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See how the internet is using Donald Trump’s catchphrase against him

Well, the United States’ 2020 election day has quickly turned into an election week. While we wait to see if Joe Biden or Donald Trump win the remaining key states, the internet has been sharing plenty of thoughts, tweets and memes since Tuesday. Now, the internet is using one of Trump’s popular catchphrases against him […]

10 times people tried to use song lyrics on dating apps

Dating apps have completely changed the way people meet each other and start romantic relationships, and sometimes song lyrics can be the perfect way to break the ice.  In a matter of minutes, you can create a profile and chat with dozens of matches from all over the world, which can make it hard to […]

Charles Manson is dead, but Ted Cruz is still worried he’d vote in prison

It looks like Ted Cruz isn’t up to date on his true crime podcasts or Charles Manson facts. During day three of Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation hearing, Cruz decided to use the famed cult leader as an example of prison voting. However, it turns out that Cruz didn’t actually know Manson was dead until later […]

Billie Eilish just subtly responded to being body shamed online again

This past week, new paparazzi photos of Billie Eilish emerged online. The photos show the Grammy Award-winning artist wearing a tank top and, of course, the internet decided to body shame the singer again. Now, Eilish has subtly responded to the criticism and is also reminding everyone that people have different body types. Read more: […]

These 10 iPhone home screens will make you miss Myspace all over again

Apple has just unveiled a new update for the iPhone, and it’s giving us major Myspace vibes. iOS 14 was released mid-September, and, among several things, it’s allowed people to completely customize their home screens with widgets. People can change the faces of their apps, add various widgets and use live wallpaper to deck out […]

Instagram really doesn’t want you to need any other social media platform

Facebook is unveiling some massive changes to Instagram this week. The tech giant’s new cross-platform messaging feature lets Instagram users message friends on Facebook without even having a Facebook account. As well, new chat modes and themes let users customize their DMs like never before. Read more: This is the first song Linkin Park heard Chester […]

Nickelodeon settles the debate of how many “nicks” are in the theme song

If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s how to occupy our time with tasks we never thought of before. A prime example of this is Nickelodeon fans who are now analyzing the network’s iconic theme song. The internet really wants to know just how many “nicks” are said in the Nickelodeon tune and, well, people can’t […]

Hawthorne Heights have some advice for Kanye’s plan to sue his label

Earlier this week, Kanye West took to Twitter to announce that he wants to be released from his contract with Universal and Sony. Following his tweet, he revealed his plans to possibly sue the labels after receiving no response from them. Since then, he has shared every single page of his current contract online. Now, […]

10 alternative Snapchat filters you need to try

Snapchat filters have come a long way from when they first came out, now giving users the ability to conjure up their own from the depths of their imagination.  The user-created option has expanded the filters library in ways you couldn’t imagine, and people have come up with some creative ideas, including some made for […]

No, J.K. Rowling isn’t dead but there’s a reason #RIPJKRowling is trending

On Monday, Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling began trending on Twitter for a reason she probably didn’t expect. The hashtag #RIPJKRowling became of the top hashtags on the social media platform on Sept. 14. The reason? Her new book. The synopsis of her new crime novel Troubled Blood has been revealed and fans are not happy […]

No, Facebook isn’t actually going to delete band accounts for livestreaming

Facebook recently unveiled its updated music guidelines that are being introduced on Oct.1. The ambiguous guidelines confused many, especially bands who use the platform for livestreaming and to share their music. Now, the company is clarifying what its new rules mean for artists on Facebook. Read more: Original Bad Brains frontman Sid McCray has died […]

How TikTok helped new emo artist RØSÉ get her viral song released

After years of working in other genres, Hannah Collins knew it was time she released a track for the emo scene she loved so much. As RØSÉ, the 23-year-old took to TikTok to introduce her debut track, where it got a lot of support. Though “Are You Tired?” found its way to No. 2 on […]

10 scene TikToks that will immediately take you back to the 2000s

Because we’ve all been social distancing and spending a lot of time at home these past few weeks, we’ve wasted an embarrassing amount of time on TikTok. The app is a godsend in these times and never fails to make us laugh. There are tons of trends on TikTok, such as the ever-popular dance routines, […]

“RIP Eminem” is trending on Twitter and no one really knows why

It looks like another event can be added to 2020’s long list of bizarre things to happen. Earlier on Tuesday, “RIP Eminem” starting trending on Twitter with not much of an explanation. Now, it looks like one particular tweet may be the reason #RIPEminem is a top trending topic this week. Read more: Parkway Drive unveil […]

Here's how to use Instagram Reels if you don't want to be on TikTok

Many creators feared what would happen to TikTok when President Donald Trump announced he wanted to ban the app in the U.S. Thanks to Instagram Reels, hopefully, they can now have some peace of mind. As of this week, Trump has given Microsoft 45 days to buy the Chinese-owned company in the United States. The […]

10 alternative Black beauty YouTubers you need to subscribe to

Alternative beauty YouTube tutorials are downright addicting to us. We love spending hours scrolling through videos, getting inspiration for new looks and even trying to follow tutorials.  Currently, with the ongoing protests against police brutality and racism, many people are trying to uplift Black voices and support Black people in their various endeavors, including art and […]

This viral tweet has people reminiscing about their Myspace days

Myspace is back in the social media spotlight this week. On Monday, a viral tweet comparing Myspace founder Tom Anderson to other social media moguls such as Facebook‘s Mark Zuckerberg began to circulate. After Anderson acknowledged the tweet, many Twitter users are now reminiscing about the good old days they spent on Myspace. Read more: […]

Apparently this is the only way Twitter will give us an edit button

Have you ever crafted the perfect tweet only to realize there’s a typo in it right after posting? Yeah, we’ve all been there. Since the beginning of Twitter, users have been begging for an edit button. So far, however, the social media platform hasn’t caved in yet after years of requests. Now, Twitter has jokingly […]

J.K. Rowling defends her views after making more anti-trans comments

Harry Potter author JK Rowling is facing criticism once again for transphobic rhetoric she’s using online. The author’s latest controversy comes after she shared an article titled Opinion: Creating a more equal post-COVID-19 world for people who menstruate with a caption mocking the phrase “People who menstruate.” Read More: Dolls Kill address their insensitive clothing and inaction towards racism […]

Dolls Kill address their insensitive clothing and inaction towards racism

After backlash and boycotts for fashion brand Dolls Kill erupted over the owner’s comments regarding the ongoing Black Lives Matter protests, the company is giving new statements addressing their actions. The company’s Instagram has two new posts discussing their actions and addressing their previously sold “goth is white” t-shirt and selling indigenous American headdresses. Read More: Memphis May Fire vocalist […]
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