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Onyx the Fortuitous and Talisman of Souls: Promising a Spooktacular Spectacle
  • 29th Aug 2023

Onyx the Fortuitous and Talisman of Souls: Promising a Spooktacular Spectacle

Onyx the Fortuitous, a popular TikTok character, is making his big-screen debut in a horror movie set to release in time for Halloween. The film, which screened at Sundance, has shades of Ernest Scared Stupid and Pee-wee's Big Adventure. With over a million followers on TikTok, there are plenty of fans ready to see Onyx on the big screen. The trailer looks promising, and the film follows Onyx as he joins his idol for a ritual that quickly goes awry. The movie stars Andrew Bowser, Jeffrey Combs, Olivia Taylor Dudley, and Barbara Crampton.

Billie Eilish Explores 'Although Enjoyment' TikTok Memes
  • 28th Aug 2023

Billie Eilish Explores 'Although Enjoyment' TikTok Memes

Billie Eilish's song "What Was I Made For?" has become a TikTok sensation, with a meme about the lyrics going viral. Eilish referenced the meme during a recent concert and even duetted with the content creator who started it.

  • 20th Aug 2023

"Meet Oliver Anthony: 'Rich Men North of Richmond' Hits Global Chart Summit"

Oliver Anthony's viral hit "Rich Men North of Richmond" has taken the country music world by storm, reaching No. 1 on Apple Music's charts. The song, which criticizes wealthy legislators, has also gained support from Republicans. Anthony, a relatively unknown musician, has been shocked by the success and attention he has received. The song resonates with working-class Americans and has been praised for its honest lyrics.

Gwen Stefani's Son, Kingston, Showcases Musical Talent at Blake Shelton's Bar
  • 15th Aug 2023

Gwen Stefani's Son, Kingston, Showcases Musical Talent at Blake Shelton's Bar

Kingston Rossdale, the 17-year-old son of Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale, surprised locals by performing at a bar owned by his stepfather, Blake Shelton. A TikTok video of the performance went viral, showcasing Kingston's talent and confidence on stage. The evening also featured performances by Stefani and Shelton, who met on The Voice and got married in 2021.

Taylor Swift shares sweet moment with Kobe Bryant's daughter
  • 4th Aug 2023

Taylor Swift shares sweet moment with Kobe Bryant's daughter

Taylor Swift made headlines during her Los Angeles concert by gifting her hat to Bianka Bryant, daughter of late basketball star Kobe Bryant. The heartwarming moment went viral on social media. Swift also gave $55 million in bonuses to her Eras Tour crew, including truck drivers.

Shaka Hislop, ex-Premier League goalkeeper, collapses during live TV appearance
  • 24th Jul 2023

Shaka Hislop, ex-Premier League goalkeeper, collapses during live TV appearance

Former West Ham goalkeeper Shaka Hislop collapsed while covering a match between Real Madrid and AC Milan in California. The 54-year-old was working as an analyst for ESPN when he appeared unwell and fell to the ground. Hislop was conscious and talking after receiving medical attention. Temperatures in California were around 30C at the time. Hislop played for West Ham, Newcastle, and Trinidad and Tobago.

Student Exposes Scandal Leading to Resignation of Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne
  • 21st Jul 2023

Student Exposes Scandal Leading to Resignation of Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne

Stanford University President, Marc Tessier-Lavigne, has resigned following allegations of research misconduct. The allegations, first reported by a student newspaper, questioned the integrity of Tessier-Lavigne's research and his failure to address errors. While a report released by the university's board of trustees confirmed some of the allegations, it did not agree with the newspaper's claims of potential research fraud. Tessier-Lavigne, who had a successful career as a neuroscientist and fundraiser, joined Stanford in 2016 and helped raise billions of dollars for the university. Richard Saller, a Stanford classics professor, will serve as interim president.

Meet Daniella Hemsley, the adult performer gaining widespread attention for her daring act of flashing at a boxing event
  • 16th Jul 2023

Meet Daniella Hemsley, the adult performer gaining widespread attention for her daring act of flashing at a boxing event

Boxing influencer Daniella Hemsley gained attention for flashing her breasts after winning a match, but her rise to fame began on TikTok where she shared fitness content. She later joined OnlyFans and was approached by Kingpyn Boxing to participate in their tournaments for social media stars. Hemsley's victory in the recent match was her first win, and she is currently dating fellow influencer and boxer Akonne Wanliss. She shared that her weight loss journey and social media platform have allowed her to inspire others.

Instagram Introduces Threads App, a Concern for Musk's Twitter
  • 6th Jul 2023

Instagram Introduces Threads App, a Concern for Musk's Twitter

Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has launched Threads, a new text-based app that aims to compete with Twitter. The app allows users to post text and links, reply to messages, and repost content from others. Users can also port over their existing follower lists and account names from Instagram. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg stated that there should be a public conversations app with over 1 billion users, and that Twitter has failed to achieve this. Threads is built on the same ActivityPub social-networking protocol as Mastodon, allowing users to interact with a wider community beyond Instagram in the future.

Viral TikTok Trend of Horror-Like Videos Sparked by McDonald's Grimace Shake Promotion
  • 28th Jun 2023

Viral TikTok Trend of Horror-Like Videos Sparked by McDonald's Grimace Shake Promotion

McDonald's purple Grimace shakes have sparked a viral trend on TikTok, with users creating videos that resemble horror movies. The #GrimaceShake hashtag has garnered over 628 million views, as people film themselves pretending to pass out after drinking the shake. While the fast food chain may not have anticipated this reaction, it highlights the extent to which people enjoy engaging with brands, according to a marketing expert. The trend was triggered by McDonald's launch of the Grimace shake to celebrate the birthday of Grimace, the company's mascot.

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