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Ex-Big Brother star accuses ‘party girl influencers’ of secretly struggling with substance abuse while glamorizing lifestyle

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Ex-Big Brother star accuses ‘party girl influencers’ of secretly struggling with substance abuse while glamorizing lifestyle

A viral social media storm has erupted after Perth-raised podcaster and former Big Brother star Julia Rangiheuea, 31, accused some of the most popular “party girl influencers” of secretly struggling with substance abuse issues, while glamorizing the very lifestyle that nearly ruined her own life. Rangiheuea, who shares her sobriety journey as @recoveringpartygirl on social media and … Read more

Gwyneth Paltrow spills Meghan Markle ‘friendship’ details months after squashing rumored feud

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Gwyneth Paltrow spills Meghan Markle ‘friendship’ details months after squashing rumored feud

Despite her hectic schedule, Gwyneth Paltrow still finds time to check in with her close pals.  Months after squashing a rumored feud between her and Meghan Markle, the Goop founder said the two have remained in touch.  “We have a text friendship so far,” she told People magazine on Saturday, while attending the Mindvalley Manifesting Summit. “I’ve been traveling quite … Read more

Most parents fear they’re losing ‘precious time’ while fighting with kids about digital ‘addiction’: new study

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Most parents fear they’re losing ‘precious time’ while fighting with kids about digital ‘addiction’: new study

Kids can’t “Just Say No” to the high of WiFi.  The bewitching buzz of being online — be it via an iPad, cellphone or computer — is like a narcotic to Gen Alpha kiddos. Now, parents fear their perennially online offspring are devolved into digital drug addicts due to the prevalence of modern technology, per … Read more

TikToker warns viewers about disgusting brown glob discovered in juice: ‘I feel violently ill’

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TikToker warns viewers about disgusting brown glob discovered in juice: ‘I feel violently ill’

There’s nothing worse than finding something icky in your food. Normally, you tend to see it pretty early on — think, finding a knife in your wrap, or a worm in your Easter bunny. However, Naomi Brosnan wasn’t so lucky, taking to social media to warn others of her disgusting find. “I actually feel violently ill” Aussie … Read more

Experts warn against viral laundry hack hailed as ‘genius’: ‘Be mindful’

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Experts warn against viral laundry hack hailed as ‘genius’: ‘Be mindful’

A laundry hack being hailed as “genius” is doing the rounds of the internet, introducing people to a faster and more convenient way to dry their clothes. However, experts are warning anyone who tries it to be careful, as it may cause more problems than you’d expect. The laundry hack you never knew you needed Aussie TikTok user @keepingwithkirsty has … Read more

Parents’ obsessive technology use may have serious long-term effects on babies and toddlers: study

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Parents’ obsessive technology use may have serious long-term effects on babies and toddlers: study

Call it phoney parenting. Tots under the age of five suffer adverse effects if their moms and dads are distracted by the bings and dings of modern technology, according to a startling new study on the dangers of “technoference.” “Parental technology use in their child’s presence was significantly associated with poorer cognition and prosocial behavior, … Read more

Emotional viral post reveals heartbreaking truths people wish they could tell their younger selves

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Emotional viral post reveals heartbreaking truths people wish they could tell their younger selves

If you could talk to yourself 10 years ago, what would you say? That tearjerking question stopped one popular chat platform in its tracks this week, sparking an emotional outpouring of advice, regrets, and life lessons people wish they could whisper to their younger selves. The innocent question posted earlier today on Reddit’s r/AskReddit forum … Read more

Notorious UES Mommas FB group mysteriously shut down for six days: ‘Got really out of control’

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Notorious UES Mommas FB group mysteriously shut down for six days: ‘Got really out of control’

It needed a timeout. Early Friday morning, the infamous UES Mommas Facebook group – known for its exclusionary membership practices and petty parenting controversies – was suddenly shut down by parent company Meta. The mystery cancellation immediately prompted outcry and speculation.  The legendary UES Mommas Facebook group was suddenly shutdown in recent days. Malambo C/peopleimages.com … Read more

People have just realized what a popular condom brand means

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People have just realized what a popular condom brand means

The world’s most popular sexual health company has finally revealed exactly what the brand name means, after many speculated online about what it stood for. Durex is a company predominantly known for selling condoms and lubricants, launching its first moistened birth control device in the 1950s. However, the popular brand has existed since 1929, with … Read more

Exclusive | Moms launch anti-glitzy ‘Get Un-Ready With Me’ effort to teach young girls to embrace their looks

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Exclusive | Moms launch anti-glitzy ‘Get Un-Ready With Me’ effort to teach young girls to embrace their looks

Sarah Lee, a married mom of four, is taking it off — all her makeup, that is.  “Going makeup-free is so freeing,” Lee, 51, told The Post. “I have more interesting and important things to contribute to the world other than just my physical appearance.” And Lee of Sacramento, Calif., isn’t in a rush to … Read more

Woman shocked at bizarre packaging online order was shipped in: ‘How is this allowed?’

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Woman shocked at bizarre packaging online order was shipped in: ‘How is this allowed?’

That is one unexpected package. A UK woman picked up an online order from Vinted, an online marketplace, that she was excited to receive — only to be shocked by what it was shipped in. Kath Humphreys ordered a few clothing items, like dungarees and cardigans, for her 1-year-old daughter. Upon retrieving it from the … Read more

Majority of Americans trust what’s online less than ever before: poll

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Majority of Americans trust what’s online less than ever before: poll

The average American trusts less than half of what they see and read online, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults found that skepticism is at an all-time high when it comes to the internet. According to the results, Americans believe only 41% of what they consume online is totally accurate, fact-based … Read more

The viral ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’ is back — this time, to raise awareness for a new chilling cause

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The viral ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’ is back — this time, to raise awareness for a new chilling cause

The Ice Bucket Challenge is back! In 2014, Americans were asked to pour buckets of ice water on themselves and post the video to social media in order to raise awareness for ALS, or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis — commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. And they did — everyone from high schoolers to celebrities like Taylor Swift … Read more

Influencer Lilly Sabri returns to social media 18 months after bachelor party ‘affair’

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Influencer Lilly Sabri returns to social media 18 months after bachelor party ‘affair’

A British fitness influencer whose wedding was called off after her fiance’s alleged “cheating” was exposed on a popular podcast has finally spoken out about the moment her relationship “blew up in front of millions of people.” Lilly Sabri, a popular content creator with over 6 million followers, ended her engagement to Alex Tyrwhitt in November … Read more

Pinterest is pushing teens to close the app and pause notifications at school: ‘Stay in the moment’

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Pinterest is pushing teens to close the app and pause notifications at school: ‘Stay in the moment’

Pinterest is getting on board with the movement to get kids off their phones. The social-media platform is testing a new pop-up displayed to minors in the U.S. and Canada during school hours, encouraging them to close the app until the bell rings. “Focus is a beautiful thing,” the prompt reads, according to The Verge. … Read more

Woman defends ‘unhelpful’ boyfriend after supermarket video goes viral: ‘Wasn’t that deep’

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Woman defends ‘unhelpful’ boyfriend after supermarket video goes viral: ‘Wasn’t that deep’

A video of a New Zealand couple using the self-serve checkout at the supermarket has divided social media. Ella Monnery and her boyfriend Kings have been together for a year. The pair recently shared a video of themselves using the self-service checkout at a New World supermarket. In the clip, the 27-year-old – who appeared on The Voice Australia in … Read more

Famed NYC restaurant grilled over $30 sandwich: ‘Really overrated’

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Famed NYC restaurant grilled over sandwich: ‘Really overrated’

They won’t “have what she’s having.” Venerated New York City institution Katz Delicatessen was spit-roasted online over its $30 sandwich, which viewers labeled “diabolical” and a “waste of money.” Founded in 1888, Katz’s is the oldest deli of its kind in NYC — and was made world-famous by the iconic orgasm scene in the 1989 … Read more

Looming REAL ID deadline causes chaos at DMVs as critics take to social media: ‘What’s next?’

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Looming REAL ID deadline causes chaos at DMVs as critics take to social media: ‘What’s next?’

The countdown is on: In less than 20 days, the REAL ID requirement will take effect, requiring Americans to obtain a new form of identification in order to fly domestically. Other identification that will be accepted in lieu of a REAL ID includes a valid U.S. passport or passport card; DHS trusted traveler cards such as Global … Read more

Fashion brand in hot water after Coachella videos flooded with customer complaints

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Fashion brand in hot water after Coachella videos flooded with customer complaints

An Australian fashion brand has been called out for holding a lavish influencer trip to Coachella as customers have allegedly been left in limbo with their orders. Peppermayo, a Sydney-based e-tailer, recently hosted a VIP experience for a group of social media stars. But videos from the annual American music festival Palm Spring, a city in … Read more

McDonald’s teases return of snack wraps with cryptic social media post

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McDonald’s teases return of snack wraps with cryptic social media post

McDonald’s on Tuesday teased customers about when to expect snack wraps back on its menu. The fast-food giant wrote on X, “snack wraps 0x.14.2025.” McDonald’s hint has attracted about 1.4 million views and over 12,000 likes since it was posted late Tuesday morning. It appears to suggest the highly anticipated comeback of the company’s snack … Read more