? Former CIA spy Andrew Bustamante has revealed the easy method anyone can use to tell if someone is fibbing.
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Gen Z have declared this common photo pose is now OUT... and are roasting millennials who use it
30/10/25 08:09
Gen Z have long insisted that there are ways to spot a millennial based on their clothing choices, how they text and now - according to a new viral video, the way they pose in photos.
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Parents capture heartbreaking moment they realized their toddler was blind
30/10/25 03:02
Mom Amanda Burritt took to TikTok to share that the adorable moment her toddler celebrated another year round the sun was also the heart-wrenching moment she realized her daughter was blind.
Secret workout recipe supermodels use to achieve their toned physiques, according to Victoria's Secret trainer
29/10/25 04:51
Joe Holder confronted popular misconceptions and revealed his secret recipe that keeps his star-studded roster sculpted,
Plus-size model claims United Airlines flight attendant fat-shamed her mid-flight
27/10/25 08:53
Plus-sized model, blogger and best selling author Tess Holliday has blasted United Airlines after she claimed she endured a shocking and humiliating on-board encounter with a flight attendant.
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I lost over 130lbs by going to Costco… now strangers say I look great
23/10/25 06:20
The Reddit user, who goes by @lkurz88, took to the platform discuss her unusual fitness habit.
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Internet is left STUNNED by rescue kitten's bizarre feature as owner insists it's 100 percent natural
21/10/25 06:24
A cat's remarkably long tail has left the internet in such disbelief that people are going so far as accusing the owner of photoshop trickery.
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Single woman buys 'psychic soulmate sketch' on Etsy... days later she meets the love of her life
20/10/25 06:17
When Ashley Watson bought a $10 Etsy 'Psychic Soulmate Sketch' with her friends, she expected a cheap laugh rather than burgeoning love.
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Iconic Atlantis hotel chain unveils massive new underwater attraction with 65,000 live animals
17/10/25 07:07
In a dazzling spectacle, Atlantis Dubai has unveiled a new realm beneath the waves by rebranding and revamping one of its most beloved attractions.
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Netflix makes major change to all of its shows that many fans haven't spotted
15/10/25 08:04
The change has sparked speculation amongst consumers, with users taking to social media to relay their hypotheses regarding rebranding, content licensing or algorithmic design shifts.
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Why you should always pack contact lens cases in your luggage... even if you don't wear them
14/10/25 07:37
The latest ingenious - and inexpensive - hack is being hailed all over the internet as a game changer in transforming packing for short trips.
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Taylor Swift sparks outrage after allowing fiance Travis Kelce to autograph her Life of Showgirl CDs
13/10/25 09:18
The 35-year-old recently released her new album titled Life of a Showgirl - and offered some fans a sweet surprise by allowing Kelce, 36, to also autograph several copies of the discography.
One cup of a cheap kitchen staple in your laundry will keep white sparkling
10/10/25 06:59
There is nothing more frustrating then pulling out your once-pristine white shirt only to see it graying. But according to experts, the solution is refreshingly simple and sitting in your kitchen cupboard.
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Every household should pour kitchen staple down their drains this fall… and even Martha Stewart swears by it
09/10/25 02:18
Clogged drains are a vexing and all too common household headache. Whether its a slow-draining kitchen sink or backed up shower, drainage problems can disrupt daily routines.
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What Gen Z really think of Sex And The City: From the men to the sex scenes and the fashion, the VERY honest verdicts of viewers who weren't even born when it first aired
01/05/25 12:28
SOPHIA BAUM: For 20-somethings like me, And Just Like That is merely eking out the tired, trivial, even sexist tropes that began in the original SATC - and frankly we find it embarrassing.
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Bridget Jones is NOT a role model! She's racked with insecurity, obsessed with her weight and can't be happy without a man. With a fourth movie in the works, one teenager says thank goodness MY generation has higher standards
06/03/24 05:08
Perpetual victim Bridget may be a cult hero to our mothers, but to us she's the embodiment of all those toxic behaviours that have long held women back.
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