Attention American TikTok Users: Here Are the People Who Talked Smack About Us During the Ban
"It just feels ... off."
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Meta Has Not Bought TikTok, Despite the Rumors You May Have Heard Online
Meta is not buying TikTok, and probably wouldn't be the first option.
TikTok Is Back, but Not on Apple’s App Store or Google Play — Here’s Why
Many users who deleted the app on their phones can no longer access it after a 14-hour shutdown.
Martin Luther King Jr. Childhood: The Early Life That Shaped the Leader
Martin Luther King Jr.’s childhood was filled with love, challenges, and the experiences that shaped his fight for justice and equality.
Lemon8 Is Also Owned by ByteDance, the Parent Company of TikTok — Will It Be Banned Too?
Will the U.S. be forced to say goodbye to Lemon8?
The Power of Small Steps: How to Stay Productive With ADHD
Liven can help you modulate that inner chatter by tracking your moods, feelings, and behavior.
Does Billionaire Jeff Bezos Have a Glass Eye? People Are Curious
Jeff built a titan, multi-billion dollar company from a $10,000 initial investment. And people really want to know about his eye.
Here's How You Can Change the Language on RedNote, If You're a New User
Unless you want to learn Mandarin...
Rednote Is Even More Popular Amid Tiktok’s Ban, but Its Terms and Conditons Are Tricky
RedNote quickly surpassed Meta in app downloads in the week leading to the Supreme Court upholding a new law for TikTok's ban.
It’s in Your Head: How to Stop Overthinking in 2025
With the right coping techniques, you can lead a happier life.
Wait, Is Lemon8 the Next TikTok Replacement for Creators To Continue To Make Money?
Lemon8 could replace TikTok for some users after TikTok is banned.
Can a VPN Be Used to Get Around the TikTok Ban? It's Possible, but There Are Risks
VPNs provide additional layers of protection when browsing the web, so it's possible. But there are risks.
What Does “Fine Shyt” Mean on TikTok? The Slang Everyone’s Talking About
What does “fine shyt” mean on TikTok? Here’s the meaning behind the trending phrase that’s all over captions, memes, and videos.
TikTok Users Warn That RedNote Could Be Banned in the United States Next
RedNote is a China-based app similar to TikTok.
The U.S. Is Not the First Country to Ban TikTok, but It Is the Biggest
The countries that have banned it are much smaller than the U.S.
Space X's Starship Blew up on Its Seventh Test Run — Who Owns the Starship?
Starship exploded after launch on its seventh test flight.
Why Isn’t Martin Luther King Day on His Birthday? The Thoughtful Reason Behind the Date
"We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools." –Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Is RedNote Really Separating Servers? TikTokers Are Visibly Upset Over the Claim
"There's been an update in the Greater China region with the function to separate out foreign IPs."
Empowering the Skies: The Remarkable Journey of Tamiko W. Bailey and Bailey’s Premier Services
Tamiko W. Bailey is a U.S. Air Force service-disabled veteran with over 30 years of combined military and industry expertise.
Joining RedNote Might Seem Appealing, but Here's How to Cancel If You Want
RedNote's sudden popularity has also led to more interest in cancellations.
Does Spotify Stop After Playing One Song? Here's How to Fix the Issue Yourself
If your Spotify app freezes after playing one song, here's how to fix it!
New RedNote Users From the U.S. Are Having a Hard Time Going Live on the App
RedNote is a potential TikTok alternative.
Melanie Martinez's Coloring Book Controversy Sparks Fury Over Imagery Some Say Depicts Child Abuse
"Of course it wasn't advertised to kids. Kids aren't into CSAM, adults are."
John Mayer Called Jessica Simpson "Sexual Napalm," but What Does That Mean?
John Mayer once described Jessica Simpson in pretty strange, explicit terms.
RedNote Might Be Some TikTok Creators' Best Shot at Keeping Their Content Going
RedNote is based in China with Mandarin as the primary language on the app.
TIkTok Users Are Downloading RedNote at Such High Level They Broke the App
The app is breaking because there are simply too many new users.
How to Make a RedNote Account: A TikTok Refugee's Guide to Starting Fresh
TikTok users are scrambling as they try to navigate RedNote.
TikTok Creators Are Jumping Ship to RedNote — But Can You Make Money on There?
Like other social media platforms, RedNote does have some monetization options.
MrBeast's Claim of Buying TikTok Sparks Strong Reactions on Social Media
"OK fine, I'll buy TikTok so it doesn't get banned," MrBeast wrote via X.
Is RedNote Safe for TikTok Users? Some of Them Are Jumping Ship Now in Case of a Ban
Some TikTok users have moved to RedNote already.
Mark Zuckerberg's Gold Necklace Has a Hebrew Blessing Inscribed on It
The Meta CEO made it clear that the necklace is for his daughters.
Editing App CapCut Might Get Swallowed up in America's Plan to Ban TikTok
The app is owned by ByteDance, which also owns TikTok.
Bing Crosby’s Palm Springs Home Tied to JFK and Marilyn Monroe’s Affair
It's on the market for $5 million.
Why Does My Apple Watch Keep Locking? Find out How to Prevent and Fix the Issue
"You can turn off wrist detection so it stops locking automatically but that will also disable some of the functionality of the watch."
The Meaning Behind "CBFW" Makes Sense for TikTok Users Who Prefer To Abbreviate Everything
"CBFW" is one of many abbreviations used on TikTok to comment.
Why Does the Dalai Lama Live in Exile? The Story of His 1959 Escape from Tibet
The Dalai Lama has been in exile since March 31, 1959.
What Does a Blinking White Light on Beats Mean? Causes and Fixes Explained
"I had to get new ones y'all."
Trump Wants to Rename the Gulf of Mexico, but Why Does It Have That Name in the First Place?
Trump wants to rename the Gulf of Mexico, and it turns out he might be able to.
The "Eye of Rah" Meme Is Taking TikTok by Storm — Here's the Story Behind It
The "Eye of Rah" meme is dominating TikTok right now!
Long Lines, Crowds, and Delays — What Happened at Park City Mountain Ski Resort?
"Park City has people walking up mountains because of how long lift lines are."
Madame Ushi Is Aspen’s Celebrity Hot Spot This Ski Season
With its massive success this winter, Madame Ushi is already being hailed as a game-changer for Aspen’s dining and nightlife scene.
"The Sunset Is Beautiful, Isn't It?" — The Bittersweet Phrase Is Making the Rounds on TikTok
"I will use it soon." Yikes!
Elon Musk Briefly Changed His Name on Social Media and People Have Some Theories About It
"Kekius Maximus will soon reach level 80 in hardcore PoE."
What Does "Raw, Next Question" Mean, and Why Is the NSFW Comment All Over TikTok?
The comment is dirty, and that's how posters like it.
Former U.S. Airways Pilot Captain Sully Lost His Pension and Had His Salary Slashed — but Why?
Losing a pension is a tragedy, but Sully seems to be doing quite well these days without it.
The TikTok Ban Is Approaching — When Is the Last Day for TikTok in the U.S.?
The ban could go into effect as early as January of 2025, but that's not a guarantee.
Pop, Fizz, Post! 50 New Year's Eve Instagram Captions That'll Make Your Feed Shine
Get ready to sparkle into the New Year with these NYE captions that'll make your Instagram feed sparkle!
This Woman Says It’s Bad Luck to Shower on New Year’s and Shares a Slew of Other Superstitions
Apparently, showering on New Year's Day will wash away all of your good fortune. Hmm.
Popular Illegal Sports Streaming Site Methstreams Has Shut Down — What Happened?
As of Dec. 30, 2024, the well-known illegal sports streaming site Methstreams has been taken down.
What Happened to BootayBag? The Once Thriving Company Has Completely Disappeared
"Ellyette Rae is a thief."