2017 Solar Eclipse Videos to Get You Excited About the 2024 Solar Eclipse
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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."
Is Your Instagram Story Not Uploading? Try These Quick Fixes
Is your Instagram Story not uploading? Here are quick fixes on how to solve the dreaded "waiting for connection" error.
What Happened to Birmingham Southern College? The Alabama School Is Closing for Good
"This is a tragic day for the College, our students, our employees, and our alumni. But it is also a terrible day for Birmingham."
The Streisand Effect Strikes Once Again — Celebrities Can't Escape This Internet Mistake
"Streisand effect! Whenever somebody wants me not to see or hear something, it becomes something I must see and hear," said Christine Anderson.
Why Does Easter Change Days Each Year? There's an Eggs-ellent Explanation.
Why does Easter change days each year? The answer is pretty simple but probably not what you'd expect. Read on for all the details.
Easter Celebrations Are Always "Egg-cellent," but Why All the Eggs?
Egg rolls. Egg decorating. Egg hunts. Easter seems to be all about eggs. Let's break down why we celebrate with eggs.
"Hear Me out" Has Taken on a Whole Different Meaning on TikTok When It Comes to People's Crushes
"You have to be so much more unhinged with this." TikTokers break down why you're using "Hear Me Out" wrong.
What Does "No Diddy" Mean? Latest Viral Slang Term
This fresh piece of jargon, which started going viral on March 22, 2024, is quickly replacing "No Homo," a phrase popularized in the 1990s.
There's Fashion and Function Behind the One Leg Sleeve That Basketball Players Wear
"Ever since my senior year of college, it feels unnatural to play without it,” said WNBA star Michaela Onyenwere.
Rare Lego Pieces Could Lead to a Sizable Payout for Some Fans
A major Lego sale in Pennsylvania has everyone wondering: "Is my collection of old Legos worth anything?" In some cases, yes.
New Moms Want to Get Their "Pink" Back, but What Does That Mean?
Every new mom wants to “get her pink back” but it’s not that easy. And to the rest of us non-moms, we don’t even know what that means.
Instagram Keeps Logging Some Users out, and They Aren't Thrilled About It
The problem appears to be that Instagram thinks these users are bots. More users get logged out on desktop browsers than on their phones.
If You’ve Ever Wondered Why Radio Stations Play the Same Songs All the Time — Here’s Why
"A friend of mine was a DJ and said many of the most popular songs replayed within 90 minutes of the last time it played," said one Redditor.
Unveiling the Reason Why Flamingos Go From Pretty Pink to Pale White
The process of feeding chicks is one factor that can result in the temporary loss of pink color in flamingos.
10-4 Isn't the Only Number Code That Police Use Over Their Radios — What They All Mean
"10-4," "roger that, over," and "copy." What do all these radio phrases mean and how can you use them to communicate?
You Weren't Ghosted by Facebook Dating — There's a Reason Why You Can't Find It
Try one of these easy fixes if you feel like you're being ghosted by Facebook Dating itself.
There's Apparently a Reason Why Girls Hug Guys Around the Neck, and This Is News to Us
Yes, there's a reason why girls hug guys with their arms around his neck.
Some Users Have Noticed Their Instagram Notes Vanishing — Troubleshooting Tips
Instagram Notes was first introduced in 2022. Notes are designed to allow users to share short thoughts with one another.
Oprah Winfrey Resigned From Weight Watchers to Be Open About Her Weight Loss Story
“I did not want to have the appearance of any conflict of interest [with Weight Watchers], and so I resigned from the Board and I donated all my shares.”
Glass Shower Doors Can Sometimes Explode During Showers
Shower doors don't explode very often, but when they do, it can be very dangerous for anyone who is nearby.
Are You Your Workplace's Personality Hire? That's Not a Bad Thing
Personality hires always remember your birthday and make the workplace a little bit happier each day.
Wait, There's a Pi Approximation Day to Go Along With Pi Day?
Did you know that there's a Pi Approximation Day to go along with Pi Day? They celebrate the same thing in different ways.
Paul Alexander Used an Iron Lung for Decades After Contracting Polio as a Child
“As he got older he had more difficulties in breathing outside the lung for periods of time so he really just retired back to the lung.”
Instagram Makes Some Pictures Blurry, and Users Want to Know How to Fix It
Instagram might blur your photos because of file sizes, aspect ratios, or a number of other issues.
Can You Watch TikTok During Ramadan? While Social Media Isn’t Forbidden, How You Use It Might Be
Muslims may want to consider the origins of TikTok as a social media application, and its owners, ByteDance, and its compliance in suppressing Uyghur Muslims.
Is There a Best Time to Post on Instagram for Each Day of the Week? What to Know
While there's no single best time you should be posting to Instagram every day, you can still maximize engagement every single day.
If You Have Seen "Account Not Found" on TikTok, Here's What It Means
TikTok users have come across the "Account Not Found" error message. It can appear on the platform for numerous reasons.
Tired of Certain TikTok Sounds? Here's How You Can Block Them
There's technically a way to let the app know what you don't want to see or hear anymore, though some users claim it's not foolproof.
The Southern Phrase "Bless Your Heart" Has Many Different Meanings
If someone has ever said “Bless your heart” to you, you might think, ‘Wow, they’re so nice!’ But it has a more sinister meaning.
Why Did John Hancock Sign His Name So Big on the Declaration of Independence?
"Put your John Hancock right there," might seem like a jarring phrase, but it makes sense given the politician's history.
What is Chroming? The Dangerous TikTok Trend Led to the Death of an 11-Year-Old Boy
Tommie-Lee Gracie Billington, 11, is the latest to die after attempting the viral chroming trend while at a friend's house.
The 153 Post-Its Worn at the State of the Union Were a Symbolic Gesture
Since Oct. 7, 2023, more than 30,000 civilians have been killed in Palestine. Many hostages are still being held in Gaza.
We Tried That: Starbucks Now Has Lavender Lattes, but Don't Worry — They Don't Taste Like Spa Water
Starbucks's Iced Lavender Oatmilk Latte and Iced Lavender Cream Oatmilk Matcha are new for spring 2024!
We Tried That: Kourtney Kardashian's Lemme Gummies Have Different Flavors and Textures
Spoiler alert: you aren't going to like the Lemme Matcha gummies if you don't like the sweetness of matcha.
A Viral TikTok Video Has People Wondering Why Tears Can Sometimes Be Yellow
Yellow tears can be caused by a number of different things, but most of them don't mean you're going to die.
What Does "SU" Stand For? Here's a Refresher on the Latest Snapchat Acronyms
It can be hard to keep up with all of the acronyms on Snapchat. "SU," "OTP," and "SS" can have multiple meanings.
Bang Energy Rose With a Bang and Ended With an Energy Drink Buyout
Bang Energy fell as quickly as it rose as one of the major energy drink conglomerates in a saga of corruption and failure.
TikTokers Are Making "MH" Taboo Again by Turning It Into an Acronym
Everyone on TikTok seems to be talking about their “MH.” It’s “MH” this and “MH” that, but what does it all mean?
What Is Mewing? TikTok Says It Can Change Your Jawline, but Most Experts Disagree
Dr. John Mew, a former U.K. orthodontist (emphasis on "former") started the mewing trend in the 1970s. The practice can change a person's face shape.
What Does "Facebook Session Expired" Mean — or Were You Also Recently Logged Out of Facebook?
Nearly a million social media users couldn't use Facebook or Instagram on the morning of March 5, 2024.
Green FN Is Another Phrase Taking Over TikTok, but Use It With Caution
Green FN originated in the world of 'NBA 2K,' but like most things, it found its way over to TikTok and it isn't just associated with basketball.
A 2008 Photo of Miley Cyrus's Eyes Became a Popular Meme Several Years After It Was Taken
A picture of Miley Cyrus became a meme more than a decade after it was taken because of her eyes in the photo.
Bratz Dolls Were Slammed for Their Adult-like Look and Parents Didn't Love the Glam
Were you a Barbie or Bratz kid? The two iconic dolls left a historic impact on the toy world forever.
The Playboy Mansion Held a Slew of Dark and Seedy Secrets — Does It Still Exist?
Holly Madison, a former "playmate," said that the culture there was cult-like.
The Incident That Put Texas Governor Greg Abbott in a Wheelchair Still Inspires Him Today
The Texas governor will continue to receive payments for the rest of his life from the one day he went on that fateful jog.
Did Someone Just Call You a Moot? Don't Worry, They Aren't Insulting You on the Low
What's a moot? What's an oomf? TikTok and Twitter area a land mine full of new slang words, but we'll help navigate you.
Wendy's Will Soon Roll out Digital Menu Boards, but Says It Won't Implement Surge Pricing
Wendy's says it will test out "dynamic pricing," not surge pricing. Here's what that means.
If Someone Sends You a Lion on TikTok Live, It Means They Really Love You
Lions are one of the most expensive virtual gifts that can be purchased on TikTok Live, so don't expect to get them all that often.
Can Bottles of Kombucha Blow up in the Fridge? It’s Possible, but Rare, Doctor Says
A commenter on TikTok wrote: "This is why it's actually illegal for businesses to sell kombucha past their expiration date because of the fermentation pressure buildup that can happen plus the alcohol content lol."