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TikTok's burnt toast theory is all about accepting life's imperfections
Have you ever experienced the frustration of burning your toast before heading to work?
TikTok's bid to stall antitrust regulations rejected by EU court
Chinese social media platform TikTok has faced a setback after the European Union (EU)'s General Court dismissed its attempt to stall the Digital Markets Act (DMA) antitrust regulations.
Rat snacking: Latest food trend dominating social media
Rat snacking, a quirky food craze that has taken off in recent times, encourages people to whip up eccentric and spontaneous snack pairings inspired by the foraging habits of rats.
TikToker alleges Tinder affair with Zayn Malik, posts screenshots
In a bizarre turn of events, TikToker Sam Fisher (33) has claimed to have met former One Direction member Zayn Malik on Tinder and then been in a nine-month-long relationship with him.
TikTok's loud budgeting: A transparent approach to achieving financial well-being
Feeling the pinch in your wallet and tired of playing financial charades?
Cozy cardio: TikTok trend revolutionizing home workouts
"Cozy cardio," one of the latest fitness trend sweeping across social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, has become a go-to activity for those seeking a unique blend of physical exertion, self-pampering, and relaxation.
YouTube Music rolls out TikTok-style 'Samples' feature: How it works
YouTube Music introduced its Samples feature last year, and now it is showing up on the home screen.
Gen Z, millennials turn homeowners with Amazon's $30K tiny homes
In a real estate landscape marked by exorbitant prices, steep interest rates, and overwhelming student loan burdens, millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the trajectory to homeownership.
Taylor Swift, Drake songs to go off TikTok; here's why
Universal Music Group (UMG) has decided to stop licensing its artists' content on TikTok after failing to reach a new agreement with the social media platform.
'Sorry for everything': Zuckerberg to families at US Senate hearing
During a US Senate hearing, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg issued an apology to families, affected by the negative consequences of social media on children.
TikTok's new facility could make every video shoppable: Here's how
TikTok is experimenting with a new feature, that can automatically detect products in videos, and provide links to "Find similar items on TikTok Shop."
TikTok's 'Ketchup Challenge' puts relationships to test; goes viral
The latest TikTok trend, known as the "Ketchup Challenge," has women smearing ketchup on the kitchen countertops and requesting their male partners to clean it up.
Achieving clean girl nails: A mini step-by-step guide
For those who've fallen for the allure of the "clean girl" aesthetic, the trend has evolved beyond makeup, extending its influence to manicures.
Twins separated at birth reunite through TikTok video
Twins Amy Khvitia and Ano Sartania, separated at birth and sold to different families, found each other years later through a TV show and a TikTok video.
TikTalk: Is the celebrity-inspired accent changing the way we talk
TikTok is now shaping how people talk with a new linguistic trend called "TikTalk."
What is the orange peel theory everyone is talking about
Have you heard about the latest relationship trend making waves on social media?
Woman arrested for stealing viral Stanley cups worth $2,500
Amid Stanley's water bottle mania, unfolded a bizarre incident, revealing the dark side of the trend.
ByteDance terminates Resso music app in India over data handling
ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, has announced that it will close its music-streaming app Resso in India by January end.
TikTok-owner ByteDance in talks to sell gaming assets to Tencent
ByteDance is in talks with several potential buyers, including Tencent, the world's biggest video game company, to sell its gaming assets.
Samsung's new AI-powered refrigerator lets you watch videos on TikTok
Samsung will showcase its 2024 Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator with AI Family Hub+, at the CES 2024.
OpenAI suspends TikTok parent ByteDance's account: Here's why
ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, is in hot water for allegedly using GPT-generated data through Microsoft Azure to train its own AI model in China, violating the developer license of both OpenAI and Microsoft.
'Wedding of the century' bride deletes TikTok. Here's why
Only a few weeks ago, Madelaine Brockway broke the internet when she married Jacob Chase LaGrone in what was dubbed the "wedding of the century."
TikTok parent to launch AI chatbot development platform this month
TikTok owner ByteDance plans to launch public beta of its "bot development platform" by the end of the month, as revealed in an internal memo seen by the Post.
Oxford University Press crowns 'rizz' as word of the year
In a linguistic twist, Oxford University Press has crowned "rizz" as the word of the year for 2023.
TikTok rolls out artist accounts to boost fan engagement
TikTok is stepping up its game for musicians by launching artist accounts, packed with features to boost fan engagement and make it easier for fans to discover new music.
TikTok parent shuts down gaming unit, lays off hundreds
ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, is planning to shut down its Nuverse gaming division and withdraw entirely from the mainstream video game industry, according to Reuters.
TikTok to ban Bin Laden's 'Letter to America' viral trend
Short-form video platform TikTok said on Thursday that it will prohibit content promoting Osama bin Laden's 2002 "Letter to America," wherein the former al-Qaeda leader justified attacking the United States (US).
TikTok appeals against EU gatekeeper status
TikTok has followed Meta's lead in contesting its "gatekeeper" classification under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), a European Union (EU) legislation that imposes tighter regulations on tech firms and makes it easier for users to switch between rival services.
Nepal bans TikTok citing disruption of social harmony
Nepal's government banned the Chinese video-sharing app TikTok on Monday, citing its potential to disrupt societal harmony within the nation.
'Anti-Beauty': Redifing beauty industry with this revolutionary trend
In the ever-evolving realm of beauty and fashion, one constant remains: when a dominant beauty trend rises to prominence, its counter-trend, the "anti-beauty" movement, isn't far behind.
Scrunch face: GenZ's bizarre selfie trend goes viral
If pouting like a duck wasn't already enough, there's a new pose making the rounds on social media where selfie addicts are scrunching their faces.
Ingenue essence: What is this latest viral TikTok aesthetic trend
TikTok is the hotbed of interesting trends that capture the world's attention in a jiffy.
Social media platforms amplified misinformation about Israel-Hamas war: US Senator
US Senator Michael Bennet is seeking answers from Meta, X, TikTok, and Google about their efforts to tackle the spread of false and misleading content related to the Israel-Hamas conflict on their platforms.
Snapchat launches content embedding for websites akin to Instagram, TikTok
Snapchat is stepping up its game by allowing websites to embed public content on the platform like Spotlight videos, Lenses, Public Stories, and Public Profiles.
TikTok responds to EU's disinformation concerns over Israel-Hamas conflict
TikTok has communicated its efforts to tackle hate speech and disinformation on its platform following the European Union's request for information in light of the recent conflict between Israel and Palestinian terror outfit Hamas.
TikTok partners with Disney for content hub, publisher collaboration
TikTok has teamed up with Disney for a major partnership, making the entertainment powerhouse a publishing partner for its Pulse Premiere ad program.
TikTok Shop goes official in US with top brands
TikTok has officially introduced its online shopping feature, TikTok Shop, in the US, adding a "shop" button to its homepage.
Analyzing the controversial 'boy moms' trend on TikTok
Mothers on TikTok are now being criticized and called "boy moms." Reason? For teaching their sons how to cook.
Adele's viral Las Vegas fan 'not sorry' for concert controversy
A notable incident from Adele's recent Las Vegas concert caught the attention of everyone!