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‘Being an ally is not a part-time job’: Taylor Swift faces criticism for dating Matty Healy, who has a history of racist remarks

Healy has made sexist and racist comments about Ice Spice, performed a Nazi salute onstage, and joked about watching racist porn.

On May 16, 2023 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘I cannot imagine having an eating disorder themed wedding’: TikToker’s video of what she ate at her wedding sparks criticism

The menu included sugar-free cake and anti-bloating pills.

On May 15, 2023 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘The man cannot handle a single speck of criticism’: TikToker calls out Simu Liu—and he responds to it

A repost led to the actor sharing it with his 3 million followers.

On May 10, 2023 by Michelle Jaworski

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Men get roasted after calling women’s workout clothing ‘lingerie’

People weren't having it.

On May 3, 2023 by Michelle Jaworski

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Why Wes Anderson fans hate this AI-generated ‘Star Wars’ video

Viral on TikTok and Twitter, this Wes Anderson/'Star Wars' mash-up sparked a debate over AI cinema.

On May 1, 2023 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Sofia Richie is being made the face of leveling up to marry rich—despite coming from wealth

'Do TikTok white women realize that Sofia Richie’s father is Lionel Richie.'

On May 1, 2023 by Michelle Jaworski

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Videos of Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell’s chemistry spark discourse and speculation

'I feel like i’m interrupting something.'

On Apr 25, 2023 by Michelle Jaworski

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Hydration TikTok is delightfully weird—but some of the reactions to it are unhinged

'Just drink WATER.'

On Apr 18, 2023 by Siobhan Ball

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The social reactions make ‘Love Is Blind’ a hit

Scrolling through TikTok without seeing LIB skits and reactions is near impossible.

On Apr 14, 2023 by Tiffany Kelly

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The early 2000s were not that ‘chill’—despite nostalgic videos

A tweet launched a discourse about how 'chill' it was to actually be a teenager at that time. 

On Apr 8, 2023 by Tiffany Kelly

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‘Begging for an advertisement in every aspect of your life oh, we are sick in the head’: Tweet complaining there’s not enough brand placement in ‘Barbie’ gets ratioed

The foot shot got a lot of reactions.

On Apr 6, 2023 by Michelle Jaworski

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‘John Wick’s not a family movie’: Zachary Levi is urging people to see ‘Shazam: Fury of the Gods’ and counter negative reviews

He took to Instagram Live to urge people to see his film.

On Mar 27, 2023 by Michelle Jaworski

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Why Sofia Coppola’s daughter accidentally went viral on TikTok

There’s a lot to say about why Romy’s TikTok resonated with people.

On Mar 25, 2023 by Tiffany Kelly

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Chloë Bailey is getting slut-shamed for her ‘Swarm’ sex scene

Some viewers seemed to be under the impression the actors involved in the scene actually had sex.

On Mar 20, 2023 by Michelle Jaworski

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What the Selena vs. Hailey discourse shows us about internet fandom

The discourse has spilled out into the mainstream media, with several publications covering the alleged feud. 

On Mar 11, 2023 by Tiffany Kelly

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