‘It made me sick’: Mother signs away her rights for $50. Then she starts crowdfunding to stalk her kids There are some wild stories on TikTok. We Got This Covered · Mar 27
Woman calls out Starbucks barista online for shooting his shot but soon finds out that the internet isn’t on her side A woman who took to TikTok to call out a Starbucks barista for what she felt was an inappropriate “secret message” on her coffee cup has found that the internet isn’t quite on her side. Ari Chance shared her experience online, expecting widespread agreement, but instead, viewers offered a mixed… The Mary Sue · Mar 27
TikToker who calls himself ‘your girlfriends favorite influencer’ is behind bars for terrorizing many women over 10 years A TikTok influencer with over a million followers, Benjamin O. Gleason has been arrested and charged with sexually abusing seven victims across a ten-year period. New York State Police announced the charges on Monday, March 23, following what they described as an “extensive investigation.” The Mary Sue · Mar 27
Sheryl Sandberg takes on tradwives and the manosphere Sheryl Sandberg's new mission is to serve as a cultural counterforce to the popularity of tradwives and the manosphere. Fortune · Mar 27
‘We’re punishing self defense?’: Furious father calls out principal after school tries punishing daughter for defending herself from bully TikTok commended the father for having his daughter's back. We Got This Covered · Mar 27
‘Why did you RSVP?’: Bride invited more than 200 people to her big day. Then only a fraction arrived, and people say it’s her problem Every empty seat comes with a price. We Got This Covered · Mar 27
Los Angeles woman meets her Hinge date at the Santa Monica farmer’s market. 15 minutes in, one question ends it all Not worth the extra mile. We Got This Covered · Mar 27
Everything We Know About 'Five Nights at Epstein's': The Viral Game Sweeping US School Campuses A FNAF-inspired game called 'Five Nights at Epstein's' has gone viral among US students as it takes place in Jeffrey Epstein's Little St. James island, where he lured his victims. International Business Times UK · Mar 27
Snap Stock Hits New 52-Week Low as Social Media Shares Plunge. Should You Buy the Dip? Snap shares fell further as a California jury fined Google and Meta in a landmark social media addiction case. But is it worth buying the dip in SNAP stock? Let’s find out. Barchart · Mar 27
From chocolate ravioli to cavapoo eggs, when did Easter food become so unhinged? EASTER FOOD: Doritos hot cross buns, chocolate fried chicken and boozy Mini Egg liqueur – Easter has become a playground for increasingly bizarre food trends. Hannah Twiggs on how the supermarket aisle lost the plot The Independent UK · Mar 27
Travis Kelce's Ex Kayla Nicole 'Auditions' for 'The Bachelorette' as Fans Suspect a Dig at Kelce–Swift Romance Kayla Nicole's playful TikTok 'audition' for 'The Bachelorette' has fans speculating about a hidden message aimed at ex Travis Kelce and his relationship with Taylor Swift. International Business Times UK · Mar 27
TikTok for Business accounts targeted in phishing campaign — here's how to stay safe TikTok for Business users warned not to click any shady links, especially those recently registered through Nicenic. TechRadar · Mar 27
‘What is literally the point’: Utah man sets up a date. Then he sees her address and tries to change the plan Low effort, high red flags. We Got This Covered · Mar 27
In the wake of US social media verdicts, a look at what limits other countries have imposed for kids Dual jury verdicts this week have validated longstanding concerns about the dangers of social media for young people The Independent UK · Mar 27
International Business Times UK · Mar 27 25-Year-Old Gang Rape Victim Noelia Castillo Ramos' Videos Go Viral After Being Granted Euthanasia Noelia Castillo Ramos, 25, who was granted euthanasia in Spain after years of trauma and chronic suffering, has sparked renewed debate as her past videos go viral online.
International Business Times UK · Mar 27 Who was Kübra Karaaslan? Turkish Influencer Dies at 21 After Jumping from Bridge – Video Circulates Online The digital creator community mourns the loss of 21-year-old TikTok influencer Kübra Karaaslan, who died after jumping from the Osman Gazi Bridge. The incident, captured on video, has sparked widespread criticism and discussions on social media.
The Guardian - US · Mar 27 ‘I didn’t think anyone would be into it’: Slayyyter turns midwest trash into pop gold After a nine-year come-up, the self-described ‘worst girl in America’ is having a breakthrough
International Business Times UK · Mar 27 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Relationship Questioned by Fans Who Say They Look Awkward—Is the So-Called 'Endgame' Just for Cameras? Fans question Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship, claiming awkward public moments cast doubt on the so-called 'Endgame' pairing.
Cinemablend · Mar 27 Jason Ritter’s ‘Embarrassing’ TikTok Dances Are My Favorite Matlock Promos, But I Need Melanie Lynskey’s Thoughts What does his real-life wife think of the Matlock moves when she catches him?
PC Gamer · Mar 26 Valve veteran slams Tim Sweeney and Epic Games for laying off 1000 people while making 'as much money as possible… and hey Tim, Gabe's better at that than you' "I worked my ass off at Valve, and I could retire today. I made more money than I'll ever make."
The Independent UK · Mar 26 ‘She was really rude about it’: Southwest’s new plus-size policy is already causing issues for passengers, report says ‘When enforcement is based on 'sole discretion' instead of defined guidelines, it feels subjective — and that directly impacts fairness,’ one Southwest customer affected by the policy said
The Mary Sue · Mar 26 Squirrels in city parks have discovered vapes — and, oh well, now we have a nicotine squirrel problem It seems the e-cigarette craze has taken a truly wild turn, with squirrels across major cities reportedly getting hooked on discarded vapes. This is absolutely wild, and honestly, a terrifying development for our urban wildlife.
The Mary Sue · Mar 26 New York woman’s terror at an unholy mid-air sound is a warning every flyer needs to hear before their next trip A woman flying from Buffalo, New York, to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, recently shared her terrifying experience on TikTok after her plane was struck by lightning mid-flight. Natalie Longo (@natalieelongo) detailed the scary incident in a video that’s now garnered over 23,000 views, giving us all a fresh perspective on what…
The Conversation · Mar 26 Landmark lawsuit finds that social media addiction is a feature, not a bug A Los Angeles jury has delivered a landmark verdict: Meta and YouTube were negligent in the design and operation of their platforms, causing a young woman known in court documents as Kaley, or KGM, to become addicted to social media.
The Mary Sue · Mar 26 Woman invites over 200 people to her wedding. She’s shocked when only 89 of them show up. People aren’t on her side: ‘They RSVP’d’ Planning a wedding is stressful enough as it is. However, nothing quite prepares you for dozens of “yes” RSVPs turning into empty chairs.