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Humor
fromWIRED
10 hours ago

War Memes Are Turning Conflict Into Content

Memes have become a rapid means of expressing dark humor and political satire during conflicts, reflecting societal responses to fear and hardship.
#relationships
Relationships
fromBustle
10 hours ago

TikTok's Viral "Rock & Star" Dating Theory Makes So Much Sense

The best relationships are formed between a rock and a star, providing balance and support.
Relationships
fromBustle
10 hours ago

TikTok's Viral "Rock & Star" Dating Theory Makes So Much Sense

The best relationships are formed between a rock and a star, providing balance and support.
Media industry
fromABC7 Chicago
3 hours ago

The Onion launches new bid to take over Alex Jones' Infowars and turn it into a parody platform

The Onion plans to take over Infowars' platforms amid Alex Jones' financial troubles, creating parody content and benefiting Sandy Hook families.
#tiktok
fromMashable
5 days ago
Social media marketing

TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat: Teens share which app affects sleep most

Games
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Go play this secret game in your TikTok DMs | TechCrunch

TikTok has introduced a secret emoji game in DMs where users bounce across alligators to compete for high scores.
Film
fromVariety
2 weeks ago

When Fandom Converts: How TikTok Is Driving Measurable Box Office Growth

TikTok has become a powerful engine for movie discovery, translating online engagement into real-world ticket sales.
Social media marketing
fromMashable
5 days ago

TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat: Teens share which app affects sleep most

TikTok is perceived by teens as a major distraction, negatively impacting sleep and productivity more than Instagram and Snapchat.
#infowars
Television
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
15 hours ago

Microdramas Platform Verza TV Shifts Strategy Just 4 Months After Launch (Exclusive)

Verza TV is evolving to include horizontal videos and user-generated content while maintaining a focus on mobile entertainment.
Psychology
fromThe Verge
8 hours ago

Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want

LLMs are not a groundbreaking discovery; many concepts they embody have been known for a long time.
Marketing tech
fromwww.marketingdive.com
1 day ago

Creator marketing now a core media channel' while search slows: IAB

Digital advertising revenue reached $294.6 billion in 2025, driven by video, creator content, and performance media despite economic challenges.
Digital life
fromFortune
1 day ago

Gen Z is 'Chinamaxxing'-and it's less a love letter to Beijing than an indictment of America | Fortune

American cultural dominance is being challenged by a rising trend of Gen Z embracing Chinese culture online.
#youtube
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
3 days ago

Hot Take: YouTube Shouldn't Rely On Creators To Convince Brands It's TV | AdExchanger

YouTube aims to position itself as a television alternative to attract larger advertising budgets.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
3 days ago

Hot Take: YouTube Shouldn't Rely On Creators To Convince Brands It's TV | AdExchanger

YouTube aims to position itself as a television alternative to attract larger advertising budgets.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

JORDY's dumb bop, nuns on TikTok & 'Confessions II': 10 things we're obsessed with this week - Queerty

Spring allergies coincide with exciting LGBTQ+ news, including Madonna's upcoming album and various celebrity happenings.
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Asking the Wrong Questions About Hasan Piker

Piker's refusal to condemn Hamas and his statement about voting for Hamas over Israel have drawn criticism from both the right and left, highlighting the contentious nature of his views.
Left-wing politics
SF LGBT
fromWIRED
3 days ago

The Influencers Normalizing Not Having Sex

Abstinence from sex is rising among both genders, with young women experiencing a significant increase in celibacy.
frommarginalia.nu
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI makes you boring

AI-aided development leads to less original thinking and boring projects, diminishing the quality of programming discussions.
Graphic design
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Six great reads: Iran's social media memes, an abandoned department store and a 1,200-year-old record of cherry blossoms

Iran effectively uses memes and AI-generated content to engage Western audiences despite internet restrictions.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
4 days ago

When Jokes Won't Do: Affective Shifts in U.S. Late-Night Comedy

News avoidance is rising due to negativity, while late-night comedy provides catharsis through affective shifts during crises.
Exercise
fromBustle
4 days ago

"Pinky Time" Is The Wellness Hack You Can Do From The Couch

A viral pinky exercise on TikTok claims to promote brain health and slow cognitive decline.
fromVulture
3 days ago

The 9 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend

The second season appears to go in a The White Lotus-esque direction with Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan as a couple whose fight is witnessed by two country-club employees.
Film
Podcast
fromDefector
4 days ago

A New Space In Which To Be Stupid, With Michael Schur | Defector

Baseball's emotional impact fluctuates, with teams' performance affecting fans' feelings throughout the season.
fromBustle
4 days ago

You Should Be Reading Out Loud Daily - But Not For The Reason You Think

Reading aloud for a few minutes, in the comfort of your own home, can actually yield some pretty promising results in your speaking skills, experts say.
Books
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Why I'm embracing the latest uncool thing in gaming

Marathon offers a welcoming community for feminine-presenting players, contrasting with typical multiplayer experiences in gaming.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Millions of people are pretending to be AI chatbots for fun

"People are spending hours on the site. I didn't really expect it to be so addictive," said Mihir Maroju, the creator of Your AI Slop Bores Me.
Arts
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

TikTok content creators to benefit from new feature to help grow their businesses

The Independent provides essential journalism on critical issues, while a new Visa debit card enhances financial management for UK TikTok creators.
Social media marketing
fromCassius Life
11 hours ago

A.I.-Generated Fake Influencers Are Pushing Pro-Trump Messaging On TikTok

Artificially generated influencers are spreading pro-Trump messages on social media, posing as real users ahead of the midterm elections.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Kevin review Aubrey Plaza's new cat comedy is so irretrievably bad it must never be allowed to happen again

The script is so blunderingly crude, so sluggish in its attempts at emotional depth, and so mean-spirited in its approach that it leaves viewers feeling deflated.
Humor
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Social Media Trends and the Popularity of NeeDoh Toys

Social media trends significantly influence the popularity of NeeDoh toys, which serve as stress relief tools for teens.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

This May Be Low-Key the Hardest Time to Decode Slang

Slang evolves rapidly, reflecting youth identity and social connection, and serves as a cultural password for belonging among generations.
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Hulu's biggest reality stars will be under one roof for Hulu's Get Real event and livestream

Hulu's Get Real House returns with a livestream event featuring reality stars and new announcements on April 22.
#friendship
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

My friend keeps sending me unsettling social media videos. How do I tell her to stop? | Leading questions

Friendship dynamics can shift when communication preferences are not respected, leading to feelings of disconnect.
Social media marketing
fromBustle
3 days ago

Inject Whimsy Into Your Friendships With The "First Follower Theory"

An audacious friend is essential for embracing whimsical ideas and creating exciting, supportive friendships.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

My friend keeps sending me unsettling social media videos. How do I tell her to stop? | Leading questions

Friendship dynamics can shift when communication preferences are not respected, leading to feelings of disconnect.
Social media marketing
fromBustle
3 days ago

Inject Whimsy Into Your Friendships With The "First Follower Theory"

An audacious friend is essential for embracing whimsical ideas and creating exciting, supportive friendships.
Social media marketing
fromFast Company
22 hours ago

'No idea what tomorrow will look like': In TikTok's 'unemployment diaries,' workers document life after layoffs

Karlee Rea documents her layoff experience and the challenges of job searching in a series of vlogs amid rising unemployment among Gen Z.
Marketing
fromDigiday
1 week ago

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago

People Who Were Teenagers Before Social Media Existed Are Sharing What Life Was Like

You could do something stupid at 15 and only the three people there remembered it - not the entire internet forever.
Digital life
#social-media
fromEngadget
5 days ago
Mental health

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Media industry
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

SaySo is a new short-form video app that aims to restore users' trust in news | TechCrunch

SaySo is a new app that curates news from vetted creators to combat misinformation and enhance user trust.
Media industry
fromNatesilver
2 weeks ago

Social media is turning into a freak show

Social media's influence on content quality and publisher success has led to a crisis in foreign policy and political communication.
Mental health
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Most teens report social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat do not harm their mental health, but some experience negative effects on sleep and productivity.
Media industry
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

SaySo is a new short-form video app that aims to restore users' trust in news | TechCrunch

SaySo is a new app that curates news from vetted creators to combat misinformation and enhance user trust.
Digital life
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

Shocking: Parents think their teens spend too much time on TikTok, a new study reveals

Parents are more concerned about teens' TikTok usage than teens themselves, with 44% of parents worried compared to 28% of teens.
Media industry
fromNatesilver
2 weeks ago

Social media is turning into a freak show

Social media's influence on content quality and publisher success has led to a crisis in foreign policy and political communication.
Social media marketing
fromLindsey Gamble
2 days ago

TikTok Expands Micro-Drama Push With Issa Rae's HOORAE Partnershi - Lindsey Gamble

Micro-dramas are a rapidly growing market, expected to reach $20 billion by 2030, with significant traction in both China and the US.
Humor
fromJezebel
1 week ago

Please Enjoy This Elephant Video That Has Made Me Cry Laughing for 8 Years

A video from a trip to Elephant Nature Park in Thailand has consistently evoked uncontrollable laughter for nearly a decade.
Television
fromEsquire
3 days ago

The Best HBO Max Shows of 2026 (So Far)

HBO remains strong in 2026 with acclaimed dramas, comedies, and new unscripted shows despite uncertainty from potential acquisition.
#streaming
Television
fromForbes
5 days ago

The TV And Movie Content That Drove Social Media In 2025

Younger generations prefer social media recommendations for TV and movies over traditional streaming platform suggestions.
Television
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

This company is turning YouTube videos into TV shows as streamers chase Gen Alpha

Streamers are launching creator content to attract Gen Alpha away from YouTube, with Pocket.watch leading the initiative.
#short-form-video
Digital life
fromPocket-lint
4 days ago

I turned off YouTube's brain rot and it only took 4 taps

Short-form video content is prevalent, but it negatively impacts attention spans and encourages doom scrolling.
Digital life
fromPocket-lint
4 days ago

I turned off YouTube's brain rot and it only took 4 taps

Short-form video content is prevalent, but it negatively impacts attention spans and encourages doom scrolling.
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
3 days ago

The State Of Influencer Marketing In Gaming

The gaming industry is rapidly growing, with revenues expected to reach $503.14 billion by 2025, driven by mobile gaming and influencer marketing.
Media industry
fromObserver
3 days ago

Facing A.I. Slop and Shifting Algorithms, Brands Bet on Streamers to Stay Real

MrBeast exemplifies success in the creator economy, leveraging YouTube and livestreams while expanding into various media ventures.
Typography
fromQueerty
4 weeks ago

"That's 8 inches or more, sweetie": This gay Tiktoker's guide to catching print is going viral - Queerty

Catching print is a dating tactic to assess men's anatomy without physical intimacy.
Media industry
fromAV Club
3 days ago

Netflix is adding a vertical video feed to compete with YouTube

Netflix will launch a redesigned mobile app featuring a TikTok-like vertical video feed focused on promoting its shows and movies.
Humor
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

April Fools' Day 2026: the best and cringiest pranks

Brands should reconsider their approach to April Fools' Day to avoid negative consequences.
Television
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Satirizing Silicon Valley is pointless in 2026. This show proves it

The Audacity critiques Big Tech's ethics through a darkly comedic lens, but its timing may render it less impactful.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
6 days ago

Why brands can't stop acting like reply guys and jumping into viral comment threads on social media

Brands are increasingly engaging in social media replies to drive interaction and remain culturally relevant.
Media industry
fromDeadline
5 days ago

Former Disney & Discovery Exec Carolina Lightcap Launches ShowUp Studios To Create Gen Z Content On YouTube & TikTok

ShowUp Studios aims to produce Gen Z-focused content for YouTube and TikTok, with a goal of over 4,500 episodes in five years.
Apple
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Why Apple is Flooding TikTok With 'Unhinged' Videos

Apple launched an intentionally absurdist TikTok marketing campaign featuring surreal, colorful videos to promote the MacBook Neo, a $599 laptop with an A18 Pro chip launching March 11, 2026.
Social media marketing
fromMail Online
6 days ago

Co-AI-chella! AI influencers cash in on the California music festival

AI influencers are generating significant content and revenue from events like Coachella despite not being real individuals.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
3 weeks ago

Young people want their news to be more fun, a new report says

Young adults prefer news that is entertaining and fun, contrasting with older adults who favor traditional news sources.
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

40 Photos Of The World's Dumbest People (See If You Made The List!)

Society shows growing stupidity and absurdity over the past 20 years, mirroring the film Idiocracy's vision of a catastrophically dumb future.
Television
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

TikTok is testing a new micro-drama feed, and its top shows feature AI zombies and sad polar bears

TikTok launched a limited test of 'TikTok Short Drama,' a new mini-drama feed featuring short-form dramatic content available to users over 18 in select regions.
E-Commerce
fromBustle
2 months ago

65 Weird-As-Hell Things We're Loving Right Now

Quirky, practical Amazon products include cat-hanging cup spoons, rose-shaped buildable blush, and liquid-latex nail guards to prevent messy cuticles.
Parenting
fromHuffPost
2 months ago

The Funniest Tweets From Parents This Week

Parents share candid, hilarious quotes from their children on social platforms in a weekly roundup to entertain and spread joy.
Cocktails
fromBustle
2 months ago

On TikTok, People Are Hosting "Learning Parties" With Their Friends

Learning parties have guests teach skills or topics, bring supplies, use notebooks, and combine socializing with hands-on education and themed presentations.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Where Have All the Good Memes Gone?

The lyrics have a rather annoying quality to them, similar to the way that other songs like "Call Me Maybe" by Carly Rae Jepsen, "Fireflies" by Owl City or even "Friday" by Rebecca Black did in their time - songs that gained rapid popularity and, just as quickly, sparked rapid backlash from many due to overexposure to them.
Humor
Mental health
fromBored Panda
2 months ago

"Meme God": 45 Hilarious Memes From This IG Page That Might Awaken Your Last Brain Cell

Humor and meme-based content can alleviate stress and serve as an effective, engaging tool for both personal mood relief and brand marketing.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

No Cap: SNL Just Killed Gen Z Slang

On last night's Saturday Night Live, we learned that time stops for nothing-not people and not language. Marcello Hernández, the cast member perhaps most likely to become SNL's next breakout star, dropped by the "Weekend Update" desk to inform the Millennial co-anchor Colin Jost-and, by proxy, many Millennial audience members-of the slang terms favored by Gen Z.
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