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Online ‘brainrot’ isn’t ruining children’s minds – it’s a new way of navigating the modern internet

“Brainrot” is what many people call the chaotic, fast-moving memes, sounds and catchphrases that spread across TikTok, Roblox and online gaming and into playgrounds. An example is the endlessly repeated chant of “six-seven”, which still echoes through houses and schools across the country – to the bewilderment (or annoyance) of…

The Conversation · Jan 2

JoJo Siwa quietly changes her name and hints at major plans

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The Independent UK · Jan 2

JoJo Siwa's name change

JoJo Siwa has changed her name on TikTok to her real name Joelle Siwa.

BANG Premier · Jan 2

New year weight-loss resolutions spark doctor warning over fake online jabs

Weight-loss jab users admitted they would buy the drugs on social media or from a retailer who is not a registered manufacturer or pharmacy

The Independent UK · Jan 2

Buffalo woman buys $400 Coach bag. It turns into one of the most uncomfortable shopping experiences in her life: ‘The associates have no compassion’

A Buffalo woman has gone viral after her $400 Coach bag failed to meet expectations. In the video, which has amassed 18,600 views, TikTok user Olivia (@livvielife21) recounted what she described as the “worst” and most “uncomfortable” shopping experience she’s ever had.

The Mary Sue · Jan 1

Woman orders $45 Olive Garden meal, but what shows up at her door instead leaves her completely stunned

That ain’t gonna take care of her dinner.

We Got This Covered · Jan 1

‘I would never think to bring my heavy cup on a trip like that…’: Connecticut flight attendant suffers fractured foot after customer mistake on plane

You might assume a flight attendant’s biggest risk of injury comes from turbulence or, in worst-case scenarios, something going wrong with the aircraft itself.In reality, many on-the-job injuries come from passengers and the items they bring onboard. Unruly behavior is one part of it, and exposure to things like radiation…

The Mary Sue · Jan 1

‘I ordered my Uber to be around the corner’: California woman goes for a nightcap after clubbing with a new ‘gay’ friend. Then he forcibly kisses her

For a lot of women, a night out never comes without a parallel plan running in the background, such as who you’re with, how you’re getting home, where you’ll stand while waiting for a ride, and what you’ll do if something feels off.

The Mary Sue · Jan 1

France pushes new law to ban social media for children under 15

French lawmakers will start debating a proposed law this month aimed at protecting children from excessive screen time – including a ban on social media access for under-15s by September and a ban on mobile phone use in secondary schools.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 1

How to talk dating like gen Z: 51 (hyperspecific) terms for love, sex and bad behavior

As young people take on a messy dating landscape, they’ve created their own lexicon to match. Here’s like what phrases ‘bird theory’ and ‘monkey branching’ mean

The Guardian - US · Jan 1