Where Was 'Ferris Bueller’s Day Off' Filmed? A Look Back at the Iconic '80s Flick
'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' is an iconic film, one that many would arguably say is the prototypical '80s flick, but where was it filmed?
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FYI — Apple Music Has Its Own Version of Spotify Wrapped — Here's How to Find It
Avid Apple Music users can access a feature similar to Spotify Wrapped called Apple Music Relay, or to some, Apple Music Wrapped. How to find it.
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Costs Way Less Than You Think to Select, Ship, and Display
How much do people pay for the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree? It may cost less than you think, despite all the work that goes into it.
People Are Getting Semicolon Tattoos for a Personal and Emotional Reason
An uptick in semicolon tattoos may have people a bit confused. However, tattoo artists know exactly what it means when someone asks for the ink.
Crushing Snail Eggs Is Probably the Most Humane Thing You Can Do When Keeping Snails
Why do you have to crush snail eggs? Whether you're a snail owner or happen to find a nest, snail eggs are probably best taken care of on sight.
Hue Knew? The History Behind Your Car's Antifreeze Color Palette
People are wondering why antifreeze, aka coolant, comes in many different colors as they prepare their cars for colder temperatures.
LaLee Wallace of ‘Lalee’s Kin’ Suffered a Stroke After the Documentary Gained Recognition
The heart-wrenching documentary 'LaLee's Kin' enamored viewers to its titular star LaLee Wallace and her family, but where are they now?
What Does It Mean When Someone Talks About the Roman Empire on TikTok?
What does it mean when someone calls something their Roman Empire? Here's a breakdown of the rampant TikTok trend that started with another trend.
What Is Eduardo Saverin Doing Now? Inside the Life of Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook Foe
What is Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin now, and what's that whole story about Mark Zuckerberg screwing over Eduardo? Let's take a look back.
Wednesday Addams's Famous Speech Reminds Us of the True Meaning of Thanksgiving
Wednesday Addams’s famous Thanksgiving Day speech goes into how the Native Americans were and are actually treated by pilgrims and their descendants.
Google Maps Changed Its General Color Scheme and the Internet Is Not Happy About It
Why did the Google Maps app change colors? Many users have noticed a significant change to its color scheme and want to change it back.
Here's How Long Your Thanksgiving Leftovers Will Last in the Fridge
How long are Thanksgiving leftovers good for? Got tons of recipes for using your post-Thanksgiving leftovers? Here's how to know if they've gone bad!
It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's the TikTok Ceiling Challenge — What Is It Exactly?
Yet another trend has taken the social media world by storm and all you need to participate is a phone, some tape, and absolutely no fear of slight heights.
Those Annoying McAfee Pop-Ups Could Actually Be an Attempt to Scam You
McAfee pop-ups may be dominating your screen, and it’s led many to wonder why the pop-ups keep appearing whether you have McAfee or not.
TikTokers Are Opening Up About Their Partners' Beige Flags — Here's What That Means
A beige flag on TikTok is defined as something that isn't a dealbreaker in a relationship but it's a strange quirk that takes one for a loop.
Here's How to Get a Starbucks Red Cup on Red Cup Day (if Your Starbucks Isn't on Strike)
Want to know how to get a Starbucks Red Cup on Red Cup Day? The annual event coincides with a pointed union strike and walk-out for 2023.
TikTok Challenges Can Be Extremely Dangerous — Here Are 5 Challenges That Have Resulted in Deaths
From the blackout challenge to the Benadryl challenge, here are five challenges that originated on TikTok that ultimately led users to their death.
The Coloring Book Challenge Is a Fun Way to Spot Relationship Differences
A new and wholesome trend on TikTok involves comparing coloring book designs with someone else to spot the different ways you see the world.
Watermelon Filter Is Taking Over TikTok and Raising Money for Palestine
The watermelon filter is trending on TikTok and helps raise money for humanitarian relief in Gaza. How does the filter work? We've got the details.
Blue Comments Are Fairly New on TikTok — How to Utilize the Feature
TikTok has been highlighting comments to direct users to search results full of related videos. Learn more about the platform’s new feature.
MOG Is the Latest Acronym Taking Over TikTok, but What Does It Actually Mean?
The acronym MOG is now trending all over TikTok, and "mogging" is part of the broader "looksmaxxing" trend. But what do these terms actually mean?
We Are In a Sassy Man Apocalypse — Here's What That Means
Men have been acting differently and it's making women feel some type of way. Read on for everything we know about TikTok's sassy man apocalypse.
What Does "Let Him Cook" Mean on TikTok? Sit Back and We'll Explain
TikTok users are wondering what it means when someone says "let him cook." Here's the meaning behind the viral phrase and when to use it.
Why Are Singers Always Wearing Earpieces on Stage? Here's What We Know
Singers wear earpieces while performing for a few reasons. They protects the singer's hearing and allows them to hear things the audience can't.
People Are Boycotting Starbucks Amid the Company's Response to a Pro-Palestine Union Post
A union with ties to Starbucks spoke out in support of Palestine, and the coffee company threatened to sue. Now, customers are boycotting.
SiriusXM's Deep Track Channel Has Been Retired — Why Did It Disappear?
Fans are confused after the Deep Tracks channel on SiriusXM seemed to disappear, and many want to better understand where the channel went.
Popular Video Chat Service Omegle Is Shutting Down Following Claims of Abuse
Video chat service Omegle is shutting down after 14 years following repeated claims that it was used by sexual abusers and pedophiles.
U.S. Air Force Engineer Cody Sargent Went Viral for Donating Major Organs
On Nov. 1, 2023, U.S. Air Force engineer Cody Sargent passed away. His honor walk went viral because he decided to donate all of his major organs.
The Grand Duchess Balsam Fir Christmas Tree Is Viral on TikTok — Where to Buy It
The Grand Duchess Balsam Fir LED pre-lit artificial Christmas tree is going viral on TikTok. Here's where you can buy it (if you're lucky).
Here’s What It Means to Be “Standing on Business” and How It Makes Life Easier
The phrase “standing on business” is one of TikTok’s ways of holding people accountable. Here’s an overview of what it means and how to use it!
'I Peeled My Orange Today' Is Trending Thanks to a Tear-Jerking TikTok
An emotional breakup text between two women has gone viral on TikTok, which has left many wondering what "I peeled my orange today" means.
Bad News for Frugal Bargain Hunters — TJ Maxx and Marshalls Are Closing Some Stores
Attention all Maxxinistas and Marshalls lovers, several locations in major markets are closing and we are trying not to panic. Here's what we know.
The U.S. Post Office Is Open on Election Day, as Are Most Retailers and Businesses
Elections happen regularly in the U.S., and many are wondering whether the U.S. Post Office is open on days when elections are being held.
People's Back Buttons Aren't Working on Facebook and There Are Some Weird Fixes to It
Why does the back button not work on Facebook? Users are noticing a strange glitch on the app and even stranger fixes to this problem.
South of the Border Conspiracy Theories: Drugs, Gambling, Money Laundering, and Ice Cream
The popular I-95 roadside attraction South of the Border is home to several conspiracy theories, depending on who you ask. Many have called it "creepy."
Kids Are Nailing Math Challenges Thanks to the Abacus Hand Method — Let's Break It Down
What is the abacus hand method? Some kids use it as an alternative way to do math equations, and it's completely mind-blowing to us!
The TikTok Chair Challenge May Be Proof That Women Are Superior to Men
A challenge on TikTok involving a chair supposedly provides more evidence of things that women can do that men simply cannot. Here's what it entails.
Elvis Is Alive! — Why the Conspiracy Theorists Believe the King’s Death Wasn’t Real
There are a lot of conspiracy theories surrounding Elvis Presley's death, but why are people so intent on believing his passing was faked?
Nazi Germany’s Expeditions Into Antarctica Has Spawned a Lot of Conspiracy Theories
There are tons of conspiracy theories surrounding Antarctica, but many of them seem to be intertwined with Nazi Germany's interest in the area.
Experts Have Uncovered the Truth About Why People Like to Be Scared and Its Frightening!
USC experts are examining the reasons why people like to be scared, and others are sharing a warning about our thirst for seeking fear.
These Cats Got Dressed up for Halloween and Their Costumes Are Incredible
Although dogs usually tend to steal the show on Halloween, these cats in Halloween costumes will definitely make your spooky season a little better.
16 of the Funniest "I Hate Going to Gay Halloween Parties" Memes That Are Slaying the Internet
Social media users are jokingly revealing they "hate going to gay Halloween parties" because of their iconic costumes. Check out the memes below!
Sign Language Interpreters Have Expressive Faces — They Speak With Their Features
Sign language translators often make very expressive faces, but people who don’t speak sign language are confused as to why they do this.
Feeling Trapped Inside a Web of Lies in Your Relationship? There's a Name for That
Spider-webbing is a new dating trend that combines the worst of all the others. Read on to learn how to spot the signs before you get entangled.
7 of the Most Hilarious Black Twitter Memes to Be for Halloween
Life is too short to take yourself too seriously. Luckily, Black Twitter has several memes that could be very non-serious Halloween costumes.
50 Spooktacular Pun-Filled Halloween Group Chat Names for You and Your Squad
Halloween is approaching, so it's time to get in the spirit. Here is a list of the best Halloween-themed group chat names for you and your friends.
People Are Sharing Watermelon Emojis in Support of Palestine — Here's What It Means
Why are people sharing watermelon emojis? The gesture is meant as support for public expression for Palestinians amid ongoing conflict.
A Woman Documents Her Nightmare-ish Uber Ride as Sloth from 'The Goonies'
When a woman wears a scary Halloween costume in her Uber, she looks so ugly that the driver doesn’t even want to pick her up ... or so it seems.
What Happened to BlackBerry Phones Will Surprise You
BlackBerry phones were all the rage, but what happened to BlackBerry wound up becoming a 2023 movie. Here's how they disappeared.
Lights, Camera, Strike! 8 SAG-AFTRA Strike-Approved Halloween Costumes
SAG-AFTRA recently released guidelines for members looking to celebrate Halloween. With that said, here are a few strike-approved Halloween costumes!