The arguments, the overanalysis, and the memes that turn everyday topics into full-blown digital debates.
Pokimane bought herself an engagement ring. Now, the internet debates whether the move was empowering or embarrassing
“Promising that you’ll take care of yourself is HUGE.”
On Nov 25, 2025 by Lindsey Weedston
Bill Ackman’s “may I meet you” dating advice became a meme, and people say the line actually works
“The Bill Ackman Effect is real.”
On Nov 18, 2025 by Lindsey Weedston
“Lowkey disordered”: How a “Love Island” contestant’s viral sunglasses video started a body positivity debate
“I like Olandria, I do, but the sunglasses thing is a CHOP.”
On Nov 3, 2025 by Rachel Kiley
“We are really sorry”: SciShow pulls Hank Green-hosted knitting video from YouTube after backlash from fiber artists
“There are no immediate plans to rework this specific video.”
On Oct 2, 2025 by Ljeonida Mulabazi
Here’s how to turn off video autoplay on popular platforms
What to do if you want more control over what appears on your screen.
On Sep 15, 2025 by Ljeonida Mulabazi
“Y’all come look at this”: Lizzo battles viral discourse, fake friends, and fascism in new music video
“Her slapping being viral away but eating fascism…”
On Sep 12, 2025 by Susan LaMarca
“South Park” re-run of Charlie Kirk episode pulled as conservatives blame it for the shooting
They don’t know that Kirk enjoyed the episode.
On Sep 11, 2025 by Lindsey Weedston
“They are BEGGING us not to see this thing”: Why is MrBeast featured in an ad for the “Tron: Ares” movie?
“Waited 15 years for a sequel to my favorite movie ever just to get MrBeast promo…”
On Sep 10, 2025 by Jamie Jirak
“Leave them alone”: Why the Irish YouTuber who visited an isolated Indonesian “cannibal” tribe for views is so dangerous for all involved
“He doesn’t look like he likes that.”
On Sep 2, 2025 by Alexandra Samuels
“Hurt and betrayed”: Fans share their fury online as New York Times paywalls free mini-crossword
“In today’s dystopian news horror…”
On Aug 28, 2025 by Ljeonida Mulabazi
“A24 needs to check themselves before they wreck themselves”: Fans of indie film react to news that the studio is launching an AI division
“They’re going to drive away their best talent.”
A man asks, “Is it okay to be over 18 and still have extremely nerdy hobbies?” Social media overwhelmingly replies with their own nerdy collections
“People who cling to their maturity over their interests lead boring, miserable lives.”
On Jul 24, 2025 by Anna Good
“Women are feral over Tom Hiddleston while exactly zero of us are attracted to Thor”: Superman has spawned “male gaze” vs “female gaze” discourse on social media
The hot takes are flowing, and no one is safe.
On Jul 21, 2025 by Anna Good
“You are a disgrace”: Calls for a Sesame Street puppet to “resign” follow Elmo’s X account hack
“The most insane people online are treating Elmo like he’s a real guy.”
On Jul 16, 2025 by Lindsey Weedston
“What is the point of this show”: First photo of Nick Frost in full Hagrid mode fails to impress Harry Potter fans
“They’re literally not even changing the style guide.”
On Jul 15, 2025 by Lindsey Weedston
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