The Ice Bucket Challenge Returned for a Brand-New Cause — Inside the Remixed Trend
Don't call it a comeback — call it an icy takeover.
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Viral "Good Boy" Slang From TikTok Isn’t as Harmless as It Sounds, and Needs to Go Away
"This is so mean I can't explain it."
Google AI Will Take Any Meaningless Phrase You Give It and Give It a Meaning
Google will define nonsense for you; you just have to ask.
Why Is the Pope Buried in Three Coffins? All the Details About the Catholic Tradition
On Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, Pope Francis passed away due to a cerebral stroke, which ultimately led to coma and irreversible cardiac arrest.
The Dying Rose Emoji Is Suddenly Everywhere, So Here's Some Info on What It Means
The dying rose emoji is suddenly everywhere, but no one has explained what it means.
Pope Francis's Funeral Is Set to Be a Major Event for the Catholic Church
Pope Francis is currently laying in state in St. Peter's Basilica.
Tempered Glass’s Arch Nemesis Is Ceramic Tile: Here’s Why
Tile isn't as smooth as you may think.
If You’re Wondering What “Clock That Tea” Even Means, You’re Not Alone
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Kevin Is Not Just a Dude's Name on TikTok — What Does It Mean as a Slang Term?
Kevin is a word for bad, and it's brand new in the history of the internet.
Student Loan Borrowers in Default Might Have Their Wages Garnished by the Government
Wage garnishment is one of the ways the government can collect on debt.
Why Does the Pope Change His Name? A Look at the Respectful Tradition
Pope Francis, who died in April 2025, had a radical take on the tradition.
A Pope's Apartment Is Sealed Following His Death, but Why Does This Happen?
A number of traditions are closely adhered to after the pope's death.
Nearly 10 Cardinals Are in the Running: Who Will Be the Next Pope in 2025?
There are nine cardinals who stand a chance of being named the next Pope of Rome.
Shein and Temu’s Prices Increase in Response to “Global Trade Rules and Tariffs”
"Due to recent changes in global trade rules and tariffs, our operating expenses have gone up."
What Does "LMR" Mean on TikTok? All the Details About What it Actually Means
TikTok has become a massive social media platform that many users cite as their go-to for practically anything and everything.
Do You Need a REAL ID to Fly If You Have a Passport? Know Before You Go
Is a passport the only form of identification you must have in order to get on an airplane?
What Happened to Modere? Here’s Why the Wellness Brand Reached Its Abrupt End
"We’re incredibly grateful for your support, trust, and loyalty over the years."
Coffee Mugs Are Not the Product That Bad Dragon Is Most Well-Known For
The mug is a joke that you might get, but will never say that you get.
Four Multifunctional Vacation Essentials for the Minimalist Packer
Being a minimalist tourist makes sense.
YouTube Thumbnails Have Gotten Ridiculously Large, and People Are Not Happy
Users miss the days when they could see more than three videos in a row.
Harvard's Federal Funding Is Now Frozen, but What Is That Money Used for?
Harvard's federal funding comes mostly in the form of individual grants.
Why Do People Chew Gum at Raves? Here's the Not-So-Wholesome Reason Behind the Habit
Chewing gum at a rave is designed to save you a lot of pain down the road.
Whitney Duden and Nik Richie Confirm Their Relationship With Viral Instagram Reveal
The intrigue around Whitney and Nik’s relationship had been brewing for months.
Ready to Go Hands-Free? Here's How to Turn on Auto-Scroll on TikTok
Look ma, no hands! TikTok's auto-scroll is an exciting way to make endlessly scrolling through videos even easier.
The Meaning of "Vril" Is Either Good or Very, Very Bad, Depending on Who You Ask on TikTok
While some believe "vril" is just a Westernized version of "chi," the book from where it originates is deeply problematic.
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."
What Is the Meaning of TikTok’s "Watched Videos You Shared" Alert? Users Are Confused
What does it mean when an alert pops up on TikTok telling you someone watched a video you shared?
What Does Bombardino Crocodilo Mean? A Deep Dive Into The TikTok Brainrot Lore
Bombardino Crocodilo is viral brainrot spreading all over TikTok.
What Does "E" Mean in Golf? What It Means When a Player’s Score Says "E"
What does it mean when someone scores an "E" while golfing?
What’s Driving the Current Solana Price? Key Factors to Watch
Solana has drawn a lot of attention because of its speed; it processes transactions much faster and with lower transaction fees than its larger peers.
Claim Suggests Hawaiian Punch Never Gets Cold — Wait, but Does It?
"Hawaiian Punch will make your teeth feel like they grew fur."
The Titanic Is the Most Famous Ship in History, but When Will It Disappear to Time?
A combination of currents at the depths it lies at, the pressure of the ocean weighing down, and iron-eating bacteria are working together to tear the iconic ship to pieces.
“Tralalero Tralala” Is an Uncomfortable Rant That Took TikTok by Storm
"Tralalero Tralala, porco dio e porco Allah" has everything to do with Fortnite.
Walmart Is the Latest Major Retailer to Face Boycotts Over DEI Rollbacks
People are boycotting Walmart over its DEI policies, among other reasons.
Frida Kahlo Turned Her Pain Into a Legendary Career as a Prolific Painter
Frida Kahlo's personal tragedies became the inspiration behind her greatest paintings.
Why Did the Price of Mega Millions Lottery Tickets Increase to $5?
The Mega Millions has changed the lives of many players throughout the years, which is why lotto players continue to come back to the game time and time again.
What Does Meeting Medusa Mean? TikTok Users Link It to Tattoos and Trauma Survival
Have you ever wondered what it means when someone says they met Medusa in the comments on TikTok?
6 Psychic Movies You Should Watch
Classic films that touch on psychic phenomena have made their mark not just in Hollywood but in popular culture as a whole.
Catholic Churches Spend Lent With Statues, Artwork, and Crosses Covered Up
Catholic churches have most statues, crosses, and images draped in fabric during Lent.
Reddit Changed Its App Logo, and Users Are Not Pleased With the New Look
Reddit's 2025 logo change appears to have been timed to April Fool's Day.
Why Is Instagram Removing Notes? Its CEO Announced Its Removal After Less Than a Year
"We’ll keep exploring ways to make Instagram more fun and social, but content notes wasn’t it."
Fox News Seems to Have Removed Its Ticker as the Stock Market Collapsed
The news network has been known to push the president's agenda aggressively.
North Korea Plays Music Every Morning, and It’s Freaking People Out
"This sounds nice, until you hear it everyday for 80 years."
Decoding "Lacing Me Down Bad" — What Does This Slang Phrase Really Mean?
What does it mean when someone says "lacing me down bad" to you?
Amazon Was One of Several Companies to Bid on Purchasing TikTok From ByteDance
Amazon is one of several companies that submitted a bid for the company.
Pamela Paul Left the New York Times as Part of a Wave of Opinion Section Cuts
Pamela Paul left the New York Times as part of a broader set of Opinion page changes.
The Solitaire: 5 of the Biggest Benefits of Regularly Playing Solitaire
With a variety of cognitive and mental health benefits, regularly playing Solitaire can become a mindful part of your routine that also makes a difference in other parts of your life.
Why Does MetaMask Keep Opening in Chrome? Users Report a Bug After Extension Updates
Why does MetaMask auto-launch in a tab every time you open Chrome?
Autism Awareness Day Is April 2 — Here’s What Color You Should Wear
Autism awareness extends beyond just one day, it’s actually recognized throughout the entire month of April.
The Signal Leak Incident: A Cautionary Tale
Organizations now require crisis communications teams equipped not just with media relations skills but with digital forensics expertise, social media monitoring capabilities, and rapid response protocols designed for a 24/7 news cycle.