Once again, we’re left to remind the double-dealers, race hustlers and the ignorantly wishful that the successful pursuit of equality is a fool’s mission if one chooses inequality as their path. And, outside of The Rev. Al Sharpton’s amen-reliant but diminishing numbers of protesters who remain confident in the come-hither presence of TV news cameras … Read more
Brie Bird has died at just 9 years old. The social media star died on Thursday after a five-year battle with neuroblastoma cancer. “You are the miracle! Your purpose on earth was fulfilled, and it was the most sacred privilege to escort you home,” her family posted to Instagram on Friday. “You brought people to … Read more
Australia is pulling the plug on its teens’ social media habits. The country enacted the world’s first ban on social media for children under 16 this week, threatening tech giants with multi-million-dollar fines if they fail to take “reasonable steps” to kick underage users off their platforms. Officials say the crackdown targets the site’s “design … Read more
Miss Finland Sarah Dzafce was stripped of her title on Thursday, weeks after competing at the Miss Universe pageant over a racially charged social media post. Dzafce, 22, posed for a photo pulling the corners of her eyes with the caption “kiinalaisenkaa syömäs,” which roughly translates to “eating with a Chinese person,” in a social … Read more
Actress Amanda Seyfried said in a newly published interview that she would not apologize for calling Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk “hateful” in an Instagram post shortly after his assassination in September. According to screenshots that circulated online, she commented that Kirk was “hateful” on Instagram and shared a post that read, “You can’t invite violence to … Read more
A California social media influencer is facing backlash for having a “decolonized Christmas” as she bucks traditional foods and presents for native and indigenous recipes and gifts. Elise Bonilla-Myers, who goes by “glutenfree_girlfriend” on social media shared tips to her TikTok and Substack subscribers on the ways she is “decolonizing” this holiday season. She shared … Read more
YouTube said Wednesday it will roll out new genre-based subscription plans for YouTube TV in the US early next year, underscoring the platform’s growing clout in the American pay-TV market and its push to lock in sports fans. The new “YouTube TV Plans” will offer more than 10 genre-based packages, including a sports plan featuring … Read more
Salish Matter was just 10 when she first appeared on her father Jordan’s burgeoning YouTube channel. At the time, 5 million subscribers were tuning in to watch the photographer-turned-content-creator set himself various oddball challenges. But it was when he decided to involve his daughter in a fitness challenge video — where Salish faced off against … Read more
Liking ‘thirst traps’ on social media could be grounds for divorce – in Türkiye, at least. In a landmark ruling, a Turkish court has determined that ‘liking’ other women’s social media posts can be used as evidence in divorce proceedings. The Court of Cassation, Türkiye’s highest court, found that a man from the major city … Read more
Analyzing Shedeur Sanders’ play may result in some legal action. Reporter Josina Anderson threatened Athletic reporter Zac Jackson with “appropriate action” after Jackson revealed he received scathing messages about his Sanders coverage from someone who hinted at being Anderson’s sister, and he then called out Anderson for “inciting” that type of reaction. “This defamatory accusation … Read more
Since its debut in 2024, “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” has taken reality TV by storm. From landing high-profile TV appearances and major reality show roles to a Broadway opportunity and a best-selling book deal, the cast has ignited a fascination within pop culture, transforming their once-private lives into a full-blown cultural phenomenon. According to PR … Read more
“I’m not living a normal life for a 24-year-old.” Alix Earle, in a bit of an understatement, is getting contemplative before jetting off to another dance rehearsal. I’m catching the incandescent social media personality in between attending the A-lister Vogue World event the previous night and a practice session with partner Val Chmerkovskiy for “Dancing … Read more
Doomscrolling has a new hazard. Oxford University Press announced “rage bait” is its 2025 word of the year. The prestigious publisher defines “rage bait” as “online content deliberately designed to elicit anger or outrage by being frustrating, provocative, or offensive, typically posted in order to increase traffic to or engagement with a particular web page … Read more
Netflix turned to ESPN to find the face of its developing sports venture. The streaming giant is adding ESPN’s Elle Duncan as its first “full-time on-air” personality for its growing sports enterprise that could include more live sports in the future, according to The Athletic. This addition has reportedly created pessimism surrounding Duncan’s future with … Read more
Former All-Pro receiver Steve Smith Sr. said he refuses to apologize after he was publicly accused of having an affair with a married woman earlier this year. During the latest installment of “The Pivot” podcast, Smith shared the conversation he had with his four kids after Anthony Martinez alleged that his wife, Nicole, and the former NFL star … Read more
Late-night host Bill Maher admitted on Monday that he’s stopped performing stand-up comedy over escalating safety concerns, saying today’s deep divisions have made him nervous about performing live — especially following recent acts of political violence. “I feel like it was a great choice because I don’t want to be out there in this country in this … Read more
A Queensland woman went viral after sharing a fiery rant about women wearing tight activewear in public, with her expletive-filled message dividing viewers. In a clip filmed inside a Townsville supermarket, TikToker Poppy questioned why some women wear short shorts or leggings that left little to the imagination. “Those women who wear that activewear, those short shorts, … Read more
We need to talk about the Housekeeping Olympics. For some unknown algorithmic reason, they’re suddenly everywhere on my For You page. And less than 24 hours ago, I had no idea they even existed. If your feed looks a little different, let me explain. The viral bed-making video The video that first caught my eye … Read more
Stephen A. Smith wasn’t the only ESPN personality to endorse the sketchy solitaire app. ESPN NFL analyst Mina Kimes took to social media on Saturday to apologize for previously advertising the app Solitaire Cash, whose parent company, Papaya Gaming, has been the target of a recent lawsuit. Papaya Gaming was found to have previously defrauded … Read more
All year long, there has been a strange collective whine among delusional movie fans. The gist of their babyish gripes: Why must the press keep bringing up Hollywood’s distressingly low box office numbers?! The past few months have seen a spate of underperforming titles: Bong Joon Ho’s “Mickey 17,” “The Smashing Machine” starring Dwayne “The … Read more