What Does “Gay Baby Jail” Mean? Brittney Griner’s Note Was an Unfortunate Misunderstanding
Brittney Griner, an openly gay WNBA player, received the note in a hotel room after being released from prison in 2023.
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One Parent Shared They Believe Girl Scouts Is "Using Child Labor To Sell Their Product"
"We just thought it would be a decent hobby to try out," a parent wrote on Reddit.
Got Plans With Your Homie on Feb. 26? TikTok Says Cancel Them Expeditiously
Feb. 26 was typically considered a non-eventful day until TikTok decided to use it as a day of deception.
The Orange Broken Heart Emoji Is a Memorial to a Family of Israeli Hostages
The orange broken heart refers to a specific Israeli hostage family.
What Does “Chopped” Mean? The Insulting Slang Term Is Rooted in Black and LGBTQ+ Culture
The term can be used in multiple ways, but is almost always used to offend.
Donald Trump Has Announced an End to Congestion Pricing, but What Is It?
Congestion pricing has been effective in New York, but Donald Trump is trying to kill it.
If Your Cursor Keeps Disappearing in Google Docs, Try These Fixes Out
"So frustrating."
Pia Mehta Attends Madame Ushi in Aspen for Star-Studded President's Day Weekend
Pia Mehta has garnered attention in elite social circles with the launch of her new podcast.
An Asteroid Wouldn't Have to Be a Certain Size to Totally Destroy the Planet
It wouldn't take an asteroid all that big to wipe out life on the planet.
Boston's JFK Library and Museum Closed Suddenly Without Warning and People Want To Know Why
The JFK Library opened for the first time on Oct. 20, 1979.
Snapchat’s Sponsored Ad Feature Is the Final Straw for Many of Its Loyal Users
Snapchat users just want to have their sneaky conversations in peace!
2030 AI World: In Five Years Artificial Intelligence Will Have Completely Transformed Everything
"What we found is that we have exactly five years until everything changes."
Delta Flight Flips Upside Down During Landing — Here's What Might Have Caused It
Experts believe the weather conditions contributed to the Delta plane flipping.
When Will Chernobyl Be Safe? What We Know About the World's Largest Nuclear Exclusion Zone
Chernobyl is mysterious and ominous at times, but it's not entirely uninhabited.
Meet Kartik Kaipa: What We Can Learn From The Genius Behind Uber’s Gulfstream Project
Kartik Kaipa is an industry professional who has made major contributions to today’s global payments systems
Not a Big Fan of Red or Pink? You Can Always Wear Black on Valentine's Day!
Wearing black on Valentine's Day carries a variety of meanings!
What Does "EVB" Mean on TikTok? Decoding the Trending Abbreviation and How It’s Used
Have you found yourself wondering what someone means when they say "EVB" on TikTok?
Why Do Cars Get Stuck on Train Tracks? Here's the Explanation Behind the Phenomenon
It's a terrifying thought: Your car stalls over a train track just as a train roars towards you.
TinyBrickOven Rises: Will Fagg’s Fight for the Perfect Slice, His Pizza Revolution, and a Little Christmas Magic
Before Dave Portnoy’s unexpected visit, TinyBrickOven was struggling.
Why Is ChatGPT So Slow? A Simple Maintenance Step You’ve Probably Ignored
Something you aren't doing could be the reason your ChatGPT is running so slow.
Paper Straws Are Officially Out in Another One of President Trump's Executive Orders
President Trump banned paper straws in the U.S.
ASMR Is Basically a Whole Subculture for Some TikTok Users and Creators
ASMR is a big part of TikTok for some users and creators.
Google Calendar Users Noticed the Sudden Absence of Pride Month Among Other Holidays
Google released a statement about removing certain holidays from the Google Calendar.
Celebrity Using Glasses As A Fashion Statement: The Versatility of Progressive Lenses
Rather than the unnatural feel of using bifocals, progressive lenses make seeing more seamless.
Ever Wondered What "NTM" Means on TikTok? We've Got the Answer for You!
"NTM" has multiple possible meanings for social media users.
Here’s Why Kendrick Lamar’s Performer Waving a Sudan-Gaza Flag at the Super Bowl
The Super Bowl performer's political stance resulted in him being banned from NFL events for life.
Why Do My AirPods Sound Muffled? Here’s What Might Be Causing the Issue
With how expensive AirPods are, it can be extremely frustrating when they don't work properly.
Are You Looking to Lose Google Maps? Here Are Some Solid Alternatives
We have no idea how to celebrate Gulf of America day and we don't intend to find out!
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.
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."