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Hello fellow web crawlers! Andrew here. Welcome to today’s edition of web_crawlr. 

Our top stories today are about: Big name conservatives getting mocked for being part of a “VP hopeful pageant walk” outside Trump’s hush money trial, couples taking date night inspiration from TikTok’s “paint your partner” trend, the GameStop stock legend resurfacing after three years, and a person attempting to recreate the viral “55 burgers” sketch from I Think You Should Leave. 

After that, we’ve got a “One Good Thing” mini-column for you to show you some of the best of internet culture. 

See you tomorrow! 

— A.W. 

Today in internet culture

VIRAL POLITICS
‘The VP hopeful pageant walk’: Big name conservatives are simping outside Trump’s NYC trial as election nears

People online relentlessly mocked the numerous Republican lawmakers who made appearances at the courthouse amid Trump’s hush money trial. 

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INTERNET-ERA DATING
Couples are taking date night inspiration from TikTok’s ‘Paint Your Partner’ trend

Couples are revealing their inner Rembrandts for all to see.

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STONKS
‘What we buying?’: GameStop stock legend Keith Gill, also known as Roaring Kitty, resurfaces after 3 years

Gill’s mysterious tweets are hyping up stock bros online.

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FAIL
Man tries to order 55 burgers, 55 fries through Wendy’s AI drive-thru. It backfires

One person attempted to recreate the viral I Think You Should Leave skit. 

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One Good Thing

We cover the “best and worst” of internet culture, but sometimes the “best” can get lost in the shuffle. We’ll focus on stories that highlight the “best” in a re-occurring section called “One Good Thing.” 

‘Could probably help you pay off your student loans’: Woman shares which VHS tapes you may have sitting around your house that could be worth thousands

VHS tapes were a staple in people’s lives for decades. In 2003, VHS tapes started fading away, eventually being replaced by DVDs.

Many people probably still have their old VHS tapes tucked away in their storage closets, basements, and in boxes in their garages. But those tapes don’t have to just sit there collecting dust. 

TikTok user Dani Delvescovo (@danithriftingthingss), who often shares content related to reselling as well as other money-related tips and tricks with her 43,000 followers, shared which VHS tapes could be worth thousands of dollars. 

Do you have any of these VHS tapes lying around? 

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Crawling the web

Here is what else is happening across the ‘net.

Over the years, many TikTok users have gone viral after documenting what it was like for them to lose their jobs. However, few have recorded such an experience as it happens. A recent video from a barista is different. 

Do you want to “look rich?” Well, then you should look into buying these cars, according to one viral video from a car salesman. 

A veterinarian has gone viral after issuing a warning about dog collars. According to him, a dog collar led to his pet’s death—and if one isn’t careful, it can lead to their own pet’s passing.

A Swiftie posted a viral video showing off her new The Tortured Poets Department CD, which comes signed by Taylor Swift herself. She’s shocked once she opens up the case. 

Skincare will always be a little hit-and-miss. However, this TikToker got far more than she bargained for when the viral turmeric and kojic acid soap ended up doing more damage than good.

If you’re leaving a job on good terms, your last day at work should be a breeze. But one Claire’s worker learned that everything doesn’t always go smooth sailing, especially when it comes to treating yourself to lunch being delivered via DoorDash.

From the Daily Dot archive: Here are the real-life stakes of faking your death online.

Question of the Day

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DO YOU HAVE OLD VHS TAPES STORED SOMEWHERE? 

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Before you go

Usually, when you’re seated at a restaurant and your server walks out with a candle-topped dessert to celebrate your birthday, you don’t expect to see that treat on your bill. 

Well, this duo was stunned when a restaurant made them pay for a slice of birthday cake they didn’t order.

“If a restaurant brings you a dessert for your birthday that you didn’t ask for, should you have to pay for it?” Sean (@seanlans) asks in a viral TikTok clip.

It’s common for restaurants and even some fast food establishments to offer you a sweet treat on your birthday. But it can be hit or miss whether or not it’s going to be free.