A Russian mommy blogger broke her spine while attempting the viral Nicki Minaj stiletto challenge that has taken TikTok by storm. Mariana Barutkina, 32, an aspiring influencer with just over 1,200 followers on Instagram, tried the “Super Bass” singer-inspired trend just weeks after giving birth — ending up back in the doctor’s office after taking a … Read more
For this artist, New York City is the only canvas big enough. When Benny Cruz picked up a paintbrush for the first time, he had no idea that his art would catapult him to the highest heights of social media. “I always wanted to be a painter, until I reached a point where I wasn’t … Read more
A video of “Americana” star Sydney Sweeney perfecting her shooting skills at a gun range resurfaced online and quickly went viral after she was revealed to be a registered Republican amid outrage over her American Eagle ad. Sweeney, 27, has been in the crosshairs of online social justice warriors who said her ill-fated July advertisement … Read more
Dreading a task at the end of a long week? There may be a way to trick your brain into seeing that chore as a reward. “Dopamine anchoring” is the latest psychology hack making the rounds on social media. The technique involves associating a desirable thing – like music or snacks – with a less pleasant task … Read more
It may be the mark of the beast, but for those who are trying to get fit, “6-6-6” is also a subtle shortcut to beast mode. The viral 6-6-6 walking challenge is a flexible daily fitness routine that involves brisk walking for 60 minutes a day, at either 6 a.m. or 6 p.m., with a … Read more
A prank snack video made about a California train that prohibits food and drink is going viral. A group of pranksters aboard a Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) train donned themselves in suits and rolled a snack cart through the car, doling out pretzels, drinks and even hand wipes. Commuters on the train captured the … Read more
Strike a pose and… try not to eat pavement? TikTok is teetering on the edge thanks to the “Nicki Minaj Challenge,” a viral trend that’s got users strapping on stilettos and trying to defy gravity. Some pull it off. Others end up with ice packs and bruised egos. TikTokers are doing the “Nicki Minaj challenge,” … Read more
A fed-up mom, frustrated that her child’s school was seemingly doing nothing to stop her daughter from being cyber-bullied, has taken matters into her own hands and decided to confront her child’s alleged bullies herself. An Auckland-based mom of four, shared a video of the confrontation on TikTok, where it has now amassed over 500,000 views. … Read more
Watermelon for weight loss is a new trend that’s taking off on TikTok. The watermelon diet is billed as a weight-loss and detox method that is attempted for several days in a row – some people commit to it for three, five or even seven days. On TikTok, multiple creators have documented their experiences with this technique, … Read more
A budget-friendly recipe is going viral for channeling an Italian delicacy with just two ingredients that can be found at most roadside rest stops: coffee and an ice-cream sandwich. “It’s July and you know what that means: It’s gas station affogato season,” New York-based travel expert and television host Samantha Brown recently posted on social media. An … Read more
Her beauty hack is no longer under wraps. UK-based makeup influencer Sam Begum is dividing the Internet with her head-scratching yet speedy makeup routine: a full face of cosmetics applied to a piece of plastic wrap at night, then slapped on her face in the morning. Videos of her technique have racked up nearly 10 … Read more
Few rituals are as sacred to Aussies as the coffee run. Whether you’re ducking into your work’s cafe before tackling the 9-5 grind or taking a quick break with colleagues for a 3 p.m. pick-me-up. Yet, why, for something so central to our daily lives, do we never quite know how to handle that awkward … Read more
Who said you need to skip leg day when at a festival? Popular electronic dance festival, Tomorrowland, is going viral – not just for having pulled off the unthinkable after its Mainstage caught fire – but for having a full-blown gym on the grounds in Boom, Belgium. It’s definitely not something you’d expect to find … Read more
Liam Gallagher put Oasis fans at ease during Sunday’s concert in Manchester, England by telling them that their love will not be aired on a Jumbotron as Coldplay’s viral kiss cam saga continues to unfold. The Oasis singer, who is currently touring with his feuding brother, assured fans that there is no need to hide … Read more
A beer league team in Ontario just earned themselves a lifetime’s worth of bragging rights. Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl turned up in Oilers jerseys at a pickup game at Magna Centre in Newmarket, Ontario, last Wednesday night in a dream-come-true moment for local fans and players. Making the moment even sweeter for the locals: … Read more
While most of baseball rested and recharged over the All-Star break, Mr. Met came back for the second-half opener with a couple of bumps and bruises. The Mets mascot had the second-most viral concert moment this past week when he took a spill at the Lumineers concert at Citi Field. Mr. Met hilariously played into … Read more
The ESPYs are over, but give these “SportsCenter” anchors an award for Cold Open of the Day. As the camera focused on Gary Striewski and Randy Scott on Friday morning, the latter had his arms wrapped around Striewski’s waist. The two swayed for a couple of seconds before Striewski covered his face and turned away … Read more
A mother’s chili secret has gone viral in a TikTok video that has some loving the added ingredient while others are in disbelief. The video was posted by the Hnieno Fam, a family-oriented TikTok account centered on a London mother and a father of two. Jade Hnieno, the mom of the family, shared the video last month, … Read more
Step inside this Bed-Stuy brownstone and you’ll swear you’ve been whisked back to a jazz venue in 1940s Brooklyn. Housed in a 19th-century home with floral drapes, moody lamps and live music, this intimate Victorian parlor revives the borough’s storied musical roots — no time machine required. Welcome to BrownstoneJAZZ, the romantic, toe-tapping hot spot … Read more
Bartenders are discreetly telling intoxicated customers they’re cut off for the night — stirring up heated debate online. Some workers are giving out printed cards that say, “You have been cut off,” letting patrons know they won’t be served any more alcohol, according to photos shared on social media platforms. “Please leave quietly and no … Read more