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Outdoor Boys YouTuber hit 12M subs in 18 months. Now he's calling it quits.
The channel quickly exploded in popularity, which is part of the reason why its creator is taking a step back from YouTube.
How a Threads post helped me find community and beat loneliness
Commentary: I found love in what sometimes feels like a hopeless place.
By Vee Weir
From TikTok to A24, Boman Martinez-Reid is living the creator-to-TV dream
"Yes, I parody 'The Kardashians', but 'The Bodashians' now is its own universe. It has its own rules. It makes no sense, but it makes so much sense at the same time."
Caring for ourselves amid the Diddy trial and collective trauma exposure
The online coverage of the Diddy trial is inescapable. Therapist Kate Keisel of The Sanar Institute has suggestions for surviving the news cycle.
By Kate Keisel
Sonny Angel and Casetify are back with another cheeky, whimsical collab
The cult-favorite collectible collides with Casetify's tech-chic aesthetic in a dreamy, limited-edition drop.
By Crystal Bell
How Aden Wang makes viral DIY content without quitting his day job
"I have to do the work anyways, so might as well record it."
The internet can't stop thinking of Katy Perry
TikTokkers turned Perry’s "Thinking of You" into a meme and then started listening to it unironically.
By Crystal Bell
Spotify’s AI DJ now takes requests
Just say what you’re feeling — your DJ is listening.
By Crystal Bell
The internet's obsession with run clubs is ruining running
What started as community building has become commodified chaos on the streets.
By Tim Marcin
A new Pope has been chosen. Here's what his X posts say about him.
Let's dig into Pope Leo XIV's digital footprint.
By Amanda Yeo
A murder victim addressed his killer in court thanks to AI resurrection
The deceased man was surprisingly chipper in the AI-generated video.
100 Americans vs. 100 Brits: TikTok’s latest debate is uniting America
"100 British people versus 100 Americans. One big room. No weapons. Who's winning?"
Holy smoke, the internet is obsessed with the papal conclave
Why the internet’s newest obsession is the centuries-old ritual of choosing the next pope.
By Crystal Bell
Robert Irwin weighed in on the 100 men vs one gorilla debate
The Australian conservationist also posed a much more important question.
By Amanda Yeo
MrBeast is teaming with 'Maximum Ride' author James Patterson to write a novel
He's got chocolates, burgers, and snack packs. So why not a book too?
E-ZPass and toll scam texts are everywhere. What to do if you're targeted.
Be careful with your messages.
By Tim Marcin
Black celebs ruled the 2025 Met Gala, and the internet loved it
This year's theme celebrated Black dandyism, and attendees didn't disappoint.
By Amanda Yeo
Google Flights data reveals the cheapest day to book your travel
Plus, more info on flying for cheap.
By Tim Marcin
Trump says he may delay TikTok ban once again
Hey quick question: What's going on?
Lego builds life-size F1 cars for Miami GP — made of 400,000 Lego bricks
Who needs a real Ferrari when you’ve got a Lego F1 car?
By Crystal Bell
