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Hello fellow citizens of the internet! Andrew here. Welcome to today’s edition of web_crawlr.
Our top stories today include a look at the reactions to HBO Max axing a Batman show, a rundown of the memes that came after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) stood *very* awkwardly in a photo, a viral video about what you need to do to succeed in corporate America, and a recap of how the far-right candidates did in Florida’s primary race.
After that, our Politics Reporter Claire takes a look at Herschel Walker in her weekly “Dirty Delete” column. Plus, if you scroll a bit, we’ve got a story on a peculiar Lyft ride that is going viral.
That’s a lot to get through. So let’s get to it. See you tomorrow!
— A.W.
⚡ Today’s top stories
‘Batman’ fans baffled as HBO Max cancels ‘Batman: The Animated Series’ follow-up from Bruce Timm and J.J. Abrams
Batman: Caped Crusader seemed like a surefire hit—but it’s one of many new projects shelved by HBO Max.
‘Like NPCs in Goldeneye’: Ron DeSantis’ weird stance gets roasted
It’s definitely one way for a human to stand.
TikToker says to succeed in corporate America you need to be ‘fake as f*ck,’ sparking debate
If you’re wondering what it takes to succeed in corporate America, some TikTokers say they have the answer: be fake as fuck.
Laura Loomer fares better than other far-right candidates in Florida primary race, still loses
Florida’s far-right candidates received uneven results.
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🗳️ Dirty Delete
Herschel Walker hopes his football career distracts voters from his many lies
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🕸️ Crawling the web
Here is what else is happening across the ‘net.
👀 What should you say if someone at work asks if Microsoft Teams is down? Always say “yes,” this viral video urges its viewers.
💼 The tactics that “toxic managers” use to get workers to quit were highlighted in this viral video.
🛒 A Walmart worker has attracted a ton of attention after she posted about the mysterious messes she finds in the aisles while on the clock.
🍼 What you need to know about the little conception device that’s making it easier to get pregnant.*
🚓 An UberEats driver says he was allegedly detained by authorities while delivering food to a school in Texas.
🍔 In a viral video, a Wendy’s employee exposed the concerning conditions—including a moldy cooktop—in his store. More than 1 million people have viewed his video.
🌐 These students are ditching college to run an NFT business.
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👋 Before you go
Well, this isn’t probably what you’d expect when using a ridesharing app. In a video video, a TikToker claims that after ordering a Lyft on their way back from the club, a man showed up on foot to pick her up. The resulting ride allegedly took over an hour, but according to her, “we didn’t even complain.”
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