Users Are Complaining About the Lack of a Google Doodle for Easter — What We Know
Why did Google seemingly not celebrate Easter with a Google Doodle? It's not as complicated as you might think. Here's what you need to know.
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Cracker Barrel Is Under Fire for Its "Racist" Name
People have taken to Twitter to point out Cracker Barrel is a racist establishment. Is the name "Cracker Barrel" itself racist? What’s its meaning?
TikToker Explains the Disgusting Fraternity Trend Known as "Hogging"
Some fraternities are engaging in a competition called "hogging" where they take advantage of certain women as part of a joke. Details.
What Does the Blue Check Mean on Instagram? And How Can You Get One?
What does the blue check on Instagram mean? And is it possible to buy one for your own account? Here's what you need to know.
Wait, Does the Moon Actually Turn Pink in April? Is It an Astrology Thing? Details
April's first full moon is an interesting phenomenon, where the moon appears to be pink. How does this happen? Is the pink moon legit? Details here.
A Dispute Between Neighbors Led to One Being Stabbed to Death — What Happened?
Zachary Latham gained fans on TikTok based on his love of cars, but that love led to murder. What did Zachary Latham do? Here's what we know.
Want to Save a TikTok Without the Watermark? Here's How to Remove It
Want to save a TikTok without the watermark? Follow the steps laid out below to remove the watermark and you'll have a logo-free video in no time.
Martin Luther King Jr. Had Two Siblings, One of Whom Is Still With Us
Martin Luther King Jr. had two siblings, older sister Christine King Farris and younger brother A. D. King, the former of whom is still alive.
Why Did Elon Musk Change Twitter's Icon to the Doge Emoji? Details
Twitter's iconic blue bird has been switched out for the doge emoji. What was Twitter CEO Elon Musk's reason behind this change? Here's what we know.
Jeff Bliss Went Viral for Telling off a "Lazy" Teacher, Here's What He's Doing Now
What happened to Jeff Bliss after his viral 2013 moment when he told a teacher off for only handing out packets to students instead of teaching?
What Does "Stem" Mean on TikTok? Get to Know the LGBTQ Label
What does "stem" mean on TikTok? The popular term is prominent in the short-form content platform's thriving women loving women community.
The Best April Fools' Day Pranks to Play on Your Roommate
April Fools’ Day is upon us which means that it’s time to play pranks. For those of us who love making jokes, here are some pranks for roommates!
6 April Fools' Day Jokes to Play on Your Co-Workers Inspired by Jim Halpert From 'The Office'
Trying to prank your co-worker on April Fools' Day? Take a page from 'The Office's' Jim Halpert, who constantly pranked co-worker Dwight Schrute.
Tokyo Toni Says She Was Only 16 When She Got Pregnant by Blac Chyna's Dad
Who are Blac Chyna's parents? Blac Chyna's mom — Tokyo Toni — spoke out after her daughter's recent transformation. Keep reading for the tea.
6 Safe and Hilarious April Fools' Day Pranks to Play on Your Kids
April Fools' Day is almost upon us, and there's no better way to have some fun with your kids. Here are six pranks that your little ones will love.
What Does WPS Mean? The Acronym Has Been Starting to Pop up on Social Media
What Does WPS Mean? The new acronym keeps popping up on popular social media platforms like TikTok. Here is what WPS actually means
SFS Has Different Meanings Depending on the Platform — Here's What It Means for Snapchat
SFS can have a different kind of meaning depending on how it's used on Instagram or Snapchat. Here's what it means specifically for Snapchat.
Bumble Boost and Premium Offer Certain Advantages Over a Free Account
Is it worth it to purchase Bumble Boost or Bumble Premium? Will it actually get you more matches on Bumble? Details on the paid service.
Not Sure How to Honor Ireland on St. Patrick's Day? Just Shout "Erin Go Bragh!"
If you find yourself at a St. Patrick's Day celebration, you'll hear plenty of people shouting "Erin go Bragh." What does the phrase mean?
The Religious Reason Why Clovers Are a Part of St. Patrick's Day
Why are clovers a symbol for St. Patrick's Day? The plant has long been associated with the Irish holiday, but what brought them together?
55 St. Patrick's Day Instagram Captions to Give You the Luck of the Irish
Are you looking to celebrate St. Patrick's Day but need the right captions for your Instagram posts? Here are 55 captions for all your punny needs.
If You're Caught Not Wearing Green on St. Patrick's Day, You Might Get Pinched — Here's Why
Why do you get pinched for not wearing green on St. Patrick's Day? A look at the tradition's origins and how it carries on to this day.
AI Is Now Telling People How Attractive They Are — What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
A new quiz focused on hotness is trending online, and this one tells you how to test your own attractiveness with a handy assist from AI.
Being a "Discord Kitten" Has Some Weird Implications on the Messaging App
What is a Discord Kitten? The popular gaming messaging app offers paid subscriptions, and asking for one may get you defined as a Discord Kitten.
Michelle Yeoh Identifies as Asian for Her Historic Oscar Win — What It Means and Why It's Important
What does it mean when someone "identifies as Asian"? The new term calls for progression in Hollywood following Michelle Yeoh's historic win.
Senator Marco Rubio Reintroduced Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent — Details
After passing through the Senate, the Sunshine Protection Act of 2021 still needs to pass through the House and Biden. When will Congress vote?
What Is Instagram Broadcast Channels? The 4-1-1 on the New Feature
What Is Instagram Broadcast Channels? The app has upped the ante with a new way for users to communicate. Here's the 4-1-1 on the new feature.
Robert Blake Dies at Age 89 — 18 Years After He Was Acquitted of His Wife’s Murder
Where Is Robert Blake now? The Emmy-winning ‘Baretta’ actor, who was acquitted of wife Bonny Lee Bakley’s murder in 2005, has passed away at the age of 89.
All About the Instagram Photo Quality Hack You Didn't Know You Needed
Want to learn how to keep your photos from being blurry? Here's everything you need to know about this must-have photo quality hack.
Let's Get Groovy! Exploring the Science Behind Color-Changing Mood Rings
Since the '70s, mood rings have enticed consumers via color-changing technology for decades. But how do they work? Let's talk science.
50 Empowering Captions for Your International Women's Day Instagram Post
International Women's Day is quickly approaching, so here are 50 of the most empowering captions to consider for your inspiring Instagram post.
Rapper Headkrack Left 'The Morning Hustle' and Said It Was a 'Mutual' Decision
A new host has joined 'The Morning Hustle' following rapper Headkrack's departure from the show, which has led many to wonder what happened to him.
TikTok Is Imposing a Time Limit for Users Under 18 Years Old
TikTok is introducing new time limits for kids and improved parental controls. So, will these measures help families struggling with screen time?
iPhone Users Can Easily Make Digital Stickers From Their Photos
Apple iPhone users who have installed the iOS 16 update are able to isolate subjects from their photos and turn them into digital stickers.
Breaking Down the Three Colors Most Commonly Associated With Mardi Gras
What do the colors of Mardi Gras actually mean? Unpacking the traditions that the holiday has carried through generations.
Should FWBs Be Spending Valentine's Day Together? A Dating Expert Weighs In (EXCLUSIVE)
Spending Valentine's Day with someone you've been casually hooking up with? Dating coach Hayley Quinn has some advice for you and your FWB.
Celebrate Your Daughter This Valentine's Day With These Adorable Quotes and Messages
Here's how to wish your daughter a happy Valentine's Day. Here are some of our favorite quotes, jokes, memes and more.
25 Valentine's Day Jokes for You and Your Kids to Share
Share these Valentine's Day jokes for kids with those around you. Valentine's Day might be known as a romantic day, but it can also be a corny one!
Where Is Kara Robinson Now? Her Story Is Told in 'The Girl Who Escaped' on Lifetime
Where is Kara Robinson now? She survived serial killer Richard Evonitz and helped cops capture him. Lifetime's 'The Girl Who Escaped' tell her story.
Where Do the Budweiser Clydesdales Live When They Aren't Making Beer Commercials?
Clydesdales are draught horses originally bred for farm labor. Budweiser Clydesdales just haul beer, but where do they live when they aren't working?
Did Iconic Poet Maya Angelou Have any Children or Grandchildren Before She Passed Away in 2014?
Did legendary poet and Civil Rights activist Maya Angelou have any children or grandchildren before she passed away in 2014? Here's what we know.
There Are Certain Ways to Give Yourself an Advantage on Tinder
What is the best time to use a boost on Tinder? How to make the dating app work most effectively for you.
You've Probably Never Heard of Iconic Activist Mary McLeod Bethune — Here's Why She's Famous
What did Mary McLeod Bethune do? The famous civil rights activist was an advocate for education and equality. Here's why she's famous.
Did Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall's Children Follow in His Footsteps?
Did you know that the late Supreme Court justice Thurgood Marshall had two children who are still alive? Did they follow their father's career path?
How Accurate Are Punxsutawney Phil's Groundhog Day Predictions?
The absurdity of Groundhog Day lies within the predictions, and we're here to report on the accuracy of Punxsutawney Phil's forecasts.
Who Started Groundhog Day? The North American Holiday Evolved From a Christian Tradition
Every year on Feb. 2, Groundhog Day is celebrated. How did this weather-predicting holiday originate? Here's everything we know about its history.
Need a Caption That Celebrates Black History Month? We've Got You Covered
Here are 20 Instagram captions that celebrate Black History Month in all its glory. From words spoken by Beyoncé to Angela Davis, here are our favorite quotes.
Snapchat's Story Boost Feature Allows Certain Users to Boost Their Profiles
What is Story Boost on Snapchat? The feature allows Snapchat+ subscribers to gain more visibility for content across the app and their contacts.
What Does "Bubblegum Pink" Mean on TikTok? Men Are Using the Term to Discuss Young Girls
On TikTok, men are calling young girls and women "bubblegum pink," a term rooted in pedophilia. Here's what we know and why it needs to stop.
Character.AI Is Showing Users Repeated Error Messages, but Why Is It Down?
Character.AI is another popular AI chatbot like ChatGPT, but some users have noticed that it appears to be down and are wondering why.
