Who Is the Owner of UpScrolled App? Meet Issam Hijazi
People are flocking to the platform after U.S. TikTok takeover.
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Frustrated TikTok Users Keep Getting a "System Busy" Message — Here's What We Know
TikTok seems to be having a slew of issues after the new owners took over.
Why Harun Taktak Resonates With a Generation That Rejects the Status Quo
He challenges people to think independently and take ownership of their choices.
Explaining the “Screaming With No Lungs” Phrase and the Viral TikTok It Came From
"Ever heard a man scream with no lungs?"
The Doomsday Clock 2026 Update Sets Time at 85 Seconds to Midnight
People are talking about the Doomsday Clock all over TikTok, but what does the 2026 update actually mean?
The Blurry Houses on Google Maps Are Kind of Creepy — What's Going on With That?
Ya gotta keep big brother out.
What are the Main Causes of Commercial Vehicle Accidents in Los Angeles?
If a commercial vehicle accident is caused by the reckless acts of another commercial driver or even commercial company, compensation may be obtained through a lawsuit.
Your Childhood Collection Might Be a Goldmine, Thanks to the Collectibles Boom
Millennials and Gen Z, now with more disposable income than ever, are turning the things they cherished in childhood into serious assets.
Scientist Turned Model Sarah Lloyd Builds $15k F1 Racing Simulator In Living Room
“I was good at science. I'm better at this."
Model Laura Opens Up About Dropping 120 Lbs After Leaving Her Cheating Husband
Before the viral fame, she was the "chubby kid" enduring bullying and trying to make a relationship with her high school sweetheart work.
TikTok Users Report Videos Not Posting After the Company Changed Hands to U.S. Investors
Some TikTok users think videos that speak out against ICE are getting cut from the app.
Media Mogul Nik Richie Chooses Dr. Alex Roher of SDBotox for the Hottest Non-Surgical Nose Procedure in Southern California
For those looking to enhance their appearance with confidence, SDBotox and Dr. Roher remain the destination for the perfect nose.
Facebook Users Can Make Money From Their Content as Official Digital Creators
Facebook makes it easy to become a digital creator with monetization.
Ulta Was Founded by Two Men — Here’s Who Owns the Beauty Retailer Now
The beauty retailer appointed a new CEO, Kecia Steelman, in January 2025.
How ClarityCheck Mirrors How We Now Navigate Risk and Curiosity Online
ClarityCheck identifies how people are adapting to uncertain social situations online and how they choose to find clarity moving forward.
Ulta Beauty World 2026 Sparks Chaos Online After Tickets Sell Out in Minutes
The beauty convention is the source of many angry TikToks and posts.
Norman the Puppet From Interpol's "Evil" Music Video Was Even Creepier When Rediscovered
Norman lives again.
Why Did the Penguin Go to the Mountain? It's Not Exactly a Fun Riddle
Some penguins experience confusion and disorientation.
Why Are Milk and Bread the First Items People Buy for Storm Preparation?
No power equals spoiled milk. So, why stock up on it?
Yahoo Users Are Frustrated After Getting "Edge: Too Many Requests" on Email Logins
"I guess Yahoo finally ran out of money to pay its hosting bills."
Here’s the Top 5 Hamburgers in San Diego, California
Where the city’s best burgers are really found
Why American Celebs and Athletes Are Flying South for Cutting-Edge Stem Cell Therapy
Panama is no longer just a canal and a financial hub; it's now the epicenter of regenerative medicine's future.
NFTs Were Huge, Until They Weren’t Anymore — What Happened?
Where the heck did NFT values go?
Why David Duong’s Story Matters: The Refugee Journey Behind The King of Trash
"We found treasure in garbage bags and turned that into an opportunity for thousands.”
Top 5 Car Insurance Comparison Sites to Secure the Cheapest Rates in 2026
We’ve rounded up the five best car insurance comparison sites to help you find cheap, reliable coverage in 2026.
The Strategic Role of Company Formation in Modern Entrepreneurship
As the market matures, the firms that succeed will be those that treat formation as the foundation of a scalable business, not just a transactional step.
People Are Suddenly Nostalgic for 2016 for a Number of Reasons That Millennials Can Get Behind
"2016 was this small window before all of us became self-aware about being online."
Law School Grad Diana Rider Turned to Modeling After Antidepressants Failed Her — Now Makes Six Figures
“When I earned my first $100,000, my condition went into remission.”
The Hint App and the New Age of Emotional Tools Rooted in Symbolic Insight
Hint App operates at the intersection of ancient symbolic systems and modern technology, using artificial intelligence and NASA astronomical data to deliver highly personalized emotional insight reports.
The Meaning of Dry Begging and the Subtle Way It Shows up in Toxic Relationships
They’re not asking for anything ... but they are. Dry begging is the red flag no one sees coming.
The Scientist of Workplace Love: How Louis Carter Turned Emotional Connection Into a Measurable Edge
Rather than chase the next feel-good workplace initiative, Louis Carter built a science around the conditions where people genuinely thrive.
What Happened to Talkie AI? Is the App Gone for Good?
Talkie AI disappeared from iPhones and went offline, leaving users wondering if the app was shut down or just down.
Some Avid Drinkers Think Alani Tastes Different — Here's Why They Might Be Right
Alani tastes just a little off these days. Is it just us?
A Real-Life Story Inspired Quinta Brunson to Move 'Abbott Elementary' to a Mall
The 'Abbott' team wanted to make the mall look like an East Coast mall that had been closed for about a decade.
MAGA-Coded Is One Way to Describe Things That May Not Immediately Seem MAGA-Adjacent
"Coded" may have started off as social media slang.
If You've Been Wondering What "Lowkirkenuinely" Means on TikTok, You're Not Alone
It's lowkirkenuinely a little bit complicated.
Model Ember Snow Enters Pre-Production on Sci-Fi Horror Feature 'Replay'
A deadly virus sweeps through a group of young friends, inflicting such unbearable pain that victims either take their own lives or beg for release.
Australian Model Ambergoeswild Blasts Critics of Under-16 Social Media Ban: “The Internet Is Not a Place for Children”
“Your children are not my audience."
Threads Post Linking Bill Ackman to Chipotle Sparks Firestorm: Did Chipotle Donate to ICE?
Chipotle channeled Mean Girls energy with its response to the backlash: 'She doesn't even go here!'
Why Did Alexa’s Voice Change? Users Say the New Voice Feels “Obnoxious”
“I don’t need an AI friend. I just want Alexa to answer and stop talking.”
Affordable Contractors Insurance Is Hopeful of Expanding Its Market Share
Designed specifically for contractors, ACI’s execution will improve at scale, believes founder Sean O’Keefe.
What Brands, Clinicians, and Insurers Want People to Know About Harm Reduction
Here are a few basic practices you should implement before, during, and after an event to keep yourself and others safe.
Mattel Introduces Its 1st Autistic Barbie Doll — Here’s Where and How To Buy It!
The inclusive doll is part of Barbie's diverse Fashionistas collection.
Model Jewelz Blu Opens Up About Toxic Relationship That Almost Broke Her
“Dating becomes a delicate art when your career is visible and misunderstood."
Nearly 15,000 New York City Nurses Are on Strike — Here's What We Know
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani showed solidarity for the nurses on strike.
How Much Do Astronauts Get Paid? NASA Salary, GS Pay, and Training Explained
Space travel sounds glamorous — until you see how astronaut pay actually works under federal salary rules.
Watch Brazilian Bombshell Lucé Lu Coach Technical Snowboard Maintenance in Subzero Weather
"Only time you guys will ever see me out in the cold is when we're going snowboarding. Besides that, no."
Europe's New Travel Requirement, ETIAS, Will Begin This Year — Here's What You Should Know
Travelers should apply early, since applications can take up to 30 days to process.
“Not Even a Power Button” — Lego’s Smart Brick Could Breathe New Life Into Popular Sets
"The brick has a tiny speaker."
2026 Is the Year of the Horse: Here's What Astrologists Think
Giddyup.