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Law Roach Clarified He Isn't Breaking Up With Zendaya A Day After The Celebrity Stylist Said He Was Retiring
"So y’all really think I’m breaking up with Z….. we are forever!"
The Only Woman In Twitch’s 100 Most-Viewed Streamers Said Dealing With Exploitative Imagery Is “Ridiculous” And “Hard”
“When that technology gets to the point where it's so good that it's actually causing issues and political campaigns, that’s when people are gonna finally get shit done about it.”
Twitter Users Are Parodying Public Figures With The New Verification System
The verified Rudy Giuliani parody account @RudyGiulaniESQ tweeted “I’d like to announce I shidded” before being suspended.
The “Red Wave” Was More Of A Meme Opportunity Than Any Big Political Swing
The force of the red wave became more of a meme than a descriptor for how the midterms went.
A Guy Who Filmed People In The Astroworld Disaster Screaming For Their Lives Said The Last Year Has Been Stressful And “A Lot”
The horrifying Seoul Halloween crowd crush brought one Astroworld survivor back to being in the deadly crowd at Travis Scott’s festival, exactly one year ago Saturday.
Big Mommy Milkers Are A Shield Against Online Harassment, Vtubers Say
Many women creators are using virtual YouTubing, streaming with a hologram instead of being on camera, as a way to protect themselves from online harassment.
A Major Content House In New York City, Ur Mom’s House, Has Splintered
The excitable YouTubers have cut ties after drama, with three of the original members having posted back-and-forth statements about their friendship.
Climber Elnaz Rekabi Returned To Iran To Cheers Of “Elnaz, Hero” After Competing Without A Hijab
The video of Rekabi competing with an uncovered ponytail has become a symbol for the country’s anti-hijab protests.
Adult Performer Amouranth Is Seeking “Legal And Emotional Counsel” After Sharing That Her Husband Controlled Her Money And Threatened To Kill Her Dogs
In a new video, Amouranth says the police visited her house after her livestream on Sunday where she outlined her husband’s abuse.
We Tried The Negroni Sbagliato With Prosecco Because Journalism
This week, social media made me do this.
Nicki Minaj Called Latto A “Karen” And Latto Got #40YearOldBully Trending — Here’s The Latest In The Female Rap Twitter Wars
This argument is the latest in a weekslong debate among women rappers that has fallen into a proxy war between Minaj and other popular artists.
Modern Dating Is An Extreme Sport. Here’s Our Cuffing Season Preseason Report.
This cuffing season, BuzzFeed News is following four twentysomethings on their dating journeys.
The Try Guys Said They Learned About Ned Fulmer's Affair After Fans "Alerted" Them Of His Cheating
The three remaining Try Guys said they'd had "no idea" about the workplace affair, in their first video since Ned's departure.
YouTuber Dream Revealed His Face And People Have Been Really Cruel About It
Dream is faceless no more.
Here’s Why People Are Upset About Netflix's Jeffrey Dahmer Show
The show’s legacy will be its rejection by the relatives of Dahmer’s victims and the disturbing way it’s been received on social media.
People Are Sharing Stories About Coolio After His Death At 59
From his thoughts on Australian urban planning projects to writing the Kenan & Kel theme song, many are looking back on Coolio’s interesting life.
Lizzo Played A 200-Year-Old Crystal Flute In Concert, And Its History Is Fascinating
The rare crystal flute was rescued from the White House in 1814, and no one alive had heard its sound before.
The Try Guys’ Ned Fulmer Confirmed He’s Left The Comedy Group After Leaked Photos Showed Him Cheating On His Wife
The news came hours after photos on Reddit claimed to show Fulmer kissing a producer of the show.
A Depop Seller Offering $5 Absolution Online Created A Mess Of Catholic Discourse
“martin luther gonna post a 95 part tik tok rebuttal where he just points at words that show up on the screen and plays with his hair.”
“Don’t Worry Darling” Is Out Now, And Here Are Some Social Media Reactions
Viewers are posting reactions to the movie after opening night, following the feud between director Olivia Wilde and actor Florence Pugh.
Twitch Had An Especially Wild Week
“This has been the most chaotic week on Twitch I’ve ever seen."
Welcome To The First Day Of Fall. The Sweater Weather Memes Are Awaiting You.
Christian Girl Autumn
Film Twitter Loves To Spread Fake News
“I’ve seen the greatest minds of my generation tricked by Jeremy Strong Stuart Little.”
Anonymous YouTuber Dream Announced That He Will Finally Reveal His Face
The Minecraft content creator has streamed to 30 million fans anonymously for years.
Why Is The Government Suddenly Concerned About NyQuil Chicken?
Until the FDA posted about it, NyQuil chicken was not a social media trend — just a revolting shitpost from the halls of viral infamy.
The Royal Corgis Made An Appearance During Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral Procession And Are Still Very Much Alive
Muick and Sandy are playing and thriving (and maybe a little bored).
Here's What The Note On The Top Of Queen Elizabeth II's Coffin Says
"In loving and devoted memory."
King Charles III And Prince William Made A Surprise Visit To The Line Of People Waiting To Pay Their Respects To The Queen
The crowd cheered "hip, hip, hooray" as the royals shook hands with those lined up outside Westminster Hall, where the Queen's coffin is on display 24 hours a day.
Small Influencers Are Saying They’re Getting Fewer Brand Deals As Recession Panic Escalates
“It definitely feels like if you don't do this, if you don't do that new thing, you fall behind.”
A YA Author’s Success Story Has Been Causing Drama On TikTok
BookTok’s criticism of Alex Aster’s novel Lightlark sparked debate over privilege that devolved into a discussion about the community’s toxicity.
Nicki Minaj Has Been Trending This Week And The Whole Situation Is A Hot Mess
The rapper once again started trending on social media this week after her fanbase launched an attack against her critics.
People With ADHD Are Struggling To Get Adderall Amid A Shortage And TikTok Stigma Is Not Helping
“I’m constantly nervous that I won’t be able to get my medicine, and I’ll get fired and not be able to find another job and turn back into a gross depressed garbage monster who hates himself for not being able to do his laundry.”
Sheryl Lee Ralph's Kids Screamed And Cheered Her Emmy Win From The Back Of The Theater
"I’ve envisioned this moment for my mother my whole entire life."
I Went To The Opening Of The First MrBeast Burger Location, And So Did Thousands Of Screaming Fans
This week, social media made me do this.
Prince William Publicly Addressed Queen Elizabeth II’s Death For The First Time: “The World Lost An Extraordinary Leader”
“I knew this day would come, but it will be some time before the reality of life without Grannie will truly feel real.”
The Professor Who Caused An Uproar By Wishing The Queen “Excruciating” Pain On Twitter Is Defending Her Position
“There’s not going to be any apology from me. I stand by what I said.”
Tinder’s Unfollowing Spree Is A Reminder Of The Petty And Fun Side Of Tech Twitter
RIP Tinder’s online relationship with the cast of "Modern Family."
The Internet Has Been In Its Golden Era This Week
We might not see a perfect storm like this again for a while.
The “Don’t Worry Darling” Drama Is So Fun Because Celebrities Are Finally Doing What They’re Supposed To Do
This is Hollywood spectacle at its most deliciously bizarre.
Gleeks Are Anxious To See How Lea Michele Does In Her “Funny Girl” Debut After All The Drama
“I needed to feel the chaos, the talent, and tension.”
Chris Pine At The “Don’t Worry Darling” Premiere Is The Latest Meme From All This Drama
“maybe cinema really is back”
#WorkingInTech Influencers Are Facing Backlash For Their Glamorous TikToks About The Industry
“Just because you break into tech doesn't mean like, your lifestyle is going to turn into this.”
Serena Williams Gave A Touching Tribute To Her Sister Venus As Fans Celebrated Her Career
“THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME! Serena Williams is the GOAT.”
People Feel Bad For Addison Rae Now That Her Parents Are Being Openly Petty All Over The Internet
“Everything I’ve learned about Addison Rae’s parents has been against my own will.”
Comedian Sandy Honig Went On An Absolute Spewfest Outside Her Insurance Office Because They Denied Treatment For Her Chronic Vomiting Condition
"Vomit at ur insurance companies, folks."
Everyone Is Obsessed With The Nonstop "Don't Worry Darling" Drama
"At this point i dont even want to see Don't Worry Darling, i want to see a whole documentary style exposé on all the drama surrounding it."
You Can Thank The Woman Behind The Hilarious New Jersey Twitter Account For The Punchy White House Tweets
"The White House Twitter account has gone goblin mode."
Christian Meme Pages Are Protesting The New Admins Of A Beloved Account
“Our antennas just go up when we notice something has been corporatized, and we sense people trying to make money off of us."
Actor Gary Busey Is Facing Sex Crime Charges Over His Alleged Conduct At The Monster-Mania Convention
Police in New Jersey said they received “multiple complaints” about the actor’s alleged conduct at the horror movie fan convention. Warning: This story contains descriptions of sexual assault.
Older Women Are The Only Aspirational Lifestyle Influencers I Want Now
“I haven't decided what my purpose is, but I also feel that I want to impart what I've learned.”
TikTok Encouraged Me To Make A Pinterest Board Of My Friend And It’s A Perfect Character Test
This week, social media made me do this.
Bob Odenkirk Followed An Instagram For Foot Pics And His Fans Are Defending Him For It
"This is the triumph of the human spirit."
Boxing Was A Perfect Pivot For Jake Paul And Being Good At It Is Beside The Point
Jake Paul is editing his public image as a boxer like he might have done with a YouTube video: curating fights, creating drama, and angling unerringly for attention.
People On TikTok Are Now Calling Addison Rae An LGBTQ Icon
Maybe this pum pum is 2 die 4.
I Made My Photos “Insta-Worthy” With This One Hack
This week, social media made me do this.
This K-Pop Idol Left Her Group After Being Accused Of Violence And Finally Spoke Out
“I'm going to try harder to make my future bright.”
A Disabled Woman And Her Family Drowned In Their Basement Home In South Korea
The floods have killed at least nine people after the city saw its worst rainfall in over a century.
Twitter Responded To The FBI Raid Of Mar-A-Lago With Memes
"They even broke into my safe!"
Here Are All The Celebrities Who Have Unliked Johnny Depp’s Instagram Statement About Amber Heard
Over a dozen celebrities — including Bella Hadid, Sophie Turner, and Amanda Knox — have removed their likes.
A Republican Lawmaker Said “Not Her Body, Not Her Choice” Before Indiana Passed A Near-Total Abortion Ban
“The body inside of the mom’s body is not her body. Not her body, not her choice,” said Rep. John Jacob, an anti-abortion extremist who wanted to remove exceptions for rape and incest from the bill.
Medical Experts Are Becoming Influencers Amid All The Anxiety Over Monkeypox
Some are going viral for spreading misinformation, others are just trying to go viral.
Furries Are Speaking Out Against Attendees Of A Convention With Ties To The Far Right
"This isn't a small problem."
Makeup Trends From Douyin Are Going Viral On TikTok, So I Tried It
Spoiler alert: It did not look like the inspo photos.
Taylor Swift Was Named The Celeb With The Worst Private Jet Carbon Emissions, And The Jokes Have Begun
"Pollution (Taylor’s version)."
So Many People Lost The $1.3 Billion Mega Millions Prize And Here Are Their Reactions
"We won $2.00 in the Mega Millions lottery. Please respect our privacy as our family decides how to move forward in this pivotal moment."
Instagram Listened To All The Complaints And Is Rolling Back Changes To The App
Complaining works. At least if you're Kylie Jenner.
People On Twitter Are Reacting To Beyoncé's Album Leak
"don't listen to leaks of 'renaissance' — beyoncé needs the money because she quit her job!"
Unfortunately, I Am Too Pretty To Quit Instagram
Instagram will be handing over the feed to the popular kids until you step your pussy up.
Meme Creators Want Instagram To Change Its Content Moderation Policies And Stop Deplatforming Them
“We want to survive as creators and influencers. Our livelihoods really do depend on it.”
The WHO Has Declared Monkeypox A Global Public Health Emergency
There are now more than 16,000 reported monkeypox cases from 75 countries and territories, and five deaths.
The Patio App Is Facebook For Gen Z College Kids
“I don’t think any kid actually uses Facebook now.”
LGBTQ People Rallied In New York For Better Information And Support As Monkeypox Cases Rise
“I don’t know how I’ll pay rent if I get monkeypox.”
People Are Saying The TikTok Pink Sauce Is "Disgusting,” But The Way People Are Treating Its Creator Is Also Leaving A Bad Taste In My Mouth
“I feel like Madonna or Beyoncé just tripped onstage and I woke up with their phone in my hand.”
Joe Biden Has COVID And The Tweets About Kamala Harris Taking Over Are Here
"Kamala putting her sneakers on."
Retirement House Is On A Mission To Change People’s Ideas Of Aging Through TikTok
They know you’re laughing at them because they’re older people doing youthful things. They’re just happy you’re laughing.
Kodak Black Was Arrested Again In Florida, This Time On Suspicion Of Drug Trafficking
The rapper’s arrest comes two years after former president Donald Trump commuted his federal sentence for falsifying documents to purchase weapons.
Jayland Walker Was Shot 46 Times By Police
The medical examiner's report revealed that the 46 graze and entrance wounds included a shot to the face, and officials confirmed his cause of death was due to blood loss.
A Retired One Direction Fangirl Shares The Highs And Lows Of The Fandom
"I remember what I wanted more than anything when I was nineteen years old. I wanted something that couldn’t be described."
Olivia Rodrigo Performed "Fuck You" At Glastonbury As A Dedication To The Supreme Court Justices Who Overturned Roe V. Wade
“So many women and so many girls will die because of this," Rodrigo said onstage at the Glastonbury Festival in England.
Just 16 Tweets Summing Up The Hellscape Of A Post-Roe World
“That’s a wrap on the United States.”
WeChat Became The Platform For Shanghai Residents To Speak Out About China’s Zero-COVID Policy
“How else does anger travel if not by social media, by group chats and WeChat moments, which disappear after a few days?”
Eel Pit Day Will Go Down In TikTok History, And Eel Pit Guy Told Us He Was As Amped About It As We Were
“My favorite eels are named Bathtub and Crunchwrap Supreme.”
Teachers Spoke Out At The March For Our Lives Protests About The Fear They Feel In Their Classrooms
“As a teacher, I consistently wonder which day will be the day my students will be impacted.”
GoFundMe Is Banning Fake Campaigns For Amber Heard’s Lawsuit Payment To Johnny Depp
One campaign that falsely claimed to know Heard’s legal team was seeking to raise $1 million before being removed by GoFundMe.
The Uvalde Mom Who Ran Into The School To Save Her Sons From The Shooting Spoke Out About How Police Tried To Stop Her
Angeli Gómez told CBS News that she received a call from law enforcement suggesting that she could face consequences for speaking to media outlets about her experience.
We Might Have Successfully Memed “Morbius” Back Into Theaters
It's Morbin' time. Again.
We Should All Move To Peoria, Illinois, According To TikTok
“My goal is to share an option for queer and BIPOC folks who are looking to put down roots, and who may have never thought homeownership was an attainable goal.”
It's 2022 And Brands Are Still Only Stocking Up To A Size 14, And Things Need To Change
The average women's size in Australia is 14/16, yet stores refuse to stock above a 14. Make it make sense?
How The Internet Tricked Me Into Reading A New Book Every Single Day
The key to reading 150 books in six months is to treat the literary world like an internet rabbit hole.
Artists Are Complaining About Their Record Labels Forcing Them To Make TikToks, But That's Nothing New
Celebrities not wanting to spend time making little videos for their audiences is nothing new.
K-Pop Stars BTS Will Meet With President Biden To Discuss Anti-Asian Violence
The beloved boy band and the US president will address the alarming rise in anti-Asian violence as well as issues of diversity and inclusion, according to the White House.
Parents Are Facing The "Nightmare" Choice To Send Their Kids To School After Another Mass Shooting
"You just gotta say goodbye and hope you'll get the chance to say hello again."
"When Are We Going To Do Something?": People Are Reacting To The Texas School Shooting With Fury
"As the slaughter increases, as our kids run for their lives, we do nothing."
Fans At John Mulaney’s Show Said They Felt “Ambushed” When Dave Chappelle Opened It With Anti-Trans Jokes
“I have a lot of trans friends and I’m gay myself, so I was really disappointed that Dave was allowed to perform, given that he has a history of transphobic jokes,” one attendee told BuzzFeed News.
Everyone Thought "Conversations With Friends" Would Be The Show Of The Summer, But It's Kind Of A Flop
"Joe Alwyn is struggling with Kristen Stewart syndrome."
TikTok Star Charles Gross Doesn’t Want To Be Messy For The Content Anymore
Let’s talk about it.
Grubhub Was Getting 6,000 Orders A Minute During Its Promo Today That Left Restaurant Workers Stressed And Customers Hangry
One unhappy customer was 3,630th in line to talk to Grubhub's customer service about his missing order when he gave up.
A Guy Spotted A Delivery Robot “Lost In The Woods,” But We'd Like To Think It Was Just Trying To *Find* Itself
“He’s not lost. He’s free.”
My Body, My Choice: 10,000 People Protested For Abortion Rights In New York City
“I don't want my daughter to have less reproductive rights than her mom and her grandma.”
