Google Maps Is Calling It the Gulf of America Now, but Why Did They Make the Change?
The name change is based on Google's policy of aligning with the U.S. government.
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AI Detectors: How Do We Balance Trust With Innovation?
The continued refinement of AI detection tools is an essential task but a significant opportunity.
Are the Emails From Blue Cross Blue Shield Regarding Checks for a Class Action Lawsuit Real?
This email from BCBS is not a scam so pay attention!
The Recent Spate of Plane Crashes Has Many Worried About the State of Air Travel
Plane crashes seem very common right now, but are they really?
Here’s What the Viral "6-7" Trend on TikTok Means and Where It Came From
Looking for an explainer on the viral "6-7" trend on TikTok? Don't worry, we've got you covered!
"Am I a Sunrise or a Sunset?" — Understanding the Meaning of TikTok's Latest Trend
"Am I a sunrise or a sunset?"
Real Life 'Landman' Jason Gagnon Headed To Reality Television
We're told several production companies are interested in showcasing the real-life oil business, and the colorful characters who work in the industry.
Seann William Scott’s Tattoos Show up in a Few of His Roles — Here’s What They Mean
"Doesn’t really seem ... appropriate for my character in 'Goon' to have them."
In His Last Piece for ‘The New York Times,' Charles Blow Said He “Never Wanted to Be a Writer”
"I heard the music, and I hope that you could occasionally hear it through me."
Dr. Kayse Shrum Has Resigned as the President of Oklahoma State University
Dr. Kayse Shrum was the first woman to lead a public research university in Oklahoma.
Social Media Loves Coming up With New and Interesting Ways to Insult Women — Like Chuzz on TikTok
"Greetings or salutations, huzz."
Are Your Eyebrows a Sign of Your Mental Health Status? This Theory Thinks So
"I was a prime example of it."
"Walk in the Spirit" on TikTok: Is It Biblical or Just Another Trend?
"There's a difference between knowing the path and walking the path."
How AI Tools Are Helping Professionals Present Themselves
Many people are using AI models to create and test compelling visual representations of themselves and their work.
Could Roblox Actually Buy TikTok and Keep the App Alive in the United States?
Roblox is one of many companies rumored to want to buy TikTok.
Here's What the New Tariffs Mean for All of Your Potential Shein Orders
Trump's tariffs are going to make it harder to get your hands on Shein products.
Ace From 'The Ace and TJ Show' Passed Away Months After He Exited the Radio Show
The long-running radio show changed after Ace's exit.
Donald Trump Wants to Create a Sovereign Wealth Fund so the U.S. Can Buy TikTok
It's unclear how the fund would actually acquire money.
What Does the Nine Star American Flag Mean on United States Government Websites?
People believe the U.S. government changed the flag on government websites.
Here's Why Everyone Is Going to Costco and Why You Might Want to Go Too!
"When a company supports the people, we support it back."
James Marsden Says While He’s “Self-Deprecating,” He’s Not Shy About Being “A Great Dad”
He particularly loves Christmas traditions with the family.
The "Red Lipstick Movement" Is Making Waves on TikTok Decades After It Was Introduced
"Day five of wearing red lipstick to school until we get a new president."
Punxsutawney Phil, When He’s Not Predicting the Weather, Is Active as a Local Mascot Year Round
He's right about 35 percent of the time.
TikTok Was Automatically Uninstalled on a User's Phone Because of Automatic App Updates
"It tried to update and it took it off my phone."
Google Has Turned Black on Some People's Phones, and They Don't Know Why
Google might be black on your phone for a couple of simple reasons.
5 Reasons to Let Your Kids Get Creative With Their Fashion Choices, With PatPat’s Albert Wang
"This sense of self-discovery is exciting for both parents and children.”
Conspiracy Theorists Accuse Disney of Re-Naming ‘Frozen’ to Redirect Internet Searches About Founder’s Icy Body
Is Walt Disney cryogenically frozen?
Inside the Timeline for When the Gulf of Mexico Becomes the Gulf of America on Google Maps
President Trump signed an executive order to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico.
Hesam Alinezhad: Bridging Innovation and Impact in the Crypto World
The Money Maker app, a ground-breaking platform created to make money generating easier for users, is the key to Hesam's success.
Trump Says That Microsoft Is in Contention to Buy TikTok, but Is That True?
Trump suggested that many companies might bid for the platform.
Humanity’s Doomsday Clock Is Down to 89 Seconds to Midnight — But What Does It Mean?
Symphony of destruction.
Deepseek AI Has Quickly Gained Popularity — But Is It Safe for People To Use?
DeepSeek is quickly taking over the United States.
The Phrase "Sign Name Cuff" Is All Over TikTok Because of How It Sounds Backwards
The phrase doesn't mean anything until you manipulate the audio.
Will I Have TikTok If I Get a New Phone? You May, If You Have This Device
"No it will not, I know from experience." — Redditor @whothefudge_
The TikTok Acronym "LOML" Might Just Be the Cutest Thing You'll See on Social Media
"LOML" might just be one of the cutest acronyms out there!
Users Are Scared to Update Their Phones Because They Don't Want to Lose TikTok
Some are worried about the app disappearing if they keep their phone software current.
A Delivery Driver on TikTok Warns Against Falling for a QR Code Shipping Scam
"Do not scan the QR code. They can access your information or something after that."
What Is DeepSeek AI? Here's What We Know About the Company That's Shaking the Tech World
Some people are calling this a one-two punch. China has now twice proven that America's sense of superiority may be unearned.
Breakfast Lovers Want To Know What’s Up With Those Tiny Useless Maple Syrup Jar Handles
Some mini maple syrup jugs have tiny handles.
What Does "Lockjaw" Mean on TikTok? The Song Behind the Unrecognizable Makeup Trend
Just shy of 150,000 videos have been uploaded using the "LOCKJAW" sound clip on TikTok as of January 2025.
Donald Trump Is Declassifying JFK and MLK Files, but What Does That Even Mean?
Trump has ordered the declassification of some interesting documents related to several assassinations.
TikTok's "Cute Winter Boots" Phrase Has a Meaning That Not Everyone Understands Right Away
Cute winter boots is a code phrase for important topics on TikTok.
ChatGPT Briefly Went Down, and People Were Really Freaked out About It
ChatGPT was down on Jan. 23, disrupting many people's work days.
Marathons Are 26.2 Miles Because of This Famous Moment in Olympic Games History
Pheidippides was the OG marathon runner.
What Does CGV Mean on TikTok? About the Notifications Associated With It
"What did I do?"
Here's How To Block Facebook on TikTok and Why Some Users Believe It’s Important To Do
"Using my last breath on TikTok to block Facebook."
Freeze, Pose, Repeat! 52 Snow Day Captions for Your Winter Wonderland Posts
Get ready to "snow" off your style this snow day with captions that'll make your Instagram feed shine bright!
The TikTok Algorithm Feels Different to U.S. Users After They Returned to the App
TikTok went down for more than 12 hours for users based in the U.S.
What Did Eric Trump’s Hand Sign Mean at the Inauguration? And Why Does Donald Trump Do It Too?
Some social media users believe Eric's hand gesture is about power.
Attention American TikTok Users: Here Are the People Who Talked Smack About Us During the Ban
"It just feels ... off."