“Resistance Is Futile” — Philosophy Professor Lets Students Choose AI
"You are the test subjects."
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The latest coverage of breaking viral news and social media trends.
Shirley Raines Dedicated Her Life to the Homeless — What Was Her Net Worth?
Ms. Shirley's organization, Beauty 2 the Streetz, earned donations from profitable brands such as Fenty Beauty.
TikTok Users Have Another Meaning for Larp Outside of What It Means in Real Life
It turns out, larp has two meanings now.
Shirley Raines Was a Proud Mom of Six But Lost Her Son at a Young Age
"My life will never be the same since my son died."
TikTok Star and Fierce Advocate for Unhoused People, Shirley Raines, Is Dead at 58
"The lack of a home does not mean a lack of humanity."
Wilson Tsia and Tania (Thi) Cao: Building an Empire on Everyday Life
Wilson and Tania show that in content creation, being genuine and presenting your truth can be the most powerful strategy.
Why Did Mario and Brynne Break Up? The Influencers Split After 2 Years of Dating
The couple's joint podcast, 'Pretty Funny' is also on "hiatus until further notice."
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.
Explaining the “Screaming With No Lungs” Phrase and the Viral TikTok It Came From
"Ever heard a man scream with no lungs?"
Influencer Khaby Lame Inks $975 Million Deal To Monetize His Global TikTok Fame
It pays a lot to be silent, apparently.
Woman Shares Tragic Story on How Her Dad Died on 'Cops' Reality Show
"I don't know if he really just wanted a Frosty, or what was going on, but, yeah."
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.
Ms. Rachel Is in Hot Water After Accidentally Liking an Antisemitic Instagram Comment
“It is OK to be human and it is OK to make mistakes. And I’m old, so I’m not as good at … touching things online, I guess.”
People Are Deleting TikTok Because of This Alarming New Privacy Concern
"Wait, why are we deleting TikTok?"
TikTok Not Working in U.S. Sparks Outage Questions and Algorithm Change Speculation
TikTok users across the U.S. noticed outages, missing features, and odd behavior.
What Happened to Nick From Escape to Rural France and Why His Absence Deeply Affected Viewers
Nick’s absence on Escape to Rural France didn’t go unnoticed. Viewers began asking questions as updates came slowly and carefully.
Joy the Baker and Her Sister Lauren Are Estranged — Apparently Over MAGA
"You stopped speaking to me. But you didn’t stop speaking about me."
Why Your TikTok Feed Is Repeating Videos — And What Changed Behind the Scenes
That endless loop wasn’t random — TikTok’s biggest U.S. shift yet was unfolding behind your phone screen.
Ryan Seacrest Reportedly Makes $12 Million per Season of ‘American Idol’ After ABC Purchase
ABC's buyout of 'Idol' affected his per-season earnings, reports state.
Exploring What Device Geolocation on TikTok Is and Why Users Are Deleting the App
TikTok users are rushing to delete the app after the ability to turn a privacy setting off gets taken away.
Distracted With... Dixie D'Amelio on Fame and Staying Grounded (EXCLUSIVE)
Influencer Dixie D'Amelio spoke with Distractify on how she and her family stay ground and fun facts like her first concert and what tattoo she would get.
Ms. Rachel Fans May Not Be Ready for the Nipple Piercing Deep Dive
"Don't do Ms Rachel like that."
Norman the Puppet From Interpol's "Evil" Music Video Was Even Creepier When Rediscovered
Norman lives again.
“I Love Her Special Little Pinky Beans” — Mom Shares Photos of Baby Born With 12 Fingers
Polydactyly occurs 1 out of every 500-1,000 births.
Why Did the Penguin Go to the Mountain? It's Not Exactly a Fun Riddle
Some penguins experience confusion and disorientation.
Leigh McGowan, aka "Politics Girl," Has Been Making Waves Since 2015
During an exchange with Leigh on CNN, Ben Ferguson blurted out, "You're not my mom!"
The "Dr Pepper Baby" Jingle on TikTok Was Actually Featured in a Televised Ad
"They even kept the doo doo doo."
Marissa Springer Denies Being Desmond Scott’s Mistress After They Were Spotted Making Out
The popular influencer was spotted kissing the model days after his wife, Kristy Ann Scott, filed for divorce.
Fashion Designer Valentino Found a Forever Love in His Partner, Giancarlo Giammetti
Fashion designer Valentino was in a long-term relationship with his company's co-founder, Giancarlo Giammetti. Here's what to know.
Owl Impression Videos on TikTok Are Bringing People Together in an Unexpected Way
"I never skip an owl impression video."
Rapper and Influencer Whyte Folkz's Family Confirmed His Motorcycle Accident on Social Media
Fans have referred to Whyte Folkz as a "Memphis legend."
The Nastiest Angle Trend on TikTok Blends Dark Humor With Defensive Preparedness
Dark humor, ICE raids, and tactical setups? This TikTok trend is as chaotic as it sounds.
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."
Here's What’s Going on With Deena From 'Big Little Feelings'
"What’s going on with Deena? Did I miss something?"
Josh From England Suffered an Injury Days Into Josh and Jase's Trip to Michigan From the U.K.
"Josh was on the floor in a lot of pain."
TikTok Star Avery Wood Shares Teary Video About Her Breakup With Carson Cope
The TikTok star shared the video on Jan. 12, 2026.
Ash Trevino Body Cam Footage Goes Viral Weeks After Arrest For Healthcare Fraud
The influencer was arrested on Dec. 17, 2025, in Venus, Texas.
Vitaly’s Shenanigans in the Philippines Landed Him in Jail and Now Deportation
"We gonna remember you..."
“Most Romantic Thing I’ve Ever Seen” — Man Makes Song to Help Wife Find Legal Work, Goes Viral
"This officially counts as the cover letter."
If You've Been Wondering What "Lowkirkenuinely" Means on TikTok, You're Not Alone
It's lowkirkenuinely a little bit complicated.
The Meaning Behind "HTN" on TikTok Is Almost as Superficial as It Gets
"People just put together any three letters of the alphabet nowadays and expect it to be decoded."
Why Everyone Is Saying “F1” on TikTok — And What It Actually Means
TikTok users say “F1” nonstop, but racing isn’t the only meaning—some niches use it very differently.
Kristy and Desmond Scott Are Getting Divorced — Do They Have Any Children?
The couple has been married for 12 years.
Kai Cenat Is Chasing a New Passion — Does That Mean He Quit Streaming?
"That is why I quit..."
Kimpro Is Now the Most-Viewed YouTube Channel in the World, Raking in Over $320,000 a Day
"This is content that a lot of kids watch."
School Tells Parents to Send Kids to School With Lice — The CDC, AAP, and NASN Agrees
"Very unlikely to transfer to other people."
Influencer Ezee Targets Samyra in a Fatphobic Video Circulating Social Media
The viral video sparked a response from Samyra in January 2025.
Tfue Was Banned From 'ARC Raiders', and Fans Say This Is the Reason Why
#FreeTfue
Kristy and Desmond Scott Faced Private Marital Issues Before Their Public Divorce
The influential power couple married in 2014 after meeting as teenagers.
"Choppleganger" Is a TikTok Word That Proves Gen Z Is Still the Most Brutal Generation
In order to understand the meaning of the word, you have to start with its root words.