Toyota Unveils CUE7, a Basketball-Shooting Robot Powered by AI Vision

Toyota’s latest humanoid robot, CUE7, uses AI vision and reinforcement learning to shoot basketballs with precision from over 25 meters. Here’s what we know.

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Mark Zuckerberg Is Building an AI Clone of Himself

Meta is developing a photorealistic AI version of CEO Mark Zuckerberg to interact with employees, part of the company’s aggressive push to embed AI across operations.

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Katy Perry Denies Ruby Rose’s ‘Dangerous’ Assault Allegations

Katy Perry is responding with a message of resilience to Ruby Rose’s assault allegations.

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Dr. Sandra Lee opens up about Cultural Stigmas Following Her Recent Stroke

Dr. Sandra Lee, known to millions as Dr. Pimple Popper, has opened up about a life-altering stroke that left her with permanent brain damage.

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South Korea Has Sentenced American YouTuber to Six Months in Jail

American YouTuber Johnny Somali has been sentenced to six months in prison by a South Korean court. The 25-year-old American influencer, whose real name is Ramsey Khalid Ismael…

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Why Doctors Warned This “Looksmaxxing” King Was a Health Hazard

“Looksmaxxing” influencer Braden “Clavicular” Peters is facing intense scrutiny following a suspected overdose on livestream.

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Olivia Rodrigo Shut Down Versailles for Her “Drop Dead” Music Video

Olivia Rodrigo shut down Versailles for her “Drop Dead” comeback single, and the fashion references run deep. Here’s what to know.

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Reps Stay Quiet as Christina Applegate is Hospitalized Amid MS Battle

Christina Applegate has reportedly been hospitalized in Los Angeles following the release of her memoir and a podcast hiatus.

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Addison Rae Files Copyright Claim Against DHS After “Diet Pepsi” Used in ICE Recruitment Video

Addison Rae filed a copyright claim against the Department of Homeland Security after the agency used her hit “Diet Pepsi” in an ICE recruitment video captioned “ICE is HOT,” prompting DHS to disable the post.

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Trump Agrees to Two-Week Ceasefire With Iran After Warning ‘A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight’

The about-face came roughly 90 minutes before a self-imposed deadline, brokered by Pakistan as both sides signal openness to a longer peace deal.

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Apple’s Foldable iPhone Remains on Track for September Launch

Apple’s first foldable iPhone is set to debut in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, according to sources close to the matter. Here’s everything we know about the release date, price, and specs.

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Euphoria Season 3 Reviews Are In. Critics Say the Show Has Lost Its Center

Critics say Euphoria Season 3 is still stylish and entertaining but has lost its emotional core, trading its coming-of-age roots for a crime drama that feels scattered. Zendaya remains a standout.

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Streamer YourRAGE Claims the Twitch Throne Amid $1M Post-Victory Backlash

YourRAGE hit number one on Twitch after his million-dollar MrBeast win, but he’s already facing heat for how he redistributed his winnings.

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Band ApolloRose Faces Viral Backlash Over Ominous Instagram DM

A viral standoff between the indie band ApolloRose and an Instagram user has sparked a heated debate over digital ownership.

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The Dark Week of OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman

Sam Altman’s week has descended into a “dark week” characterized by a Molotov cocktail attack on his home.

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Pepsi, Diageo, Rockstar Energy, and PayPal Drop Wireless Festival Over Kanye West Booking

Four major sponsors have cut ties with London’s Wireless Festival after Kanye West was announced as the sole headliner for all three nights of the July event, with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer also condemning the booking.

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Wack 100 Announces “Club Stream” in Miami Beach Amid Clavicular’s Growing Legal Battles

Music manager Wack 100’s alleged new Miami “Club Stream” venture faces intense backlash for partnering with controversial influencer Clavicular.

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BTS to Appear on ‘Hot Ones’ in Show’s Biggest Episode Ever

All seven BTS members will join host Sean Evans on April 9 for the Hot Ones Season 29 finale, tackling a record 80 wings fresh off the release of their new album ARIRANG.

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‘American Horror Story’ Season 13 Begins Filming With Jessica Lange’s Long-Awaited Return

American Horror Story Season 13 is officially in production, reuniting Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, and more fan favorites for a Halloween 2026 premiere on FX.

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Why RaKai Is At The Center of the Latest MrBeast Live Drama

Viral rumors of a lifetime ban for 17-year-old creator RaKai are dominating the aftermath of MrBeast’s $1 Million Streamer Challenge.

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How the “50 Streamers” Finale Revealed the Limits of MrBeast’s Viral Formula

Jimmy Donaldson’s high-stakes gamble into live broadcasting exposed the technical and cultural limitations of the “Beast” formula.

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Lil Tjay’s Attorney Issues First Statement Following Offset Shooting Incident

After a Florida casino altercation left Offset hospitalized in stable condition, Lil Tjay was arrested and released on bond for misdemeanor charges.

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OpenAI Shuts Down Sora Video App and Ends Disney Partnership

OpenAI announced Tuesday it is shutting down its Sora AI video app months after launch, ending its $1 billion Disney partnership as the company refocuses on coding and enterprise AI tools ahead of a potential IPO.

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Nicholas Brendon, ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Star, Dies at 54

Nicholas Brendon, who played Xander Harris on “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” for all seven seasons, has died of natural causes. He was 54.

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Olivia Rodrigo Says Her Third Album Is 70% Done

Olivia Rodrigo revealed her highly anticipated third album is 70% complete and full of “sad love songs” in a new British Vogue cover story.

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“Bridgerton” Season 5 Will Center the Show’s First Queer Love Story

Netflix confirmed “Bridgerton” Season 5 is now in production, centering on the sapphic romance between Francesca Bridgerton and Michaela Stirling — the show’s first same-gender lead couple.

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Miley Cyrus Labels Alex Cooper as “Creepy” in Viral Hannah Montana Special Moment

Miley Cyrus is going viral after calling Call Her Daddy host Alex Cooper “creepy” during the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special.

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The 2026 Oscars Made One Thing Clear. The Art Still Comes First.

From Conan O’Brien’s AI joke to Will Arnett’s defense of animation, the 98th Academy Awards repeatedly championed human creativity over technology.

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Did Timothée Chalamet Just Save Ballet by Allegedly Insulting It?

Timothée Chalamet’s “dying art” insult sparked a cancellation, but his family ties and a massive data spike might actually save ballet.

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Conan O’Brien was sacrificed at the 98th Academy Awards as Oscars move to YouTube

Conan O’Brien was sacrificed and replaced at the 2026 Oscars, leaving many to wonder if things have really gotten that bad for the world’s most prestigious awards show.

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‘Dune: Part Three’ Trailer Teases Time Jump and New Villain

The first teaser trailer for “Dune: Part Three” is here. Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi trilogy finale stars Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, hitting theaters Dec. 18, 2026.

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“The White Lotus” Season 4 Adds Max Greenfield, Kumail Nanjiani and More

Max Greenfield, Kumail Nanjiani, Chloe Bennet, Charlie Hall and Jarrad Paul are the latest additions to the growing cast of “The White Lotus” Season 4, filming in France in 2026.

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Billie Eilish’s Warnings Return as 2025 Vinyl Sales Hit a $1B Record

As 2025 vinyl sales shatter a $1B record, Billie Eilish’s 2024 warning against “The Variant Strategy” is trending again.

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Timothee Chalamet’s Ballet Comments Aged Badly in Record Time

Timothee Chalamet stepped into one of the biggest cultural dust-ups of awards season when he declared that “no one cares” about ballet or opera. The remark, made during a CNN and Variety town hall…

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Kai Trump Secretly Changes YouTube Title After Viral Backlash

Kai Trump is facing a viral backlash for a “tone-deaf” Erewhon vlog where she flexed her Secret Service detail and $233 grocery haul.

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Dakota Johnson Stars in Calvin Klein’s Spring 2026 Campaign

Dakota Johnson makes her Calvin Klein debut in a Spring 2026 campaign featuring Ultralight underwear and ’90s-inspired denim, photographed by Gordon von Steiner in Topanga, California.

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Grammy winning singer Rihanna targeted in alleged AR-15 style drive-by

Rihanna was reportedly inside her Beverly Hills mansion on Sunday when 35-year-old woman allegedly opened fire on the property.

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Internet is Split Over the ‘Weird’ Winner of MrBeast’s $1M Super Bowl Puzzle

MrBeast has officially crowned a $1,000,000 winner for his massive Salesforce puzzle, but “scripted” accusations are already flying.

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Every Artist Who Has Told the Trump Administration to Stop Using Their Music

From Kesha and Radiohead to Olivia Rodrigo and Celine Dion, here’s every artist who has pushed back against the Trump administration’s unauthorized use of their music — and whether it actually worked.

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Kesha Blasts White House for Using Her Song Without Permission

Kesha is calling out the White House after her 2010 hit “Blow” was used in a pro-military TikTok video. She’s the latest in a long line of artists pushing back against unauthorized use of their music.

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Zendaya and Tom Holland Are Reportedly Married, Stylist Law Roach Claims

Zendaya’s longtime stylist Law Roach dropped a bombshell at the 2026 Actor Awards, claiming the “Tomdaya” couple already secretly tied the knot — and neither rep is denying it.

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Jim Carrey’s 2026 César Awards Appearance Triggers Viral ‘Clone’ Theories Amid Alexis Stone Identity Claims

The internet is questioning the authenticity of Jim Carrey’s latest red carpet appearance as viral doppelgängers and SFX artists fuel a massive digital identity crisis.

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A “Game of Thrones” Movie Is Officially in the Works at Warner Bros.

Warner Bros. is developing a “Dune-sized” Game of Thrones movie focused on Aegon’s Conquest, with “Andor” writer Beau Willimon attached — while HBO develops a rival series version of the same story.

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Bill Gates Apologizes to Foundation Staff for Epstein Ties, Admits to Two Affairs

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates called his association with Jeffrey Epstein a “huge mistake” during a Gates Foundation town hall, while also disclosing two extramarital affairs during his marriage to Melinda French Gates.

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BLACKPINK Fans React to Alleged Dr. Luke Credits in Leaked ‘Deadline’ Tracklist

The internet just exposed a possible dark side to BLACKPINK’s Deadline album.

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Spotify and Liquid Death Want You to Take Your Playlist to the Grave

Because apparently dying wasn’t the hard part — curating the right soundtrack for it is. Spotify and Liquid Death announced Monday the launch of the Eternal Playlist Urn, a limited-edition collector’s…

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Instagram Now Alerts Parents When Teens Search for Suicide or Self-Harm Content

Instagram is rolling out new parental alerts when teens repeatedly search for suicide or self-harm content — the latest move in the ongoing fight over social media’s impact on youth mental health.

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Maury Povich Begs Internet to ‘Stop Tagging Me’ in Viral Bonnie Blue Paternity Mystery

Bonnie Blue’s “400-man” pregnancy has prompted the creator to ask ChatGPT for parenting advice, now a retired Maury Povich is begging the internet for peace.

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Jenna Ortega Confirms She Left Scream 7 After Melissa Barrera Was Fired Over Pro-Palestine Posts

enna Ortega is setting the record straight. The Wednesday star confirms her Scream 7 exit had nothing to do with scheduling and everything to do with Melissa Barrera’s firing — as protests erupt at the film’s premiere.

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Paramount Skydance Officially Acquires Warner Bros. Discovery in $110 Billion Deal

The merger ends a months-long bidding war with Netflix and reshapes Hollywood as we know it.

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Tokyo Drift Trend Goes Viral After IShowSpeed Pulled AI Likeness Consent Following Massive Sora 2 Regret

A viral Kling AI video is surfacing just months after iShowSpeed withdrew his AI likeness consent following a massive Sora 2 regret.

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BBC Faces Outraged ‘Double Standard’ Claims After Viral BAFTA Slur Blunder

The BBC is under fire for a “Duty of Care” failure after a racial slur aired during the 2026 BAFTAs.

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PinkPantheress Makes History at the BRITs With Producer of the Year Win

PinkPantheress just made BRIT Awards history, becoming the first woman and youngest person ever to win Producer of the Year in the award’s nearly 50-year history.

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Conduent Data Breach Now Affects Over 25 Million Americans — And It’s Still Growing

A January 2025 ransomware attack on government contractor Conduent has quietly become one of the largest data breaches in U.S. history, exposing Social Security numbers and medical records for more than 25 million Americans. Here’s what you need to know.

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7 Winter Olympics 2026 Viral Moments You Need to See

From Jack Hughes’ overtime gold medal goal to a skier crossing the finish line backwards, here are the 7 biggest viral moments from the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina that broke the internet this week.

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Google, Meta, and Reddit Are Handing Over User Data to DHS for Posting About ICE

The Department of Homeland Security has issued hundreds of administrative subpoenas to major tech companies demanding the identities of users who criticized ICE online. Google, Meta, and Reddit have reportedly complied with some requests.

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Wuthering Heights Divides Critics in $50M Box Office Debut

Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights earns $3M in previews amid polarized reviews. The Margot Robbie-Jacob Elordi adaptation sparks debate over its bold reimagining.

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TikTok has young men rebranding leftovers as “Human Dog Food” in 2026

In 2026, ‘Boy Kibble’ is taking over TikTok as young men ditch flavor for a ‘human dog food’ bio-hack.

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Red X’d by Her Own Family: The Jill Zarin Firing is Darker Than You Think

Jill Zarin fired from E!’s ‘The Golden Life’ after a controversial rant on Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime show.

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Rebecca Black has survived the internet’s worst ‘Friday’ for 15 years

On the 15th anniversary of “Friday,” we dive into the $4,000 lawsuit, the Ark Music Factory drama, and her 2026 pop icon era.

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Fans Suspect a ‘Red Herring’ as MrBeast’s $1M Puzzle Continues Unsolved

While thousands of fans struggle with complex ciphers, a new theory suggests MrBeast’s million-dollar puzzle is actually a loyalty test.

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Netflix’s ANTM Doc Exposes What Viewers Never Saw

The three-part docuseries revisits the show’s most controversial moments, from an alleged sexual assault to racial tensions and a judge’s secret health crisis.

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Snap Launches Paid Creator Subscriptions as It Looks to Grow Beyond Ad Revenue

Snapchat is testing a new Creator Subscriptions feature, letting fans pay $4.99–$19.99/month for exclusive content as Snap looks to diversify beyond ad revenue.

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Artists Leave Wasserman Agency After CEO Appears in Epstein Files

Grammy winner Chappell Roan, soccer star Abby Wambach among growing list of talent leaving following Justice Department document release.

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James Van Der Beek Loses Battle with Cancer While Struggling to Pay for Medical Treatment

Following the tragic passing of James Van Der Beek at age 48, we’re uncovering the heartbreaking financial struggle.

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MrBeast $1M Super Bowl Puzzle: Tech Glitch Fixed as Reddit Detectives Link ‘Secret Message’ to Ghana

Following a massive server crash during Super Bowl 60, MrBeast confirms the $1 million Salesforce puzzle is back online.

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16-Year-Old Salish Matter is Building a Netflix Streaming Empire

YouTube sensation Salish Matter and her father, Jordan, have signed a landmark multi-year deal with Netflix.

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Ring’s Super Bowl Ad Sparked Mass Surveillance Fears

The Amazon-owned company’s “Search Party” commercial drew bipartisan backlash, reigniting debate over doorbell cameras, AI tracking and law enforcement access.

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Hilary Duff Announces The Lucky Me World Tour 2026-2027 | Dates, Tickets

Hilary Duff announces The Lucky Me World Tour, her first global trek in 20 years, with La Roux, Lauren Spencer Smith and Jade LeMac. Tour kicks off June 2026.

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Bad Bunny Brings Out Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin During Super Bowl Halftime Show With Message of Unity

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show featured surprise appearances from Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin and marked the first fully Spanish language performance by a Latino headliner on the Super Bowl stage.

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MrBeast Dhar Mann and the Creator Takeover of Super Bowl Week

From MrBeast teaming with Salesforce to the NFL spotlighting Dhar Mann, creator-led activations are everywhere ahead of Super Bowl 60. Here are the biggest moves to know.

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Inside the Sarah Setka and Elijah Schaffer #TradGate Scandal

The face of the “Tradwife” movement, Sarah Setka, has vanished from social media after leaked audio and receipts from Milo Yiannopoulos exposed a secret double life.

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Olympic Ski Jumpers Accused of Penis Injections at Milano-Cortina

Rumors claim Olympic ski jumpers are injecting fillers to gain lift at Milano-Cortina 2026. Officials deny it, but “Penisgate” has already taken off online.

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MrBeast Buys Teen Banking App Step, Expanding Creator Empire Into Fintech

MrBeast’s company Beast Industries has acquired teen banking app Step, pushing the YouTube star into fintech as he targets financial literacy for Gen Z.

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Twitch 2026 Updates Introduce Dual Streaming, AI Moderation

Twitch is rolling out major 2026 updates, including dual-format streaming, 2K video support, AI-powered moderation tools, and new monetization features for creators.

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Fans Call ‘Hypocrisy’ as Jake and Logan Paul Spark Online ‘Civil War’ Ahead of WrestleMania 42

Faced with slumping ticket sales for WrestleMania 42, WWE is reportedly manufacturing a high-stakes “Civil War” between Jake and Logan Paul.

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McDonald’s Wants You Eating Caviar Nuggets for Valentine’s Day

McDonald’s is offering limited McNugget Caviar kits for Valentine’s Day through an online-only drop. Here’s what’s included and why the fast food giant is leaning into the unexpected.

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Fallout Season 3 Confirmed as Prime Video Series Keeps Growing

Fallout has been renewed for Season 3 as Prime Video reports massive viewership growth and stronger ratings for Season 2. Here is what we know so far.

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GTA 6 fans suggest Super Bowl theory after CEO reaffirms release date

GTA 6 fans predict a Super Bowl 60 reveal after CEO Strauss Zelnick confirms a Nov 19, 2026 release date and hints at upcoming ‘marketing beats’ for the game.

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Bad Bunny Makes Grammys History as Super Bowl Halftime Show Nears

Bad Bunny won album of the year at the Grammys for Debí Tirar Más Fotos, marking a first for a Spanish language album. He got emotional during his speech and now heads toward his Super Bowl LX halftime show.

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Madison Beer Admits Her Relationship with Social Media Is ‘Really Poor’

Madison Beer opens up about social media pressure, online negativity, and why protecting her mental health has become a priority.

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YouTube to Big Screen: How Markiplier’s ‘Iron Lung’ Nearly Toppled Disney’s 10-Week Monopoly

YouTuber Markiplier’s directorial debut Iron Lung grossed $21.7M worldwide, nearly beating Disney’s Send Help and breaking world records.

Sabrina Carpenter Builds a Boyfriend in Pringles Super Bowl Ad

Sabrina Carpenter stars in Pringles’ Super Bowl 60 ad, building her perfect man out of chips in a satirical take on dating and pop culture.

Godfather of AI Praises Alpha School’s AI-Driven Education Model

Geoffrey Hinton calls Alpha School one of the best uses of AI he has seen, praising its two-hour learning model, high tuition and radical rethink of teachers’ roles.

Lorde Donates $204K From Minneapolis Merch to Immigrant Rights Organizations

Lorde is donating $204,000 from her Minneapolis concert merchandise sales to the Minnesota Immigration Rights Action Committee and Immigrant Defense Network in support of immigrant communities.

DOJ arrest Lemon under ‘FACE Act’ after Judges previously found no evidence of a crime

Don Lemon and Georgia Fort arrested as the DOJ bypasses federal judges using the “Klan Act.” Is this a coordinated attack on the church or the First Amendment?

Grammys TV Ratings vs Social Media Clips, What the Data Shows

TV audiences still tune in to the Grammys, but social clips increasingly shape how the show is experienced. Here is what ratings, social interaction data, and polling suggest.

TikTok Star Khaby Lame Sells His Brand in Nearly $1B Deal

Khaby Lame, the world’s most-followed TikTok creator, has sold a stake in the company that manages his global brand and commercial partnerships in a deal valued at roughly $975 million…

MrBeast Calls Out Netflix Over ‘Embarrassing’ Alex Honnold Payout: “I Would Have Paid Him More”

MrBeast slams Netflix for paying Alex Honnold an “embarrassing” $500k for his Taipei 101 climb, claiming he’d have paid the ‘Free Solo’ star more for YouTube.

iShowSpeed Ends Africa Tour After 28 Days and Millions of New Viewers

iShowSpeed wrapped a 28 day livestream tour across Africa marking major subscriber growth new cultural content and a shift in his global travel strategy.

Deleting TikTok? 3 Alternative Apps People Are Trying Instead

As some users delete TikTok amid trust and ownership concerns, smaller platforms like Rueblur, Skylight Social and Spill are seeing new interest.

Amazon’s $75M Melania Film Flops: Empty Theaters, Crew Mutiny, and Brett Ratner’s Return

Amazon spent $75M on a Melania documentary, but viral receipts show empty theaters and a crew backlash.

Odessa A’zion Drops Out of A24 Film After Casting Backlash

Actor Odessa A’zion has exited A24’s upcoming film adaptation of Deep Cuts following online backlash over her casting as a character with Mexican heritage. A’zion was set to play Zoe Gutierrez…

The Minneapolis Shooting Is a Case Study in Viral Video and Misinformation

After a fatal shooting involving federal agents, Minneapolis has become a flashpoint for how viral video, AI misinformation and social media are shaping public understanding of violence, accountability and immigration enforcement.

White House under fire for using AI-Altered images to mock protester Nekima Levy Armstrong

The White House is accused of using AI to manipulate arrest photos of activist Nekima Levy Armstrong, signaling a new era of official government ‘Slopaganda.’

Shirley Raines, Beauty 2 The Streetz Founder, Dies at 58

Shirley Raines, known as Ms. Shirley and founder of Beauty 2 The Streetz, has died at 58. The social media advocate was honored for her work serving unhoused communities.

Adam the Woo Cause of Death Confirmed: Family Shares Heartbreaking Update on YouTube Legend

The cause of death for YouTube pioneer Adam the Woo has been confirmed as natural causes following an official autopsy report from Florida.

How Justin Baldoni’s Version of ‘It Ends With Us’ Differed from Blake Lively’s Final Theatrical Cut

Creative differences between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have led to a dramatic legal battle surrounding the film It Ends With Us, with accusations of sexual harassment and a retaliatory smear campaign making headlines in late 2024.

CEO Caught in Coldplay Kiss Cam Affair Scandal

Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR chief Kristin Cabot go viral after Coldplay’s kiss cam catches them in a moment that sparks internet scandal and affair rumors.

Miley Cyrus Talks Sobriety, Fame, and Embracing Pop Music

Miley Cyrus opens up about sobriety, her hit ‘Flowers,’ pop music’s value, and praises artists like Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter in new interview.

Lorde Releases ‘Virgin’ With Surprising Cover Art

Lorde’s new album Virgin is out now. Fans react to its bold vinyl artwork featuring a graphic interior image. Stream the album and see reactions here.

Sad Beige Lawsuit Ends: Alyssa Sheil Wins

Alyssa Sheil defeats Sydney Gifford’s Sad Beige lawsuit, marking a major win for influencers and setting a precedent for aesthetic ownership online.

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Are Labubu Dolls Cursed?

Labubu dolls, the viral plushies from Pop Mart, are now at the center of a dark online myth. Are they cursed—or is this just TikTok paranoia gone wild?

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World’s First Sperm Race to Take Place in Los Angeles, Aiming to Raise Awareness About Male Fertility

In an unprecedented event set to take place on April 25, 2025, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, a startup named Sperm Racing is organizing the world’s first competitive sperm race.

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More Than Half of the Internet Is Now Bots

For the first time, automated bots account for more than half of all web traffic. As AI tools fuel a surge in fake users, what does it mean for industries, investors, and internet trust?

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New Oakley Meta Glasses Target Athletes and Creators

The Oakley Meta HSTN is set to drop this summer, backed by pro athletes and featuring upgraded specs designed for both sport and storytelling.

This $20K Robot Will Fold Your Laundry and Serve Drinks

Palo Alto robotics company 1X just launched Neo, a humanoid robot housekeeper you can actually buy — for $20,000 or $499 a month. Here’s how the “sci-fi come to life” assistant could change how we live at home.

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Gap Shows What a Good Denim Ad Looks Like in 2025

Gap’s 2025 “Better in Denim” ad with Katseye revives Y2K nostalgia and dance culture, proving how a denim campaign can win over Gen Z audiences.

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Creator Ecosphere Map: Creator Economy Power Players

What’s Trending, Evan Shapiro (ESHAP), and Filmhub map the modern creator economy — revealing who truly moves culture across YouTube, TikTok, and beyond.

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Mychal Threets on Libraries, Joy, and Why Mental Health Belongs Online

The internet’s favorite librarian opens up about labels, burnout, and building safer online spaces.

The Kids Safety Bill That Could Quietly Break the Internet

The Kids Online Safety Act aims to protect minors online, but critics warn it could weaken Section 230 and reshape how platforms moderate speech.

The Charlie Kirk detail that made MAGA turn on Trump

Trump faces GOP backlash for mocking Rob Reiner’s murder, as allies cite the director’s “grace” toward Charlie Kirk as proof The President crossed a line.

Oscars to Leave ABC for YouTube in 2029 Under New Deal

The Academy Awards will move from ABC to YouTube beginning in 2029 under a new global streaming deal that runs through 2033, ending a broadcast partnership that began in 1976.

Creator Raises $1M GoFundMe for Bondi Beach Hero

After a bystander disarmed a gunman during the Bondi Beach attack, viral creator Zachery Dereniowski launched a GoFundMe that quickly raised over $1 million to support the injured hero and his family.

The new Stranger Things Season 5 theory that has fans ‘suing’ Netflix

Stranger Things fans are threatening to ‘sue Netflix’ after a viral Season 5 trailer theory predicts a heartbreaking fate for fan favorite couple.

Why Marlon Wayans’ AI meme war never stood a chance against 50 Cent

Marlon Wayans and Ja Rule are targeting 50 Cent’s character after a viral meme war erupted over the new Diddy documentary, Sean Combs: The Reckoning.

Kim Kardashian Joins Fortnite Icon Series in New SKIMS-Inspired Collab

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