The Financial Consequences of Failing a Course While Receiving FAFSA
If you receive financial aid, failing a college class may result in you repaying the aid you received or becoming ineligible for future FAFSA aid.
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Google Feud Is a Game That Asks You to Complete Queries on the Search Engine
Google Feud has been trending online for some time, which has naturally led many people to wonder how they can take part in the gameplay themselves.
How to Go Beyond Dreams by Staying in Disney World's Cinderella Castle Suite
It’s possible to stay in Cinderella’s Castle at Disney World, and when someone sees the suite with the lights on, we all wonder how we can stay there.
Why Does My Alexa Randomly Beep? 9 Common Reasons and Quick Fixes
Is your Amazon Alexa beeping for literally no reason? Well, we know why it's happening, and how you can fix it! Here are nine common reasons.
Unlocking Alternate Realities — The TikTok Phenomenon of Permashifting Explained
TikTok has spawned a practice of reality shifting and permashifting that those not on the platform don’t quite understand. What is permashifting?
Here's How to Get McDonald's Kerwin Frost Toys
McDonald's is collaborating with artist Kerwin Frost to release "adult Happy Meals." How can you get a toy created by Kerwin? Details ahead.
Presale Codes From Spotify Can Help You Get Concert Tickets Sooner — Here's What You Should Know
How do Spotify presale codes work? These codes can be helpful for buying concert tickets before anyone else. Here's how they work and how to get one.
Got a “Message Blocking Is Active” Text? See What It Might Mean
Not being able to text because “message blocking is active” is frustrating. Here’s what that message could mean — and what might fix the issue.
NFS Is an Important Acronym Everyone Trying Wizz Should Understand
The Wizz app allows you to connect with new people who may have similar interests as you, but what does the acronym NFS mean there?
What are DINKs on TikTok? Childless Working Adults Are Seemingly Living It Up
TikTok videos about DINKs are surging on the platform. Read on as we define DINKs, SINKs, as well as why it has become a controversial subject.
Men Paint Only One Fingernail to Support This Cause and Raise Money for Charity
If you've ever seen a man with only one fingernail painted, they could be a part of a much bigger movement. The Polished Man project does great work.
What Does "Unt Unt" Mean on TikTok? Gen Z Slang Finally Explained
TikTok is the Holy Grail of Gen Z and Gen Alpha slang. "Unt unt" is the latest in phrases in a slew of words that young generations find cool.
GGG Is an Important Term to Understand If You're Navigating Online Dating
GGG is an acronym that is key to understanding Tinder and other online dating sites, but many are confused by what the three Gs stand for.
Yes, Dr. Hannibal Lecter Was Based on a Real-Life Doctor Who Did Horrific Things
Hannibal Lecter wasn’t a real person, but the character was inspired by a Mexican doctor who was jailed for murdering his lover.
Don't Ask Siri to Call 112 Unless There's an Emergency
If you're wondering what happens when you ask Siri to dial 112, it's the equivalent of you telling the voice assistant "911." Details ahead.
This Christmas Lights Fuse Hack May Save Your Sanity This Holiday Season
It turns out we've been doing Christmas lights all wrong. Here's how to fix a strand of non-working lights without so much as a trip to the store.
An Amish Oil Change Is Even More Disgusting Than Changing the Oil in a Car
An "Amish oil change" is the latest term spreading around TikTok, but many are unclear on the meaning behind the phrase and what it refers to.
Amazon Is Dropping Venmo as a Payment Option, Users Want Answers
Amazon will no longer accept Venmo as a payment option starting in January 2024. Why has Amazon decided to drop the payment service?
What Does GDK Mean on TikTok? Why You Should Think Twice Before Using the Symbol
TikTok users are claiming to be GDK and using a symbol to represent their allegiance. Here's what it means.
What Is the Morning Duo? The TikTok Girls Promoting It Work for a Multi-Level Marketing Brand
The morning duo drink combo is being touted on TikTok as a way to lose weight and improve skin, but it has a connection to multi-level marketing brand It Works.
19 'Squid Game' Gifts That Will Make You the Real Winner This Holiday Season
'Squid Game' rose to popularity soon after its 2021 release, and we have the perfect gift guide for the biggest fans of the Netflix series.
What Do TikTok Users Mean by “3 Man”? The Answer Isn’t Exactly PG-13
All those “3 man” videos you see on TikTok refer to six-person meetups that, it turns out, might not be so innocent. Learn more about the viral lingo.
Snag Your Subaru Badge of Ownership and Drive in Style
Subaru provides a badge of ownership to anyone who owns a Subaru, and it’s honestly adorable! Here’s how to get one if you own a Subaru.
Is Instagram Adding Profile Views? Let's Unpack the Rumors
People are trying to figure out how to get rid of the views feature on Twitter, and now there are rumors that the feature will come to Instagram too!
What Does "Spin the Block" Really Mean? It Can Mean More Than Just Getting Back With Your Ex
"Spin the block" is a popular phrase online, but what does it mean? Read on for its most common meaning and other ways it can be used.
What Does DDD Mean on TikTok? It's Actually a Joke Based on a November Challenge
What does DDD mean on TikTok? You're probably going to be sorry that you asked in the first place. It's a joke based on a November challenge.
The College of Saint Rose Students React to an Email Letting Them Know the School Is Closing
Getting time off of school is always a treat, but what if your school permanently closes? Just ask the students of The College of Saint Rose.
How to Delete Collections on TikTok — Organizing Your Favorites Has Never Been Easier
TikTok's collections feature is relatively straightforward, allowing you to organize your social media app. Here's how to delete and organize them.
Where Was 'Ferris Bueller’s Day Off' Filmed? A Look Back at the Iconic '80s Flick
'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' is an iconic film, one that many would arguably say is the prototypical '80s flick, but where was it filmed?
FYI — Apple Music Has Its Own Version of Spotify Wrapped — Here's How to Find It
Avid Apple Music users can access a feature similar to Spotify Wrapped called Apple Music Relay, or to some, Apple Music Wrapped. How to find it.
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Costs Way Less Than You Think to Select, Ship, and Display
How much do people pay for the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree? It may cost less than you think, despite all the work that goes into it.
People Are Getting Semicolon Tattoos for a Personal and Emotional Reason
An uptick in semicolon tattoos may have people a bit confused. However, tattoo artists know exactly what it means when someone asks for the ink.
Crushing Snail Eggs Is Probably the Most Humane Thing You Can Do When Keeping Snails
Why do you have to crush snail eggs? Whether you're a snail owner or happen to find a nest, snail eggs are probably best taken care of on sight.
Hue Knew? The History Behind Your Car's Antifreeze Color Palette
People are wondering why antifreeze, aka coolant, comes in many different colors as they prepare their cars for colder temperatures.
LaLee Wallace of ‘Lalee’s Kin’ Suffered a Stroke After the Documentary Gained Recognition
The heart-wrenching documentary 'LaLee's Kin' enamored viewers to its titular star LaLee Wallace and her family, but where are they now?
What Does It Mean When Someone Talks About the Roman Empire on TikTok?
What does it mean when someone calls something their Roman Empire? Here's a breakdown of the rampant TikTok trend that started with another trend.
What Is Eduardo Saverin Doing Now? Inside the Life of Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook Foe
What is Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin now, and what's that whole story about Mark Zuckerberg screwing over Eduardo? Let's take a look back.
Wednesday Addams's Famous Speech Reminds Us of the True Meaning of Thanksgiving
Wednesday Addams’s famous Thanksgiving Day speech goes into how the Native Americans were and are actually treated by pilgrims and their descendants.
Google Maps Changed Its General Color Scheme and the Internet Is Not Happy About It
Why did the Google Maps app change colors? Many users have noticed a significant change to its color scheme and want to change it back.
Here's How Long Your Thanksgiving Leftovers Will Last in the Fridge
How long are Thanksgiving leftovers good for? Got tons of recipes for using your post-Thanksgiving leftovers? Here's how to know if they've gone bad!
It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's the TikTok Ceiling Challenge — What Is It Exactly?
Yet another trend has taken the social media world by storm and all you need to participate is a phone, some tape, and absolutely no fear of slight heights.
Those Annoying McAfee Pop-Ups Could Actually Be an Attempt to Scam You
McAfee pop-ups may be dominating your screen, and it’s led many to wonder why the pop-ups keep appearing whether you have McAfee or not.
TikTokers Are Opening Up About Their Partners' Beige Flags — Here's What That Means
A beige flag on TikTok is defined as something that isn't a dealbreaker in a relationship but it's a strange quirk that takes one for a loop.
Here's How to Get a Starbucks Red Cup on Red Cup Day (if Your Starbucks Isn't on Strike)
Want to know how to get a Starbucks Red Cup on Red Cup Day? The annual event coincides with a pointed union strike and walk-out for 2023.
TikTok Challenges Can Be Extremely Dangerous — Here Are 5 Challenges That Have Resulted in Deaths
From the blackout challenge to the Benadryl challenge, here are five challenges that originated on TikTok that ultimately led users to their death.
The Coloring Book Challenge Is a Fun Way to Spot Relationship Differences
A new and wholesome trend on TikTok involves comparing coloring book designs with someone else to spot the different ways you see the world.
Watermelon Filter Is Taking Over TikTok and Raising Money for Palestine
The watermelon filter is trending on TikTok and helps raise money for humanitarian relief in Gaza. How does the filter work? We've got the details.
Blue Comments Are Fairly New on TikTok — How to Utilize the Feature
TikTok has been highlighting comments to direct users to search results full of related videos. Learn more about the platform’s new feature.
MOG Is the Latest Acronym Taking Over TikTok, but What Does It Actually Mean?
The acronym MOG is now trending all over TikTok, and "mogging" is part of the broader "looksmaxxing" trend. But what do these terms actually mean?
We Are In a Sassy Man Apocalypse — Here's What That Means
Men have been acting differently and it's making women feel some type of way. Read on for everything we know about TikTok's sassy man apocalypse.