Facebook Has Changed Its Messenger Icon to Blue, and Many Want to Know Why
Messenger's new look has many of its regular users upset.
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Meta Is Apologizing to Users Who Saw Sexual and Violent Content on Instagram
Instagram made a mistake that showed sensitive content to all its users.
Amazon Upgraded their AI with Alexa Plus, and Here's When It Will Be Released
Alexa+ is touted as "meaningfully smarter," bringing new features and a more comprehensive AI assistant to an Amazon device near you very soon.
If You Hear Someone Say They Want to "Swiss Cheese" You, It Probably Isn't Good
"Swiss cheese" might have more than one meaning on TikTok.
Here's When You Can Catch Joann's Going-Out-of-Business Sales
After being in business for roughly 80 years, Joann announced in February 2025 it's closing all of its stores.
Google Maps Is Showing Some Users a Totally Black Icon Instead of Its Logo
The icon has been replaced by a totally black box for some users.
Automation and Ambition: How Niko Dieckhoff Scaled His Online Business With Smart Strategies
"I wanted to create something of my own, something that wasn’t tied to a fixed schedule or location."
Apparently, Ringing in Your Left Ear Means You’re Connected to the Spiritual World
So, you’re telling me the ringing in my ears could be more than just a buildup of earwax?
TikTok Users Are Jokingly Preparing to Slime Their Homeboys on February 26
The trend has taken over TikTok headed into Feb. 26.
iPhone Users Noticed an Issue With Dictation That Replaces the Word 'Racist' With 'Trump'
Apple released a statement about the dictation issue.
John Oliver's Facebook Instructions Will Make Your Data Less Valuable to Meta
John Oliver has concrete ways you can make yourself less valuable to Meta.
People Around the Country Are Confused by Strange Deposits in Their Bank Account
TPG Products is a third party that might get involved in your tax return.
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.
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.