Harvard's Federal Funding Is Now Frozen, but What Is That Money Used for?
Harvard's federal funding comes mostly in the form of individual grants.
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Why Do People Chew Gum at Raves? Here's the Not-So-Wholesome Reason Behind the Habit
Chewing gum at a rave is designed to save you a lot of pain down the road.
Whitney Duden and Nik Richie Confirm Their Relationship With Viral Instagram Reveal
The intrigue around Whitney and Nik’s relationship had been brewing for months.
Ready to Go Hands-Free? Here's How to Turn on Auto-Scroll on TikTok
Look ma, no hands! TikTok's auto-scroll is an exciting way to make endlessly scrolling through videos even easier.
The Meaning of "Vril" Is Either Good or Very, Very Bad, Depending on Who You Ask on TikTok
While some believe "vril" is just a Westernized version of "chi," the book from where it originates is deeply problematic.
What's Happening on April 24th on TikTok? The Disturbing Trend, Explained
"If you have experienced this, I am so sorry. And if you know of someone or love someone who has, I'm sorry."
What Is the Meaning of TikTok’s "Watched Videos You Shared" Alert? Users Are Confused
What does it mean when an alert pops up on TikTok telling you someone watched a video you shared?
What Does Bombardino Crocodilo Mean? A Deep Dive Into The TikTok Brainrot Lore
Bombardino Crocodilo is viral brainrot spreading all over TikTok.
What Does "E" Mean in Golf? What It Means When a Player’s Score Says "E"
What does it mean when someone scores an "E" while golfing?
What’s Driving the Current Solana Price? Key Factors to Watch
Solana has drawn a lot of attention because of its speed; it processes transactions much faster and with lower transaction fees than its larger peers.
Claim Suggests Hawaiian Punch Never Gets Cold — Wait, but Does It?
"Hawaiian Punch will make your teeth feel like they grew fur."
The Titanic Is the Most Famous Ship in History, but When Will It Disappear to Time?
A combination of currents at the depths it lies at, the pressure of the ocean weighing down, and iron-eating bacteria are working together to tear the iconic ship to pieces.
“Tralalero Tralala” Is an Uncomfortable Rant That Took TikTok by Storm
"Tralalero Tralala, porco dio e porco Allah" has everything to do with Fortnite.
Walmart Is the Latest Major Retailer to Face Boycotts Over DEI Rollbacks
People are boycotting Walmart over its DEI policies, among other reasons.
Frida Kahlo Turned Her Pain Into a Legendary Career as a Prolific Painter
Frida Kahlo's personal tragedies became the inspiration behind her greatest paintings.
Why Did the Price of Mega Millions Lottery Tickets Increase to $5?
The Mega Millions has changed the lives of many players throughout the years, which is why lotto players continue to come back to the game time and time again.
What Does Meeting Medusa Mean? TikTok Users Link It to Tattoos and Trauma Survival
Have you ever wondered what it means when someone says they met Medusa in the comments on TikTok?
6 Psychic Movies You Should Watch
Classic films that touch on psychic phenomena have made their mark not just in Hollywood but in popular culture as a whole.
Catholic Churches Spend Lent With Statues, Artwork, and Crosses Covered Up
Catholic churches have most statues, crosses, and images draped in fabric during Lent.
Reddit Changed Its App Logo, and Users Are Not Pleased With the New Look
Reddit's 2025 logo change appears to have been timed to April Fool's Day.
Why Is Instagram Removing Notes? Its CEO Announced Its Removal After Less Than a Year
"We’ll keep exploring ways to make Instagram more fun and social, but content notes wasn’t it."
Fox News Seems to Have Removed Its Ticker as the Stock Market Collapsed
The news network has been known to push the president's agenda aggressively.
North Korea Plays Music Every Morning, and It’s Freaking People Out
"This sounds nice, until you hear it everyday for 80 years."
Decoding "Lacing Me Down Bad" — What Does This Slang Phrase Really Mean?
What does it mean when someone says "lacing me down bad" to you?
Amazon Was One of Several Companies to Bid on Purchasing TikTok From ByteDance
Amazon is one of several companies that submitted a bid for the company.
Pamela Paul Left the New York Times as Part of a Wave of Opinion Section Cuts
Pamela Paul left the New York Times as part of a broader set of Opinion page changes.
The Solitaire: 5 of the Biggest Benefits of Regularly Playing Solitaire
With a variety of cognitive and mental health benefits, regularly playing Solitaire can become a mindful part of your routine that also makes a difference in other parts of your life.
Why Does MetaMask Keep Opening in Chrome? Users Report a Bug After Extension Updates
Why does MetaMask auto-launch in a tab every time you open Chrome?
Autism Awareness Day Is April 2 — Here’s What Color You Should Wear
Autism awareness extends beyond just one day, it’s actually recognized throughout the entire month of April.
The Signal Leak Incident: A Cautionary Tale
Organizations now require crisis communications teams equipped not just with media relations skills but with digital forensics expertise, social media monitoring capabilities, and rapid response protocols designed for a 24/7 news cycle.
Ticket Prices Are Through the Roof — Does Ticketmaster Let Fans Use Afterpay?
We have some tough news for you, Ticketmaster users...
Why The Bark Watch Is the Best First Device for Kids
The Bark Watch is a purpose-built kids' smart watch that provides essential communication, safety, and monitoring features without the distractions of a smartphone.
Yacht Rock Radio Is Moving to a New Station Number Permanently on SiriusXM
Yacht Rock Radio thankfully isn't gone, but it did move to a totally new channel.
Celebrate April Fools' Day by Texting and Confusing the People You Love
None of the following suggestions should involve law enforcement getting called on your behalf.
15 of the Best April Fools' Jokes to Play on Students
Plus, a bonus prank for students to play on their teacher!
13 Pranks to Pull on Your Parents Without Getting in Trouble
OK, maybe a little bit of trouble.
FUBAR Is Actually an Acronym That Contains Some NSFW Language — Here’s What It Means
It's not a good thing. Unless you're planning on a raucous night out.
Two-Time NBA Championship Winner Chris Bosh Retired Early Due to a Medical Condition
Blood clots cut his career short.
Why Do Phones Have to Be on Airplane Mode? Does It Actually Make a Difference?
Will something bad happen if you forget to turn on airplane mode during a flight?
What Does "ICBA" Mean on TikTok? The Answer May Depend on Who You Ask
Borrowed from British slang, "ICBA" gives people a succinct way to express their frustrations.
Trump Is Trying to Change the Smithsonian, but Who Actually Owns the Institute?
The Smithsonian is funded by the federal government.
TikTok's Latest Pop-Up Has Many Wondering About Its Intellectual Property Policy
TikTok's updated intellectual property policy could be a big deal ... or not.
Tesla's Cars Are More Made in America Than Any Other Major Auto Manufacturer
Teslas are more made in America than almost every other car brand.
How Lior Pozin Turned a Simple Idea Into a Multi-Million-Dollar Business
Pozin’s journey from teenage seller to CEO is proof that the right idea, paired with automation, can scale into something massive.
Why Do People Rub Banana Peels on Their Face? What To Know About the Odd Beauty Trend
Banana peels have tons of nutrients that keep your face youthful without any Botox. Who knew?
"Wham, Bam, Thank You, Ma'am" Doesn’t Actually Mean What You Thought It Did
"It's only dirty if you make it dirty."
A 13-Month Calendar More Accurately Reflects Lunar Cycles, so Why Are There 12 Months?
Julius Caesar's astronomers first advocated for a 12-month calendar.
Zap2It's Listings Are No Longer Online, and the Site Now Redirects to NewsNation
Zap2It just totally vanished from the internet without warning.
Natali Yura: The Breakout Star of the 'Cash Out' Franchise Shines in 'High Rollers'
As audiences eagerly await what’s next for the series, one thing is certain: Natali Yura isn’t just supporting the action — she’s leading it.
A Blue Stop Sign Still Means to Stop, as You Might Have Guessed From the Name
A blue stop sign means exactly what a stop sign always means.