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“My confidence instantly was shot”: Woman shares warning after nail salon infection led to amputation
What began as a routine manicure allegedly turned into a medical emergency for Ashley Christmas (@ashthegoddess09), a TikTok creator who says she …
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People in the U.S. have taken a German habit and Americanized it into “house burping”
American TikTok creators are suddenly reminding each other to “burp” their houses by opening windows to let in fresh air as a …
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“1 seat, 2 people?”: Couple transforms school bus into cozy home. But is it safe?
A couple’s dreamy school bus conversion is going viral on TikTok—but not everyone is convinced it’s safe. Allison and Nick, who document …
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“She’s thinking out of the box”: Influencer’s square jeans divide social media
No matter who you are or what your style is, there’s a pair of jeans for you. There’s wide-leg, bootcut, skinny, and …
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The “nastiest angle” TikTok trend targets ICE, literally: “Do they think people aren’t going to eventually retaliate?”
A new TikTok trend warns of the “nastiest angle” in people’s homes following reports of ICE busting down doors without warrants. These …
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“Zero views?”: Celebrities like Meg Stalter, Finneas say TikTok is censoring their anti-ICE videos
Fans of high-profile celebrities are accusing TikTok of suppressing content criticizing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), after multiple anti-ICE videos appeared to …
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“The eyes…”: Drag queen’s “Erika Qwerk” parody of Erika Kirk draws cheers, outrage, and discourse
Erika Kirk, who took over Turning Point USA after her husband Charlie was killed on Sep. 10, 2025, has become fodder for …
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People are deleting TikTok because of its new privacy policy and ownership. Are they right to?
The whole purpose of the TikTok deal was to allow US citizens more privacy and agency over how their data might be …
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“I got like hella money” has fully taken over as TikTok’s new favorite phrase—now the backlash has begun
It’s the lifecycle of a meme. Now, “I Got Like Hella Money” creator said he won’t stop singing just because the popular …
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Macron pushes for fast-track ban on social media for teenagers
French President Emmanuel Macron says he desires his authorities to fast-track the authorized course of to make sure that a ban on …
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Pets surfing down the stairs are wowing online audiences. Do viewers know they aren’t real?
From its conception, cat content has been the internet’s bread and butter. But in the age of AI, nothing is what it …
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“It’s so irresponsible”: Kylie Jenner’s oddly edited TikTok plugging “cutting jelly” is drawing serious criticism
TW: This article contains discussions of disordered eating. Kylie Jenner is facing backlash after promoting Foodology’s TikTok-viral “cutting jelly,” a fiber supplement …
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“As in Puck Puck???”: One of the first-ever villains on “The Real World” returns as a TikTok cook
The notorious villain from an early season of The Real World is back as a TikTok cooking show host, and he hasn’t …
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“I would be so sad”: First-time mom lightly “slaps” grandma who tried to kiss her newborn
A first-time mom’s playful-ish attempt to enforce a no-kissing rule for her newborn has folks online debating boundaries and baby safety. In …
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“Divorce him NOW”: Southwest passenger accuses stranger of flirting with his wife, throws food as flyers heckle him
A chaotic confrontation took place on a Southwest Airlines flight after one passenger accused another man of flirting with his wife. Instead …
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Papa John’s customer was forced to tip in order to complete their pick-up order: “It’s one thing to tip a delivery driver, but the people making the pizza?”
A person using the Papa John’s app to order carryout was required to enter a tip amount to place the order. When …
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I look like a fridge”: Tana Mongeau says she found the viral shirt Tara Lynn wanted in “under 5 minutes
Tana Mongeau has stepped into the recent TikTok drama involving another influencer’s search for a shirt, and she did so in the …
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“Here we go again…”: Ted Cruz dismisses concerns after being spotted on a plane out of Texas ahead of rare winter storm
Sen. Ted Cruz attempted to tamp down criticism after a photo appeared to show him flying out of Texas just as the …
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“I Am Obsessed”: Ex-Reddit Moderator Lashes Out After His Removal, Inspires Parodies
Drama has exploded around the removal of an r/LivestreamFail moderator after he promoted a vanishing reality show many fear was a scam. …
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Slow cooking yourself”: Woman who uses a heating pad nightly shows her “toasted skin syndrome
A TikTok video showing the aftermath of sleeping with a heating pad has left viewers stunned. In the now-viral clip, a woman …
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So good”: TikTok is drooling over this massively viral two-ingredient “Japanese cheesecake
TikTok’s latest food obsession is a minimalist dessert known as “Japanese cheesecake,” a viral recipe that promises cheesecake-like results using Greek yogurt …
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“China’s living in 2040”: YouTuber shows how she built the “Ningtendo PXBOX 5″—a custom 3-in-1 console
A Chinese YouTuber built a three-in-one gaming console that can play PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X titles. The …
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“Unholy”: Peeps drops Sunny D, Pop-Tarts, and Chili Lime Mango flavors for Easter 2026. The internet is torn
In 2025, Peeps gave us Breyers Cookies & Cream and Rice Krispies Treats flavored marshmallows. In 2026, Peeps is continuing its streak …
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Dr Pepper features TikToker’s viral jingle for the brand in latest ad: “I hope you got paid”
Romeo did it. Dr. Pepper took notice and embraced the TikTok creator’s jingle—something most people who post to the internet only dream …
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UK contemplating its personal Australia-style, teen social media ban: ‘No option off the table’
LONDON — The British authorities says it can think about banning younger youngsters from social media because it tightens legal guidelines designed to guard …
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