The 'Bridgerton' Ladies Are Always Wearing Wrist Tags at the Balls — Is It Regency Era GPS?
The phrases "my dance card is full" and "I'll pencil you in" were both born from these funny little wrist tags.
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AI Overviews Are All Over Google, but What Are They and Where Did They Come From?
AI Overviews are coming to your search results, but you can turn them off if you don't want them.
Squatted Trucks, aka Carolina Squats, Are Against the Law in Several States
"It's not safe; your headlights can't aim down that far, and frankly, Tom Cruise, your short a-- can't see over the hood."
"Golf Widow" Is Trending on TikTok and Many Women Can Relate
“On Wednesdays, I’m a golf widow. If you are with somebody that has golf as a hobby, then you know exactly how it feels and what I mean.”
Does Your Phone Say "Call Failed" When You Contact Someone? Folks Have Had This Issue for Years
Still making phone calls in 2024? Still getting responses saying "Call Failed"? Here are some reasons why.
Brits Call Flashlights "Torches," Which Is Very Confusing for Americans
Some words don’t transcend space and time. Americans say “flashlights,” but Brits call them “torches.” Why the difference?
The X Challenge Was an Insensitive Dance Trend That Went Viral on TikTok in 2018
The X Challenge was tied to XXXTentacion's death and although it was popular in 2018, many see it as disrespectful now.
Why the So-Called “Pizza Meter” Has Social Media Nervous
“The Pizza Meter is rising. It’s supposed to be a small sign offer soon,” one TikTok user claimed.
TikToker Struggles to Explain How Gen Alpha Has Redefined What "Preppy" Means
Don't pull out the boat shoes or button-downs if you're trying to fit Gen Alpha's definition of "preppy.
Being "Booed Up" Isn't Bad — Unless You're Ditching Your Friends, That Is
Being booed up is actually a good thing, so long as you're still maintaining your relationships with your friends.
Good Luck Turning Off Facebook's New Meta AI — It's Here to Stay
Asking Meta AI how to disable it won't give you accurate answers, so you really can't ask it "anything."
The Boy Scouts Are Now "Scouting America" to Be More Inclusive, Drawing Controversy
The Boy Scouts of America have changed their name after 114 years to be “more inclusive,” but some members aren't happy.
5 Alternatives to Boy Scouts as the Organization Rebrands and Struggles
After years of losing members due to sexual assault accusations, and having to declare bankruptcy, Boy Scouts is rebranding to Scouting America.
Why Do Greek People Break Plates at Weddings? A Closer Look at Greek Culture
Greeks sure know how to throw a party, but why do they break plates to celebrate? The answer may surprise you.
Spam Accounts Keep Tagging People on Facebook, and Those People Aren't Thrilled
Spam on Facebook seems almost inevitable, which is unfortunate for those who use the platform regularly.
Here's What Actually Happens Inside the Met Gala — Biggest Night in Fashion
If you’re lucky enough to attend the Met Gala, there’s food, festivities… and opportunities to meet your heroes.
A New and Very NSFW Filter on TikTok Claims to Show Markiplier's Multiplier
The Markiplier filter on TikTok claims to feature the YouTuber's private parts, and it isn't clear whether he's aware.
Everyone Is Saying "Type Shi" All the Time, but What Does It Mean?
“Type shi” is one of those phrases that can really mean anything. But it might not be of use to elder TikTokers.
You Don't Want People to Call You "Unc" on TikTok
"Unc" is an AAVE slang term being used online to call another user old — even if they're not actually that old.
Still Wondering What The "It's Gonna Be May" Meme Means? Here's an Explainer on Its Origin
In a stitch video asking which one word you mispronounced still haunts you to this day, Justin Timberlake replied, "me."
Why Is May 1 Called May Day? There's Actually a Lot to Know
While the October 31 holiday is about death, May Day is about fertility, birth, and life. The occasion is usually celebrated with flowers.
Does Red Bull Shatter Glass? Don't Believe What You See on Social Media
Is the combination of caffeine, taurine, glucuronolactone, sucrose and glucose, B-group vitamins, and water destructive?
What Does "Hot Girl Fit" Mean on TikTok? It's a Term Used in 'Anyone but You'
The next time someone tells you you're "hot girl fit," you should consider if they're really your friend (or not).
If You Come Across a Purple Fence, Don’t Walk Through It Without Permission
You may have come across a purple fence or two in your travels, and oftentimes it's not just a design choice. So what does it mean?
Google Pay Is Going Away and Users Are Encouraged to Use Google Wallet
"Android users can easily save, find, and use their Google Pay payments methods on the go with Google Wallet," writes Google.
Why Did My Text Messages Turn Green? From Innocent to Sinister Reasons
According to Apple support, you may be dealing with a possible issue that needs to be resolved.
Soulja Boy Has Offered to Buy TikTok to Avoid Looming U.S. Ban
"You maybe don’t see it now but TikTok is more important than any other platform right now that’s why they’re trying to ban it trust me."
Wanna Feel Old? Spotify Might Want You to if the Age Cap Setting Is Actually a Thing
When will the ageism in the country stop? A potential age cap on Spotify has us feeling like the Crypt Keeper.
What Does the Percentage of Rain Mean — Because It's Not What You Think
And here we thought that if you see a 20 percent chance of rain, it just means there's a 20 percent likelihood those drops will fall.
Red Bags Are Loaded First on Some Airplanes — TikTokers Explain Why
If you have red luggage, here's why some airlines load it first. You might have to wait longer at baggage claim.
Why Is My iPhone Alarm Not Going Off? Help!
"I had to go buy an alarm clock months ago because I couldn’t trust my iPhone’s alarm."
You Don't Have to Look Between Keys on Your Keyboard If You Don't Want To
Many people want the look between on your keyboard meme to die quickly, and if possible, painfully.
Jittleyang Is Trending on TikTok, but Where Does the Slang Term Come From?
Jittleyang and fuhuhluhtoogan may seem like nonsense terms, but they've become very important on TikTok.
What Does 'LFG' Mean In 'Deadpool & Wolverine'? The Meaning Behind This Battle Cry
In the world of Deadpool and Wolverine, the acronym "LFG" holds a special significance. Here's the meaning behind the battle cry.
Why Do Pilots Say "Souls on Board"? A Look at the Phrase's Origins
The term found its roots in nautical terminology in the 18th century.
What Is "Ozempic Face"? It’s a New Buzzy Side Effect of the Popular Weight Loss Drug
Fans think that some of their favorite A-listers are sporting new facial features.
What Is a Trad Wife? The Culture Is Trending on TikTok
“At bottom, trad-wife culture has implicitly or explicitly in it a distrust of the modern social order,” says historian Kathleen Belew.
FW Is a New Acronym for Many on TikTok, but Its Meaning Is Pretty Simple
FW is the latest acronym to pop up on TikTok, and it stands for "f--k with." Let's see how people use it.
'Warhammer 40,000' Players Are up in Arms Over the "Woke" Controversy of Women Existing
Female characters are still a baffling concept, as the new "woke" controversy in the 'Warhammer 40,000' fandom will tell you.
Sound Off: Does a Hard Wig Really Attract a Soft Life?
Many Black women accused of having a “hard wig, soft life” say the luxury afforded to them has nothing to do with hair.
How to Take a Screenshot on a Computer — Mac, Windows, and Chromebook
Taking a screenshot on your computer is like riding a bike. Once you know how to do it, you'll do it all the time.
Claudine Gay's Husband Is Also a Faculty Member at a Prestigious University
Claudine's Gay's husband worked as a lecturer at Harvard Medical School from 2006 to 2015. Find out where he works now.
Why You Should Worry if Someone Accuses You of Having a “Hard Wig, Soft Life”
The problematic trend highlights the type of Black women social media believes white men prefer.
Why Does Running a Marathon Make You Poop? Mystery Explained
Why does running a marathon make you poop? Long-distance runners have long struggled with the urge to go No. 2 before, during, and after a marathon.
A Standards Test Is Trending on TikTok and Getting Mixed Reactions
A new standards test is trending on TikTok and convincing many people that their standards for a potential partner are too high.
The "What's Up, Brother?" Trend on TikTok Has Taken Over the NFL — and Relationships
Streamer Sketch unintentionally started a new viral trend that's got everyone laughing.
What Does "Drizzle Drizzle" Mean on TikTok? It's Part of a Broader Parody Trend
It’s part of a broader parody trend taking over TikTok called the “soft guy era.”
How Lululemon Got Its Name — One of Many Controversies
“So I thought, the next time I come up with a company’s name, I’m going to put three 'L's in it and see if I can get three times as much."
Here Are 7 Brands Like Brandy Melville, but With More Sizes
Brandy Melville's working philosophy seems to be that if you fit in their clothes, great. If not, too bad. However, consumers have other options.