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Footballer, Bachelor star … fantasy writer? The TikTok furore over Luke Bateman’s book deal

His book is expected to be about a boy battling hardships in a magical world, but the deal has sparked real world debate about power and privilege

The Guardian - AU · Jun 5, 2025

Would You Buy A $7,000 Labubu? Why The Viral Toy Has Now Become A Luxury Item

Labubu toys, once simple plushies, now sell for thousands due to viral TikTok trends, celebrity endorsements, and a booming resale market.

International Business Times UK · Jun 5, 2025

Are Filipino Flavours the Next Big Food Trend in the UK?

Filipino food is one of the UK's fastest-growing culinary trends, blending bold flavours with deep heritage

International Business Times UK · Jun 5, 2025

‘I guess I have no social cues’: Woman sends pic of food she ordered on first date to friends. Here’s why they’re warning her

TikTok user Ash (@glutenfreebaddie1352) was shocked to discover her friends have different expectations about what’s appropriate to eat on a first date. In a video with more than 65,000 views, the social media user lamented her apparent social discrepancy when going out with someone for the first time.

The Mary Sue · Jun 5, 2025

In Thailand, where mysticism thrives, AI fortune telling finds fertile ground

A growing number of young Thais are turning to AI tools such as ChatGPT for answers about their future,

The Guardian - UK · Jun 4, 2025

‘You tipped my coworker 20 CENTS’: Server’s ‘evil’ table gets their $300 brunch comped. Then she tracks one of them down

Anyone who’s waited tables for even a single shift knows that there are some people who simply cannot be pleased. A server recently shared the hellish experience she endured at the hands of a brunch table of nine women.

The Mary Sue · Jun 4, 2025

Kylie Jenner Finally Reveals Exact Details Of Breast Augmentation Surgery After Fan Asked

Two years after confirming her surgery, Kylie helped a fan who wanted to replicate her "perfect, natural-looking" results.

Bored Panda · Jun 4, 2025

Woman Sparks Outrage With Bizarre Egg Frying Technique She Apparently Learnt From Her Italian Grandmother

"Lemme try immediately"

Bored Panda · Jun 4, 2025

‘I’m very Nick from New Girl-coded’: Woman goes on date with ‘nice guy.’ Then her Ring camera captures what he says at her door

A first date is basically like a job interview. Except that the job you’re interviewing for is a relationship. Naturally, people typically try to put their best foot forward, particularly if they’re interested in the person.

The Mary Sue · Jun 4, 2025

YouTube, Meta, TikTok reveal misinformation tidal wave

More than 25,000 Australian videos featuring misinformation have been removed from YouTube and TikTok as tech giants turn to AI tools to identify issues.

AAP · Jun 4, 2025