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."
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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."
The Transatlantic Accent Was Once Used To Determine Who Was From Wealth and Who Wasn't
The Transatlantic accent tapered off after World War II.
Walmart’s Hermès Birkin Dupe, the “Wirkin,” Has Tiktok’s Haves and Have Nots Divided
The social media app's discourse about the bag caused it to sell out in a matter of days.
Your Google News Feed Looks Different, but It's Probably Not Your Fault
Google News is governed by a confusing algorithm.
The Pope Made History by Opening the Holy Door at a Prison in Italy — Why He Did It
The Holy Door at the prison is the second Holy Door to be opened for the 2025 Jubilee.
Sullivan Law & Associates: Celebrating Nearly 50 Years of Excellence in Family Law and Looking Ahead to 2025
“2025 represents not just a celebration of our history but also a commitment to continued future excellence.”
Top 10 Accomplishments of Durana Elmi in 2024: A Year of Breaking Barriers and Empowering Change
Durana Elmi’s 2024 has been nothing short of extraordinary.
What Does "Charizarding" Mean? This NSFW Term Merges Pokémon and Intimacy
He then flaps his arms and tells his partner, "You don't have enough badges to train me!"
Red and Green Are the Universal Colors of Christmas — Here's Why
We don't think about why we use red and green for Christmas, but the meaning runs deeply through the holiday's traditions.
According to Latinos, Christmas Is Celebrated on Dec. 24, but What’s the Reason for the Date Swap?
"Celebrating Christmas on Nochebuena is better. Deal with the festivities on the 24th and chill on the 25th."
Nik Richie’s "Younger" Dating Process Goes Viral: A Shocking Teaser from Lorissa Violet’s Podcast
“For me, when I date younger, it’s not because I’m looking for someone with energy, young, fresh, whatever. It’s more that they have less trauma. So, when I talk to them ... It’s almost a breath of fresh air.”
If You See a Red Ribbon on a Suitcase at the Airport, Please Try Not to Panic
"God if this is my sign to stay home, just say that!!!"
"Imagine if Ninja Got a Low Taper Fade" — The Bizarre Hair-Centric Meme, Explained
The "low taper fade" meme made a comeback at the end of 2024 for a surprising reason.
'Seinfeld' Created Festivus for the Rest of Us — But Is It a Real Holiday?
"A Festivus for the rest of us!"
What Does COCSA Mean on TikTok? Breaking Down the Meaning of This Sensitive Term
Two children playing doctor is one of the most common forms of play where COCSA can occur.
Jingle All the Way into the Holiday Spirit with These Christmas Trivia Questions and Answers!
Get ready to sleigh the holiday season with this festive batch of Christmas trivia to quiz your family and friends!
Yes, Party City Is Going out of Business and Has Already Let Go of Corporate Executives
All Party City stores are set to close, with some slated to shut their doors as early as Feb. 28, 2025.
Confused About Amazon’s Billing? Here’s Why They Take Time Before Charging Your Card
Amazon shoppers may have noticed that the company takes time before charging customers' credit cards.
So Why Exactly Is It Called the White Elephant Gift Exchange? One Theory Explains It All
The potential backstory is actually quite intriguing.
Razavi Law Group’s Viral Marketing Campaign Making Them the No. 1 Personal Injury Firm
Razavi Law Group’s message is clear: They’re ready to fight for justice — and do so with style.
Should You Stop Buying from Amazon During the Strike? Here's What to Know
"The wages and hours we get working for Amazon simply aren’t enough to get by in today’s economy."
Snapchat Troubleshooting: Solving the Snap Recap Loading Issue
If your Snap Recpa is not working, we may have found the solution to fix it.
Some People's Houses Are Blurred on Google Maps Without Them Requesting It
Google can blur a home out for basically any reason.