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TikToker baffled at speeding ticket for driving “at safe speed” TikTok: Taysir AbuhamdehThe Pennsylvania State Police have issued a citation to a TikToker for speeding, despite the fact they were driving their vehicle at a “safe speed.” Whether you’ve been driving for decades or have passed your test recently, following road laws will always be your top priority. For TikToker Taysir Abuhamdeh aka @ba**ardputo, their patience and attention to road safety has gotten them into trouble with the Pennsylvania State Police. Rather than getting a ticket for aggressively breaking the speed limit, Abuhamdeh was simply driving far too safely. Pennsylvania State Police’s citations cause TikToker to be wildly “confused” Abuhamdeh began his rundown of two strange encounters by saying “what the f*** is going on in Pennsylvania bro?” The TikToker’s first car ride was seemingly normal until he got “pulled over by a state trooper in Pennsylvania, who gives me a citation” and was advised “to look it up in 10 days.” Rather than getting the citation in person, the TikToker waited to receive a verdict from the Pennsylvania State Police in the mail, which addressed the charge as “driving on the roadways laned for traffic.” However, the over $100 fine for this incident was the least of his worries, as his second citation charged him for “driving vehicle at safe speed.” “For real though is this legit? I’m confused AF man. What do I do?” said the TikToker. Click here if the TikTok doesn’t load “What the f*** is this? I’ve got to pay $150 for driving a vehicle at a safe speed?” The sheer absurdity of the citation has TikTok commenters just as puzzled too, with @frogeman420 saying “how dare you obey the law?” However, others have been far more critical of Abuhamdeh’s actions for his first citation, with @ceemitch96 adding “First one you did an unsafe lane change. Second one, you were driving at a speed which was hazardous for the conditions.” Another echoed this comment too: “PA lists the laws you were violating as the citations. Meaning you were speeding and either swerving or driving in the meridian lmao.” Since these separate incidents, the TikToker has been pulled over again, but it remains to be seen what action has been taken for driving at a “safe speed.”

TikToker backflips after claiming boyfriend forehead tattoo was real: “Not a real tattoo” TikTok: Ana StanskovskyTikToker Ana Stanskovsky has revealed that the viral video of getting her boyfriend’s name tattooed on her forehead is in fact fake, stating that her reasoning for fooling the whole internet was to raise “tattoo awareness.” Last week, Dexerto reported on a viral TikTok going around the internet in which content creator Ana Stanskovsky revealed she got a tattoo of her boyfriend’s name on her forehead. The original video, which now has over 32 million views on the platform, has been the topic of major discussion online. Largely surrounding the idea of tattoos and whether it is ever a good idea to get your partner’s name inked on your body, especially on your forehead. In the reveal video, Stanskovsky defended her choice, stating how: “I know it’s a little bit crazy. I know it’s a little bit of what if, and what if we break up and all of this stuff…but I like to express my feelings and I think, if you really love someone, you should be able to show it off.” Days after, a celebrity tattoo artist named Kevin Paul, who has worked on tattoos for Rhianna, Ed Sheeran, and others, called out the TikToker. Claiming that the tattoo is “100% fake” and “drawn on with a pen.” Now however, Stanskovsky has come clean, revealing in a new TikTok that the forehead tattoo of her boyfriend’s name is in fact, fake. “I regret my tattoo,” began Stanskovksy in a new TikTok video that already has over 15 million views. “The video of me getting my boyfriend’s name tattooed on my forehead went viral. All of the big social media platforms, newspapers, and radio stations were talking about it. And all I want to say is I regret my tattoo, but not this one, because this one is actually not a real tattoo.” The content creator then explained why she chose to deceive her viewers, stating that “the reason why I tricked the whole internet is that I have a message to the young people and all of the people who want to get covered in tattoos. “I want everyone to know that I regret my tattoos and you might regret yours when you get older. And as a person fully covered in tattoos I feel like this is my responsibility to speak up, share my experience.” She then ended the video by explaining how, “If I influence people, I want to influence people in the right way.” For all the latest entertainment news and updates, be sure to check out Dexerto’s full coverage here.

TikToker Axel Webber responds to criticism after meeting David Dobrik YouTube: VIEWSPopular TikToker Axel Webber has responded to critical comments he received after revealing he met with David Dobrik and the rest of the Vlog Squad. Axel Webber has gone viral on TikTok over the last few months as he detailed his life in New York, with a focus on his extremely small “shoebox” sized apartment. Since then, his dedicated fans have gone as far as bombarding Julliard’s social media accounts after the performing arts school denied his application. On March 22, fans began leaving negative comments after Axel revealed he had met up with David Dobrik, prompting the TikToker to respond with another video that has gone viral. Axel Webber responds to negative comments regarding David Dobrik After sharing the news with his TikTok fans, they began leaving comments like, “I would have met someone else,” and, “I can’t believe his management thought this was a good move.” Just a day later, Axel responded to the negative comments with another video. He said: “As you might know, I got to meet David Dobrik and the entire Vlog squad last week and it was the greatest time of my life. “Then I see comments like these on the last post. I really really wish we could have shared that moment together. It was a dream come true to me, and it still is. I just wish you guys were as stoked about it as I was.” (Click here if TikTok doesn’t load) Maintaining his positivity, Axel went on to mention that if his fans ever do something they want to share — he’ll be there for them. He said: “You get to have your opinions and I get to have mine. That’s what makes it cool.” In response, his fans took to his comments to explain that they are just afraid that Axel might get mixed up with “the wrong crowd.” David Dobrik and his crew have been in the spotlight since 2021 when controversy regarding the Vlog Squad led to them taking a hiatus from creating content.

TikToker Baby Grace goes viral after claiming her ex got his sister pregnant TikTok: bbyyygraceTikTok creator ‘bbyyygrace’ has gone viral on the platform after she made some wild claims about her ex-partner, including him allegedly impregnating his younger sister. There have been some mind-blowing stories and claims spread across TikTok that have left viewers in shock, helped propel their creators to fame, or even resulted in police involvement. Just some of these viral stories include a creator who filmed a couple supposedly trying to break into her home because of a road rage incident, a woman who found out her boyfriend was her brother, and another who claimed she had to have surgery due to her vibrator getting stuck. Now, TikToker ‘bbyyygrace‘ (A.K.A Baby Grace) has similarly made waves on the app after she made some wild and very serious accusations against her ex-partner. TikToker claims ex impregnated sister On September 12, Grace posted a video in which she called out her ex-partner ‘Curtis’, and accused him of getting his girlfriend pregnant at an illegally young age. She claimed: “Ain’t you 22 living with your 16-year-old baby mama in her grandma’s house, huh? Stealing your mother’s food stamp card, huh? No card, no apartment, no nothing. You ain’t got sh*t.” Although, she mainly wanted to hit out at him for allegedly getting his girlfriend pregnant when she was just 13 years old. However, before that, Grace claimed that he also “got [his] sister pregnant when she was 12.” As the clip went on to receive 16.3 million views as of writing, TikTok users were astounded by the accusations with many urging the TikToker to “call the police ASAP” because, as one claimed, “this is surely a case.” The next day, she posted a follow-up video in which she clarified that she didn’t know any of this supposed information while she was with Curtis. She also made some other disturbing accusations claiming she broke up with him because he was a “domestic abuser.” It’s unclear whether any of the accusations are under police investigation, as of writing. However, many are still calling on the TikToker to bring her claims to the authorities.

TikToker Avani Reyes mocked after “copying” Gorilla Glue Girl for clout TikTok: avanireyesA TikToker has been mocked for appearing to copy the original “Gorilla Glue Girl” incident for clout, after going through her own similar styling crisis. [jwplayer ZXB9LNVP] Tessica Brown, know better known as the “Gorilla Glue Girl”, went viral on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter in early February after uploading a video of her explaining how she used Gorilla Glue spray instead of normal hairspray, showing off the disastrous results. The internet blew the video up: in less than 24 hours, it reached over 5 million views and 1.4 million likes on TikTok. Now, after a GoFundMe campaign, she’s been to a hospital in Los Angeles for surgery to get it fixed. However, just days after the phenomenon, TikToker Avani Reyes, who has almost half a million followers, appeared to go through the exact same thing. Posting several videos to TikTok, Avani panicked about the gorilla glue she had put in her hair, saying “I have no idea what to do, I’ve tried washing it, it doesn’t come off,” and even filmed herself having a panic attack, and going to the emergency room at the hospital. After trying and failing to remove the glue with coconut oil, Avani said she had decided to start a GoFundMe to raise money for surgery in LA, with one user allegedly donating $3,000 according to a comment. While there is currently no trace of the campaign on Avani’s social media, she claimed she had raised enough to fix her hair. However, commenters were quick to accuse Avani of putting glue in her hair as a stunt to get views or money, something Tessica herself was also accused of. One person wrote “We don’t feel sorry for you,” while another added, “It’s the clout-chasing for me.” Several others also accused Avani of doing it on purpose and wasting the time of nurses and doctors during a global health crisis. Meanwhile, the incident has somehow become a trend on TikTok with many attempting to disprove the effectiveness of Gorilla Glueas or, conversely raising awareness of the dangers that come with using the adhesive on your body to deter people from doing it.

Avrey Ovard goes viral on TikTok for rejecting “abusive” guy at the gym Instagram: avreyovardInfluencer Avrey Ovard has blown up on TikTok for exposing a man who hit on her at the gym. The content creator posted the video on August 15, calling for men to “leave women alone” in the caption. 19-year-old Avrey has a pretty substantial platform. With almost 1 million YouTube subscribers and over 100,000 TikTok followers, its easy to see why she’s using her influence for good. The social media sensation rarely posts videos of her fitness journey. During her August 15 vlog, however, she decided to let her subscribers know “how I transformed my body.” Avrey removed all audio from the gym segment on her YouTube video, instead inserting her own narration. While explaining what happened, she stated she’d “never… been hit on in the gym” before. She described the culprit as an “old man” and said, “I couldn’t stop thinking why is (he) talking to me?” Topic starts at 3:04 The gym clip went viral after Avrey posted it on TikTok Avrey claimed in the caption that the “older man” was in his “forties.” In the TikTok, she left in the original audio for her followers to hear exactly what was said. Read More: Valkyrae’s Twitch channel can’t be found – The man approached her, asking “are you taking a video?” He later gestured for the influencer to take her AirPods out, before “talking about something [I don’t care] about.” Avery stated she was trying to “look down at (her) phone” the whole time. He then said he wanted to “get her number… for dinner.” When Avery turned him down, insisting that she was “too young” for him, the man claimed he was “too rich” for her anyway. Fans rushed to Avrey’s defense Avrey’s TikTok followers questioned the man’s conduct within the comments. “Why can men not handle rejection,” one user commented. “He had to be abusive the second he got rejected,” said another. Others called for the man to be held accountable for his actions. “Saying you’re too young held him accountable,” one follower commented. “Half the time we say we have boyfriends and they still push for our numbers.” Some commenters found in favor of the man. “She didn’t need to be rude to him,” one user exclaimed. “He didn’t do anything wrong,” said another. “He just saw a cute girl and shot his shot!” The YouTube video currently stands at 80,000 views, with the TikTok racking up over double the amount. Check out Avrey’s account for more content.

TikToker attacked after parking in “reserved” spot by woman who doesn’t own a car TikTok / AlliexblueOne TikToker was left in shock after she was attacked by a woman after pulling over in ‘reserved’ parking spot. Allie, otherwise known as @alliexblue on Tiktok took to the social media platform to record her story regarding the assault with tearful and shaken words. She told her audience how she was punched in the face by a woman who claimed to pay for the parking spot she had parked her car in. She explains that she “pulled over and put [her] hazards on right in front of [her] building” to get her laundry and must have only been “away from my car for 30 seconds” before a woman approached her. Instantly Allie explains that the woman was hostile, claiming the tiktoker “can’t park there and that these were permit spots that she pays for”. Allie goes on to describe how she apologized and attempted to get into her car, only to have the door slammed by the woman in question. The matter escalated and Allie expressed her gratefulness that “there was a ton of people around [who] started recording” the incident. She goes on to explain that she “was trying to explain to her that I was just going to leave and I spit a little bit like I was talking, and a little spit came out of my mouth. She was like, ‘You spit on me,’ and she just open-hand punched me.” The shocking event was quickly stopped by passers-by and Allie praised “these two wonderful women [who] jumped in and stood up for me” and took care of the situation. She ends the video by sharing that after a conversation with the police, it “turns out that those spots that she was so mad about that she paid for were expired for about three years” and that she didn’t even own a car in the first place. Allie pressed charges after the perpetrator fled but a follow-up TikTok explains that the Police cannot find them and will likely not be able to continue with the charge. It also expresses her gratitude and the support of the women who helped her initially as they checked in on her and are helping bring the woman to the police. Allie ends her follow-up by projecting her fear to live in her apartment again or seeing the woman, showing just how much of an impact the event has had on her daily life.

TikToker asks date to pay back for Chipotle as there won’t be second date TIKTOK: bigetheinsuranceguyA TikToker went viral after asking his Hinge date to pay him back for her Chipotle order since they won’t be going on a second date. Content creator, Elijah, known on TikTok as Big E the Insurance Guy, shared a video of him calling a girl he went on a date to Chipotle with, asking her to Venmo him the amount of her meal. “This past weekend I went on a Hinge date to Chipotle and I paid for this girl’s burrito,” Elijah said in the viral video with over 393,000 views. “She got steak and guac in it, but we’re not going on a second date so I’m gonna call her and see if she will pay me back for it.” Elijah then called the date and recorded the audio for his 90,000 followers. “Hey Lucy, Elijah from Goodman Family Insurance and Chipotle this past Saturday. How’re you doing?” he asked after she picked up the phone. “So listen, I was thinking about this past weekend, and when we went to Chipotle, I paid for your burrito which you got steak and guac for which, you know, is fine,” he said. He continued, “but since we established we’re not going on a second date, I was wondering if maybe I could text you my Venmo and you could just kinda pay me back for that meal.” Elijah then pulls out the receipt, while Lucy says, “Uhh, yeah, I mean I guess.” “Appreciate it Lucy. Yours was roughly like $13 — it was a little over that but I’m cool with 13,” he said reading the receipt. “OK, yeah I guess I can do that,” she concluded. “Awesome, I’ll Venmo…I’ll text you my Venmo now,” Elijah said, before thanking her and ending the call. Viewers divided over TikToker asking date to pay back for Chipotle In the comments section of the video, he added, “I’m not proud of this but money is tight right now.” TikTok users had mixed responses in the comments, with some believing it was all a joke. “Probably will be a second date now after she saw you were in fact a decision maker,” one person joked. “Cost of doing business brother. Write it off,” another quipped. “Bro got a refund,” a user commented. “There hasn’t been a second date in his lifetime,” someone else wrote. Others were unsure what to believe, hoping Elijah’s situation wasn’t real. “Please tell me I’m dreaming … please,” one person wrote. “No way he did this,” another commented. “Can someone tell me if the other people are in on this or if it’s real? I genuinely can’t tell lol,” a third user wrote. This wouldn’t be the first time that someone’s been asked to pay back for their meal after a failed first date. Earlier this month, a TikToker went viral after her date sent her an invoice for £28 to cover the cost of her meal.

TikToker assaulted, diagnosed with brain tumor & run over by car on way to hospital TikTok: NotAlliAliceeTikToker and actress Alli McLaren has had a few unlucky moments, having been assaulted, diagnosed with a broken jaw and a brain tumor, and most recently she was hit by a car. With over a billion users on TikTok, some of the most viral videos detail wild stories from creators from around the world. Alli McLaren, recently learned this after uploading a video in January detailing the things she’s been through over the last few years. Beginning with an assault by a homeless person in LA and ending with being hit by a car, her story has attracted almost two million views in the weeks since. “Unlucky” TikToker reveals the wild things she’s gone through Alli, who moved to LA from Australia to become an actress over a decade ago, shared her story in a video on TikTok, explaining that she “can’t catch a break.” “I was randomly walking in LA back to work and got punched in the face by a homeless person [which] broke my jaw and then I had to get jaw surgery to fix it,” she explained. “My immune system was super weak and I ended up getting an infection and pneumonia. When I had pneumonia I was super light headed and I fell and hit my head [which] led to a brain injury.” Alli then revealed that the brain injury led to them discovering a tumor in her brain, and was prescribed radiation treatment to get it fully removed. “And then when I was walking to my radiation treatment the other day at the hospital, I was in front of the hospital when I was hit by a car.” Fans quickly flooded the comments with support for the creator and shared their thoughts on the situation. She appears to be healing just fine after the most recent accident, continuing to upload videos almost daily. For more TikTok news and other viral stories, head over to our hub.

TikToker arrested after sleeping on pillow in middle of busy Dubai road TWITTER: AlAliaLanjawiA TikToker got arrested after holding up traffic by sleeping on a pillow in the middle of a busy road in Dubai. In a viral TikTok video that has now been deleted, a man was seen laying down on a pillow in the middle of a busy intersection in Dubai, as cars were honking at him for holding up traffic. The unknown man was laying at the Salah Al Din Street in Al Muraqabbat, Deira, and was heard saying that he is not afraid of dying anymore, whereas he is terrified of dying in a foreign land. “I’m not scared of dying, but scared to die in a foreign land,” he said in the shocking video, as he rested comfortably on the road, while putting his own life and the lives of others at risk. The clip of the incident was shared to multiple social media platforms, including Twitter, where it currently has almost 80,000 views. TikToker gets arrested by Dubai Police On October 4, the police in Dubai arrested the unnamed man, and he was apprehended on Salah Al Din Street in Al Muraqabbat. Dubai Police also took to Twitter, to warn that anyone who takes such actions in the UAE will find themselves in jail as well as with a hefty fine. The force added a relevant article of the law, which the unknown man was breaching. “According to article 399 of the Federal Penal Code No 31 of 2021, anyone who deliberately commits an act that would endanger the life, health, and security of people, will be sentenced to imprisonment and a fine,” the force wrote on Twitter. The Dubai Police did not disclose any details about the man’s identity, but urged people to report such incidents on the official apps run by the authorities.

TikToker arrested after posting video of motorcycle chase after fleeing police Facebook: Clayton County Police DepartmentA TikToker was arrested in Clayton County for resisting arrest and leading police on a high-speed chase after they investigated the suspect’s social media, where they allegedly uploaded a video of the incident. The suspect had initially escaped the police on his motorcycle, averaging more than 100 miles per hour while weaving through other cars. He then uploaded the video of himself driving and on the run from the police. According to the Clayton County Police Department’s Facebook page, “After hearing about the chase, Lieutenant Reimers began searching social media and was able to locate video on TikTok and Youtube that appeared to be recorded by the suspect during the pursuit.” Reimers noticed the motorcycle in question, which was a modified version of a 2022 Triumph Street Triple RS, which is supposedly quite a rare bike. The lieutenant then used the information and checked for registered vehicles, and found the only one registered in Shangrila Circle in Riverdale, Georgia. Lieutenant Reimers continued his investigation, discovering more photos of the suspect’s vehicle on various social media platforms, and shared his findings with Georgia State Patrol. Liuetenant Reimers and the Georgia State Patrol Trooper went to the address, and talked to the suspect in question. Faced with the evidence, the suspect ultimately admitted to his crimes, and twelve arrest warrants were obtained. The original TikTok account of the motorcyclist was not disclosed, but footage of the chase can be seen on the Clayton County Police Department’s Facebook page. The social media account of the Police Department celebrated Lietenant Reimer’s efforts. “Without the diligent efforts of Lieutenant Reimers to go above and beyond the call of duty, it is highly likely that the offender would not have been identified and he could have continued to endanger the citizens of Clayton County.”

TikToker apologizes for controversial “random act of kindness” video TIKTOK: LIFEOFHARRISONA TikToker recently apologized after his “random act of kindness” video sparked backlash. The 22-year-old content creator, whose real name is Harrison Pawluk, went viral after posting controversial video which has gained over 64 million views on TikTok. The video shows Hawluk handing a stranger a bouquet of flowers at a food court, asking the woman to hold them while he puts on a jacket. He later tells the woman to “have a nice day” before he walks away, leaving her stunned. TikTok “random act of kindness” controversy When the video, which is captioned “I hope this makes her day better” was first posted on TikTok, it was mostly perceived positively. “My heart! That made her feel so good and it looks like she might have needed it” one user wrote. Another wrote “When she started crying i couldn’t hold it back.” But not long after the video started blowing up on the social media app, the woman, Maree, shared her thoughts about the viral clip. “These artificial things are not random acts of kindness” she says. “It’s the patronising assumption that… older women will be thrilled by some random stranger giving them flowers.” Maree says she initially didn’t “think much of it” when the video went viral, but she later felt “dehumanized” and “like a clickbait” when reports described her as “an elderly woman” with a “heartbreaking tale.” Following Maree’s comments, users are now calling out the TikToker for exploiting strangers for views. “Exploitation king” one user wrote. Another commented “If you record yourself doing a selfless deed, is it really ALL that selfless?” “So men really can never just leave women in peace huh, no matter how old we get.” a user wrote, gaining hundreds of likes. Harrison Pawluk’s apology over controversial video TikToker Pawluk has now apologized to Maree, although he refuses to take the video down. “Maree I apologise for what has happened and I would love to be able to owe you a coffee and to be able to get you a bouquet of flowers that are more to your taste” he says. Pawluk, whose videos boasts millions of views, stresses that he only makes videos with good intentions. “I know my true intentions and I know that if I can inspire even 1 percent of the people that watch my content to go out there and do something good, I have done something that I believe is good for the world.” He pointed out that he’s not targeting elderly women, as his content includes a wider range of demographics. “The person that I look for in a video is just someone that I believe is going to appreciate the gesture.” The TikToker continues to post “random acts of kindness” videos to his 3.2 million followers.

TikToker arrested after driving “free candy” van to get police attention TikTok/gagnepowerA Canadian TikToker has been arrested for allegedly committing “false crimes” in order to grow his follower count. TikTokers are going to great extremes to boost their popularity by walking into strangers’ houses and making threatening remarks to random people all in the name of content. However, these controversial videos have a tendency to land viral creators in hot water and that’s exactly what happened to Gatineau, Quebec man Anthony Gagne after he drove around in a van giving out “free candy.” According to police, ‘gagnepower’ was arrested after police stumbled across his TikTok account after receiving a tip and found several videos trying to get the attention of cops. Man arrested for committing “false crimes” to grow TikTok In a press release, Gatineau police explained how their investigation began when they received a complaint about Gagne driving a van with the words “free candy” painted on it to attract children. “Following this complaint, the SPVG had to open an investigation during which the police identified several videos featuring Anthony Gagne who simulated crimes in order to have the visit of various police services, including the FBI,” they said. In another of his videos, Gagne put on a black balaclava and carried a hammer toward a bank at night time, pretending to rob it. Despite the police meeting with Gagne, he continued to make videos and the authorities found he had been doing so since 2021, amassing over 500,000 followers on TikTok. On July 5, the cops searched his home discovering numerous electronic items in addition to a gas mask, a balaclava, fake blood, and a vehicle rental contract. He was charged with attempted public mischief. As part of his release, he is prohibited from uploading content to social media, including YouTube. His TikTok account, meanwhile, has been purged. “Gestures or words spoken on social networks are not without consequence. Whether the police are incited virtually or in-person to launch an investigation under a false pretext is a crime,” the police warned others not to follow in Gagne’s footsteps.

TikTok star Anthony Barajas passes after several days on life support Instagram/TikTok: itsanthonymichaelPolice and family have confirmed that TikTok star Anthony Barajas has sadly passed after several days on life support since he was shot in a movie theatre on July 27. His companion, 18-year-old Rylee Goodrich, also died in the shooting. At such a young age, Anthony charmed almost one million people with his lifestyle-based TikTok content. Talking about everything from families to heartbreak, he quickly developed a loyal fanbase. The TikToker was shot during a recent showing of ‘The Forever Purge’ in Corona, California. Theater employee Kailyn Dillon said none of the staff members present at the time “heard the gunshot.” Police have not yet stated the suspected motive of the shooting, or whether it was a targeted attack. Barajas had spent several days on life support following the shooting, with friends like iHeartMedia reporter Malik Earnest urging witnesses to come forward if they had any information. It was confirmed on July 31, a few days after that the attack, that the TikToker had passed away in hospital. “We extend our thoughts and condolences to his family and friends,” the department said in a statement. My friend, Anthony Barajas, 19, is on life support after he and a friend were shot in a movie theater in Corona, California. Rylee Goodrich, 18, died on scene. You never really expect a loved one could fall victim to gun violence, despite its ongoing prevalence in our nation. pic.twitter.com/vhmX3J5I9H — Malik Earnest (@MalikEarnest) July 28, 2021 Anthony’s mom, Julie Barajas, has set up a GoFundMe in his name. She said: “there are tough times ahead. Please donate to our medical funds.” While speaking of her son, Julie emphasized: “Anthony was the light of so many people’s lives.” Fans reacted to news of the shooting “My heart is breaking. Rest in peace Anthony Barajas.” one fan of the TikTok star said on Twitter. My heart is breaking. Rest in peace Anthony Barajas. You were only 19 and too young to die at a movie screening of The Forever Purge in Corona, California. #GoneTooSoonhttps://t.co/DIiL26cwHl — Shani Harris (@shanikharris) August 1, 2021 “Please donate to my best friend’s family as they are going through a horrible tragedy,” Tweeted a family friend before sharing the GoFundMe. Please donate to my best friends family as they are going through a horrible tragedy❤️ anything helps! Anthony Barajas https://t.co/eCOLCRYXRL — bri (@briannapearsonn) July 28, 2021 ‘Vampire Diaries’ actor Daniel Newman sent condolences to the star. “So sad and terrible,” he said. https://twitter.com/DanielNewman/status/1420403002528124928?s=20 Several hundred fans gathered outside the movie theater where the shooting took place shortly after the passing of the star. Several hundred gathering outside the #Corona movie theater where #RyleeGoodrich & #AnthonyBarajas were gunned down. The emotional vigil coming just hours after Barajas was taken off life support. Hear from their heartbroken friends at 11pm @ABC7 pic.twitter.com/xsOk09GGDm— Leanne Suter (@abc7leanne) August 1, 2021 Joseph Jimenez has been charged with the shooting On June 29, 20-year-old Joseph Jimenez was arrested in connection with the shooting. According to CNN, police searched the suspect’s El Cerrito home and found a firearm which “matched the weapon used in the murder.” The suspect was charged with the murder of Rylee Goodrich, as well as the attempted murder of the TikTok star. He’s currently being held on $2 million bail. As far as the police are aware, he acted alone. Check out Anthony’s TikTok for wholesome lifestyle content.

TikToker apologizes after heated gym argument goes viral TikTok: @abatethegeneral1/ brithebaddie_2TikTok creator ‘brithebaddie_2’ has shared her side of the story after a viral video showing a woman approacing her in the gym accusing her of trying to flirt with her partner took over social media. TikTokers have managed to capture some intense moments in their videos thanks to their speedy filming skills and subsequently gone viral. Sometimes these clips can involve angry customers hitting out at restaurant workers or, on occasions, even show dramatic full-blown fist fights. Luckily it didn’t it get that far for TikToker brithebaddie_2 when a fellow gym user claimed she was trying to catch her boyfriend’s attention. TikTok gym argument goes viral On August 14, a TikTok video featuring Bri began circulating on Twitter in which she was working out in the gym when a stranger approached her making some bizarre accusations. She claimed she was feeling suspicious after Bri “slowed down” as she picked up weights in front of her boyfriend. Then Bri supposedly “wiped [her] butt” in a suggestive way. “I just want you to look at it from my perspective,” the woman claimed as Bri looked on in shock. “I hear you and I apologize because it sounds like you don’t even know what I’m talking about.” After the clip, Bri went into further detail about the confrontation. She explained: “For one, I wipe my shorts all the time. All the gym girlies who really lift know you’ve got to wipe your hands. Two, the reason I’m probably picking up these weights slowly is because that sh*t is heavy.” TikTok users rallied behind Bri claiming that it was the stranger’s boyfriend who was at fault. As one viewer claimed: “The funny thing is he was really the one noticing. He prob got caught looking and made a whole story up. What in the insecurity.” Click here if the TikTok doesn’t load In a follow-up video, Bri shared her shock at the “audacity” of her accuser, but said she didn’t want to escalate the confrontation with a fight as the woman was “not worth [her] energy.” She warned her fellow female gym users to “just be careful” around similar situations.

TikToker Anna Shumate responds after being accused of supporting racist comments Instagram: annashumateeAnna Shumate has responded after coming under fire for allegedly liking and making racist comments on a secondary TikTok account, and although some fans are calling it ‘dark humor,’ others think there’s nothing funny about it. Anna Shumate has more than 10 million followers on TikTok, and it’s all thanks to her viral videos. They’ve been liked almost 550 million times, and the numbers keep on rising. However, some fans believe she crossed the line after allegedly liking and making racist comments on a secondary TikTok account, which is known to be hers. The comment she allegedly wrote herself, which is getting the most attention, was an anti-Semitic ‘joke’ that said, “I like my bacon how I like my Jews. Burnt and crispy.” It’s a clear reference to the atrocities that happened in some concentration camps during World War II. However, she also liked and responded to other crude comments, including some directed towards African-Americans. For example, she liked a comment that said, “I’m not racist. I have an African-American in my family tree. It’s just hanging.” https://twitter.com/defnoodles/status/1388972665822535682?s=20 Since then, the situation snowballed into a heated debate on social media. Some fans think it was nothing more than ‘dark humor.’ In their view, if she deserves to be canceled over it, the same can be said about South Park. However, others claim the comments are too tasteless to be brushed off as ‘dark humor.’ They labeled them disgusting, unfunny, and outright racist. Anna responds to backlash The TikToker uploaded a video shortly after in which she apologized for liking the jokes. “The ones that I liked and commented back to were very unacceptable and wrong in so many ways. And I’m here to say that I’m sorry to everyone that I have affected with that video and those comments,” she said. https://www.tiktok.com/@annabananaxdddd/video/6957877408703761670?lang=en&is_copy_url=0&is_from_webapp=v1&sender_device=pc&sender_web_id=6891581267042141701 Anna continued by saying: “In no way was I trying to be malicious when I made that, I was just trying to make a joke, but that’s no excuse whatsoever.” She then responded to further backlash against her apology on her Instagram story. “Once again I am sorry my apology is not everything you are looking for but I do have a stuttering problem and if I talk too fast I don’t form sentences and lose my words.” She also added: “To the people in my comment section or other comment sections stop calling other people sensitive/snowflakes because this is a very serious topic. I owned up to it because I know what I did was wrong, but to call people snowflakes because they have a problem with what I said is also wrong.” The response to her apology so far has been mixed, but it’s unclear whether the influencer will choose to address the backlash any further.

TikToker Andrea Russett revealed she “failed” rehab and is back in treatment After failing her first rehab treatment, TikToker Andrea Russett has admitted herself into a 60-day facility to take another try at kicking her alcohol addiction. When push came to shove, TikToker Andrea Russett knew what to do to keep herself healthy. After failing her first attempt at rehab for alcohol addiction, Russett has been admitted to a 60-day treatment facility in the desert. Russett claims that although her new treatment plan was a good idea, she is more or less “nervous” about the entire process. Andrea Russett reveals she “failed” her first try at rehab Though Andrea Russett recently attended an outpatient treatment program, meaning she stayed in her own home and traveled to daily treatments three or four times a week, she has since revealed that she “failed miserably” on her first try to become sober. Currently, Russett is in detox at a 60-day holding facility in the desert where she is alone in a room. After she’s done with the first portion of her treatment, her detox program, she will then be given a roommate. However, Russett took to TikTok to express her concerns, stating that she is “nervous” to proceed with her steps. Russett may be apprehensive about the holding facility, but she is also trying to make the best of the experience, staying positive amid her fears. After her first TikTok about going to rehab, Russett was shown moral support from her fans. Perhaps said support rubbed off on her because in Russett’s recent TikTok update, she can be heard saying, “I’m not giving up. It’s ok to fail.” She continued by reassuring her viewers, “What matters is you pick yourself back up.” Russett also expressed her excitement about what the treatment facility offers. Saying that it has “bomba**” food and also a recreational center, a gym, and a pool for those staying there. The entire process is meant to last 60 days. And though we are unsure where Russett will be released after her treatment, fans have taken to TikTok to share their support, saying things like, “You can do it” and “You got this.” With the better portion of her rehab ahead of her, it seemingly appears that there is no other option for Russett right now than to succeed at overcoming her alcohol addiction, as she won’t be allowed to leave until the two months are over. Here is the latest news on Russett’s condition before entering her inpatient rehab program.

TikToker Andrea Russett reveals she’s going to rehab due to addiction struggles YouTube: Andrea RussettTikToker, YouTuber and Influencer Andrea Russett has revealed she will be going to rehab in a now-viral TikTok video, as she gives fans updates about her current situation. The influencer started her video with the “Get Ready With Me” TikTok trend where she announces she is going to rehab. She went on to pause before giving other life updates like chopping her hair off and jokingly says, “The cat’s out of the bag. I’m an addict”. Andrea said she is going to “fully embrace it and make the best of it” instead of feeling shamed or embarrassed. She went on to say the experience might be “sucky” before assuring her followers that it is going to be great because she is going to be sober. Russet also revealed that she was living with her parents for the past month, chopped her hair and got into working out. She further decided on wearing something comfortable for her ‘OOTD’ for the rehab. Fans of Andrea offer support for rehab journey The influencer further expressed how she is trying to make light of it because it’s her coping mechanism. However, she expressed how nervous, scared and uncomfortable she is. Andrea’s followers were supportive of her decision as they took to the comments section of the TikTok and Twitter. Some, however, said they saw this coming 10 years ago. The criticism and harassment that social media brings is not new to her though, as she was previously featured in an episode of the TV show “Catfish”. She came on the show with the help of her fans and wanted to take down the people who were pretending to be her family online. Andrea had even made a TikTok expressing concern over Kim Kardashian and the alleged harassment she faces from her ex, Kanye West. The influencer is well aware of the negative side of social media fame.

TikToker Amber Mezner responds to middle school bullying accusations TikTok: ambermeznerTikTok star Amber Mezner has issued a response after being accused of bullying a former classmate, sparking a viral debate around the influencer. Amber Mezner is a verified creator on TikTok who boasts over 1.3 million followers on the video-sharing app. Mezner is currently at the center of accusations from other users on the platform who claim that she bullied them when they were in school. One of the more prominent allegations comes from TikToker Sunset Makeup, who claims that the influencer told one of her friends to come to her school and punch her in the face. Check out the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals on Amazon. TikTok star Amber Mezner accused of bullying Sunset Makeup also claims that Mezner made fun of her mental health, and even had a “middle school restraining order” against the TikToker, who purportedly went to a high school 20 minutes away and would come to her school to bully her when classes let out. “The principal would stand outside of the school every single day and every time they saw Amber they would have to kick Amber out and tell her to go home so she wouldn’t pick on me,” Sunset Makeup claimed. Since then, several other TikTokers have come forward with accusations of bullying toward Mezner — but Mezner says that none of their allegations are true. The influencer published a video response to the matter, saying that she doesn’t even know Sunset Makeup and claiming that she was also a victim of bullying in her youth. “Literally don’t even know this person,” she wrote in her response video’s caption. “These accusations aren’t true and it’s messed up to completely make up a story. I was bullied all through my school years. I would never put someone down for things that I did myself doesn’t even make sense!” Commenters are currently taking issue with Mezner’s response video, with many viewers finding her claims of not knowing Sunset Makeup unbelievable, as Sunset Makeup showed a screenshot that Mezner was in her phone contacts via TikTok. Mezner has since uploaded another video asking Sunset Makeup for more “proof” of the alleged bullying as accusations continue to fly against the TikToker. This is the latest drama to take over the platform after a bride and groom asked their wedding guests to pay for their own dinner at their reception. If you click on a product link on this page we may earn a small affiliate commission.

TikToker and boyfriend arrested after wave of armed bank robberies TikTok/karinalaiinoA TikToker and Instagram model has been arrested after allegedly helping commit multiple bank robberies alongside her boyfriend. Karina Laino Gomes and her boyfriend Edmilson Souza da Silva were both apprehended by cops in Rio de Janeiro are the authorities figured out how they were pulling off the crimes. Investigators say that Gomes would get victims in the banks to let their guard down and then they would be robbed by another armed member of the crew. Another member would be waiting in a getaway car outside the bank to get the robbers away with their haul. However, it seems like they pulled this off far too many times and the police had been watching them since May, and on June 7, the cops made their move to stop the TikToker. TikToker arrested after armed bank heists According to the New York Post, the security team at a bank in Realengo advised police that a suspicious car was parked outside, leading officers to check it out. When they arrived, they saw Gomes and Silva try to get away in the car and were able to arrest the duo. The couple had a .38-caliber handgun on them, so the cops were lucky that things didn’t escalate. The other members of the group are still being pursued by police, but Gomes and her boyfriend have confessed to the robberies and even named their accomplices. The duo will remain in jail until the case is closed. Gomes does have an impressive 60,000 followers on TikTok and had amassed 50,000 on Instagram before her arrest which eventually lead the Meta-owned platform to suspend her account. This is far from the first time a TikToker has gotten in trouble legally. Just recently, a content creator was arrested for jumping into an alligator exhibit at a Florida zoo.

TikToker Alix Earle denies “homewrecker” allegations: “I was bawling my eyes out” Instagram: alix_earleTikToker Alix Earle has refuted claims that she was the “mistress” in Braxton Berrios and Sophia Culpo’s relationship, calling the allegations “triggering”. TikTok star Alix Earle recently started dating Miami Dolphins wide receiver Braxton Berrios but it hasn’t all been easy for the couple. Following Berrios’ recent split from influencer Sophia Culpo, rumors on the internet began to suggest that cheating had been involved in the pair’s separation — and Earle was apparently the third party. Now Earle is clearing up any confusion, speaking candidly on an episode of the Call Her Daddy podcast to clarify the timeline of her relationship. When asked to confirm if she’d been “hooking up” with Berrios during his previous relationship, Earle said; “It is so triggering to even hear you say that.” “I spent my childhood thinking this is basically the worst thing you could do to another human so why the f*** would I do that? Like no, they were not together,” Earle stated, referring to her father Thomas “TJ” Earle’s affair. Earle also admitted that comments suggesting she was a “mistress” had left her “bawling [her] eyes out”, even though online hate rarely got to her. According to Earle, the rumors were first sparked after Culpo “started posting things alluding to unfaithfulness in the relationship online”. However, this happened to be around the same time Earle started seeing Berrios. Nonetheless, Earle insists she acted “ probably more psycho” than Culpo to ensure that there was no truth to the stories being told. She said, “I was checking everything. We have been over this probably 110 times because I was like, if you did that to a person, of course, you’ll probably do that to me too.” Earl also said she “wouldn’t be able to live with herself” if she had done that to someone. Culpo has yet to respond, though we’ll be sure to keep you updated if she does. Check out all the latest entertainment news on our page here.

TikToker alleges someone hacked her Airbnb account and slams the company TikTok: hurrikatieAn Airbnb host took to TikTok to share her grievances after claiming someone stole her account, causing lots of guests to show up, and complained about the lack of help she received. TikToker Katie (@hurrikatie) posted a series of videos sharing her side of the story after her mother’s Airbnb host account was hacked. The hacker had supposedly been advertising her mother’s home as their own and also booked stays for people at their house. Guests have been constantly coming in, leaving Katie and her mom no place to stay. TikToker’s Airbnb ‘hacked’ Katie shared that there has been no help from Airbnb in solving the issue and criticized the customer service. “Airbnb is literally the worst company ever for customer service. Long story as short as possible my mom has a guest Airbnb account and a host Airbnb account.” The TikToker revealed that one of the two accounts her mother holds had been compromised which led to her issues. “Someone has taken over the host Airbnb account and listed our cottage for rent, for like, weekend stays and stuff.” Katie added this led to them having to leave their cottage. “So we’re here living in our cottage, and people are showing up thinking they’re going to have a weekend here,” she explained. She they talked to three people from Airbnb and even tweeted about it which led to them briefly contacting her. However, Katie claimed they eventually sent her automated messages. Despite the TikToker and her mother’s complaints, Airbnb did not take down the listing of their property though they have made it clear that an impostor is posting on their behalf. “But they won’t take it down no matter what we say. We’re like ‘This isn’t us, this is not my mom posting this, they’re using her face and her name, and our property but it’s not her posting it. Like we are living here please take it down. And Airbnb has done nothing.” TikToker feels helpless Katie also shared that the application has allegedly been promising them they will respond during specific periods of time, but they have never reached out. “They said someone would get back to us in 48 hours. 48 hours isn’t fast enough like, people are showing up here coming from far away, like the last group that showed up here drove two and a half hours to be here and they don’t get to stay. They have nowhere to go.” The TikToker added that she and her mother feel helpless and are unaware of what else they can do. Katie explained that the hacker changed the email address and phone number and they were unable to verify with Airbnb that they were the actual owners because the application was asking for these details. “We can’t, we can’t get into this account. We can’t take it down. Why do you want us to give you the phone number the account is under when we don’t have it? Like it’s someone else’s phone number now. It’s not ours.” Many users on TikTok recommended that Katie and her mom could file a police complaint while others suggested that they post it in the local newspaper to get Airbnb’s attention. “These stories are killing me, how hard is it for @airbnb to be better?” one TikToker wrote. Another user suggested that they change the codes on the doors for the rental. Meanwhile, some others said they could sue Airbnb for damages and get them to pay serious attention to the situation. A user said, “Threaten to sue, that’ll change their urgency real quick”

TikToker Alessia Vaesenn goes viral with breastfeeding cat on plane videos TikTok: alessiavaesennA series of videos from TikTok user ‘alessiavaesenn’ has gone super viral, showing a woman supposedly breastfeeding a cat on a plane – but not is all as it seems. Social media users are desperately trying to work out what’s really going on behind the viral posts. The four-part video, which appears to take place on a passenger jet, shows a man first complaining to the onboard staff that the woman next to him is in fact breastfeeding a cat, rather than a baby. The woman disputes this, claiming that it is in fact her baby, and not a feline, but the man is adamant that he saw the cat with his own eyes. The situation escalates, as the woman is asked by staff to remove the blanket and confirm that it is in fact an infant, but the woman refuses, taunting the staff to “take that liability” of invading her privacy if they want to. https://www.tiktok.com/@alessiavaesenn/video/7043725418486156549?lang=en&is_copy_url=0&is_from_webapp=v1&sender_device=pc&sender_web_id=6891233912640226822 TikTok users were kept on the edge of their seats as the drama unfolded, and the poster, alessiavaesenn, drip-fed each part of it in separate posts. However, these videos are the creation of Alessia herself, rather she was reposting the original video which comes from Facebook, by a creator called “The Gooch”, who frequently posts odd scenarios of women on planes. In the fourth and final part, one of the flight attendants removes the blanket, revealing that it is, in fact, a cat – although the woman argues that it is actually a ‘lynx’. However, upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that the animal is fake, totally motionless and with googly eyes. https://twitter.com/BoredAtGym/status/1473062394708561921 This is where the video unfolds, revealing itself as a parody, rather than a real situation. The whole thing appears to be based on a real news story, where a woman did breastfeed her hairless cat on a Delta airlines flight. A flight attendant reported, per Newsweek, “This woman had one of those hairless cats in a blanket so it looked like a baby.” Security then arrived, “just to tell her that she couldn’t do that again, cause it was weird and gross.” The incident was also recorded by an ACARS in-flight message from the cockpit, reading “Passenger in 13a is breastfeeding a cat and will not put cat back in its carrier when FA requested.” Clearly, the series of TikTok videos from alessiavaesenn was inspired by this incident, and have quickly captured the attention of millions of people across Twitter and Reddit too.

TikToker accuses company of “ripping off” his board game after it went viral TikTok: Lightsoutboi, TwistedboardgameA TikTok businessman by the name of Lightsoutboi is calling out another company on the platform for “ripping off” his board game idea. With the popularity of TikTok, which has over one billion users monthly, it makes sense for companies to use the platform to grow their business. Businesses on TikTok are often small, one person start-ups with little to no protection from bad actors looking to copy their idea. This is the case for Lightsoutboi, who went viral after releasing his party board game ‘Lights Out,’ and he’s now calling out another TikTok account for “ripping off” his idea. TikToker calls out company for “ripping off” viral board game Uploaded on August 23, Lightsoutboi called out the two TikTokers running the account Twistedboardgame, who he claims completely ripped off his idea just months after Lights Out went viral. “I know they copied me because they were smart enough to sign up to my email list with their name and address back in February,” he explained. He went on to explain that they’re even copying his videos word for word and shows examples of his claim in his upload. “I understand imitation is the finest form of flattery, but at least don’t make your game look like a middle schooler made it in Microsoft Word,” he added. “I wouldn’t have cared if they reached out to me first and I’m not one for drama, but this one is just too funny to pass up” Twistedboardgame responds to accusations Just a day after Lightsoutboi uploaded his video, Twistedboardgame responded with a video of their own. In their response, they mention that the videos claimed to have been copied from the Lights out creator were actually uploaded to TikTok before his. “You weren’t the first person to create a party board game, they have literally been around forever. The only original thing about your board game is the QR code mini-games that we don’t even have,” he explained. (Click here if TikTok doesn’t load) For more TikTok news and other viral stories, head over to our hub.

TikToker actually orders $500 worth of seafood and the internet can’t believe it TikTok: damienneflaglerA TikToker is going viral on social media after ordering a whopping $500 worth of seafood without realizing how expensive her meal would be… and the internet can’t believe their eyes. When it comes to food, TikTok is king. The popular video app has spawned a slew of food trends, including that viral baked feta pasta and even crispy-crunchy pasta chips, among other delectable dishes. However, TikTok is also known for the occasional jaw-dropping food-related debacle… the latest of which saw a woman order a lineup of seafood that we can only describe as truly impressive. Hair stylist Damienne Flagler already boasts over half a million followers on TikTok and over 9 million likes — but this time, she’s going viral for a subject that isn’t related to beauty. TikToker’s $500 seafood order goes viral On April 17, Flagler shared her experience at ‘The Boiler’ seafood restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia, and it’s sending the internet for a loop. She took her viewers through a total of eight items from the menu, including: Two blue rock-candy martinis, an order of fried crab cakes, seafood egg rolls, fried cheese sticks, sweet potato fries, a boil bag (with lobster tail, crawfish, snow crab, and all the fixings), and fried king crab — all of which she, in her own words, “demolished.” Click here if TikTok fails to load. “Y’all, I couldn’t believe how good these crabs were,” she said. “Y’all have got to try this place, man, but I gotta keep it 100 with y’all… this is not a cheap date!” It turns out that Flagler’s dining experience ended up costing her a whopping $527.37 — an amount she says she wasn’t exactly prepared for. “I didn’t even realize the king crab was $200!” she admitted. Her video has been viewed over 1.5 million times on TikTok and is going viral over on Twitter, as well, where netizens are sharing their humorous takes on the situation. Her server after going to the table for a 7th time pic.twitter.com/mQF8AcfnHt — Titanium Delo (@TitaniumDelo) April 18, 2022 The restaurant owner when the bill came. pic.twitter.com/sQONxzmikS — Karbon Blacke (@KingFreakyBlack) April 18, 2022 https://twitter.com/pooledreams/status/1516011237762637824?s=20&t=xNuugahRp0QP5GECtduhzw This is the latest viral food-related moment to take over TikTok, following the app’s ongoing ‘Sprite Challenge.’ (Which sounds like a lovely drink pairing to go with The Boiler’s rock-candy martini.)

TikToker accuses Charli D’Amelio of drug use at Dancing with the Stars party YouTube: Charli D’AmelioA gossip insider on TikTok has accused social media star Charli D’Amelio of using drugs at an alleged party for Dancing with the Stars. Charli D’Amelio is one of TikTok’s most popular content creators. She reigned as the platform’s most-followed user for over two years before being dethroned by Khaby Lame in early 2022. After achieving internet stardom, Charli has turned her focus back to dancing, notably competing in Season 31 of Dancing with the Stars and even taking home the trophy after weeks of heavy competition. In the backdrop of that victory, some serious and unproven allegations have been leveled at the 18-year-old influencer. These allegations come from self-described ‘Gossip Activist’ Kyle Marisa Roth, whose content on TikTok centers around sharing rumors about high-profile celebrities. TikTok insider accuses Charli D’Amelio of using drugs at Dancing with the Stars event One of her biggest accusations as of late centers around Charli, who Roth claims was using drugs at an event for Dancing with the Stars in early November 2022. Roth’s video is described as a ‘blind item,’ which is another word for gossip without a source that does not name the subjects involved. “This is about a Dancing with the Stars event that occurred earlier this month,” Roth said in her video. “This barely-legal, A-list TikTok star with multiple millions of followers was at an event last night and was skiing like a pro.” (By ‘skiing,’ Roth refers to drug use.) Although Roth claims that “all [is] alleged here” on her account bio, her video about Charli has been doing the rounds, garnering over 37,000 views. These unproven rumors have been met with mixed reactions on social media. One user replied: “You have no proof,” while another called the allegations “FALSE.” The TikTok star is yet to respond to the accusations at the time of writing, and no clear evidence has been published to support Roth’s claims.

TikToker accused of doing blackface in viral TikTok dancing video TIKTOK: britneysinhA TikToker has been accused of doing blackface after appearing with darkened skin in a viral dance video. Content creator Britney Sinh captured a screen recording of two women dancing in a college dorm. One of them appeared to have darkened her skin. The original clip was posted by Sydni Meadows, whose account is now private. In Britney’s video, she edits a close-up shot of Sydni dancing, and then at the end of the stitched clip turns the camera to herself to show a shocked reaction. The video has over 197,000 views and over 36,000 comments. Many TikTok users are now accusing the student of wearing blackface, saying they were shocked by how dark the college student’s skin tone looked. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load below. TikToker accused of doing blackface in viral video Most commenters under Britney’s video expressed their shock about the TikToker’s tan. “I had the same expression when I saw,” one commented. “I had to bring my phone to my face to make sure I was seeing what I was seeing,” another user wrote. “Ain’t no way” a third added. “It’s giving Leather catchers mitt left in the sun to wither.” Others implied that Sydni’s tan was dark enough to be considered blackface, which is when a non-black person darkens their skin to appear black and has roots in racist 19th-century minstrel shows. “I’m scared, they’re shapeshifting out here,” one user wrote. “Why do they think they look better like that??? Like where did they ever get that idea,” another commented. “Literally no way she can say it’s just a tan.” “Isn’t this considered blackface? Like that’s literally a hate crime omg,” someone else said. At the time of writing, the two dancing college students have yet to respond to the backlash.

TikToker Abby Roberts & Yungblud fuel dating rumors with flirty TikTok TikTok: AbbyrartistryTikToker Abby Roberts may have recently parted ways with fellow creator Noen Eubanks, but it looks as though she could already be dating rockstar Yungblud. 19-year-old Abby Roberts is a TikTok sensation with more than 14 million followers, and a combined 747 million likes across all her videos, known for her incredible make-up looks and amazing cosplay. She’s had a super successful year, having collaborated with mainstream celebrities including Liam Payne, other creators like CharlotteLooks, and moving to London just as 2020 is wrapping up. She has also collaborated with musician Yungblud, who has made waves across the app with his own account, and as the pair are both from Yorkshire in the UK, it’s unsurprising that they’ve clearly hit it off. In October it was confirmed that Abby and TikToker Noen Eubanks had split up after spending most of their time apart during a global health crisis, and Abby alluded that Noen had been unfaithful as the reason for their dramatic breakup. In the last week, after appearing in several different videos and Instagram stories getting pretty close, fans have begun to speculate that Yungblud and Abby have become an item. In November, Abby posted a series of pictures from a racy photoshoot to Instagram, underneath which Yungblud commented a number of heart-eye emojis. On Wednesday, December 9 a particularly flirtatious TikTok sent fans into meltdown once they realized their speculation could be a reality after all. In the video, the tables turn with the singer giving Abby a makeover and their faces get very close. Then at the end of the video, Abby kisses his cheek. Abby’s close friend and flatmate Benji Krol commented underneath “You guys are too cute together,” leading some fans to take this as confirmation that they’re dating, with one person responding “This couple could save 2020!” Others, however, were more suspicious with one person pointing out that the singer is known to be affectionate with his close friends: “Dom [Yungblud] kisses everyone.” Another added, “I kiss my guy friends and girl friends on the cheek all the time but yeah they would be cute as hell.” With the rumors gathering pace, neither party has made any attempt to deny that they’re a couple and excited fans eagerly await confirmation.

TikToker accidentally takes neighbor’s child on week-long holiday TIKTOK: seenasyouaskedA former babysitter took to TikTok to share how she accidentally ended up taking her neighbor’s child on a week-long holiday. In a viral TikTok video with over 1.6 million views, content creator seenasyouasked detailed a story from 1991 about the “biggest mistake” that she’s ever made. She explained: “I was 20 and newly married. I lived next door to a family with a toddler. He was two. I used to look after him and sometimes babysit for a couple of hours to help his mom out.” After looking after the boy a few times, his mom asked her one day if she would mind looking after him overnight. She replied: “Yeah, no problem, we know each other really well, that would be great. The problem is I’m actually going on holiday on Tuesday for a week.” The TikToker said the duo “did not communicate properly”, which left her assuming that the mother was fine with her toddler traveling with his babysitter. TikToker takes neighbor’s child on week-long holiday “Monday comes along and she drops off this sweet little boy – he’s really lovely, he stayed overnight,” she explained. “Early Tuesday morning, we all packed up the car, I popped him in his car seat, we drove off to London, we lived in Birmingham, stayed in a hotel, I got the hotel to give us a little cot.” She continued: “He was so lovely, I got him food and bought some extra nappies as she hadn’t sent enough nappies for the week and I just went through the week with this little lad. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load below. “During the day, I took him to the zoo and walked around Hyde Park – we had a blast! He loved it, he slept really well, didn’t cry at night, and everything was great.” Since this occurred in the the early 90’s, there were no mobile phones, and as the woman was her neighbor, she didn’t happen to have her number, so she sent a postcard instead to let the mom know that “the kid was fine.” When it was finally time for them to go home and she returned the boy to his mother, she found out that she had made a terrible mistake. The mother said: “So lovely of you – really wonderful. I do have to say something though…when I said ‘that’s fine’, I meant I’ll come back Tuesday morning and go get him. I didn’t actually mean for you to take him on holiday the whole week.” While the TikToker was shocked about the ordeal, and apologized for what had happened, the mother was actually quite thankful telling her: “No, I had a great time, I had a lovely break for the week.”

TikToker Abby Roberts reacts to bizarre theory she’s not really British Instagram: Abby RobertsPopular TikToker Abby “Abbyartistry” Roberts was in fits of giggles after discovering that someone had created an entire TikTok account dedicated to proving her nationality. Abby is one of the biggest stars on TikTok with more than 13 million followers. She is known for her genius transitions, incredible makeup, and cosplay, and has recently collaborated with huge celebrities including Liam Payne and Yungblud. Some fans may also know her as the ex-girlfriend of fellow TikToker Noen Eubanks. But out of the app’s most-followed creators, Abby is a rare breed hailing from Leeds in the UK. As her videos often include make up and lip-syncing, she doesn’t often use her own voice. Many people have assumed she is American. In almost every video on Abby’s main account where she speaks, the comments are filled with viewers confused about her accent. In one of her latest TikTok’s a comment with more than 2000 likes read “You’re British omg!”, while others lamented the repeated realizations, adding “No no the ‘I didn’t know you were British’ comments again.” TikTokers weigh in on Abby Roberts But one fan has taken it to the next level. A user called Freds K has his entire TikTok account dedicated to trying to prove that Abby is actually from the US. In his latest videos, he has pointed out that Abby has a double fridge, that she drinks Matcha smoothies and drinks a lot of water, all of which apparently point to her being American rather than British. Abby posted her reaction to the TikToker on her spam account in fits of laughter and adding a sarcastic, “I am American. I’m an imposter basically.” “It’s so funny he duets like every single one of my videos and he’s like ‘Who makes that in Britain? This top is not very British. This drink? Not British. Yeah, you got me I’m an imposter.” Despite confusion around her nationality, Abby continues to kill it in the TikTok and makeup world, especially in the lead up to Halloween with a new scary look revealed every day this month on her account.

TikTok & YouTube star Bryce Hall reveals his insane new house in Las Vegas Bryce Hall, InstagramYouTube and TikTok content creator Bryce Hall has bought his very first house in Las Vegas, Nevada, and his fans are going to love it. A 13-minute YouTube video was posted to his YouTube channel on February 19, showing off the property. It starts off in Los Angeles at the old Hype House, where Hall announces to his fellow TikTok stars that he has bought a house. “Oh Bryce bought a house, I don’t give a f**k,” Josh Richards jokes. “I just have a free place to stay in Vegas now,” another friend says. This is not Hall’s first time buying a house, as he told TMZ last April that “I’m gonna buy my mom a house right after the fight. And, that knockout is my mom’s house… that’s how much it means to me.” However, it is the first of his own. Bryce Hall shows off his new Las Vegas home After arriving, Hall is met by his mother Lisa, where they walk into a real estate office and begin to start signing papers. “The house is now mine,” Hall excitedly tells the camera after hugging his mom. While Hall did not disclose many details about his new pad, he did tell his fans that it has already been fully furnished and that there was “no wifi or service,” at the time of filming. (Segment starts at 3:44 in the video below) Hall has dedicated one of his upstairs rooms to serve as his personal “retro arcade,” with PacMan and Simpsons-themed game cabinets. Read More: How to watch the Roast of Bryce Hall – After showcasing his home to his friends, Hall visits the home of celebrity DJ Steve Aoki’s, where they bond over rare Pokemon cards and expensive shoes. The 22-year-old concludes the vlog by going to see Aoki perform at the MGM Casino in Vegas. According to the star’s social media, he is back in LA preparing for “the roast of Bryce Hall,” which is expected to go live on YouTube on February 25.

TikToker Abby Roberts fuels Noen Eubanks break up rumors Instagram: Abby RobertsIt looks as though TikTok star Abby Roberts has broken up with fellow creator Noen Eubanks in a dramatic series of posts. [jwplayer MvEjv9It] Abby is one of the biggest stars on TikTok with more than 13 million followers. She is known for her genius transitions, incredible makeup and cosplay, and has recently collaborated with huge celebrities including Liam Payne and Yungblud. Noen Eubanks is also a huge name on the app with more than 11 million followers and known for his artistic transitions and impressive make-up looks. The pair have a combined 24.8 million followers, once making them a TikTok power couple. Despite the long-distance relationship, Abby based in Leeds, UK, and Noen based in Los Angeles, the pair were together for almost a year and Abby even spoke about nightly Zoom calls and traveling overseas for love in an interview with The Face. However, it now seems as though the pair are no longer an item. In a series of dramatic tweets from Abby herself and her close friend and creator Benji Krol, something dramatic has gone down between them. On Monday, November 10, Abby tweeted “it’s crazy how people can turn out to be not at all who u think they were,” and “know ur worth baby.” it’s crazy how people can turn out to be not at all who u think they were — Abby Roberts (@abbyrartistry) November 10, 2020 Abby also liked tweets that pointed very clearly to the situation including one from Aria Herbst that read, “Women always know.” At the same time, Benji tweeted “why is it that when you find one thing out about someone it starts a chain reaction and it just gets worse and worse and worse AND WORSE.” why is it that when you find one thing out about someone it starts a chain reaction and it just gets worse and worse and worse AND WORSE — Benji Krol (@BenjiKrol) November 10, 2020 Abby also posted a suggestive TikTok, lip-syncing to Just the Two of Us by Grover Washington, Jr. Underneath one fan commented tagging Noen and wrote “this might be meant for you,” to which Abby replied, “Don’t mention his name in my comments ever again.” Noen, on the other hand, has stayed pretty silent on his social media accounts in the past few days and is yet to address any speculation — though he might not be able to ignore it for much longer.

TikTok Wrapped 2024: How to get your TikTok wrapped stats Flickr: Ivan RadicAfter the success of Spotify Wrapped, several other apps have brought out similar features. However, TikTok decided to not continue with theirs after doing a 2022 wrapped for their users. But there is still a way for you to get your TikTok Wrapped stats. Spotify was one of the first apps that created a yearly ‘wrap’, allowing users to see an overview of their listening habits in the past year. Since the popularity of that one, several other apps, including Instagram, Reddit, and Apple Music have created similar features to let users see their habits on the platforms. In 2021, TikTok also created a wrap feature, which let users not only see how many videos they’d watched that year but also how many people had interacted with their videos. Unfortunately, this feature did not return for 2022, leaving talented users to program their own wrapped features. Here’s how you can view your TikTok Wrapped in 2024. How to find and use TikTok Wrapped As TikTok stopped doing its own Wrapped insights in 2022, you’ll have to use a third-party website. A developer named Bennett Hollstein has made it easy and safe to do this on his new website. Here’s everything you need to know to do it yourself. Go to the Privacy and Settings page on your TikTok account and request to download the data from your profile – make sure to request the JSON version – After you’ve received the documents, go onto the Wrapped for TikTok website and submit the documents – Wait for the site to load and then enjoy learning more about your TikTok habits in an interactive way – What is TikTok Wrapped? A web developer by the name of Bennett Hollstein, who owns the development company Vantezzen, has created a tool that lets TikTok users see their recent habits on the app. Wrapped for TikTok will allow you to see how many videos you’ve watched in the past year, how much time you’ve spent on the app, and how long your longest watch session was. You’ll also be able to see how many likes and comments you’ve made as well as getting your very own TikTok persona which better explains your habits on the app. Is it safe to use? Writing on the website, Bennett promises users: “Your TikTok data is only used in your browser and never uploaded to any server. We will not store or process your data on our server in any way.” He also lets users who are able to read code look at Wrapped for TikTok’s full source code to prove further that he won’t save your data. If you want to learn more about how to use TikTok, you can check out our other guides here: How to duet on TikTok | How to Stitch on TikTok | How to favorite videos on TikTok | How to find contacts on TikTok | How to use TikTok Stories | Best time to post on TikTok for more views and likes

TikTok’s “you don’t have this emoji” meme: How to get emoji from viral comment Unsplash: Solen FeyissaThere’s yet another comment meme that’s dominating videos across TikTok, with people using an obscure emoticon in thousands of messages that read, “you don’t have this emoji.” Here’s how to use the emoji that everyone’s talking about. Throughout March, TikTok comment sections have been plagued with a whole host of different memes that people are spreading around the platform, leading to hundreds of frustrated users begging for the end of the repetitive comments. Videos have been flooded with comments including a list of ingredients for a brownie recipe, “remove Miner,” requests for a storytime and crop, and more. Unfortunately for many, the memes aren’t over yet, as people are now spamming comment sections with the message “you don’t have this emoji,” next to an image of a standard emoji with a white triangle overlapped on top of it. How to get emoji from “you don’t have this emoji” trend Contrary to popular belief, the emoji included in this meme isn’t actually difficult to get hold of and use — it just probably won’t be part of your device’s standard emoji keyboard. Read More: How to delete your TikTok account – To use this now-popular emoji, all you have to do is: Find a comment that includes the emoji. – Press and hold on the comment. – Tap ‘Copy.’ – Go to the video you want to comment on, tap the ‘Add comment’ bar, then tap it again. – Click ‘Paste.’ – Edit the comment to include whatever message you want, then press the pink button to send it. – You can leave the comment on any video at your own risk, as there are plenty of people who aren’t too happy with the current state of TikTok comment sections. If the idea of using different emojis appeals to you, TikTok also has a list of ‘secret emoji’ codes that give you access to a different range of emoticons.

TikTok water bottle craze: Why Cirkul bottle is going viral TikTok: alyssacasatelli / savv.rose / ketoassbihTikTok has a habit of making products go viral, from cranberry juice to gorilla glue. In recent weeks everyone has started buying a water bottle that can change the flavor of your drink with the click of a button. In the past year, certain products have seen sales rapidly rise as a direct result of popular TikTok trends. Ocean Spray cranberry juice benefited massively after Doggface’s skateboarding video, and leggings brand Seasum profited after their products became part of a viral trend. Right now, everyone is obsessed with a water bottle called Cirkul. Cirkul’s water bottles can change the taste of your drink with just a button, and if you simply want to go back to normal tasting water, you can change it instantaneously. How does it work? The Cirkul water bottle comes with a special filter that can be fitted with different flavors such as coffee, tea, peach, or fitness drinks with electrolytes, all with low calories. The specific filters with the flavors inside are only available from Cirkul’s website, but the range of flavors is huge. Read More: David Dobrik transforms into an old man – TikTokers went viral after testing out the claim’s from the company in their videos and filming their live reaction. One user got hugely excited after adding a peach flavor and twisting up the dial to level 2 for flavor and exclaimed ‘Hello!!” before adding that she thought it tasted just like peach iced tea. Another TikToker tried the coffee version and claimed it tasted exactly like drinking iced coffee. Some of the comments on the videos mocked the idea that people will do anything not to drink just straight water, while others lauded the fact that anything to encourage people to stay hydrated can only be a good thing. You can buy the water bottle from Cirkul’s website, alongside bundles of different flavor packets, but if you’re based outside of the US you may have to wait for the product to become available overseas.

TikTok Weightlifter goes viral after pulling off insane bench press clap TikTok: bigbakerIn a viral TikTok video, weightlifter, and influencer ‘bigbaker’ pushed an insane amount of weight on an incline bench press, repping the weight easily. But he didn’t simply rep the weight – bigbaker tossed it in the air numerous times, managing to clap before catching it. Bench press is one of the most popular lifts for gauging a person’s strength. After all, the exercise is a staple for both professional powerlifters and casual lifters alike, providing a great method for strengthening the chest and shoulders. One such powerlifter took to TikTok to share his feat of strength by lifting 125 kg at impressive speed, producing so much power that he could throw the weights in the air and clap in the middle of the rep. TikTok weightlifter bench press claps 125 kg The video starts off with bigbaker on an incline bench. In the video, he pressed 125kg of weight with incredible ease, which is equivalent to around 275 pounds. This is a weight most lifters can only dream of lifting on the incline bench – and bigbaker is performing each repetition of 125 kg faster than most people can lift 50 kg. After the third rep, bigbaker tossed the barbell up in the air, clapped once, and caught the barbell thereafter. He performed this maneuver twice in the video, with each rep looking very clean. One commenter expressed their disbelief by explaining how their “brain can’t handle how that bar flew”. Many other fans had the same mindset, with many telling bigbaker that he’s lifting weights “on another level.” In response to this viral TikTok video, bigbaker told Dexerto that the reception has “been weird to experience” stating that he’s now “been recognized in every gym I’ve trained in since, my workplace, friends workplaces… and I’m just mindblown.” However, this recognition only gave him the motivation to push himself harder, releasing footage of him clapping 140kg only three weeks later. bigbaker bench press claps 140kg Just three weeks later, bigbaker manages to bench press clap an impressive 140kg, which is the equivalent of 315lb. While the video of him clapping 125 kg quickly went viral, this footage may be the first time someone has ever completed a bench press clap to this weight, especially on an incline. Similar to the comments on his viral video, many took to comparing themselves with bigbaker, mentioning that after seeing the video they “don’t think [their] arms have ever felt as small.” Others were in shock at the feat of strength, saying he was “too strong.” From the caption in this video, it’s clear bigbaker intends to keep pushing himself and go even heavier. Planning for a world record Incline bench press clap reps aren’t a standardized measure of strength in both powerlifting or strong man competitions – so there aren’t many official records of others who have performed the exercise. “I’ve been messing around with these ‘clap reps’ for like 3 years and never thought anything of it, I just thought yeah they’re cool,” Baker mentions, providing context as to how he began training the unique exercise. After his viral fame and recognition for his impressive feat, Baker applied for a world record title. He told Dexerto, “I’ve opened an application with Guinness world records to have it officially declared as a record and I’m eagerly awaiting their response.”

TikTok watching job is “paying” people to watch TikTok videos Unsplash: Solen FeyissaA job listing from a company named Ubiquitous has caught the eyes of thousands of TikTok fans, as it offers a rather sizeable payout if you’re chosen to work for them — and all you have to do is binge TikTok. With over a billion monthly users, TikTok has become one of the biggest video platforms currently on the internet. Having maintained such popularity over the last few years, it’s not surprising that marketing companies might want to gather data on what kind of content is shared on the platform. Ubiquitous is doing just that, as they’ve posted a listing for a TikTok-watching job that provides the chosen applicant with a rather sizable payout — and all you have to do is binge-watch TikTok. What is the TikTok watching job? Influencer marketing company Ubiquitous is looking for someone that “loves TikTok,” and is willing to go on a 12-hour TikTok binge-watching session. To make things even better, they’re willing to pay you $50 an hour to do so. According to the ad, all they ask from the chosen applicant is to scroll through TikTok, share some of their favorite videos on social media, and rank their top ten videos at the end of the shift. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and must have an active social media presence. However, it doesn’t mention how active of a presence you need. How to apply for the TikTok watching job In order to apply for the position, you must fill out the form at the bottom of the Ubiquitous website. If you’re chosen for the position, the company will contact you with guidelines for the 12-hour binge. What does the TikTok watching job pay? The chosen applicant will receive the following from Ubiquitous: $600 from Ubiquitous – A $50 Uber Eats Gift Card – A $50 Target Gift Card – A Flexible Cell Phone Holder – A 12” ring light and tripod – If you think you’re worthy of the job, head over to apply. Who knows, maybe you’ll be chosen for quite possibly the easiest job you’ll ever accept. For more TikTok news and other viral stories, head over to our hub.

TikTok vs Vine: Debate rages over which is better with classic throwbacks TikTok / VinePeople on Twitter are sharing their old favorites from the now-defunct video app Vine in an effort to prove it was better than TikTok—but not everyone is in agreement. Over the past couple of years, TikTok has become a central hub of viral content on the internet. The ByteDance-owned video platform is home to a whole variety of trends, challenges, Sounds, and more, and is often the source of content that goes viral across various social media platforms. Especially over the past year, many have been comparing TikTok to the now-defunct short-form video app Vine. Founded in 2012, the app allowed users to post 6-second looped videos, many of which became iconic memes that can now be found in various YouTube compilations. The app was shut down in 2016, but many users still miss the platform and the content people produced on it. On September 11, Vine started trending on Twitter, after a meme comparing the two platforms went viral. A subsequent quote tweet read: “I don’t know how to say this but Vine was not as funny as you remember,” which picked up over 60,000 likes and caused a huge amount of debate. I don’t know how to say this but vine was not as funny as you remember https://t.co/93LKJJVT1h — Kayla 💛 (@kobcritic_) September 9, 2021 Some went on to post compilations of some of their favorite videos from the platform, a few of which have started doing the rounds on TikTok. https://twitter.com/lushlyyy/status/1436480158945394689 However, others posted some of the content they love on TikTok that Vine didn’t have. “does tiktok have ____” ok but did vine have jabria 🥱 pic.twitter.com/wjzxCQRTsw — gav ミ☆ MOVED ACCS (@rulespovmoved) September 10, 2021 People were divided about Vine’s six-second limit, which is significantly smaller than TikTok’s current 3-minute limit. Some claimed the shorter video length meant “you had to give it your all for a joke to land,” but others argue TikTok is more “useful” because of the less restrictive time limit. There might be more memorable vines but in general tiktok is a lot funnier than vine was and just generally more useful since you don’t just have 6 seconds — Kayla 💛 (@kobcritic_) September 9, 2021 Clearly, people have strong opinions about which platform is funnier and better overall, but with opinion split firmly down the middle, this debate could be raging on for some time.

TikTok warns users as man’s ‘raw steak’ eating challenge goes viral TikTok: Pauly LongTikTok has started adding warnings to viral videos posted by a man who says he will eat raw steak until it makes him sick. A number of seriously dangerous challenges have taken over TikTok since the app first burst onto the scene, with some linked to car thefts and even death. Over time, the app’s administrators have been urged to warn users against certain content, in the case that they replicate dangerous acts at home. This August, a man eating steak every day until it makes him “sick” has been struck with similar cautions, which appear before even clicking their video uploads. TikToker starts ‘raw steak’ challenge A TikToker by the name of Pauly Long has once again seen a surge in viewership since starting his raw steak diet on August 10. Long has over 500,000 followers on the platform, with nearly 13 million likes across his content. Just a scroll through the channel brings up moments of him biting into raw foods, from hearts to uncooked testicles. However, he has since turned this pattern of content creation into a daily challenge, posting: “Eating raw steak every day until I get sick” – forcing action from TikTok in the way of a warning. At the time of writing, he has been eating raw steak for over a week already. After this clip above hit the one million view mark, the platform decided to flag a future video from the creator. Previous installments in the short series have surpassed two and three million, as well. A warning reads: “Participating in this activity could result in you or others getting hurt.” Can you eat raw steak? According to the Food Authority in New South Wales, Australia, it is not safe to eat raw steak on a regular basis. They say raw steak “may contain harmful bacteria including Salmonella, Listeria, Campylobacter and E. coli that can cause food poisoning.” Healthline also states that preparing these foods in traditional ways, such as cooking them, reduces the bacterial risk. This information is more than likely what prompted TikTok to add warnings to this video. Eating raw steak every day as part of a TikTok challenge is certainly risky.

TikTok baffled by viral ‘time traveler’ claiming to predict the future Unsplash: Matthew Schwartz / TikTokA user called ‘Aesthetic Time Warper’ who claims to be a ‘time traveler’ from the year 2714 is going viral on TikTok for their videos that claim to predict future events — but naturally, many don’t believe it’s real. TikTok has well and truly stapled its place as the home of the internet’s most viral content over the past couple of years, and while most will recognize name likes Charli D’Amelio and Addison Rae, they are by no means the only accounts gaining traction on the platform. In recent months, spookier accounts have started popping up on people’s For You Pages, giving some users a scare. In August, many were disturbed by an emergency announcement-style video telling them “you do not recognize the bodies in the water,” but it turned out to all be part of the fictional SCP foundation. However, another spooky account has also been going viral, and this time they’re claiming to be a little more than fiction. Who is TikTok’s Time Traveler? Aesthetic Time Warper is a TikTok user who claims to be a ‘time traveler,’ and makes videos trying to predict major events that will happen in the future. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load Their videos predicting the arrival of aliens, natural disasters and more, regularly rack up hundreds and thousands, and often millions of views. The account itself already has over 840,000 followers and counting. Read More: How to do TikTok’s viral POV text trend – They often make predictions for the near future to ‘prove’ they are really a time traveler, but naturally people have come to find out that these wild predictions just aren’t coming true. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load While it’s clear that the account doesn’t have much legitimacy, some people in the comments seem to be genuinely invested in the content, with others making fun of the account for the outlandish claims. “Every single thing this account predicted hasn’t come true,” one user wrote. “If you’re really are from 2714, when does GTA 6 come out,” joked another. These ‘time traveler’ accounts are gaining popularity fast across the platform, and although they’re drumming up a lot of views and likes, not many people are actually convinced by the videos.

How to do TikTok’s viral two-minute sleep hack Unsplash: Cassidy DickensTikTok is loving a viral sleep hack that was developed by the military with the aim of getting you to fall asleep in just two minutes. Here’s how to try it for yourself. Along with its wealth of dance and comedy content, TikTok is known for being home to a huge number of life hacks, which often go viral and take over the platform. People love sharing their favorite tips and tricks for anything from recipes and cooking, to fashion and makeup, and videos containing these popular hacks often garner millions of likes and views. In January, TikTok fitness coach Justin Agustin posted a video in which he introduced his followers to a sleep hack that was developed by the military to help soldiers fall asleep in just two minutes at any time and any place. He claimed that according to his research, it was developed mainly for fighter pilots who need 100% of their focus. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load If the thought of being able to fall asleep in such a short amount of time sounds tempting, Justin explained to his followers how to do the trick. What is TikTok’s sleep hack? People have had mixed results so far with this hack, with some saying it works and others claiming they weren’t successful. But if you want to try and see whether it actually works for yourself, follow Justin’s steps: First, you need to systematically relax your body, one part at a time. Start by relaxing the muscles in your forehead, then eyes, cheeks, and jaw. – Ensure you’re focusing on your breathing. – Relax your neck, and drop your shoulders as low as you can. – Imagine a warm sensation going from your head to your fingertips. – Take a deep breath, and relax your chest, stomach, thighs, knees, legs, and feet. Imagine the warm sensation spreading to your toes. – While you’re doing this, clear your mind of stress by thinking of two scenarios: a) You’re lying in a canoe on a calm lake under a blue sky, or b) You’re lying in a black velvet hammock in a pitch-black room. – If at any point you start getting distracted, repeat the words “don’t think” for ten seconds. – Justin explains that you’re supposed to practice this every night for six weeks. While some have seen success using this method, others aren’t so convinced by it, but the original video now has almost 10 million views.

What is TikTok’s viral sunbathing hack and why do experts warn against it? TikTok: mimosaaaxoTikTok users are being warned against trying a viral tanning ‘hack’ involving a mixture of moisturizer and water, with skincare experts calling it “unsafe.” One of the best places to go to find a range of life hacks these days is short-form video platform TikTok. Creators are constantly uploading videos with tips that have made their lives easier, and many also go viral with videos of their attempts at some of these popular lifehacks. The hacks can be related to anything from food & drink to skincare & beauty — but sometimes they aren’t quite as helpful as they first appear, and could even be dangerous. The latest hack that’s going viral on the platform claims to help users get a “beaut tan,” using a mixture of moisturizer and water. Users show themselves putting the two substances in a spray bottle, and then spraying it throughout the day while sunbathing in order to supposedly get a better tan. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load Is the sunbathing hack safe? One video featuring the hack has been viewed over 5 million times, but while some were tempted to try the hack, others weren’t so sure. “Please don’t do this. Your skin is so precious,” one concerned user commented on the video. Skincare experts from JustMyLook have also warned users against attempting this tanning hack. “We strongly advise against undertaking this hack,” they said. “Not only is the process unsafe, but exposure to the sun in this way with no protection can severely increase the risk of sunburn which can lead to melanoma (skin cancer). We recommend wearing an SPF of 30 or more and applying it 15 minutes before exposing your skin to the sun. “Apply the equivalent of a shot glass (two tbsp) of sunscreen to the exposed areas of the face and body to achieve the Sun Protection Factor (SPF) stated on the bottle of sun cream. This way you can still reap the benefits of the sun while minimizing the risk.” This isn’t the first viral tanning hack on TikTok to catch the attention of experts, as some have also previously warned against trying the popular nasal spray tan trend.

TikTok viral scream audio explained: New trend tricking users PixabayAn audio of a scream or cheer is going viral on TikTok as thousands of people use it in their funny videos, but many users are being tricked by the popular sound. So where did it originally come from? TikTok is known for its collection of thousands of viral sounds, consisting of chart-topping hits, funny memes, and snippets from old interviews or clips. The latest audio to sweep the app and pop up on millions of users’ For You Page features a period of silence, before a bizarre scream or cheer. People have been using it as a joke to pretend that it’s the person behind the camera’s reaction to whatever is going on in the video. Usually, people will show a key moment from anything such as a dance performance or a sports game, along with a caption similar to, “ignore my dad yelling.” Click here if TikTok doesn’t load Although people are including the sound as a joke, hundreds of these videos have gone viral in their own right, some of them garnering millions of likes and views, and many commenters have actually fallen for it, believing it to be their original sound. “Who just screamed like a demon my god,” one comment with 50,000 likes read on a video of dancer who used the sound, writing “ignore my mom’s cheer tho” in the caption. “Why did she scream like that?!” said another. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load Where did TikTok’s viral scream sound come from? While some of the videos using the sound have successfully managed to fool some commenters, clicking on the audio that scrolls underneath the video will reveal that the original was uploaded by user jurex_memes. The video shows him trying to pick up a bar of soap, and in the caption, he wrote, “this shi fr be slippery asf (ignore my yawn.)” Click here if TikTok doesn’t load “I’m supposed to ignore that?” one commenter wrote in response. The trending audio has had nearly 50,000 videos made with it so far, and a fair few people have been tricked by the hilarious clips that are being made with it. Multiple celebrities have unwittingly become viral sounds in the past few months, with Miranda Cosgrove’s “I actually do cuss a little” and “Hailey Bieber’s “leave me alone” being just two examples.

TikTok’s viral #PastaChips trend has people air frying their feta pasta via Mason FitTikTok has latched onto its next viral trend with #PastaChips making the rounds as air fryers are once again blowing people’s minds in the kitchen. Tons of TikTok creators are swooning over the pasta chip trend that converts their freshly made noodles into surprisingly versatile snacks. Like the baked feta pasta before it, people are seeing that a simple twist to a traditional dish can make it so much more than the original recipe. Some of the biggest TikTok chefs on the platform have been trying their hand at the concoction with videos exploding to 1.5 million views for accounts like Cooking with Ayeh and nearly 3 million views for Chef Cuso. How to make Pasta Chips? It’s a really straightforward recipe, but it’s popularly made with an air fryer to really get your freshly cooked pasta into an easy-to-chew chip. A lot of the flavor you’re banking is going to come from the dry seasoning to go with your pasta, as well as some last-minute touches and dipping sauce. Essentially, you’re just making pasta – dealer’s choice on the kind of noodle but since you’re likely going to scoop something with it, using bow-tie pasta (called Farfalle) will be great for the chips. After properly cooking your pasta, spice it up with anything from garlic powder, onion powder, grated parmesan, olive oil, and the like. Toss to combine, then put it in an air fryer at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (about 204 degrees Celsius) for about 10 to 15 minutes. Once they’re nice and crisp, lay them out with something to dip them in. It can be something as touched up as Chefcuso’s Baratta concoction or just a simple marinara sauce. The #PastaChip trend has been getting a ton of attention, and once you make it, it’s easy to see why.

Where is TikTok’s viral “my name is Chicky” sound from? YouTube: D BillionsThe latest viral sound to sweep TikTok, “my name is Chicky” has got hundreds of users teaming up with their friends to recreate the accompanying viral dance — but where did the audio originate? TikTok is the place the be when it comes to keeping up with the latest viral trends and following some of the biggest influencers on the internet, and the app only seems to be getting more popular by the day. Much of the platform’s content is inspired by ‘sounds,’ audios that can range from chart-topping songs to snippets from funny videos that people go on to use in their own content. The latest viral sound to sweep the app is the “my name is Chicky” audio, which has several people taking turns to introduce themselves in time with some lively music. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load The accompanying dance shows a group of usually four people, who each take on the persona of one of the characters, Chicky, Cha-Cha, Boom-Boom, and Lya-Lya, and dance along to the song with their signature moves. One of the most viewed videos that participated in the trend is by user aquajock_h2bro, who got over 7 million likes and 38 million views in just three days thanks to their perfect rendition. What is the viral ‘My Name Is’ TikTok sound For those curious about where the sound for the trend originated, look no further than the D Billions YouTube channel, a channel with over 16 million subscribers that makes songs for kids, that often garner an insane number of views. The song from this trend, titled just ‘My Name Is,’ has nearly 700 million views on YouTube, and it looks as though it’s now become a hit on TikTok as well, as the sound had over 470,000 videos made with it. This trend is only set to get more popular as it spreads through For You Pages across the app, and there are no doubt several more people who will go viral as a result of their participation.

How to make TikTok’s viral ‘pancake cereal’ TikTok: dailysagee / caughtsnackinTikTok’s popular ‘pancake cereal’ is making a comeback on the app after it blew up last year, and many are attempting to recreate the hugely viral recipe. TikTok is the place to go to find short-form content about anything from storytimes to viral dances, and it also happens to be an amazing place to find an array of simple recipes that have taken the internet by storm. From the insanely popular feta pasta to spooky Halloween-themed recipes, TikTok has seen it all, and one of people’s favorite recipes to go viral on the app to date is ‘pancake cereal.’ Pancake cereal is exactly what it sounds like: Regular pancake batter cooked into extra tiny pancakes and put in a bowl, the same way you would with cereal. Some even go the whole way and pair theirs with milk. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load This trend originally went viral in 2020, when thousands of people were attempting to recreate the delicious-looking treat. With a whole new load of users who have joined the app over the past year looking for new viral recipes to try, it looks like it could be making a comeback. Pancake cereal recipe Making pancake cereal is, fortunately, not a particularly difficult process, and chances are you’ll already have all the ingredients in your kitchen cupboard. As TikToker caughtsnackin explains, the ingredients you will need are: 50g plain flour – 1 egg – 150ml whole milk – Extras (additional milk, chocolate, syrup, candy, etc.) – To make the treat, you will need to: Whisk the flour, egg, and milk together to make the batter. – Pour your batter into a bottle with a nozzle to make the process easier. – Heat up a non-stick pan on a medium to low heat, and use the bottle to pour out small blobs of the batter into the pan. – Cook and flip until both sides are golden brown. – Put your tiny pancakes in a bowl, and then add any additional ingredients you’d like, such as syrup, chocolate, marshmallows and more. Some even decide to go down the classic cereal route and pair it with milk. – With this recipe making a comeback after its viral stint last year, it’s the perfect time to give it a go if you haven’t tried it already.

TikToker goes viral exposing “joke” Chanel $800 advent calendar TikTok: eliseharmonTikToker Elise Harmon is going viral after exposing Chanel’s $800 advent calendar, with gifts including a dust bag, stickers, and a flipbook. It’s that time of year where countless people across the globe are getting into the Christmas spirit, and naturally many have bought an advent calendar to track the countdown to the big day. While chocolate calendars are obviously a popular choice, there are plenty of companies who make different types of calendars that include actual gifts, from makeup to toys, for those who are looking for something a little different. However, not all of them have lived up to expectations. TikToker Elise Harmon went viral in early December after she uploaded a video of her unboxing one of the doors from the Chanel Advent Calander, which costs over $800. Though, it doesn’t appear to live up to the cost. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load The website description for the limited edition calendar reads: “Count down to the holidays with this collector’s item featuring 27 boxes numbered from 5 to 31, filled with mysterious delights and surprises. A piece to treasure for years to come.” However, Elise was thoroughly underwhelmed when she opened one of the doors to reveal some stickers. “This has to be a joke, this is a joke. Stickers?” she said. Thanks to popular demand, she returned with another video to open some more doors, and things didn’t exactly get better from there, with the next door she opened revealing an empty dust bag. Other doors she later opened included a paper flipbook and some small product samples. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load “The flipbook is criminal,” one comment with over 50,000 likes read. “How are they getting away with this?” said another. Elise even went on to reveal that after her videos blew up, Chanel blocked her. Although the product page for the calendar lists every product included, many viewers firmly disagreed with the price point regardless.

TikTok creeped out by viral video of moving fried chicken TikTok: maxverehin / Unsplash: Olivier BergeronTikTok users have been well and truly creeped out by a video that appears to show moving fried chicken that’s going viral on the platform, and it turns out that it’s actually some very realistic-looking art. These days, short-form video platform TikTok is the perfect place to find all kinds of the internet’s most viral content, from dances, to life hacks, and more. It’s definitely home to the weird and wonderful, and many videos showcasing bizarre phenomena have taken the app by storm, garnering hundreds and thousands of likes. This includes videos of supposed ‘ghosts’ in people’s houses, to freaky PSA-style horror videos. The latest strange video to do the rounds on the app is so convincing that it actually got some people wondering whether it was real. The clip in question shows a KFC bucket next to a few pieces of chicken, which appear to move and contort of their own accord. One repost of the video garnered over 700,000 likes and 16 million views. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load Although the TikTok watermark on the reposted video has been covered up, the original appears to have been posted by artist Max Verehin, who in his Instagram bio describes himself as a “cursed art maker.” Plenty of people in the comments of the video said they jumped when the chicken moved, not expecting the ordinary item to move in such a realistic way. Some wondered whether the video was actually real thanks to how realistic it looks, whereas others knew straight away that it was fake thanks to just how impossibly bizarre the footage is. Many commended the artist on the expertly done video, and it’s continuing to shock more and more people as it spreads across social media, garnering hundreds and thousands of likes.

TikTok’s #VictoriaParisBlockedMe trend goes viral: TikToker responds as users celebrate blocks Victoria Paris/TikTokTikTok users from across the globe have been celebrating getting blocked by TikToker Victoria Paris with the #VictoriaParisBlockedMe trend, but she isn’t too fussed. Just like Vine and other video-sharing platforms before it, TikTok has succeeded in creating a new crop of social media stars. Some have crossed over into the mainstream and become household names, while others are still just pretty big on TikTok itself. That includes Victoria Paris, a TikToker who exploded in popularity back in 2020 thanks to her countless interesting daily posts. The 22-year-old has since racked up over 1.2 million followers and her posts still get huge numbers, but more recently, users have been celebrating getting blocked by her, be it on purpose or just an out of the blue block. What is #VictoriaParisBlockedMe on TikTok? The hashtag VictoriaParisBlockedMe started picking up traction in the backend of September as users took their blocks as a badge of honor. It has since picked over 3 million views and videos don’t show any signs of slowing down. Many of the videos under the hashtag show their final comment on a Victoria Paris post before getting blocked, while many others are just showing their confusion and being stopped from looking at her profile. Of course, there are still some users trying to get in on the act as well, documenting their progress as they try to get blocked by the TikToker. Victoria Paris responds to #VictoriaParisBlockedMe trend Though, not everyone has been in support of the hashtag. Plenty of users have backed Victoria in blocking those who are spreading negativity on her posts in hopes of getting blocked. However, even she didn’t seem too fussed. The 22-year-old uploaded a video showing the hashtag in its early stages as she says she’s just living her life. Of course, if TikTok deems the trend as getting too out of hand, they’ll shut it down like they did the Devious Lick. But, for now, videos continue to poor in as users keep getting blocked.

TikTok viewers “exhausted” by viral barber for talking “too much” TikTok: jpalmhairdressingA barber on TikTok is coming under fire as viewers say they’re “exhausted” by her constant questions and talking during a routine haircut. Barbers have made quite a home for themselves on social media. A fair number of stylists have racked up millions of subscribers as they take viewers on a tour of a day in the life of their profession. While many barbers get praise for the transformations they’re able to give their clients, one barber in particular is coming under fire for the way she interacts with the folks sitting in her chair. Jordan Palmer is a hairdresser based out of Omaha, Nebraska, who owns and operates her own salon called ‘JPalm Hairdressing.’ She boasts over 55K followers on TikTok, where she uploads videos showing herself giving cuts and having conversations with clients. TikTok barber under fire for “exhausting” conversations with clients However, many netizens are taking umbrage with how much she talks to her clients before and during the haircut. One video in particular from Palmer’s page is going viral online, racking up over 11 million views as comments continue to pour in. At the beginning of the video, the barber asks for permission to touch her client’s hair and asks their pronouns. She then talks for about four minutes before the cut even begins, with Palmer asking about the client’s hair history, how long they eventually want their hair, and how she’ll cut it to suit the client’s tastes. Commenters were left “exhausted” by the amount of talking the barber did before even breaking out her shears, with one user writing, “My entire social battery would’ve been depleted by the first two questions. Would’ve just gotten up and gone home.” “That’s crazy, bro. Just cut my hair,” another said. “I genuinely cannot tell if this is real or not,” yet another remarked. However, there were plenty of other comments congratulating the hairdresser for making the client feel “safe” and asking them for their preferred pronouns and permission to touch their hair before going in for the cut. “I personally don’t go to stylists/dressers because I’m neurodivergent,” one user said. “An interaction like this would be really helpful.” It doesn’t look like Palmer is letting the criticism get her down, based on her responses to some of the comments on her viral TikTok clip — such as when one user wrote, “I only got through 15 seconds of this video.” “15 seconds is 10 seconds longer than is needed to count as engagement. The comment — even better! Thanks!” she replied. Despite the criticism against her methods, Palmer has made it her mission to “respect her clients’ pronouns and bodily autonomy,” as told in another TikTok of hers.

TikTok users warned against trying iPhone hacks to catch partners cheating Unsplash: David GrandmouginTikTokers are being warned against trying viral TikTok hacks that claim to catch your cheating partner, with the CEO of the charity Refuge describing the videos as “appalling.” TikTok is home to a wealth of viral content, spanning just about every category out there. From dance videos to bizarre challenges, almost anything has the potential to go viral on the ByteDance-owned app. Just like other platforms, life hacks are a huge source of content for creators on TikTok, and tech hacks involving phones and other devices go viral on a regular basis. However, users are being warned against trying or promoting one particular form of hack. These popular videos teach people how to track a partner’s whereabouts using their phone, and claim that they will be able to catch their cheating partners using this location data. Videos including these strategies can garner millions of views on TikTok, with commenters saying they’ve tried it out for themselves. However, this type of content has generated criticism toward TikTok and the people trying these iPhone cheating hacks. Speaking to The Sun, CEO of the charity Refuge, Ruth Davison, revealed the danger behind the promotion of these tricks. “These videos are appalling and should be removed immediately,” she said. “Refuge supports women every day who have been harassed, stalked, controlled, and intimated by their partners or ex-partners who are using technology to perpetrate abuse. She went on to add: “Social media companies who allow this sort of content to be put and remain online are putting women’s lives in danger.” Chief executive of the charity Action Against Stalking, Ann Moulds, also explained: “This is a clever use of technology to teach would-be stalkers and abusers how to track their partners. It’s very dangerous to share. It is encouraging people to commit a criminal offense.” In response to criticism against a host of dangerous trends over the years, TikTok updated its community guidelines in February 2022.

TikTok users spent over $10 billion on app in 2023 Unsplash: Solen FeyissaThere was a significant increase in mobile app sales revenue in 2023, with TikTok becoming the first app to surpass $10 billion in user spending. TikTok users have helped mobile app sales reach a new high in a year of revenue. According to Bloomberg, the video-sharing app became the first mobile app to surpass $10 billion in cumulative user spending. This milestone has been achieved thanks to a system that allows TikTok users to shower their favorite creators with tips. While the app sales revenue was on the rise in 2023, the games industry dealt with a double-digit sales decline in China that dragged global sales down 2%. TikTok’s in-app credit purchases are to be thanked for $10 billion spending This data has been revealed in Bloomberg’s analysis of app spending for 2023. The report also highlighted a surge in smartphone usage, with Indonesia leading the pack, where individuals spent over 6 hours on their smartphones daily. Among the top 10 markets, the average daily app usage reached 5 hours, with a 3% uptick in app spending throughout 2023. Notably, South Korea, Brazil, Mexico, and Turkey all experienced growth, with consumer app spending increasing by 25% or more for the year. TikTok benefited the most from the surge in in-app purchases through a system that enables users to tip their favorite creators and live streamers. The report mentions that the social media platform, owned by ByteDance, “unlocked the secret to monetization on mobile.” “TikTok laid the groundwork through its content creator tipping mechanism. In 2024, direct consumer monetization in social apps through in-app purchases is set to grow 150% to $1.3 billion as competition ramps up,” reads the Bloomberg report. According to the data, the top downloaded apps in 2023 were Shein and Temu, with Temu claiming the title of the most downloaded app in a whopping 125 markets. Generative AI apps also crossed the milestone of $10 billion in monthly consumer spending by the end of 2023.

TikTok users stunned at viral behind the scenes Chick-Fil-A clip Chick-fil-A / TikTokTikTok users have been left stunned after a viral video shows off a conveyor belt sending food to the drive-thru at a Chick-fil-A. You can find all kinds of videos on TikTok—the Social Media platform has it all. Including behind-the-scenes looks at kitchens and fast food drive-thrus. One of these is Chick-fil-A, which seems to be busy no matter when you go. Sometimes, employees will even stand outside to take orders to speed things up. Other times, the select Chick-fil-A location could even have a conveyor belt that delivers the food directly to the drive-thru attendant, as a new viral TikTok has revealed. Conveyor belt at a Chick-fil-A leaves TikTok users stunned Thanks to a TikTok that has garnered over 17 million views since its upload on February 25, users of the social media platform now have even more of an insight into the fast-food restaurant’s super-streamlined process. The video shows off a conveyor belt that sends prepared food to the worker tending to the drive-thru. Although it may seem efficient at first glance, many of the video’s commenters think otherwise. “It seems like there’s a fast way to get get it there… I just can’t put my foot on it!” one person joked. “Wouldn’t it be quicker to walk it there?” added another. It wasn’t all ridicule and skepticism though as thanks to another comment, Chick-fil-A’s method got explained. “This is so that they can have more drive-thru lanes. How do so many people not realize this is to get the food over lines of cars?” The social media app that has it all never ceases to amaze as anything can go viral on it, even if it’s a conveyor belt at a drive-thru.

TikTok users report broken DMs with messages not sending Unsplash: Olivier BergeronTikTok users are reporting that their DMs are not working, leaving them unable to send messages on the app. Short-form video app TikTok has been growing at a rapid rate over the past year, with new users constantly making accounts of their own and joining the already enormous user-base to post videos, scroll through their For You Page, and engage with the community. But with the sheer number of users, the app is prone to the occasional technical issue. On January 22, users began reporting that they were unable to use their DMs, flocking to social media platforms like Twitter to ask if it was just them. Some say that although they can access their DM tab, the messages don’t actually send. While the problem appears to be widespread, many thought that they had been banned at first, or that there was something wrong with their app or device specifically. Although TikTok occasionally reports on technical issues like these via their TikTok Support Twitter account, they have yet to comment on the message issues at the time of writing. Read More: TikTok slang explained: FYP, POV, PFP – When it comes to fixing the problem, it looks like there currently isn’t much users can do to restore the functionality of their DMs, as the issue is more widespread, meaning the fault is more likely on TikTok’s end. If you want to make sure there isn’t an issue on your end, try rebooting your device or deleting and reinstalling the app (note: when you delete the app, it will automatically delete any of your saved drafts, so keep that in mind before attempting.) TikTok usually deals with major technical issues fairly quickly, but until they do, affected users will unfortunately be unable to send DMs.

TikTok users report concerns about Zefoy and other ‘like bots’ Unsplash: Oliver BergeronMany TikTok users have been reporting various instances of having their comments or videos liked on mass by bots, with others intentionally seeking out apps like Zefoy in order to channel more engagement to their account. With social media, naturally comes the desire to get as many likes and comments as possible on whatever it is that you post. Whether it’s Instagram, Twitter, or any other social media platform, bots have been a constant issue for many reasons. As video-sharing app TikTok increases in popularity, the presence of bots in many different forms is also increasing, as are the number of people looking to appear as though they have a large platform by purchasing likes and followers. These accounts often have women as their profile pictures, and the usernames often consist of a random blend of letters and letters and numbers, making it generally easy to identify who is a bot and who isn’t. https://twitter.com/qucktys/status/1363650152209260545 https://twitter.com/LinaYou40376940/status/1367748497416552448 In the past, the app has had issues with accounts like ‘Peachy Bella’ managing to like people’s comments impossibly fast after being posted, with that one account targeting thousands of people at one time. Sometimes these bot accounts can contain inappropriate or offensive content, and it’s left many worrying about the large presence of minors on the app who are also no doubt being targeted by the bot accounts, with these reports going on for months. @tiktok_us people (including me) are bei g harassed by comment liker bots, i’m reporting some for innaproptiate links, my reports are getting ignored. do. something. — Elektro (@ElektroAnoled) February 18, 2021 While many are sick of the incessant bots, there are of course some who use websites like Zefoy to direct traffic to their own account to appear as though they have a bigger following than they do. Though this adds to concerns that the overall amount of bots on the app are increasing as a result of this. How to prevent ‘TikTok comment liker’ bots Unfortunately, there doesn’t appear to be a clear-cut way to stop bots from finding you altogether if your account is set to be public. The more you comment on videos, the higher chance the bots have of finding you, as it seems they tend to target popular videos. If you find yourself being a target of bots, it may be a good idea to put your account on private, at least temporarily, and block any accounts you find suspicious. If you’re able to pinpoint a particular comment on a popular video that bots are finding you through, you could also try deleting that comment. While TikTok is of course not the only app with bot problems, many users are hoping the company will find a fix for the issue soon.

TikTok users praise movie theater staff after argument with rude customer goes viral TikTokA clip of movie theatre staff dealing with a rude customer sat in the wrong seat has gone viral on TikTok, with commenters praising them for their response to the situation Nowadays just about anything can go internet viral if you’re lucky, all due to the rise in demand for short-form video content like TikToks, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts. In 2022, there are billions of users seeking quick entertainment from their mobile devices, which has led to bizarre new trends, and quirky videos making people famous online. That’s no different from this TikTok by user hawntd, who posted a video of the movie theatre staff arguing with a customer who was refusing to sit in the correct seat. The almost three-minute-long TikTok posted on March 26 has gone viral, with viewers shocked by the behavior of the customer arguing with the theatre staff while trying to watch the new Batman movie. During the video, the employee tried to explain to the moviegoer that he was in the wrong chair. However, the stubborn customer had none of it and was persistent they were in the right seat. “How can you tell this is not my seat,” asked the man. The staff proved the customer wrong by explaining the ticket shows the seat number. But still, the man wouldn’t move – delaying the start of the movie for everybody else. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load Even after causing such a disturbance, another member of staff stepped in and offered the man a full refund if he were to leave the theatre. However, he was still unwilling to leave: “I don’t know, maybe I want to be taken out in handcuffs now.” After eventually being able to reason with the customer, he got up and left, leaving many to applaud the staff for staying calm and dealing with the situation in a professional manner. “Excellent service from both staff,” said one. “The rules are simple, and if you don’t like them then don’t go to the theatre.” Another added: “He cosplaying as a Karen or something? What’s with the get-up?” As the Batman movie already being close to three hours long, the rest of the audience was thrilled for the show to finally start.

TikTok users report accounts being permanently banned “for no reason” Unsplash: CollabstrA number of TikTok users have reported that they have been suddenly banned on the app seemingly for “no reason,” voicing their frustrations on social media. TikTok is one of the most popular apps in the world, and it is continuing to garner more popularity as the months go on, with new users signing up every day to browse the viral content available on their For You Page. However, on October 7, a number of users reported that they had been suddenly banned from the app for seemingly “no reason.” “Did anyone else get randomly get permanently banned from TikTok? I don’t comment, I just watch videos what the hell,” wrote one user on Twitter. “I got permanently banned from TikTok for no reason?? I don’t post any TikToks I just scroll and like pls help,” wrote another. Many users seemed to be receiving the same notification that reads: “Your account was permanently banned due to multiple violations of our community guidelines.” How to appeal a TikTok account ban Currently, it’s not clear why so many people are reporting that they’ve been banned, and how many of these bans were made in error. If you believe you were incorrectly banned, you are able to submit an appeal which may help you get your account back. To do so, follow these instructions: Open the TikTok notification informing you of your ban. – Click ‘Appeal.’ – Follow the on-screen instructions. – If TikTok determines that your account should be restored, the penalty will be removed, and your account will be reinstated. If you want to learn more about how to use TikTok, you can check out our other guides here: How to duet on TikTok | How to Stitch on TikTok | How to go live on TikTok | How to find contacts on TikTok | How to use TikTok Stories | Best time to post on TikTok for more views and likes

TikTok users panic as videos mysteriously gone from profiles Unsplash: Solen Feyissa / TikTokTikTok users are in a panic after many noticed that their profiles aren’t showing any videos — as if they haven’t uploaded any content yet. Here’s what we know about this glitch so far. TikTok is arguably one of the biggest social media platforms on the net. In fact, the viral video app became the world’s most-searched website in 2021, outranking giants like the Google search engine. However, like most social media apps, TikTok is prone to the occasional bug from time to time — and it’s latest glitch is giving users a fright. ‘No videos yet’ TikTok profile glitch On March 10, 2022, users flocked to Twitter to ask what in the world was going on with their profiles. When navigating to their account, some TikTokers are met with a shocking sight: a blank page, with a message saying “no videos yet.” For a while, it was unclear what’s causing this widespread glitch, with searches trending high for the “no videos yet” message. Read More: What is SoundOn? TikTok’s new music platform – In fact, some users aren’t seeing anyone’s videos whatsoever. “TikTok isn’t showing me anyone’s videos at all,” one netizen tweeted. “When i go to anyone’s profile, they’re saying, ‘No videos yet.’” https://twitter.com/kaimeliasbae/status/1501910848259907590 “No videos yet,” one user wrote, attaching a photo of their blank profile page. “I think TikTok is broken.” No videos yet 🤣 I think TikTok is broken pic.twitter.com/RiWkAKgo2x — sysengineer (@_sysengineer) March 10, 2022 Is TikTok Down? It seems the glitch can be traced to a TikTok outage that occurred on the same day. Data from DownDetector shows a major outage for the social media platform that began at 4 AM and lasted to 7 AM, although some users are still reporting issues with the site at the time of writing. This outage comes after major issues with Discord and Spotify that occurred a few days prior, although the two don’t seem to be connected. For now, it looks like services are back online for TikTok — although some users might experience hiccups for a little while as things are ironed out. For more TikTok news, check out the viral Wheels vs Doors debate that’s taking over the app.

TikTok users defend Dunkin’ Donuts employee after viral drive-thru argument TikTok/WorldstarTikTok users have rallied around a Dunkin Donuts employee after a viral video showed them getting heated with an unruly customer who wouldn’t stop honking their horn. Over the last few months, TikTok has quickly become the internet’s home for viral videos as the video-sharing app has become more than just about dance routines, singing, and impressive art. Take a few swipes through your ‘For You Page’ and it won’t be long before you come across something like a viral public freakout or an optical illusion that has everyone thinking Harry Potter is in town. Most recently, users have been flocking to a video that includes a confrontation between a Dunkin Donuts employee and an impolite customer, with the pair seemingly wanting to throw hands. Viral Worldstar Dunkin Donuts TikTok The post, which was initially shared by @_joeingenito, was reposted by Worldstar in early December and has racked up close to 3 million views at the time of writing, with many viewers sharing their sympathies with the employee. As the video kicks off, the customer sat at the drive-thru window honks their car horn in an obnoxious manner, prompting the employee to get a little heated. “You want the money?” he says, before the cash is snatched out of his hand. Clearly annoyed by the customer’s behavior, the cashier yells for them to “pull up” to the front of the store as the car pulls away – even slamming the drive-thru window in frustration at what has just unfolded. Many viewers quickly expressed their support for the employee, praising them for matching the customer’s unruly attitude. “You cannot demand a service while simultaneously abusing, degrading, or mocking those who provide it,” said one. I see nothing wrong with this man getting mad,” added another. “People that don’t respect customer service workers deserve nothing less than lifetime solitary confinement,” commented another. The post continues to pick up views as TikTok users are stunned by how the customer could act in such a way.

TikTok users freak out as scientist goes viral with huge human bone collection TikTok: JonsBonesTikTok user ‘Jon-Jon’ (@jonsbones) has gone viral with his extensive collection of human cartilage. The Osteologist (studier of bones) showed off his “pride and joy” to almost half-a-million followers. Viewers have freaked out at the video, with one calling him a “white man who owns minorities’ bones.” Whether explicit, scary or downright gross, TikTok users love a weird trend! NYC-based bone trader ‘Jon’ has been attracting thousands of viewers with his morbidly curious videos. Prior to August 12, Jon’s Bones have been relegated to their small corner of the internet with a loyal cult following. When Twitter user Alex Peter shared the video, however, over one-million fresh faces found themselves intrigued. The TikTok generated mixed feelings among viewers. A lot of them displayed concern with the legitimacy of the bone trading game. Please stop asking about my human bone collection. It is totally legal pic.twitter.com/LQjCDw0KoW — Lolo (@LolOverruled) August 12, 2021 How many bones does Jon own? The viral video showed an array of human skulls, spines and even several full-body skeletons. While he hasn’t addressed exactly how many bones are in his collection, Jon certainly has enough to fill an entire room! According to the man himself, the rarest additions to his back-catalogue include a fetal skull and a skeleton dating back to 1910. Jon stated that he doesn’t find the bones “disgusting” and we should start to “de-stigmatise” bone ownership. Twitter users took offense Over 900 people replied to Alex’ Tweet, with 7,665 users expressing their opinions via quotes. “Saying he’s sketchy is an understatement,” one user wrote. “I’m a trained bioarcheologist. I’ve assisted in autopsies… you know what I’ve never done? Owned human remains,” said another. I’m a trained bioarchaeologist. I’ve assisted in autospies, examined 100s of sets of remains, waded through chest deep swamps looking for bodies, and excavated burials. You know what I’ve never done? Owned human remains. Because it’s disgusting and unethical. — Myra Miller, MA MPH (@Myra_Miller13) August 13, 2021 “This dude seems nice,” one user Tweeted. “But what the f**k?” This dude gives me such a weird vibe tho… like he seems nice but what the f-ck — Jesse ☢❔👾💣 (@scaary_vibes) August 12, 2021 Check out Jon’s TikTok for more morbid content!

TikTok users baffled as woman stumbles upon NPC streams out in public TikTok: makeupxkaA woman has gone viral on TikTok after she came across three ‘NPC’ streams on the streets of New York as viewers have been left baffled by what she saw. Over the last few weeks, the internet has become quite obsessed with the NPC trend that has spawned from TikTok. As the name implies, the person pretending to be an NPC – a non-playable character – sits looking at the camera and reacts to gifts that pop up on-screen. It was spearheaded by Pinkydoll and Natuecoco has become pretty lucrative too, with some TikTokers revealing that they’ve made thousands for just sitting down and pretending to not be real – and it could even be heading to Warzone too. Celebrities like Nicki Minaj have even jumped on board as well, though she got roasted mightily for her attempt. Some streamers have been taking their attempts to new levels too, focusing on just one particular gift to build their persona around. And, well, some are just doing it in public too. Woman spots three NPC streams in public and can’t believe it That’s why Keli Anne Sewell (makeupxka) has gone viral on TikTok as she came across not one, but three different NPC streams in New York City, all within spitting distance of each other. “This guy was going ‘wheres my Tesla bro’ over and over like a MF glitch,” the TikToker captioned her post, which has now received over 680,000 views. “Are we living in a simulation or just New York?” Keli added as she seemed behind the eight ball on the NPC trend. Viewers were also baffled by what she’d seen too. “People keep losing their sims,” joked one. “New York is so strange bro,” added another. “What is going on?” another questioned. Some, though, tipped their cap to the streamers for doing it in public and have recognized them before. “I’ve been waiting to see this POV!” commented one. “Tbh, this a calm day,” another added. One viewer pointed out that the guy she was focusing on initially is known as ‘Butterfly NPC’ and streams from that spot on a regular basis. So, maybe we’ll get another clip from his angle that shows Keli’s own confusion at the whole thing.

TikTok users blast “messy” Chipotle restaurant in viral video: “This can’t be real” Chipotle, TikTokTikTok users are confused and shocked at the state of a Chipotle restaurant, with the food workstation shown to be extremely “messy” and in disarray. There are certainly many highs and lows when it comes to working in the fast-food industry, with TikTok aiding to document strange tales from across the world. Chipotle provides fast food lovers with various forms of Mexican food but now heaps of TikTok users are less than impressed with the food chain. Following the appearance of a video that showed a particular unclean restaurant, TikTok users are putting Chipotle on blast for its cleanliness. TikTok video of a “messy” Chipotle restaurant ignites debate In the viral video posted by TikTok user @seeuspacecowgirl which has amassed over 600,000 views, a food preparation workstation is shown to be overwhelmingly populated with spilled food and orders waiting to be collected. While some mess is expected with fast-food chains, TikTok users are baffled by the sheer amount of mess. One commenter, @Kash pointed out that the workstation could be cross-contaminating foods: “So much cross-contamination.” Another commenter added, “Oh hell nah, there’s more food on the counter than the container.” The unappealing presentation of the restaurant continues to be criticized too, with one user saying “trust me I’ve been in chipotle lines super busy and it never looks this messy.” Others couldn’t believe the state of the restaurant was a reality: “This can’t be real.” TikTok user @to_untigo mentioned she was a former employee and never saw anything this bad: “I worked at chipotle once the line would get dirty but this was prohibited.” The original poster @seeuspacecowgirl tagged Chipotle in the comments but has yet to receive any type of response.

TikTok user MoMoIsPimpin goes viral after terrifying encounter with police TikTok: MomoIsPimpinTikTok user MoMoIsPimpin went viral on the app and across social media, after he uploaded a video of him getting tased by police, with viewers sharing the clip widely following its deletion. MoMoIsPimpin is a TikTok user with little over 11,000 followers on the platform. He hasn’t uploaded many videos at the time of writing, but the third video that he posted showed a snippet of a frightening encounter he had with police, which quickly went viral. In the now-deleted clip, MoMoIsPimpin can be seen sitting in his car with his phone in his hand, before the police order him to get out of the vehicle. One officer appears to be holding a gun. The police ask him several times to “put the phone down,” to which the TikTok user responds each time: “This is for my safety.” “Please, don’t do this,” he said. “I can’t drop the phone. I can’t. This is for my safety, I can’t do it. I’m sorry, I can’t do it. I’m not gonna hurt you.” Click here if TikTok doesn’t load Towards the end of the video, the two officers approach him, before one of them tasers him. In the original caption, MoMo wrote: “Was I in the wrong at that moment being at gunpoint? He could’ve easily cuffed my wrists with the phone in hand…” The clip garnered some degree of attention online before it was eventually removed, however, it’s not clear whether it was taken down by TikTok or the original user. Several other users screen recorded the video before it was taken down, and reuploaded the clip to their social media accounts, where viewers continued their discussion around the clip. “At first I was like it’s not worth it put the phone down, but then I realize that phone may have saved his life,” one comment with 700 likes read. “They are pulling guns for phones?” said another with nearly 3000. It’s currently not clear what caused the incident in the first place, or what happened afterward, with many commenters tagging MoMoIsPimpin and asking him to explain the story behind the events of the viral clip.

TikTok users are taking advantage of old influencer streams to spark drama TikTok, YouTube – Charli D’AmelioWith the advent of social media, it seems that drama spreads faster than ever these days — but worse still is the creation of fake drama, with overenthusiastic fans and trolls making up their own version of events. It’s no secret that “tea pages” are carving out a popular space on various social media platforms. They’ve provided a convenient way for just about anyone to keep abreast of current drama among celebrities and influencers — but it looks like trolls are trying to copy this formula by using false information. While most tea pages report on current celeb drama and rumors, trolls are taking to TikTok to post old live streams from popular content creators in a bid to stir the pot and rack up views from concerned fans. On May 28, a fake live stream showing Charli D’Amelio crying went viral on the platform — but it turns out this was an older broadcast, and it’s not the first time this has happened, either. TikToker ‘Drama Lady’ has called out these broadcasts, claiming that the “emotionally manipulative” users behind the scams are using this as a means to gain followers and get guilty viewers to buy their merch for more “drama.” The TikToker gave concerned fans an important reminder — if the stream doesn’t come from a verified account, don’t believe the story and report the fake. Twitch’s Hot Tub category is swimming with copycat streamers This particular trend isn’t unique to TikTok, though; in fact, a similar situation has been happening across Twitch with the advent of the streaming platform’s new ‘Pools, Hot Tubs and Beaches’ category. Read More: Top 20 most followed TikTok accounts – In a bid to capitalize off of the popular trend, copycat users have been streaming older broadcasts from well-known hot tub streamers, and are even advertising “rewards” for subscription goals and the like. Some of these fake accounts have garnered hundreds of concurrent views, too. Even competitive games receive this copycat treatment, with Twitch’s CS:GO section being notoriously littered with re-broadcasts from pro players hoping to dupe unwitting viewers. It’s clear that this is an ongoing issue across multiple platforms where streaming occurs, and while there’s no definitive answer for fixing these fakes just yet, at least more awareness about them is being brought to the surface.

TikTok user goes viral heckling LeBron James so much he had to be restrained TikTok: ruthlesssrichA new TikTok is going viral at the moment, with an NBA fan recording themselves heckling basketball star Lebron James so much that the fan was then restrained and held back. TikTok user ruthlesssrich posted a new video on their account, one that involves them shouting and calling out one of the NBA’s biggest stars, LeBron James. The video has since gone viral and has generated millions of views as a result. Celebrities and athletes often find themselves at the mercy of fans shouting out random and at times, rude and negative things. And while they don’t always react to the comments, athletes are sometimes caught out by fans who film them getting frustrated or reacting poorly to heckling. At the time of writing, the video currently has over 7.5 million views. As well as this, it also has almost 1 million likes and over 7 thousand comments. The TikTok video has also been captioned “Bron you gotta go back to Cleveland or get this sh*t together homie.” The original TikTok can be viewed below. Alternatively, it can be accessed via the link here. In the video, the person filming the game can be heard shouting at LeBron James from behind the camera. They first start by calling the star out and commenting on his physical appearance as a way to get a reaction out of him. “Hey Bron, you better get this shi* together with that receding hairline.” Lebron then stops walking through the crowd and faces the camera, a clear look of anger on his face. The heckler then shouts out, “look he mad, look at him, you sick,” before laughing off the comments. The video then cuts out but it is clear that security is near them and walking quickly over to hold them back and restrain them. Time will tell if there are any consequences for the comments or if LeBron will address them in an interview. For all the latest entertainment news and coverage, be sure to check out Dexerto’s full coverage here.

TikTok user exposes more Tony Lopez DMs allegedly sent to minors Instagram: lopez_tonyYet another girl has come forward to accuse TikTok star, Tony Lopez, of inappropriate conduct via Instagram messages, stating that she was just 15 at the time. Tony Lopez, 20, is one half of popular TikTok and YouTube duo, The Lopez Brothers, wherein he creates content with 23-year-old brother Ondreaz Lopez. Both brothers are also part of content creation collective the Hype House, which includes influencers Chase Hudson and Addison Rae. Following two months of allegations, Lopez has now fallen into further disgrace, with another victim taking to TikTok with evidence of Lopez’s inappropriate communication with her while she was still a minor. The allegations were made by TikTok user @groooovybaby, who made a video showing a 2019 conversation between the two as well as proof that the messages came from Tony Lopez’s Instagram account. The Instagram messages show him telling her: “come here you’re so fine”, as well as repeatedly asking her “wyd” and calling her “cutie” and “baby”. He then asks her to continue the conversation on his private Snapchat account. Once they’re on Snapchat, Lopez is shown to become more explicit. He repeatedly tells groooovybaby that he “wants her”, calls her “sexy” and also tells her that he wants her to perform sexual acts on him. Concerningly, a lot of the commenters on the TikTok seemed to be placing the blame on the girl. One commenter said that she’s “just as much in the wrong as he is” for replying whilst another said that “there’s a block button for a reason”. However, other commenters took to defend the victim, with one user saying that she shouldn’t be blamed because she was “15 and didn’t know any better”, whilst another user noted that she “probably didn’t understand at the time that he was grooming her [sic].” Meanwhile, users over on Instagram page TikTok room questioned why he wasn’t in prison yet or at least kicked off of the platform, with one user noting that “this is getting too much”. This latest spate of allegations comes after skincare brand Bliss confirmed that they had ceased working with Lopez in light of these allegations. In a comment on one of their TikTok videos, Bliss said, “We take these accusations very seriously, and will not work with Tony Lopez going forward. We’re committed to working with partners who uphold our brand values.” Lopez has most recently amassed criticism for his public apology following the accusations. Many accused his apology of being too “vague”, as he referred to the allegations as “these actions” while not detailing the allegations themselves. He also faced backlash for blaming his actions on being “new to the entertainment/LA scene”. Lopez is yet to respond to these most recent allegations.

Self-proclaimed psychologist faces backlash on TikTok for giving “toxic” advice TIKTOK: madellinneeA TikTok user who claims to be a psychologist is facing backlash for giving out “toxic” relationship advice. Madeline, who claims to be a psychologist, shared her 48 relationship and dating rules on TikTok to her 25,000 followers. While some of her rules were harmless and even “curing” for some women, many of them have also been labeled as “toxic” and “problematic.” Take rule 23 for example: “Make him think you’re obsessed with him so that when you’re detaching he misses it and becomes obsessed with you.” Rule 30 is equally controversial: “Act like wife material in person then completely uninterested over text, he will become obsessed with the chase.” There are many more examples, but one rule in particular has sparked outrage on the social media app, especially amongst single moms. In a viral video, which has almost 800,000 views on TikTok, Madeline shared rule 38 in text-overlay: “It’s okay to get your heartbroken… some girls are left with children.” Hundreds of users flooded the comments under the six-second clip, to voice their frustration at the problematic advice. TikTok viewers snap back about toxic relationship advice “We aren’t left with kids, we have a priority to make sure children are take care of and are happy and safe,” one angry mom commented. A single mom also disagreed with Madeline’s tip, adding: “No, he’s heartbroken and I have our beautiful children.” “Is that funny to you? Making fun of single mums? Is that a joke?” someone else wrote. “Oh the toxicity,” another one commented, “I can’t tell if you’re joking or not but you should delete this.” Madeline responded to the criticism, saying that she meant no harm to single mothers. “Girls, I don’t mean to hurt anyone, just wanted to increase awareness for the younger girls to take maximum care with boys,” the TikToker commented. She continued: “Trust, you can choose men and still choose the bad ones, because it’s proven that people can hide their true self until marriage.”

TikTok under fire for allowing user “hunting down” non-binary people to keep account TikTok: steelewalker421liveTikTokers were outraged when a user claiming to “hunt” people who identify as non-binary was not banned from the platform after their video was taken down. TikTok is known to cause bizarre videos to go viral from time to time. Typically, these abnormal TikToks are harmless trends, like egg-peeling and hot sauce dancing, which offer up a good laugh. This time, though, a video gained traction over a user’s supposed plan to “hunt” people, disturbing many on the video-sharing platform. TikTok users outraged User ‘steelewalker421live’ had a video taken down by TikTok, in which they planned to “snipe hunt” non-binary people. In the strange video, Steele walks around a Motel 6 and says, “We’re gonna get all the non-binaries picked up in the back of my truck and we’re going to take them to a hospital.” He then harasses a number of workers and explains to one: “If you have any non-binaries here, I’m shutting this motherf**ker down.” A man wearing a F*ck Joe Biden hoodie attempted to round up “non-binaries” at a Motel 6 and put them in the back of his vehicle to take to the hospital. The man, “steelewalker42live,” claimed he is doing “the Lord’s work” by “hunting” them. pic.twitter.com/8stUcSMPVR — PatriotTakes 🇺🇸 (@patriottakes) April 3, 2022 Steele has explained in a follow-up video that a “snipe hunt” is a practical joke, and that his stunt wasn’t supposed to be taken seriously. Clearly, whatever joke he was attempting didn’t land, as tons of people on social media were shocked by his bizarre behavior. One user said, “You don’t go ‘HUNTING’ for other human beings.” Another user genuinely couldn’t believe the video was real and said, “Is this satire? Despite the outrage and the removed post, Steele hasn’t been banned entirely from the platform and continues to post videos to his account.

TikTok urges woman to dump boyfriend after he ‘forgets’ active Hinge account Hinge / TikTok: rose_n_gunsesTikTokers are urging a woman to end her two-year relationship after her boyfriend claimed to have ‘forgotten’ about his active Hinge account. Cheating in a relationship can appear in many different forms, whether it be physical or emotional. What exactly constitutes cheating can vary drastically from one relationship to another depending on specific boundaries. But one thing is generally agreed upon: keeping secrets about your dating life from your partner is a no-go. And it is that exact line of thought that has TikTok users urging one woman to dump her boyfriend of two years after she found out he still had an active Hinge profile on his phone. Going by ‘rose_n_gunses’ online, the woman took to social media to share how she came upon the discovery; “My boyfriend of two years and I were scrolling through TikToks on his phone and, when he goes out of the app, I saw that he had the app, Hinge.” Claiming he’d “forgot he had it”, her boyfriend later revealed he not only had the app itself but also an active account. “He offers to delete it, he says he’s not active on it, that it was just [that] he forgot about it, and I communicate how it just makes me feel insecure, that it makes me feel that he’s looking for a backup and then he deletes it,” she continued. However, she later discovered that he had only deleted the app and had, once more, ‘forgotten’ about his account. Garnering 2.8 million views so far, TikTok users were not convinced by her boyfriend’s claim of bad memory, urging her to cut ties and run. “Leave him and don’t look back,” one person wrote. A second offered a tip to anyone facing a similar conundrum; “Hinge will stop showing [your] profile to people after 2 months of inactivity. Tinder is 2 weeks.” It is unknown whether or not the woman took their advice, with a second cryptic video posted in which she spoke about being “tired of fighting” and didn’t want to question whether she was loved or liked. Be sure to check out all the latest entertainment news on our page here.

TikTok trends: Why TikTokkers are making cartoon versions of themselves TikTok: janiceglimmer/ TikTok: abbyartistry/ TikTok: bestdressedKristen Hancher and Abby Artistry are among the creators on TikTok who are imagining what they’d look like as a cartoon character, in one of the latest trends on the app. What’s the trend? To the tune of Dirty Harry by Gorillaz, creators film themselves in different outfits depending on what situation their cartoon character might be in including every day, fighting crime, night out, and sleepover. Creators appear to ‘drop’ into the shot and turn as though they’re in a ‘choose your character’ montage. Why are people doing it? What better way to show off the coolest clothes you own? Influencers best known for their fashion and sense of style are taking the trend by storm with unique and unusual pieces that might not be so practical for a trip to the grocery store, such as giant platforms and prom dresses. Others are getting imaginative and creating outfits for more than just their own characters. It’s no surprise when cosplayers have enough outfits to make at least ten TikToks under the same trend. Some creators are taking on different genres of cartoon – @nathns reveals how he would look as a preppy anime character. Others have taken on building outfits for the London Tipton, a Knight, and Disney princesses. Who’s in on it? YouTuber and Instagram influencer Ashley ‘Best Dressed’, Kristen Hancher, Sarah Magusara, and Abby Artistry are some of the TikTokkers with the biggest hits on their cartoon character montages. They’re by no mean the only ones; #cartooncharacter has 1.8 billion views on TikTok. Gorillaz themselves posted at TikTok with a montage of what band member 2D would wear as a cartoon character (even though he is one already). Which ones should I watch? Watch Kristen Hancher dress up for fighting crime Watch TikTokker Janice Glimmer dress up as the Adams Family with her mum Read more: YouTube’s 10 biggest channels – Watch anitjessclub dress up as this highly specific ‘main character’s older sibling’ Are there similar trends? Fans of this trend don’t have to be limited to cartoon characters. Currently, creators including Michael Le, Benji Krol, and Sofia Wylie have been using the track ‘Stunnin’ by Curtis Waters in videos documenting different outfits inspired by artists, TV shows, and games.

TikTok Trends: Why everyone is dancing to Geek’d Up by Bhad Bhabie TikTok: Zane Hijazi/ TikTok: poochypug / TikTok: Lauren GibsonAlthough the song came out in 2018, Geek’d Up by Bhad Bhabie is trending again on TikTok and the app’s most popular creators are dancing to it. What’s the trend? The latest dance everyone is doing on TikTok is to the chorus of Geek’d Up, a song by Bhad Bhabie, AKA Danielle Bregoli who is the subject of a meme (“Cassh me ousside”) turned rapper who became famous for appearing on The Dr. Phil Show in 2016. The dance first appeared on the app in 2019 when creators including the Neffati brothers and Charli D’Amelio uploaded their versions of the dance. But it has since resurfaced and the app’s biggest creators are rekindling its popularity. Why are people doing it? Most people are still locking down indoors, so any dance is an opportunity to waste a few hours learning it. Some fans think this one is particularly challenging, others say they learned it in less than an hour. Who’s in on it? Mariah Amato, Addison Rae, and Zane Hijazi recently collaborated on a video doing their very energized interpretation of this dance. The TikTok has amassed more than 2 million likes and 10 million views in less than 24 hours. Hype House members, Sway boys, and Clubhouse creators are all having a go at the dance too. On the app, #geekedup has more than 15 million views. And almost 250,000 videos have been uploaded using a version of the sound uploaded by user livy.divy. If you’re looking for just the dance, this is the song to search for. Which ones should you watch? Check out Mariah, Addison, and Zane killing it: Watch Lauren Gibson’s solo entrant: Watch these siblings annoy their parents in lockdown:

TikTok Trends: Why people are turning themselves into Vogue cover stars TikTok: James Charles/ TikTok: Danielle Cohn/ TikTok: Zane HijaziWho doesn’t want to one day be on the cover of Vogue? TikTok stars are taking the initiative and doing it themselves. What’s the trend? TikTokkers are editing their photoshoots and selfies to look like they’re on the cover of Vogue magazine. Some have taken old photoshoots and edited the Vogue logo into them, and others have taken artistic pictures especially to suit the trend. Montages are usually posted alongside a remix of Out West by JACKBOYS feat. Young Thug or with the tag #voguechallenge. Why is it happening? There’s something about the Vogue logo at the top of an image that instantly makes it look more classy and impressive. And for those who only dream of one day gracing the magazine cover, a simple edit will do the trick for the time being. Lots of creators are having fun editing amateurs pictures into something cool and are taking it as an opportunity for self-love and body positivity. The challenge appears to have spread from Twitter where black creators are making their own renditions of Vogue covers after Anna Wintour said that Vogue had not done enough to “give space to Black creators.” Who’s in on it? Creators with a host of photoshoots they can already pick from are lucky enough to be able to smash this trend. James Charles, Amelie Zilber, Danielle Cohn, and Riley Hubatka are among the most popular accounts who are editing themselves onto Vogue covers – although these four are already models. You can also check out montages from Zane Hijazi, Toddy Smith, and Alex French. What are the best ones? Body-positive influencer Anna ‘glitterandlazers’ O’Brien worshipped summer with her collection of covers. Spanish creator Papi Kunno mixed things up with colorful backgrounds. Photographer Derrek Harris turned a stranger into a cover star. Are there similar trends? Some people are using the same audio to imagine what paparazzi pictures of them might look like. Creators are getting photoshoots of them stepping out of cars, walking out of buildings, or putting their hands up to the camera.

TikTok trend of being fake arrested criticized for bizarre viral videos TikTok: GageBills/UnsplashTikTok users have started an unusual trend where they fake being arrested, but not everyone is best pleased by it. For the longest time, videos on TikTok were all about showing off someone’s artistic skills. You’d regularly find talented singers, dancers, and artists with a few swipes. Now, the video-sharing platform resembles Vine in its heyday, with a focus now being placed on skits and attempts at pranks that could see a video explode in views and ultimately go viral. There have been plenty of strange trends over the last few months, but the newest – one where users are faking being arrested – has raised a few eyebrows of its own. TikTok’s fake arrest trend Pretending to get arrested is nothing new for the internet, it’s been a longtime prank, but it’s usually used to get a reaction out of a group of people. In this new trend, TikTokers are pretending to be arrested in private before turning around making glances at the camera – usually changing the whole vibe of the post. Some of the posts have racked up a few million views, with some viewers believing it’s completely real, while others can’t believe that it’s not been outed as a fake. There are others that are openly roasting the trend and taking shots at the TikTokers too. “The only crime they committed was this video,” said one viewer. “So, you just opened ur phone and thought this was okay to post,” added another. Some other viewers questioned how the videos had gone viral, given that there isn’t really a trend name or hashtag attached to it. As embarrassed as some viewers might be of the posts, they show no sign of stopping as the posts continue to stack up and achieve pretty big views. Who knows where it might go from here, but not everyone is falling for them.

TikTok Trends: Creators are “accidentally” throwing water at their loved ones TikTok: Joe Mele / TikTok: Colleen Ballinger/ TikTok: Tia DunhamBrent Rivera and Colleen Ballinger are among the creators throwing water at their friends and family in one of the latest trends to blow up on TikTok, and we’ve got everything there is to know about it. What’s the trend? In an example of simple, but effective comedy, creators on TikTok are pranking their friends and loved ones by “accidentally” spilling water all over them to a sound called Watchu You Doin’ by Mr. Hotspot and Toosi or “Ah Eh” as the audio is titled on the app itself. The audio isn’t new, and there are already 1.5m TikToks using it. Creators have used the sound for comedic effect in a number of different scenarios since the beginning of last year, such as taking off false eyelashes or dipping cookies in milk, but the theme of spilling water has grown in the last couple of weeks. Who’s in on it? The vast majority of videos involve parents pranking their kids resulting in some hilarious stunned faces from babies and toddlers, often titled “no babies were harmed in the making of this video”. In some cases, it’s the other way around with kids pranking their own parents. Colleen Ballinger, aka. Miranda Sings, tried it out with her baby who seemed to enjoy being splashed with water. Colleen captioned it “Sooo @itjojosiwa text me and told me I had to try this with my baby… he LOVED IT,” and so did 5.3m others who liked the video. Others have tried it on their pets – Jason Derulo pranked his own dogs – and other creators just used it to prank people. Brent Rivera, Keemokazi, Lance Stewart, Corinna Kopf, and Taylor Holder have all chucked water over their friends. Which are the best ones? Watch this baby look ultra shocked and speechless Check out Lance Stewart using a full bucket of water Here’s Joe Mele making his Dad a little bit mad If you’re looking for a wholesome laugh, this is the trend for you. Search through #momsoftiktok for an amazing selection of stunned baby faces.

TikTok tourist stopped by police for not wearing shirt after swimming TikTok: ShearingShedVlogsA tourist on TikTok was stopped by Japanese police after not wearing his shirt around town after he had finished swimming. When traveling out of your home country, it’s to be expected that you might unknowingly do something that local residents, or even the government, frown upon. Australian TikToker shearingshedvlogs recently had a run in with the police in Japan after he was spotted walking around the city without his shirt on after swimming. He uploaded the interaction to TikTok and promptly went viral on the short-form video platform. Aussie tourist stopped by Japanese police Uploaded on August 20, ShearingShed’s clip shows how he and the police used Google Translate to communicate with each other. After being asked if he was walking around without a shirt on, the TikToker confirmed that he was and that he had just left the beach. “You are not allowed to be naked above the waste in town,” the officer replied. Alongside the seven million views the clip has received since it was posted, tons of users took to the comments to share their thoughts on the situation. “Nice of you to apologize. They seemed very kind,” one user said. Another commented: “Very polite of you both, I like to see normal interactions and no attitude.” “Japanese police are so understanding other countries should take notes,” another user replied. The tourist went on to check out the rest of Japan as planned, but it’s safe to say he’ll put his shirt on immediately if he goes swimming again. For more news and other viral entertainment stories, head over to check out our coverage.

TikTok trainspotter Francis Bourgeois & Rosalia surprise fans with unexpected collab TikTok: francis.bourgeois / Instagram: rosalia.vtViral TikTok trainspotter Francis Bourgeois surprised his millions of followers when he teamed up with popular singer Rosalía for an iconic video. Francis Bourgeois is one of the most beloved creators on TikTok, and in his time on the platform, he’s garnered over two million followers for his wholesome videos reacting to trains, with a camera attached to his head to film his reactions up close. In a video uploaded on March 23, Francis revealed that he had gone to King’s Cross Station in London, when he ‘happened to’ see popular singer-songwriter Rosalía also standing on the platform. “Hang on a minute, isn’t that Rosalía?” he said, before adding, “I’m going to go say hello to her. I love her music.” After the two stars had a brief conversation, they watched the Class 91s together, waving as the train passed them by. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load Fans were totally surprised by the rather unexpected collaboration, and reacted to the short video in the comment section. “Crossover that wasn’t expected. But much appreciated,” one user wrote, with another comment reading, “bruh what life is this man living” getting over 5000 likes. “We are getting the craziest crossovers here,” said a different user. This isn’t even the first time that Francis has collaborated with someone totally unexpected. In January, Joe Jonas even appeared in a couple of TikToks on the trainspotter’s account, much to fans’ surprise and delight, garnering millions of views. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load It’s clear that fans loved seeing Francis and Rosalía appear in a video together, with the clip garnering hundreds of thousands of views, and it’s got viewers even more excited to see which huge stars he’ll end up collaborating with in the future.

TikTok to clamp down on “hateful” content after Andrew Tate investigation TikTok/UnsplashTikTok has confirmed that it will be clamping down on “misogyny and other hateful ideologies” after an investigation into the platform revealed just how much content that violates guidelines is being promoted. As TikTok has become a huge part of many social media users’ daily routines, it has become home to a huge amount of content that spans plenty of different interests. Plenty of the posts uploaded to TikTok are pretty harmless – with things like food recipes, travel ideas, and optical illusion videos regularly going viral in a big way. Though, there is also plenty of content that raises a eyebrows as well. On August 6th, The Guardian revealed that they had conducted an investigation to see just how much content that is supposed to be banned is actually being promoted through the platform’s algorithm. TikTok clamping down on hateful content In their report, The Guardian noted that they’d created a fresh account built for a teenage male and found that they’d been “flooded” with video recommendations centered around Andrew Tate – who has sparked controversy across social media for his ‘misogynistic views’ and takes. Some of the videos that were being recommended to the TikTok account are in violation of TikTok’s guidelines on hateful idelogy and hateful behaviour. Though, there are plenty of accounts pushing out the content. As of result, TikTok confirmed that they’ll be looking to set things staright. “Misogyny and other hateful ideologies and behaviours are not tolerated on TikTok, and we are working to review this content and take action against violations of our guidelines,” they told The Guardian. “We continually look to strengthen our policies and enforcement strategies, including adding more safeguards to our recommendation system.” There are no further details about how they may take attack, but as we’ve seen previously, videos linked to certain hashtags can be wiped in an instant. It may be a continual battle for TikTok’s admins to strike the content down, so we’ll just have to keep an eye on things.

TikTok to be fined after breaching child privacy regulations Solen Feyissa/UnsplashTikTok is set to be fined after it was found to be in breach of EU data protection rules that protect the privacy of children on social media. The social media giant was charged by the European Data Protection Board for violating regulations that stop platforms from processing childrens’ data. TikTok has been under investigation in the EU since 2021, when concerns that the Chinese-owned company wasn’t in line with the law were first raised in Ireland. TikTok could be fined more than £1 million by EU The European Data Protection Board found that TikTok had breached the Digital Services Act, which prevents large social media platforms from overlooking criminal activity, and demands that they share data with authorities. However, when TikTok performed a “voluntary stress test” to see if the company was behaving appropriately, the EU found that they were not fully compliant with EU law. TikTok recently announced a wave of new features for European users that would bring the site in line with these restrictions. These new changes are set to be in place by the end of August. TikTok had also previously been fined over £12 million in the UK for illegally processing data from children, some as young as 13. Time will tell if the company can clean up its act and behave responsibly. For more news and updates on TikTok, check out the TikToker found guilty of murder after a fatal car chase.

TikTok to begin trials for new 15-minute videos Unsplash: May GauthierSocial media platform TikTok will be starting a trial phase of 15-minute video uploads, according to reports from TechCrunch. TikTok has firmly cemented itself as the premier social media platform for short-form content, with the vast majority of videos being uploaded to the app being shorter than a minute. This has done wonders for the site and its ability to rapidly produce content, and it’s a big part of how TikTok was able to grow so quickly, especially over the pandemic. However, it now looks like TikTok has plans to introduce features that would allow for more flexibility when creating content for the site, like making videos significantly longer than they’ve been previously, all the way up to 15 minutes. TikTok outlines plans to expand into long-form video content The social media titan revealed the new approach, which would increase the video limit from 10 minutes to 15, which means creators will no longer be forced to split videos between two uploads. It’s unclear how successful the trial will be, seeing as the average engagement time for a single TikTok is extremely low. Still, the change may appeal to certain viewers, and any additional watch time is good news for TikTok. The trial marks another significant development in the rivalry between TikTok and YouTube, the largest video content sites in the world, both of which have made encroachments on the others’ territory. YouTube shorts took clear inspiration from TikTok’s short, vertical formatting, while TikTok’s expanded video length and support for individual creators is a page right out of YouTube’s book. Only time will tell if the new feature manages to stick, but whatever happens, it looks like TikTok has no intentions of slowing down its expansion. For more news and updates on TikTok’s latest videos, check out our guide to the Beckham test trend.

TikTok’s ‘That’s Not My Name’ trend: The Ting Tings respond as iconic song goes viral again YouTube: The Ting TingsThe Ting Tings, the artists behind viral hit ‘That’s Not My Name,’ have responded to the song going viral on TikTok nearly 15 years after its original release. TikTok is well known for its abundance of viral trends, and many of them have been inspired by particular songs. Sometimes these are brand new songs that have just made their way onto the charts, and other times it’s a throwback hit that gets a new lease of life on the viral app. At the start of 2022, English pop duo The Ting Ting’s song ‘That’s Not My Name’ which was originally released in 2008 sparked a new viral trend, where people revealed some of the nicknames they’ve been called over the years. This even led to multiple huge celebrities making videos of their own, including Will Smith, Reese Witherspoon, Drew Barrymore, and more. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load Now, speaking to the BBC, Katie White and Jules De Martino have revealed their thoughts on the song going viral on TikTok. They explained that they weren’t aware when the trend initially started going viral, although they had noticed a bit more activity on their social media channels. “After a week or two, a friend said, ‘You know how many people are doing it? You should really have a look’,” White said. “And, yeah, we looked at it and it’s just been amazing seeing it growing.” De Martino added: “Our phones just lit up and everything started going crazy again. We looked into it and we loved it.” They also expressed hope that some newfound fans from TikTok will give their upcoming album a listen, now that ‘That’s Not My Name’ has become such a huge hit on the app.

TikTok ‘time traveler’ from 2027 goes viral with eerie “proof” videos TikTok: unicosobrevivienteA TikToker is going viral after claiming they’re a time traveler from the year 2027 in which they are the sole human survivor, posting eerie videos of empty streets as ‘proof.’ TikTok has seen its fair share of viral content over the years, with some videos being more bizarre than others. Although some users get famous on the app for their dancing or lip-syncing skills, others have gone viral for very different reasons. One strange trend that continues to crop up is ‘time traveler’ accounts. This has included a number of different people who claim to be from either the near or distant future, who post rather specific predictions for events that will happen in the future or show videos as ‘proof’ of what it looks like. While some make it clear they’re doing it as a joke or for a narrative game, others appear to present their accounts as though they’re the real deal. User ‘unicosobreviviente’ or ‘lone survivor’ is a TikToker claiming to be from the year 2027, in which they are the last person left on a deserted Earth. The verified user has over 6.5 million followers, which he’s garnered from posting videos of apparently abandoned places to prove that he is the last human left in 2027. From empty streets to vacant hotels, this user is getting hundreds and thousands of likes and views for the clips. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load However, people are not convinced that it’s real, and have been flooding the videos with comments challenging the claims made about the future. “If you’re the last human on Earth then why are the traffic lights still on? How is there still electricity?” one user questioned. Another wrote: “My garden gets overgrown in less than a week but all the landscaping here remains perfect with no tending…” Many have been asking them to go live on either TikTok or Instagram to give definitive proof, but others have already made up their minds about whether it’s real or fake.

TikTok teacher arrested for filming explicit video with underage fan & giving her STDs Facebook/TeacherLukeRockwell/A viral TikTok teacher has been arrested in Bangkok, Thailand for alleging filming a sex act with a 16-year-old fan and giving her STDs. Luke Rockwell, a former English teacher at Bangkok Christian College, is being accused of sleeping with a female fan on multiple occasions after reaching out to her on Instagram. Rockwell, originally from Florida, had grown into quite the TikTok star with millions of followers, and allegedly used his fame to convince the fan to sleep with him while he secretly recorded the acts. While the Florida man originally told the teen he was clean, he soon stopped using protection, causing the teen to fall ill and eventually led to his arrest. TikTok teacher accused of secretly recording explicit video with fan According to The Daily Star, just three days after Rockwell and the teen had their final sexual encounter, she opened up about the relationship with her mother who took her to the hospital. Doctors then discovered she had contracted gonorrhea and chlamydia. It wasn’t long after that that the mom filed a complaint with the authorities and police issued a warrant for Rockwell’s arrest. “The police could not find him still on Friday so they asked if my daughter can lure him out for a meeting and we did that together with police presence while she texted him. And that’s how he was arrested on Saturday,” the girl’s mother revealed. Earlier this week, Rockwell was released on bail for an undisclosed amount and has since privatized his TikTok account @English_with_teacherluke. Rockwell is charged with unlawful sex with a minor and recording sex acts. Even though Thailand’s age of consent is 15 in the case of a married couple, it’s illegal to have sexual acts with someone under 18 outside of marriage. The crime of sex out of wedlock in Thailand is a maximum of five years in jail and a $280 fine. Laws in Thailand recently went viral after Kick streamer Ice Poseidon gave his girlfriend a lapdance while wearing lingerie and ended up facing a five-year prison sentence himself.

TikTok slang explained: FYP, POV, PFP – What do they mean? Wikimedia Commons, Solen FeyissaSince the app first gained popularity, TikTok users across the globe have created their own language of slang words and phrases, which can be confusing to keep track of. While TikTok has been around since 2016, the past few years have undoubtedly been the most prolific yet for the video-based social media app, with internet users flocking to the platform to share funny videos, tips, and memes, and to join in on the latest trends. But if you’ve scrolled through the platform, you’ve more than likely encountered a few words or acronyms for which you don’t know the meaning. Some of these are specific to TikTok, and others are commonly used terms used on the internet more broadly. Here are some of the most popular terms used on TikTok. What does 1437 mean on TikTok? 1437 is another way of saying ‘I love you forever.’ Each number in the acronym corresponds to how many letters there are in each word: ‘I’ is one letter, ‘love’ is four letters, ‘you’ has three letters, and ‘forever’ has seven letters. You will see this in both videos and comment sections on the platform. What does 304 mean on TikTok? A 304 is a term used to refer to a promiscuous woman or sex worker. If you type the number 304 into an old-school LED calculator and flip it upside down, it should look like the word “h*e,” which some use as a slang word for the profession. The top Urban Dictionary definition for 304 states that it’s “a way you can call a thot or b*tch a h*e without actually calling her that.” However, on TikTok, the term is primarily used by women themselves and does not seem to carry a negative connotation. What does ABG mean on TikTok? ABG is an acronym that stands for “Asian baby girl”. The term originates from Asian-American youth culture and is used to describe a certain type of young Asian woman who is characterized by specific fashion and lifestyle choices. The women in question typically wear excessive makeup and tattoos, sport revealing clothes, drink boba, and are often perceived as outgoing and sociable. ABG is also associated with enjoying nightlife, owning luxury goods, and being seen as attractive and stylish. It’s an archetype that often emphasizes a balance between traditional Asian family values and westernized modern youth culture. What does accountant mean? The term ‘accountant’ blew up after user Rocky Paterra uploaded a video in which he explained via a catchy song why he prefers to tell people he’s an accountant rather than explain he’s a “struggling actor.” This sound was then used by people with various other hard-to-explain jobs, particularly for creators who make mature content. This audio becoming a massive trend on the platform and one people quote constantly. What does acoustic mean on TikTok? In some videos and comments, users will ask or react to content with phrases like, “Why did [x] do that? Are they acoustic?” According to Urban Dictionary, “acoustic” is used as an intentional mispronunciation of “autistic”, often in response to actions deemed “ridiculously stupid or ignorant” by the commenter. The word is thrown around flippantly, typically following a video of someone making a mistake or acting strange, suggesting a derogatory comparison to autism. Of course, this perpetuates harmful stereotypes and misconceptions about autism, equating a neurological condition with negative traits or actions. What does AF mean on TikTok? AF is an acronym that stands for the phrase ‘As F**k.’ It is usually used after a word to emphasize it in a humorous way, e.g. “funny AF,” and you will see it both capitalized and non-capitalized. Both ways of writing the acronym have the same meaning but could affect the tone depending on the context. You may also see the acronym ‘ASF’ which often has the same meaning and can be used interchangeably. What does airtight mean on TikTok? On TikTok, ‘airtight’ has become a buzzword used to describe anything that is flawless or has no holes. This could refer to an argument, an aesthetic look, a skillful move, or even a person’s overall vibe. The slang is often used as a compliment and is a close synonym to ‘perfect.’ It’s a way of acknowledging that something has been executed so well that it leaves no room for criticism or improvement. What does ALR mean on TikTok? On TikTok, ALR tends to mean ‘Alright,’ and it is commonly used across the short-form video app. It has the same meaning in the Urban Dictionary. However, elsewhere on the internet and in texting, ALR has generally stood for ‘A Little Respect.’ Many have also used it as a short abbreviation for ‘Already.’ What does AMOS mean on TikTok? AMOS usually stands for ‘Add Me On Snapchat.’ You may see people use this in their bios on TikTok next to their Snapchat username in order to get people to add them, but people also use it in Direct Messages. What does AS mean? On TikTok, AS can refer to the TV programming block Adult Swim, which became part of a huge trend back in 2021. Users were going viral making their own trailers or ‘bumps’ inspired by the network, with the [as] logo featured in a subtle way somewhere in the shot. What does ASL mean? Many will know ASL as primarily meaning American Sign Language, and there is a wealth of content on the app relating to it, including lessons, tutorials, and song covers. Usually, in this context, it will be written in all caps. The latest definition that has confused a large number of social media users, is ‘as hell.’ When used in this context, it will usually be written in lowercase. Another popular meaning of the word is ‘age, sex, location,’ though this abbreviation could be considered outdated to some. What does ASMR mean? ASMR stands for ‘Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response’ and it refers to a tingling sensation on the scalp, neck, and other areas of the body that some people get when listening to certain audio stimuli. Sounds that trigger ASMR can include many things such as whispering, tapping, and certain types of music. There are also visual ASMR stimuli which include things like watching repetitive or satisfying actions. ASMR has become its own genre of content online, with creators on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and now TikTok making their own ASMR videos in different styles, often sitting in front of a microphone and responding to viewer requests. Many ASMR videos on TikTok go on to garner millions of views and likes, and the hashtag has over 679 billion views, which just goes to show how popular it is on the app. What does ate mean on TikTok? First thing first, the word ‘ate’ on TikTok has nothing to do with eating. The slang term ‘ate’ on the social media app has the same meaning found in Urban Dictionary. The common term is used to describe someone doing a great job at something. There are different variations of the term that include “ate” which the outlet notes as a common New York City slang term that means the same thing. According to the Urban Dictionary, if someone “did a great job; pulled it off well; had a lot of success with something,” they “ate that.” Occasionally, users will say that someone “ate and left no crumbs,” meaning they did remarkably well on something. What does ATP mean on TikTok? ATP could have several potential meanings, but on TikTok, one of the most common definitions is ‘At This Point.’ You can use ATP at the start or end of sentences to mean ‘right now’ or ‘at the stage we are at now,’ and it can fit into a number of different contexts. Another definition that ATP can have on the app is ‘Answer The Phone.’ This is less common to see in videos and comment sections, but there’s a chance you may see it in a DM conversation if somebody is telling you to pick up your phone. It is occasionally used to mean ‘Aged To Perfection,’ but you’re less likely to see this definition used on TikTok. What does BBL mean? ‘BBL’ stands for ‘Brazilian Butt Lift,’ which according to the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery is: “A specialized fat transfer procedure that augments the size and shape of the buttocks without implants.” Users often go viral sharing their BBL journey and results, or discussing celebrities who might have had the procedure. What does BFFR mean on TikTok? Urban Dictionary explains that BFFR stands for Be F**king For Real. Commonly used by people in the middle of a conversation, this slang term is used to ask the other person to get real about a specific topic. According to Know Your Meme, BFFR comes from African American Vernacular English, like many popular acronyms on social media. “The term has been used in AAVE for several years but was popularized on TikTok and Twitter due to a remix of a soundbite from rapper Slump6s in mid-2022,” the outlet shares. Telling someone to “BFFR” is appropriate when they are being naive, stupid, or denying a fact that has been around for a long time. What does blud mean? Blud is a Jamaican slang term used to address men, and it essentially means “bro.” It appears to have derived from the term “blood brothers,” and it’s often used as an informal greeting among friends. On TikTok, the slang can be found in meme videos and comment sections, as it’s used in the same way as words like “bro” and “fam.” It could also pop up in your DMs, if someone is greeting you informally or referring to another person. What does BMF mean on TikTok? On TikTok, BMF usually stands for ‘Bad Motherf**ker.’ The phrase is often used as a badge of respect or admiration, and it’s had cultural relevance for decades thanks in part to Quentin Tarantino’s 1994 crime film ‘Pulp Fiction.’ If someone calls you a BMF, they are complimenting your style, personality, attitude, or something else they like about you. The term’s application is versatile, but it often conveys a sense of confidence, swagger, or sheer awe at someone’s audacity or skills. What does bop mean? For older generations, the word bop has always referred to a good or catchy song. However, Gen Z has now redefined the word to refer to someone who puts their body on the internet. TikTok user @theyhateonbrian1 said in his viral video that a bop is: “Somebody who posts their body on the internet … or somebody who just be getting around with everybody, who be linking with every dude, who be around all the dudes.” He goes on to say that this doesn’t mean that a woman has to hook up with all the guys, but just that she is surrounded by guys. He gives an example of a TikTok with eight dudes and one girl. Brian continues to say that when a girl posts her “body for views,” she is a bop but it is the exact same with boys. He says, “If you’re a man and mess with mega females, you’re a bop,” although the phrase does get used more often on females. What does brain rot mean on TikTok? Brain rot, sometimes written as brainrot, is a term used to describe the feeling of mental fogginess and cognitive decline after being on your phone or by a screen for too long. The term comes from the idea that the internet is “rotting” the brains of frequent users who are “extremely online” or “chronically online,” leading them to reference memes and slang terms that aren’t typically used offline. What does CBFW mean on TikTok? On TikTok, CBFW stands for ‘Can’t Be F**ked With.’ This phrase is a declaration of confidence, invincibility, and self-assurance. When someone uses CBFW, they are essentially saying that they are at the top of their game, unbeatable, and unbothered by negativity or challenges. It’s a modern anthem of empowerment, often used to celebrate personal achievements, showcase skills, or simply highlight a mood of self-affirmation. What does CEO mean? CEO is a term that has of course pre-dated TikTok, meaning Chief Executive Officer, but thanks to social media the term has taken on new meaning. To be the CEO of something means that you are the best at the thing in question, and is generally meant as a compliment. However, it can also be used in a sarcastic way. What does the chair emoji mean on TikTok? The chair emoji took on a new meaning in 2021 after TikTok user Anthony Mai decided to create a TikTok-wide inside joke by telling people to use the chair emoji in place of the laughing emoji. The trend became a huge phenomenon, and successfully confused thousands as people regularly started using the chair emoji in comment sections across the whole app. What does coquette mean on TikTok? This coquette aesthetic is all about being girly, wearing dainty dresses, and accessorizing with cute pink bows. Although it is often embraced by teenage girls, people of all ages, races, sexualities, and genders can be coquette. Urban Dictionary states that the pretty aesthetic is mainly based on “reclaiming girlhood and embracing a fun-loving, bubbly personality.” While the girlish aesthetic has been around on the social media app for several years, it only gained significant attention recently, as many are turning towards hyper-femininity, with the aesthetic having amassed over 20 billion views on TikTok. What does cousin face mean on TikTok? Cousin face refers to someone whose face seems oddly familiar, even though you’ve never met them before. The term originated from TikTok user eviefsb’ when she shared a video recalling an interesting encounter. A friend had introduced her to someone who looked strikingly familiar. When eviefsb asked if they knew each other, the acquaintance responded: “Oh that’s just because I have cousin face.” “I was like, ‘What the f**k is cousin face?’ And she goes, ‘Everyone’s always like, ‘you look like my cousin. You look like my cousin’s cousin.’ I look like everyone’s cousin,” the TikToker said. The topic was later discussed on the American radio program, The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show. Ana Szabo, one of the show’s personalities, described the term to their listeners. “It’s basically when you see someone and you’re like, ‘I think I know them from something,’ or like ‘Maybe they’re a friend of a friend or we’ve met before,’ but you’re not entirely sure,” she explained. “Somebody who looks… I don’t want to say bland, but like someone you’ve met before.” What does crop mean on TikTok? Asking someone to crop something on TikTok means that you want them to re-upload a video or image they have posted at a size where it’s not obscured by the buttons surrounding the video. This allows people to screenshot or screen record the content so they can save it to their camera roll. What does DBI mean? On TikTok, DBI usually stands for ‘Don’t Beg It’. This slang originates from the UK, and its primary usage is to call out someone acting desperate, overly eager, or just trying too hard to fit in and be cool. For example, suppose a TikToker posts a video attempting to mimic a trending dance but adds unnecessary over-the-top expressions. In that case, you might see comments like “DBI, you’re trying too hard.” Similarly, if someone leaves excessive, gushing comments on a celebrity’s post hoping to get noticed, other users might chime in with “DBI” to call out the desperation. What does delulu mean on TikTok? On social media apps like TikTok, delulu is a shortened version of ‘delusional,’ and it’s used to describe someone who holds onto a belief, idea, or fantasy that seems irrational or disconnected from reality. According to Urban Dictionary, a delulu is “a delusional fan girl/boy who believes they can/will end up with their favorite idol or celebrity and invest an unhealthy amount of time and energy into said idol.” It’s often used in the K-pop world, usually in a lighthearted manner. For example, if a user uploads a photo of BTS‘ Jimin and captions it “boyfriend reveal,” commenters may flood in, calling them “delulu.” Fans who are overly optimistic or unrealistic about a celebrity’s personal life or career may also be labeled this by other fans who find their viewpoints unreasonable. What does DND mean on TikTok? DND has multiple possible meanings on TikTok. It could stand for ‘Do Not Disturb,’ which people may use in direct messages, or to talk about the iPhone feature of the same name. It can also stand for roleplaying game Dungeons and Dragons, which has a huge community on the app. What does doxxed mean? The term ‘doxxed’, or ‘doxing’, refers to the act of searching for and publishing private or identifying information about someone online without their consent, usually with malicious intent. This can range from revealing real names, addresses, phone numbers, and work locations to more sensitive information like social security numbers or bank account details. On TikTok, users can be at risk of being doxxed if they engage in controversial content, express unpopular opinions, or even just inadvertently capture private information in their videos. What does DYT mean? On TikTok, DYT usually stands for ‘Do Your Thing.’ This phrase is an encouragement, a call to action for users to embrace and express their uniqueness without fear of judgment. The term is often used in scenarios where users are showcasing a talent, a quirky hobby, or an unconventional opinion. For instance, a user might post a video of themselves performing a unique dance routine or cooking an unconventional recipe, accompanied by the hashtag #DYT. Similarly, when a content creator posts a video of them engaging in an unusual hobby or showing off a rare skill, comments like “DYT!” serve as a supportive nod. There is another definition for DYT, which suggests that it stands for ‘Do You Think.’ However, you probably won’t see this as often as the former meaning. What does EVB mean on TikTok? On TikTok, EVB usually stands for ‘Everybody.’ This abbreviation is commonly found in comments and captions, where space and attention are at a premium. For example, a creator might post a video with the caption “EVB doing the new dance challenge,” indicating that the trend has widespread participation. Alternatively, “EVB” can be used in more niche contexts, where it might refer to specific groups, trends, or inside jokes within a community. What does FAFO mean on TikTok? On TikTok, FAFO is short for “F**k around and find out.” This popular phrase is akin to the saying, “If you play with fire, you’re going to get burnt.” It’s used to remind people that reckless or foolish actions often lead to predictable and negative consequences. The term can be employed in numerous situations. For example, a user might post a video of someone attempting a risky or thoughtless stunt with the caption “FAFO.” Here, the phrase serves as a forewarning of the likely painful outcome. Alternatively, it might appear in response to videos where someone is behaving brazenly or disrespectfully, indicating that their actions will have consequences. What does FMB mean? On TikTok, FMB usually stands for ‘Follow Me Back.’ This phrase is often used by users who are trying to increase their follower count. For example, when someone follows another user, they might comment “FMB?” on that person’s video or send them a direct message with “FMB” to ask them to politely return the favor by following them back. It’s a way to encourage mutual support and build connections within the app. Another common scenario is when users participate in “follow trains,” where a group of users agrees to follow each other to boost everyone’s follower count. In these instances, ‘FMB’ is often used in the comments or captions to signal that participants should follow back those who follow them. What does FYP mean? FYP stands for the ‘For You Page,’ and refers to the tab you first see upon launching the app. As the name suggests, your FYP is tailored to you, and the clever algorithm on the app picks up on what you’re interested in, using that information to suggest more relevant content. If you upload a video to TikTok and someone comments ‘FYP,’ it means that you managed to make it to their feed, and is a common way to inform people that their video is being seen by others. What does fake body mean? The phrase ‘fake body’ on TikTok is usually used as a way for people to try to avoid being flagged for violating TikTok’s policy on nudity. Violating community guidelines could ultimately lead to your account being banned, so people use this tag in an attempt to trick the automatic moderation system. Many creators use this phrase in either the description of the video, or the tags, but it’s not clear how effective it is. What does glazing mean? On TikTok, ‘glazing’ is when you overhype and over-compliment someone to the point where it’s really annoying and cringeworthy. It’s comparable to being “kiss-ass” and “suck-up.” Urban Dictionary says ‘glazing’ is when you’re “sucking up to someone,” which is also known as “meatriding” or “d*ckriding.” The term is also popular in the streaming world. According to Know Your Meme, it first surfaced on Discord in late 2021 and became increasingly prominent on Twitch. When Twitch streamers like Kai Cenat, Duke Dennis, xQc, and Adin Ross began to use the phrase, it quickly went viral on the platform. The word is often spammed in chats when a streamer is over-praising someone. Eventually, ‘glazing’ found its way into TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube, and has since become a common word in many people’s vocabulary in 2023. Was does glizzy mean on TikTok? The term “glizzy” has three possible meanings that are vastly different from each other. One meaning that has gone viral on TikTok is hot dogs. “Glizzy” has been used for several years, and in most cases, it is simply used in a straightforward way to refer to a hot dog itself. However, it has also taken on more specific meanings, such as when it is used to refer to a situation where someone is eating a hot dog in an amusing or unexpected way. While the hot dog meaning of “glizzy” is one interpretation, the term is also commonly associated with firearms, specifically Glock pistols. The term “glizzy” is believed to have originated from “glock,” a small handgun. There is also a sexual meaning of “glizzy.” While some people may use the term in a positive or celebratory way, it can also be used in a derogatory or demeaning way towards men who engage in same-sex sexual activity. What does GRWM mean? GRWM stands for ‘Get Ready With Me,’ and refers to a type of video popular across TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and more, in which users will show their followers how they get ready in the morning, or in the evening before bed. This type of video is particularly popular in the fashion and beauty communities. What does gyatt mean? According to Urban Dictionary, ‘gyatt,’ or ‘gyat’ is a shortened term for “goddamn” that guys use when they see a girl they find attractive. Usually, the girl has a curvy figure. The phrase was first used by YouTuber and Twitch streamer YourRAGE, who would say the term whenever he saw someone curvy pop up during his streams. Since he introduced the word in 2022, it’s been used frequently on TikTok, often in comment sections and direct messages. It’s also a popular slang term on Twitch. The viral slang isn’t a recent phenomenon, and has been around since 2021 at the very least. At the time of writing, the hashtag for “gyatt” has amassed a whopping 485.1 million views on the short-form app. What does HG mean? On social media apps like TikTok, HG usually stands for ‘Holy Grail.’ It represents something that is considered the best in its category or the ultimate item or idea someone has been searching for. The term originates from the world of beauty and skincare, where enthusiasts might refer to a particular product as their “HG” if it delivers outstanding results or perfectly suits their needs. What does HGS mean on TikTok? On TikTok, HGS usually stands for ‘Home Girls.’ This term is used to refer to close female friends, similar to calling someone a best friend. It’s a term of endearment, emphasizing the strong bond between friends who are as close as family. For example, a TikTok video might feature a group of friends dancing together with the caption: “Just hanging out with my HGS.” Or, in the comment section, someone might write: “HGS for life!” to show support and love for their close female friends. Another common definition of HGS is ‘Hot Girl Sh*t,’ a phrase that has gained popularity through American rapper Megan Thee Stallion, who is known for her bold and empowering lyrics. The phrase embodies a spirit of confidence, self-assurance, and a carefree attitude, encouraging women to embrace their attractiveness and independence. What does /hj mean? The term ‘/hj’ is another tone indicator that stands for ‘half-joking.’ It is usually used to indicate that while a statement is largely a joke, there is an element of truth or seriousness to it. You will often see tone indicators at the end of comments, and they are used to clarify the intent behind a sentence. What does HMG mean on TikTok? On TikTok, HMG usually stands for ‘Homegirl.’ This slang is used to refer affectionately to a female friend or associate, similar to other colloquial terms like “homie” or “bestie.” It’s a term of endearment that indicates closeness, trust, and solidarity within a friendship. The acronym is often used in captions, comments, or DMs when users want to reference their close female friends. While this is the most common definition of HMG, there are some other things it could also stand for, such as ‘Help Me God,’ ‘His Majesty’s Government,’ or ‘Heavy Machine Gun.’ What does HMS mean on TikTok? On social media, HMS usually stands for ‘Hang Myself,’ referencing self-harm. It’s similar to the popular acronym KMS, which stands for ‘Kill Myself.’ The term is frequently used as a joke by those who use dark humor as a coping mechanism for dealing with stress and mental health issues. When a person on TikTok says “I’m gonna HMS,” they are often venting their frustration, expressing their boredom with a situation, or being over-the-top about an unlucky incident. If you are experiencing thoughts of self-harm, reach out to a professional who can help by texting Hello to 741471 to speak to the Crisis Text Line in the US. What does HTH mean on TikTok? On social media, HTH is often used as an abbreviation for ‘Hope This Helps.’ It’s a term used primarily in online interactions to convey that the information provided is intended to be helpful or solve a problem. For example, if someone on TikTok asks how to execute a specific dance move and another user provides a detailed explanation, they might end their comment with “HTH” to signal that they hope their guidance is beneficial. What does IB mean? ‘IB’ on TikTok usually stands for ‘Inspired By,’ and is just one way of crediting another creator for the idea behind a video you’re making. This can be anything from a makeup trend, to a recipe, or just about anything else. It is sometimes used in place of ‘DC’ which stands for ‘dance credit,’ which is used specifically to credit people who choreograph viral TikTok dances. What does IBR mean on TikTok? IBR usually stands for ‘I’ll Be Real.’ Users commonly use it to preface a statement where they are about to share their honest opinions or feelings about a subject or situation. It is an abbreviation used to express authenticity about something. So, if a TikToker shares a video about a popular but controversial topic, like a new fashion trend, a user may comment, “IBR, I think this trend is overhyped,” indicating their genuine opinion about the issue. What does IFB mean on TikTok? IFB usually stands for ‘I Follow Back.’ This acronym is often used by users to indicate that they will follow anyone who follows them first. While this is the most common definition, ‘IFB’ can also stand for other things like ‘Invitation For Bids’ or ‘Interruptible Foldback.’ However, the former meaning is generally more widespread on TikTok. What does IMO mean on TikTok? On social media platforms like TikTok, IMO stands for ‘In My Opinion.’ It’s a way for users to preface a statement or thought where they’re expressing a personal viewpoint or belief. There are many ways and contexts in which this term can be used. For example, someone might send a photo of an outfit they’re considering wearing to an event and caption it with, “IMO, this is the best choice for tonight’s party. What do you think?” Or, while chatting about the latest music or movie releases, a user might say, “That’s the best album of the year, IMO.” The acronym can be placed at the beginning, middle, or end of a statement, making it a flexible addition to any message or caption. What does IMSG mean on TikTok? On TikTok, IMSG often stands for ‘iMessage,’ and may be used on TikTok when people are asking to chat via the Apple instant messaging app. It can also stand for ‘iMessage Games,’ referring to the type of games you can play with your friends through instant messaging platforms. What does ion mean? ‘Ion’ is often used as a contraction of ‘I don’t,’ however when used as the acronym ‘ION,’ it can also mean ‘In Other News.’ However, the former meaning is generally more common on social media platforms like Twitter and TikTok. What does ISTG mean on TikTok? ‘ISTG’ usually stands for ‘I swear to god,’ and is often used to emphasize a point you are making. You will most likely see the acronym at the beginning or end of a sentence, for example: “ISTG I can’t take him anywhere,” meaning: “I swear to god I can’t take him anywhere.” What does jit mean? Jit is a slang term that refers to a person, and sometimes to a friend. According to Urban Dictionary, the term originated as prison slang and is usually used to refer to someone younger than you. It’s often used in a disapproving context, as it is in the phrase “jit trippin’,” but it can be used in any case when you might refer to a person. What does Krissed mean on TikTok? The term ‘Krissed’ refers to a meme that emerged on TikTok in 2022, inspired by Kris Jenner. Users would start the video with a shocking fake rumor, before ending the video with a clip of Kris dancing to ‘Lady Marmalade.’ This trend has become a major feature on the social media app and is still used by many to this day. What does L mean? The opposite of ‘W’, when used on its own, L usually stands for ‘lose’ or ‘loser.’ People often use it to comment on people’s fails, and can be seen in comments sections across not just TikTok, but YouTube, Twitter, and more. What does LWK mean? LWK is an acronym for ‘Low Key.’ This term is typically used to subtly indicate agreement or to express a mild, understated, or subdued feeling or opinion about something. It’s derived from the slang term “low key,” which has been widely used informally to describe something that is intentionally kept quiet or not emphasized. What does mid mean? ‘Mid’ on TikTok is used as a way to describe something as unimpressive, mediocre, or of poor quality. The term was popularized on the app after a video of pro wrestler Maxwell Jacob Friedman went viral, with him saying: “It’s called the Midwest, because every single thing in it is mid.” What does ML mean on TikTok? ML can have a few different meanings on social media. One of the most common usages is as an abbreviation of ‘My Love.’ This is used as a term of endearment, though does not necessarily have to be romantic, and you will usually see this used in direct messages. Another possible meaning is ‘Much Love,’ which is just used as a way of sending your love and appreciation to someone. Other users have also reported using ML to mean ‘Mega Lose’ or ‘Massive Lose,’ so the meaning of the acronyms will change depending on the context. What does mog mean on TikTok? Mog is short for “man of God,” which itself has a sort of dual meaning on the platform. For many Christians, the acronym can be used quite literally. These people are simply describing themselves as people who believe in God, and live their lives accordingly. However, some use the slang word to instead refer to a man who looks good from every angle and is generally more attractive than the men around them. “Mogging” someone has come to mean that you look better than them The trend began with men “mogging” other men to attract women, specifically in male-dominated places like gyms. It’s been circling fitness forums since at least 2016, but the word is now being used on TikTok to describe women too. What does moots mean? ‘Moots’ is an abbreviation of the word ‘mutuals’ and refers to a person that you follow that also follows you back. This term is very popular on TikTok, but is not exclusive to the platform, with the word also being hugely popular over on Twitter. What does MYF mean on TikTok MYF is usually short for ‘My Fault.’ This abbreviation is often used in comments or captions when users want to acknowledge a mistake or take responsibility for an error. For example, if someone posts a video with incorrect information and realizes it later, they might comment, “Sorry for the confusion, MYF!” to let their followers know that they acknowledge the mistake. While this is the most common definition, ‘MYF’ can also stand for other things like ‘Miss Your Face’ or ‘Make Your Face Foundation.’ However, the former meaning is generally more common on TikTok. What does NNN mean on TikTok? NNN means ‘No Nut November.‘ Thankfully, for fans of cashews, peanuts, and almonds, you don’t need to worry. You can consume as many tasty nuts and legumes as you wish during the month of November. Instead, NNN (No Nut November) is about a more personal and private choice – or rather a challenge. NNN is the challenge of going entirely celibate for a month, and some consider it a healthy practice to attempt at least once a year, just for this month of November. What does NP mean on TikTok? The most common usage of NP is ‘no problem,’ and is a term used not only on TikTok but other platforms as well, usually in conversations with others. You may see this pop up frequently in comment threads and replies. What does NTM mean? The term NTM has multiple possible meanings, but it often stands for ‘Not Too Much.‘ However, there are a number of different things that NTM could stand for, including ‘Nothing Much,’ which may be used in response to a message asking what you’re up to. It could also stand for ‘Not To Mention,’ which someone may use at the start of a sentence when they’re explaining something and want to add something on to their comment. There are also instances in which it stands for ‘Next To Me,’ but you probably won’t see this as often as the other meanings. What does OMS mean on TikTok? On TikTok, OMS usually stands for ‘On My Soul,’ a versatile phrase used to express sincerity, truthfulness, or intensity of feeling. It is akin to saying “I swear” or “on my life.” In other instances, people may also use EVB to mean ‘Electric Vehicle Battery’, ‘Evaluation Board,’ or ‘Embedded Visual Basic.‘ However, these definitions are less common. What does passenger princess mean? According to Urban Dictionary, a passenger princess is described as “A pretty girl that has no other job but to look pretty in the passenger seat while her sneaky link/boyfriend/significant other drives“. Another description of a passenger princess also argues that it’s a person who gets driven around all the time and has no intentions of learning how to drive themselves. The term has become widespread on TikTok as the trend for so-called “passenger princesses” to show what the title meant grew popular on the platform. These videos included people, mainly women, sitting in the passenger seat of a car while their significant other drives. In the videos, they show their “duties” as a passenger princess, which often include being in charge of the music and AC as well as giving last-minute directions. Sometimes, it also includes handing the driver snacks. Some TikTok users also decide to reverse the roles and show the driver getting to be the passenger princess for the first time. What does PFP mean? This one is not just used on TikTok, but on many other social media platforms including Twitter. It stands for ‘Profile Picture,’ and many will use it to refer to whatever someone has set as their icon on the app. Trends like the Lana Cult and the Hamster Cult utilized PFPs to spread the trend further across the app, and help connect with other participants. What does pinned mean on TikTok? When browsing someone’s profile on TikTok, you may have seen several videos at the top of their profile page labeled with the word ‘Pinned.‘ This means that the creator has chosen to literally pin these videos to their profile so that they are always at the top. This is usually to draw people’s attention to certain posts, whether that’s to show off their most viral videos, or information that would be relevant to the users. What does pookie mean? The term “pookie” is often used as an affectionate nickname or term of endearment for a loved one, such as a romantic partner, friend, celebrity, or pet. The word is similar to other beloved nicknames like “sweetheart,” “darling,” or “honey,” used to show affection and tenderness towards someone special. These terms are often employed to convey a sense of warmth, intimacy, and fondness. What does POV mean? POV means ‘Point Of View,’ and refers to a trend in which the video shows the viewer’s perspective of a certain situation. People use the POV TikTok format to make funny and relatable content, and while this trend often takes inspiration from regular daily life, some choose to make their version bizarrely specific or nonsensical. What does PSA mean on TikTok? PSA usually stands for ‘Public Service Announcement,’ and on social media, including TikTok, the term is used as a way for people raise awareness about a topic or share some information with their followers. It can be used in the context of a joke, as well as in a serious way. What does PTSO mean on TikTok? PTSO could have several potential meanings, but on TikTok, one of the most common definitions is ‘Put That Sh*t On.’ According to Urban Dictionary, if a person tells you that you “put that sh*t on,” they think you’re dressed nice and stylish. The phrase is used to compliment and hype up someone’s outfit. Another meaning that PTSO can have is ‘Pictures To Show Off.’ However, this is more common to see on Instagram and other photo-sharing apps. The acronym can also stand for ‘Parent Teacher Student Organization,’ but you’re less likely to see this definition used on social media platforms like TikTok. What does Pushin P mean? Pushin P is a popular phrase in the Bay Area and Texas that was popularized by Atlanta rapper Gunna. Gunna explained that the ‘P’ stands for ‘player,’ although it can also stand for ‘paper.’ The term essentially means to ‘keep it real.’ “Risking your life to feed your family is P,” he explained in a series of Tweets. “Putting your people in position is P. Jumping in a person’s beef or situation when you don’t know what’s going on? Not P.” What does RCTA mean? RCTA stands for ‘Race Change To Another.‘ It is another term for “transracial,” which refers to the concept that a person can transition to another race. There’s another alternative to the term called ECTA, meaning ‘Ethnicity Change To Another.’ One of the most infamous examples of transracial people is Oli London, a British influencer who at some point claimed to be Korean and was undergoing plastic surgery to look like BTS singer Jimin. Members of the RCTA community don’t necessarily want to change their appearance to look like another race, but they believe they can manifest the identity using ‘subliminals.’ Many of them are focused on transitioning into East-Asian ethnicities due to their love for K-pop, K-dramas, and anime culture among other things. What does rizz mean on TikTok? TikTokers looking to add ‘rizz’ to their interactions may be looking for romance, as the term refers to impressing a desirable other. Essentially, it is about having the game, typically for men attracting women, but it could be used for any sex attracting anyone. Made popular by Twitch streamer and YouTube content creator Kai Cenat, ‘rizz’ has often been used by the creator to describe his skills to impress women. What does RLS mean on TikTok? On TikTok, RLS usually stands for ‘Relationship’ or ‘Relationships.’ The acronym is often used in the context of discussing romantic relationships, both real and fictional. It’s become a shorthand way to refer to this topic, making it easier for users to engage in conversations and comment on relationship-related content. For example, if someone posts a video about a recent breakup and expresses their feelings of heartbreak and longing, you might see comments like, “RLS drama is real,” or “RLS breakups are really hard.” Alternatively, a user might create a video seeking advice on a challenging relationship situation and include the hashtag #RLSAdvice to reach out to the TikTok community for insights and support. There are other definitions to RLS, such as ‘Real Sh*t’ and ‘Restless Leg Syndrome.’ However, you probably won’t see these as often as the former meaning. What does RMP mean? While RMP can have several different meanings, it is sometimes used to refer to the website ‘Rate My Professor,’ which as the name suggests, allows students to rate their teachers online. RMP can also mean ‘remind me please’ or ‘read my profile,’ but which meaning it is will entirely depend on the context. What does RPM mean on TikTok? RPM is a technical term on TikTok that stands for “revenue per mille”. It refers to how much you get paid per thousand views on your videos on TikTok, meaning that users should aim to have their RPM as high as possible. According to TikTok, RPMs are calculated based on qualified views and RPM (average gross revenue per 1,000 qualified views). Your RPM can fluctuate depending on a variety of factors, like video engagement, the authenticity of the content, and the region in which your video is viewed. What does SA mean? SA on TikTok often refers to ‘sexual assault,’ and the acronym is used as a way to prevent content potentially being flagged, and sometimes in order to remain sensitive about difficult topics. What does sheesh mean on TikTok? Traditionally, ‘sheesh’ is an exclamation or interjection that expresses disbelief, annoyance, or exasperation. It’s a versatile term that has been part of the English language for decades, used to convey a wide range of emotions, depending on the context in which it is uttered. On TikTok, it’s often used to express amazement or admiration in response to something impressive or surprising. The term is usually pronounced with an extended ‘ee’ sound for dramatic and comedic effect. You may also hear “sheesh” paired with a series of “ice in my veins” gestures, where the user points to their forearm to symbolize coolness, further emphasizing the admiration aspect of the phrase. What does slay mean? ‘Slay’ is usually used as a way to compliment someone, and according to Dictionary.com, means “to do something spectacularly well, especially when it comes to fashion, artistic performance, or self-confidence.” It is also a word that has been used in a number of viral TikTok sounds. What does SMH mean? SMH usually stands for ‘shaking my head’ or ‘shake my head,’ and is usually used online as a reaction to express some form of disappointment. However, in some cases it may refer to ‘so much hate,’ ‘smack my head,’ or ‘somehow.’ You may see this acronym used both capitalized, and uncapitalized. What does SMK mean? On TikTok, SMK usually stands for ‘Smoke.’ This term is often used in conversations about smoking habits, vape culture, or metaphorically to refer to someone bringing ‘heat’ to a situation or argument. For instance, a user might comment “SMK alert” on a video where someone is seen vaping or in a heated debate, indicating the presence of ‘smoke’ or intensity in the situation. However, while this acronym often stands for ‘Smoke’ on TikTok, it can have different meanings in various contexts. For example, in Malaysia, SMK stands for “Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan,” which translates to “National Secondary School” in English. Other definitions include ‘Slapping My Knee,’ ‘Super Mario Kart,’ and possibly even more, so it’s important to pay attention to the context the term is used when trying to determine its definition. What does sonder mean on TikTok? According to TikTokers, sonder means: “The realization that there aren’t any main characters in the world and everyone has a complex life, thoughts, crushes, relatives, dreams and mind just as your own. Essentially whilst you’re the main character in your life, you’re also a background character in someone else’s.” However, this is not the only definition. According to dictionary.com, sonder means: “The feeling one has on realizing that every other individual one sees has a life as full and real as one’s own, in which they are the central character and others, including oneself, have secondary or insignificant roles.” What does Sprinkle Sprinkle mean? “Sprinkle Sprinkle” can take on a whole host of different meanings, depending on what context the seemingly new phrase is used in. According to Urban Dictionary, sprinkle sprinkle is “the new slay,” an expression that is used across various social media and entertainment media. The term is widely used within the LGBTQ+ community, as well as the drag community when referring to an impressive performance or appearance. An alternative and popular definition also states that “sprinkle” is a way to “pass on knowledge to another” or “to spread information.” Another meaning mentioned is using “Sprinkle Sprinkle” as a verbal “mic drop”. A mic drop is when a person dramatically drops their microphone at the end of a speech or performance for dramatic effect. However, on TikTok and various other social media platforms, it seems that the most common way the phrase is used is to share a piece of knowledge with someone or share the truth. What does SPWM mean on TikTok? On social media apps like TikTok, SPWM usually stands for ‘Stop Playing With Me.’ This phrase is used to express frustration, disbelief, or challenge in response to something said or done by another person. For instance, if someone posts a video making an exaggerated statement, a commenter might respond with “SPWM” to convey skepticism or to call out what they perceive as a bluff. Similarly, the term can be used in a playful context, like when friends are joking around and one person feels the need to draw a line between banter and serious discussion. SPWM can also be used in response to flirtatious or teasing behavior. If someone is playfully flirting or making ambiguous remarks, you might use “SPWM” to indicate that you acknowledge the teasing and are not taking it too seriously. What does /srs mean on TikTok? When used after a forward slash, the term ‘/srs’ means ‘serious,’ and is one of the many tone indicators which are used widely across the internet. Tone indicators are generally used at the end of a message or comment to clarify the meaning or intent of the statement. Other tone indicators include: /s — sarcasm – /pos — positive – /neg — negative – /g — genuine – /j — joke – /lh — lighthearted – /nm — not mad – What does SSA mean on TikTok? On TikTok, SSA usually refers to the word “a**” backward. It’s simply that word backward, and people across social media use it to avoid having their content censored by the platform for using banned words. Basically, users on the platform type in what looks like nonsense or an acronym so that the censor does not recognize it, but the people reading the post can still understand it. SSA can also stand for same-sex aggression, which is a term typically used for animals. If you have two female dogs, for example, they may be more likely to be aggressive toward one another than they would be if one of them was male. What does storytime mean? A storytime refers to a style of video, often on TikTok or YouTube, in which the creator will recount a bizarre or interesting story from their life for viewers. Particularly on TikTok, people will often request a storytime from a user if they want more context behind an interesting clip, or if they reference a bigger story as part of a trend. The phrase even became a comment meme in 2022, with people flooding every comment section they could with requests for storytimes, regardless of whether or not it was relevant. What does SW mean on TikTok? ‘SW’ is an acronym that on TikTok usually stands for ‘sex work’ or ‘sex worker,’ depending on the way it’s used in a sentence. People will often use this acronym to avoid being flagged by TikTok’s algorithm, which could result in their videos being taken down, or their account being banned. What does TP mean? On TikTok, TP usually stands for ‘Think Positive.’ The New York slang is often used in motivational or inspirational content to encourage people to maintain a positive mindset. It’s used as a reminder to focus on the brighter side of life, especially during challenging times. The term has found its place in the form of inspirational talks or uplifting messages in videos. For example, a TikToker might share a post discussing a recent breakup or failure, concluding with “TP” to highlight their commitment to maintaining a positive outlook despite the setback. There are other definitions of TP, including ‘Toilet Paper’ and ‘Title Page.’ The context in which the term is used often determines its meaning, so it’s important to look for context clues when interpreting TP. What does unc mean on TikTok? ‘Unc’ is short for ‘uncle,’ and it originates from African American Vernacular English (AAVE). While the word ‘uncle’ is traditionally used as a term of endearment for an older male relative, on TikTok, ‘unc’ takes on a different connotation. When someone calls another person ‘unc,’ it is often to point out behaviors or attitudes that seem out of place for their age. It’s essentially a way of calling someone old, either in literal age or in the way they present themselves. The slang is also used to call out men who try too hard to fit in with a younger crowd. TikToker J0talk provides an example of this in his video. He talks about a former schoolmate who, despite being in his mid-20s, continues to attend college parties and pursue relationships with young girls. What does unspoken rizz mean? The term ‘unspoken rizz’ refers to someone’s ability to attract people without speaking to them. Some have garnered hundreds of thousands, or even millions of views for their videos in which they test their ‘unspoken rizz.’ What does unt unt mean on TikTok? ‘Unt unt’ is similar to saying “uh uh” when saying “no,” but it adds a bit more flair to the response. It’s essentially a way of saying “no” but with an added touch of sass or attitude. TikToker @luhwadeslatt3.0 made a video addressing girls and asking them what the Gen-Z phrase meant, suggesting that it might be more popular among them. “It’s like saying no but with a [little] attitude to it,” one user explained. “Faa me, It means I got a attitude,” another agreed. “It’s like saying no,” a third shared. According to Urban Dictionary, ‘unt unt’ is more of an onomatopoeia than a word. “This sound is made often in response to a statement or question in which the speaker disagrees with,” the definition states. What does W mean on TikTok? When used alone, the letter ‘W’ often stands for the word ‘win’ or ‘winner.’ It is usually used to compliment something or someone, and can be a way to congratulate people on their life ‘wins.’ What does WLW mean? WLW stands for ‘Women Loving Women.’ The term is an inclusive way to describe women who have romantic or sexual attraction to other women. It encompasses a broad spectrum, including but not limited to lesbians, bisexual women, and queer women. Unlike some specific labels, WLW serves as an umbrella term, capturing the essence of female-female attraction without diving deep into the nuances of individual identities. What does womp womp mean? Womp Womp is used to comment on something bad or disappointing that has happened or is happening, usually in a humorous way, according to the Cambridge Dictionary. Womp Womp, also known as Sad Trombone, is an expression mimicking the descending sound from a trombone that is used to indicate a failure on television game shows, for example. The term can be used while messaging your friends or commenting on posts, but it can also be used while talking to someone. In the context of a conversation or a comment thread, it can serve as a quick, catchy noise of failure or mocking towards someone who’s experienced something inconvenient. What does WPS mean? WPS stands for “white person sh*t”. It’s a term often used on social media platforms, such as TikTok, while discussing things that white people tend to do more than others. According to social media users, some of these things include saying tar-jay instead of Target, not seasoning food as much as others, and singing along to Sweet Caroline. TikToker meetmattshep also shares his thoughts on what activities white people exclusively do that most other races appear to opt out of. What does WYLL mean on TikTok? On social media, WYLL often stands for ‘What You Look Like.’ The acronym is used as a way of people asking someone they have been chatting to what they look like in real life. You might see this used on TikTok, as well as on other platforms like Snapchat and Instagram. What does YK mean on TikTok? On TikTok, YK usually stands for ‘You Know.’ It’s a shorthand version of the phrase and is often used as a conversational filler or to emphasize a point. It can be used in various contexts. For instance, someone might say, “YK I just love those shoes,” to seek agreement or validation. Alternatively, it might be used to highlight a shared experience or understanding, as in, “It’s just one of those days, YK?” What does YNS mean? TikTok user ‘milesbaguette’ went viral for explaining how he went to the movies by himself and was surrounded by a group of 16 and 17-year-old YNS, meaning ‘youths’. He said he was “horrified” when the teenagers, who were younger than him, began cackling when they saw him alone. But what really set the TikToker off was that he felt he couldn’t say anything back because the group was so young. What does YT mean on TikTok? YT is a slang term for “white,” and it’s used to refer to someone’s race or skin tone, especially within the context of discussions around white privilege, culture, or interactions. On TikTok, where topics range from light-hearted and comedic to serious discussions about social justice, this abbreviation can pop up in various scenarios. For instance, a creator might use YT in a playful video about cultural differences, saying something like, “When YT folks try spicy food for the first time,” accompanied by humorous reactions. On the other hand, it might also appear in more serious or educational content addressing racial biases or experiences, such as, “A day in the life of a POC living in a YT neighborhood.” So there you have it – all of TikTok’s slang explained, from ‘mid’ to POV and FYP. TikTok culture is constantly growing and changing, and there will be new slang and terminology that will rise in popularity as more users join the popular app. When new terms pop up, we’ll, be sure to keep this article updated so you’re in the know. If you want to learn more about how to use TikTok, you can check out our other guides here: How to duet on TikTok | How to Stitch on TikTok | How to go live on TikTok | How to find contacts on TikTok | How to use TikTok Stories | Best time to post on TikTok for more views and likes

TikTok tattoo artist under fire after openly using fake ‘numbing cream’ on client TikTok: MMF_TattoosLas Vegas tattoo artist Medwin Maca, otherwise known as ‘mmf_Tattoos’ on TikTok, has ruffled feathers in a viral video of the artist putting moisturizer instead of numbing cream on a client. It’s a normal option when tattooing to get numbing cream put on the area. While not a necessity, for first-timers it can help soothe the nerves going into an extended session. In Medwin’s TikTok, you see the tattoo artist covering a ‘revitalizing lotion’ bottle with tape before writing ‘Numbing Cream’ on it. This is under the caption: “My client asked if I had numbing cream and I said yes, and so I gave her regular lotion. She won’t know the difference.” The video ends with mmf_Tattoos rubbing the lotion into the unnamed tatto0ee’s arm before giving a thumbs up to the camera. Without a follow-up video or direct information from the client themselves, the video gives the indication that all was well with the tat. According to the video caption “pain level was at a 0.” Despite this, comments have lambasted the actions of the tattoo artist, claiming he’s lying to his customer as well as arguing against his right to decide how his clients deal with their pain. “It’s not even about what you did. Lying to a customer means you’re not a trustworthy artist,” one viewer said. Arguing that men policing the pain of women is a common occurrence, one comment reads: “I didn’t even know numbing cream exists, but dudes telling women their pain isn’t real isn’t anything new or special.” One TikToker argued that the act of placing the cream on the arm would be enough to achieve the desired effect in and of itself. “Placebo effect! Tattooed my feet with no numbing. Fell asleep on my shoulder tat. It’s therapeutic.” Gatekeeping with the idea that pain is part of the process was another divisive point raised in the argument around the tattoo artists’ actions. With the claim being put forth: “Regardless of the ethics people might be concerned with. if you’re getting a tattoo and you need numbing cream, you don’t need to get a tattoo.”

TikTok tattoogate goes viral as tattoo artist faces backlash over design changes TikTok: running_mom_of_boysA tattoo artist has caused drama on TikTok with it being referred to as tattoogate after trying to charge client extra for adjustments to design. Tattoos have always been a controversial topic of conversation. Even though people across the world have practiced the art form for thousands of years, some people and places still consider them somewhat taboo. The latest conversation about tattoos and tattoo artists has taken TikTok by storm, as an artist has been slammed for trying to charge a client extra for designs, with people now calling the case “tattoogate.” What is ‘tattoo gate’ on TikTok? On May 10, a TikTok user by the name of Courtney Monteith posted three videos of her experience with a tattoo artist who had undisclosed fees to her booking process and who Courtney said didn’t design the tattoo she wanted. Courtney begins to explain to the viewers that she’d contacted a tattoo artist she’d admired on social media to get a tattoo of a fox. She paid a deposit of $1,000 for the appointment, $85 for a consultation, and an additional $1,600 as a design fee. Courtney told her viewers she was surprised when the artist gave her three choices of design fees, with $1,500 plus tax being the cheapest, and included one minimal change to the design, and the most expensive being $6,000 plus tax which included multiple sketches with several reviews and changes to the design. “At first I thought that price was going to be taken out of the final cost of my tattoo, but then I found out it was not,” Courtney said. The fees were “optional” The tattoo artist wrote in an email to Courtney: “The design collab is an optional service, for those clients that wish to have more influence on the tattoo design and opportunities for feedback and making changes.” Courtney went on to urge the artist to put this on her website as Courtney had not been aware of the extra fees when she first contacted her about the tattoo booking. The tattoo artist had then mentioned a fourth option which didn’t include the design fee, which she had failed to mention to Courtney. Courtney told her viewers: “I was never told that that fee was optional. She presented me with three options, asked me which one I was most comfortable with. I should’ve walked away at that point, that’s on me. “But I feel like she could have been clearer on the get-go. I didn’t know there was an option four. She never went over option four.” To make matters worse, Courtney also argued that the artist had not listened to what she wanted, as the sketch she’d been sent, in particular the positioning of the fox, didn’t look like the references she’d sent. And when she pointed this out, the artist argued that she didn’t like the positioning of the fox in the reference photos. Viewers reunite in support Since posting the videos on May 10, the first video has gained over 4.4 million views whereas the other two have received about one million views each. Thousands of people have also provided their support to Courtney. One person wrote: “A tattoo artist that isn’t willing to work with you so that you are 100% satisfied with the art PERMANENTLY being put on your body is an artists you avoid.” Another said: “I have like 75% of my body tattooed, from artists like literally all over the US and Canada – never have paid for a consult.” “Never in my life have I heard anything like this! Wow! First paying for a consult then paying for a design that doesn’t include the tattoo? Wow,” a third person wrote. This isn’t the first time we’ve seen tattoos spark controversy on the app either. In February, a woman went viral with her experience of a botched design that left her in tears.

TikTok surpasses Instagram as most-downloaded app in 2022 Unsplash: Solen FeyissaTikTok was the most downloaded app in the first three months of 2022, managing to beat Instagram to the top spot. Within the past few years, TikTok has stormed through the ranks and become one of the most popular social media apps in the world, rivaling some of the industry giants like Instagram. The short-form video app allows clips up to ten minutes long, which users can browse using the algorithm-based For You Page that can often have people scrolling for hours. And it seems that this rapid growth isn’t slowing down. According to Sensor Tower’s ‘Q1 2022: Store Intelligence Data Digest,’ TikTok was the most downloaded app in the first three months of 2022. In Q1 2021, TikTok surpassed 3.5 billion all-time downloads, “becoming just the fifth app (and the only one not owned by Meta) to cross this threshold.” The report also claimed that, “no app has had more downloads than TikTok since the start of 2018.” In the first three months of 2022, TikTok has been downloaded over 175 million times, beating out apps like Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, and Telegram. For Q4 2021, Instagram narrowly beat TikTok in terms of downloads, but TikTok has now well surpassed the popular image & video sharing platform. That wasn’t the only success for ByteDance, the company that owns TikTok, in the first quarter of 2022. Their other app CapCut, a video editing platform through which many edit the videos they go on to upload to TikTok, had its “best quarter to date” with over 30 million downloads. TikTok has become so popular that it’s having an enormous effect on the direction of many social media platforms, with Instagram implementing its own TikTok style ‘Reels’ feature in an attempt to capitalize on the growing preference for short-form video content. With TikTok adding its own ‘Stories’ feature, it looks like these two platforms could be set to compete for a while.

TikTok sued by 5,000 parents, claiming app is “poisoning America’s youth” Unsplash.com: Solen FeyissaTikTok is being sued by 5,000 parents amid numerous complaints about the app and the death of several children due to viral trends on the platform. TikTok is facing a massive lawsuit as 5,000 parents look to take action against the viral video-sharing app over its alleged effects on their kids. ClaimsHero is representing these parents after TikTok included a provision in its user agreement in July 2023 that only allows plaintiffs to file a claim within one year of creating an account, or else risk losing their right to take action permanently. ClaimsHero’s website claims that parents are eligible for up to $10,000 in damages, saying the app’s “search algorithm turns the platform into a drug – featuring relentless violent, sexual, and even suicidal content that targets children as young as 12 years old.” TikTok faces massive lawsuit from 5,000 parents This massive lawsuit comes on the heels of a disturbing incident recounted by Brittany Edwards, who was notified by a friend that her 12-year-old daughter had posted a video on TikTok saying, “LOWKEY GONNA COMMIT Suicide.” “My child literally did a 360, and all it took was for her to be glued to a phone,” Edwards said in a statement to the New York Post. “Somebody had to be held accountable for this. [ClaimHero’s] views were similar to mine in terms of how they felt about TikTok with the way it’s becoming addictive to kids.” “Given this limited window, it’s more urgent now than ever for parents and guardians to hold TikTok accountable so families like Brittany’s can pursue justice for the injuries caused by the most addictive app on the planet,” ClaimsHero founder Kelvin Goode told the Post. This is far from the first time TikTok has faced legal action from concerned parents. In July 2022, two wrongful death suits were filed against the company following the deaths of young children who participated in the ‘blackout challenge’ that was going viral on the app. Both the Utah and Iowa state governments have also levied lawsuits against TikTok, claiming the app harms children and “deceives” parents. In August of 2022, a judge notably approved a $92 million settlement as a result of a class-action lawsuit against TikTok that shook up the internet in 2021, which claimed the app had “violated federal and state law by collecting and using, without sufficient notice and consent, Plaintiffs’ personal data in connection with their use of the TikTok – Make Your Day video-sharing application.” While the notion of the US outright banning TikTok has been quite prominent over the last few years, it looks like the parents represented by ClaimsHero are hoping to take a major stance against the popular — and controversial — app.

‘Blackout Challenge’ TikTok lawsuit moves forward in court after death of 10-year-old Unsplash.com: Solen FeyissaA Pennsylvania mother is suing the popular social media platform TikTok following the death of her 10-year-old daughter, who’d purportedly tried a viral challenge she discovered on the app. TikTok is home to a sweeping list of challenges and trends. It wasn’t so long ago that the app had everyone trying out recipes for baked feta pasta or even trying out viral weight loss ‘hacks.’ However, some of these challenges can be dangerous. TikTok notably removed all videos of the Milk Crate Challenge last year after doctors reported numerous injuries resulting from the precarious trend. Now, another major challenge on the app is undergoing scrutiny… this time due to the death of a 10-year-old child. Mother sues TikTok after death of 10-year-old daughter Tawainna Anderson is hitting TikTok with a lawsuit following the death of her 10-year-old daughter, Nylah, who passed away in December 2021 after purportedly attempting the ‘blackout challenge.’ The ‘blackout challenge’ dares participants to hold their breath for as long as they can before passing out. Anderson is accusing TikTok of having a ‘defective design,’ with her lawsuit claiming “the viral and deadly TikTok Blackout Challenge was thrust in front of Nylah on her TikTok For You Page (“FYP”) as a result of TikTok’s algorithm.” “The TikTok Defendants’ algorithm determined that the deadly Blackout Challenge was well-tailored and likely to be of interest to 10-year-old Nylah Anderson, and she died as a result,” it continues. Following Nylah’s death, TikTok made a statement about the viral trend. “This disturbing ‘challenge,’ which people seem to learn about from sources other than TikTok, long predates our platform and has never been a TikTok trend,” a spokesperson said. “We remain vigilant in our commitment to user safety and would immediately remove related content if found. Our deepest sympathies go out to the family for their tragic loss.” TikTok lawsuit successfully filed after being dismissed The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania initially dismissed the lawsuit, as a judge found TikTok protected by Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act of 1996. However, after a July 2024 Supreme Court ruling about state regulations for social media, a judge found that TikTok’s algorithms were not protected by Section 230. This decision made it possible for Nylah’s mom to successfully pursue her lawsuit again. TikTok’s ‘blackout challenge’ claims several lives While Nylah’s death has been mourned by her mother and loved ones, the 10-year-old wasn’t the only TikToker to have died from participating in the blackout challenge. In April 2021, a 12-year-old social media user from Colorado died after trying the viral trend. Months later in July, another TikToker died in his Oklahoma home from the same challenge. After the blackout challenge claimed the lives of multiple individuals, the term now appears to be unsearchable on TikTok. When looking for the viral trend in the search bar, users will get a message that reads: “Some online challenges can be dangerous, disturbing, or even fabricated. Learn how to recognize harmful challenges so you can protect your health and well-being.”

Why does TikTok use so much storage? How to clear TikTok cache & free up space Unsplash: Solen Feyissa / Twitter: jeremyjudkins_If you’ve been using TikTok for a while, you may have noticed the video app taking up a lot of storage on your device. But why does TikTok use so much storage, and how can you clear the cache to free up space? With so many trends and challenges to watch and partake in, and endless communities to explore, some people can spend hours every day scrolling through their For You Pages on TikTok. However, some have been noticing that the app is taking up a huge amount of space on their devices, sometimes gigabytes worth of storage. Why does the TikTok app use so much storage? It’s not known why TikTok can take up so much room on people’s devices. The TikTok app by itself takes up about 300MB of storage space. But this builds up quickly by other files created by the app, which include cache, watch history, downloads, and drafts. TikTok has not commented on people’s complaints about how much storage it takes up. Despite this, users have figured out a few solutions to reduce the size of the TikTok app. How to reduce the size of the TikTok app There are a few ways you can reduce the size of the TikTok app on your device. The most popular ways are to delete your draft, clear the TikTok cache, or delete and reinstall the app. Here’s how you can reduce the size of the TIkTok app. Delete your drafts TikTok allows users to save videos as drafts, and some people can rack up hundreds of videos that all take up space on your device. If you want to clear some space, it may be a good idea to go through all of your drafts and delete the ones you don’t want. If you decide you want to get rid of all of your drafts at once, deleting the app will also automatically delete all of your drafts. Clear TikTok cache Another way to reduce the size of the app is to clear your cache. To do so, simply follow these steps: Open TikTok. – Go to the ‘Profile’ tab. – Tap the three lines in the top right, then ‘Settings and privacy.’ – Scroll down to ‘Cache and cellular data,’ then click ‘Clear cache.’ – Clear your watch history TikTok saves all the videos you’ve recently viewed in your watch history. If you frequently watch a large number of videos on the app, this history can accumulate and take up significant storage space on your device. Clearing your watch history not only helps free up this space but can also improve the app’s performance and make it easier to manage your content. Delete and reinstall the app Some users have found success by deleting and reinstalling the app entirely. As noted above, deleting the app will also delete any of your saved drafts, so make sure you download any you want to keep before doing this. Many have found that this helps significantly reduce the amount of space TikTok takes up on their device, so it could be a good option if the size of the app is frustrating you. If you want to learn more about how to use TikTok, you can check out our other guides including how to find contacts on TikTok and how to use TikTok Stories.

TikTok stunt couple go viral with fiery wedding celebration TikTok: Russ Powell/ Instagram: Gabe JessopA couple’s fiery wedding celebration has gone viral on TikTok. The pair, who work as stunt doubles, can be seen walking through a field together and holding hands before they are set alight. With its wide variety of content, TikTok has become one of the most popular sources of inspiration for couples looking to make their wedding day extra special. For example, one bride went viral after footage from her Disney-themed wedding, which took place at Disney World itself, appeared on the app. Now, another couple has taken the platform by storm after they were shown being set on fire and took their first steps as husband and wife. Couple’s fiery wedding goes viral on TikTok Stunt artists Gabe Jessop and Ambyr Bambyr decided to spark up their wedding by giving an epic spin to their ceremony. In the TikTok video, the couple is shown standing in the middle of a field together with their wedding party standing far away for safety. After Bambyr’s bouquet is purposely set on fire, sparks can be seen behind the couple. In real Hunger Games-like fashion, the couple holds their arms in the air as flames engulf their backs. Click here if TikTok doesn’t load As the couple neared the end of the aisle, they knelt down as attendants quickly rushed to extinguish the flames leaving them swamped by foam. The moment was captured by TikTok user and wedding planner Russ Powell whose video went on to gain 10.7 million views. The groom Jessop also shared his praise for Powell’s work: “Russ! Thank you for being a part of our wedding! The music and lighting was just as lit as our send-off.”

TikTok stars rally around adorable kid to make his first video go viral TikTok: ttv_btwdudeAn adorable child has taken over TikTok after his very first video went viral, thanks to the help of the platform’s biggest stars — and even some bonafide celebrities. On December 6, TikTok user ‘ttv_btwdude’ uploaded his very first video to the site, which showed a small child standing on top of a trampoline and decked out in warm winter gear. It turns out that the account is owned by the child in question, who admitted that the video was his first one and that he wanted “no hate” in his comments section. “Hi guys, this is my first video,” the kid began. “No hate. Please like, follow, share, copy [the] link. I’m gonna do my first backflip on camera so I can become TikTok famous.” Saying that, the kid did exactly as he said — he performed a backflip, losing his glasses in the process but nevertheless landing on his feet. The youngster has quickly become a viral sensation across TikTok, with the short video having garnered over 2.1 million likes and over 8.6 million views at the time of writing. This might be due to the help of a few of the platform’s top content creators, such as Marco ‘Poloboy’ Borghi, onlyjayus, Oneya, and harryjowsey. Even the Pittsburgh Steelers chimed in with a supportive comment — something they’ve been doing quite a lot lately, after taking up another TikToker on her failed ‘shaved-head’ challenge. That’s not all; it seems like A-list celebrities have even gotten involved, with the likes of rapper Lil Uzi Vert leaving a comment on the wholesome video with, “Congrats.” In fact, the kid’s comments section is chock full of verified accounts providing positive feedback, writing such snippets as “Nice flip, my dude,” “That backflip was fire though!” and “CRUSHED IT!” Needless to say, it’s heartwarming to see TikTokers rallying around one of their own, as the platform has been known in the past for its vicious userbase and rampant bullying, with Taio Cruz deleting his account after being harassed on the app. “Btwdude” has since uploaded three other videos, all concealing his face in a similar manner, where he shouts out his friends, engages in viral filter trends, and even does a front flip to further showcase his tumbling talents. These uploads have likewise garnered hundreds of thousands of views, jumpstarting one of the site’s most adorable users to viral fame in just a few days — and we’re here for the wholesomeness.

TikTok stars Isaak Presley, Sebastian Topete & more leave Clubhouse Instagram: isaakpresley/sebastiantopetePopular TikTok house ‘Clubhouse’ appears to be undergoing some major changes, with at least three of its key members announcing that they are leaving the group. Clubhouse was originally created as somewhat of a Hype House spinoff, with social media star Daisy Keech being the brain behind both operations when they first started. Before long, and thanks to Keech’s influence, Clubhouse became one of the biggest collectives on TikTok, with perhaps only Hype House and Sway LA ahead of them. Now, though, it looks like the house is undergoing some major renovations as three stars revealed that they would be separating from the group – and possibly more on the way. Who has left the TikTok Clubhouse? While fans try to decipher what is occurring over in Clubhouse headquarters, let’s take a look at who’s already left. On Thursday, July 2, three Clubhouse members posted to their Instagram stories saying goodbye to the house and group: they were Isaak Presley, Christopher Romero and Sebastian Topete. Later on in the day, it was also discovered that as well as unfollowing the above users on Instagram, the official Clubhouse Instagram account also unfollowed Chase Keith. So far, it’s unclear why exactly the above TikTok stars left the Clubhouse; whether it was a decision made by the boys to leave or whether Keech had made the decision to remove them. Fans are starting to speculate, though, that the Clubhouse may be trying to become a female-only collective, similar to how Sway LA is only occupied by male stars such as Bryce Hall and Griffin Johnson. At the time of writing, neither Keech nor any other Clubhouse representative has commented on the events.

TikTok stars Nicky Champa & Pierre Boo announce break-up after 11 months of marriage itspierreboo/InstagramPopular social media influencers and husbands Nicky Champa and Pierre Boo have announced they’re officially ending their relationship after six years together. Most known for their respective TikTok accounts with over 13 million followers each, Nicky Champa, 27, and Pierre Boo, 36, made a name for themselves creating content about their daily lives and travels as a gay couple, with many fans looking up to them as “relationship goals”. The two also shared a joint YouTube account, where they had nearly 2.5 million subscribers tuning into their videos, but haven’t been active on the site for several months. On Sunday, July 9, the pair took to Instagram and shocked fans as they revealed they’d ended their six-year-long relationship, 11 months after getting married. Pierre posted a simple message to fans on his Instagram Story where he announced the breakup and also apologized to fans for the sad news. Nicky Champa reveals reasons for their marriage ending Speaking to OUT Magazine, Champa said: “With social media, it’s a bit complicated. Our relationship became a brand. “I want to say I have nothing but love and respect for this person. I spent my entire twenties with this person. I grew up with this person. He’s a very special person and will always remain that way for me.” Going more into detail about why they chose to end their relationship, Champa brings up their nine-year age difference as one of the main factors. “I think as you age, you kind of realize different things,” he said. “Then on top of it, the social media aspect of it and people constantly comparing ourselves to each other and the pressure of maintaining this image. It almost became, I would tell people, like a Black Mirror episode.” Explaining what the breakup will mean for their content, Champa went on to say that they won’t make any more content together, but that he’s excited to explore and find his own voice online. He’s also looking into continuing his career in modeling and acting. Pierre has yet to open up about what he will be doing next.

TikTok stars Charli & Dixie D’Amelio just invested in Facetune Website: LightricksSocial media stars Charli and Dixie D’Amelio are among two of TikTok’s most-followed and highest-paid creators on the app — but the sisters are looking to expand their reach by investing in Lightricks, creators of popular apps Facetune and Videoleap. While many Influencers do one-off partnerships with brands, the D’Amelio family seems to be doing something a little more lucrative. Sure, they’ve worked with those brands on partnerships before, like with Dunkin’ Donuts and Hollister Co. However, they’re now using their combined following of more than 200 million — and the money made off that — to invest in to emerging brands, the latest of which is Lightricks. A look into the D’Amelio’s x Lightricks partnership On February 23, The D’Amelios — Charli, Dixie, along with their parents Marc and Heidi — announced that they have taken an equity stake in Lightricks, a company which develops photo, design, and video-editing apps like Facetune and Videoleap. While Lightricks didn’t disclose how much the family invested, they did confirm that the investment was separate from the $130 million the company raised in funding. “The family are trailblazing the creator economy and continue to inspire up-and-coming creators worldwide,” said Zeev Farbman, CEO of Lightricks, in a release. “It will be a pleasure to have the family so involved in every step of the development process,” the CEO added. View this post on Instagram According to Crunchbase, this is the family’s first startup venture as a collective. Charli D’Amelio herself invested in Step, a teen banking company, during their $100 million Series C raise in 2021. In January 2022, Charli and her sister Dixie were named “the platform’s [TikTok’s] highest-paid celebrities” collectively making over $55 million in 2021 alone. There is no telling where the family’s investment will take them, but it could just be the first of many.

TikTok stars could leave the app over privacy fears Instagram: imgriffinjohnson / TikTok[jwplayer ksH6zuKH] Some of TikTok’s top stars are apparently planning to leave the viral video app in wake of concerns surrounding users’ privacy and personal data, and are now set to join rival app Triller, instead. TikTok has become Gen Z’s mobile application of choice, birthing a slew of influencers who have skyrocketed to stardom due to their insanely popular dance videos and lipsyncing trends. However, in spite of its popularity, many users — and world governments — have expressed apprehension regarding the app, with India banning the site outright and countries like the United States and Australia voicing concern over its potential data-mining. With this in mind, a few of the app’s top influencers are making plans to leave the site indefinitely and join with rival, LA-based Triller, another popular mobile app that boasts a similar premise to TikTok. Described as a “social video community where you can show the world who you are by capturing flawless videos and sharing them in seconds,” Triller sounds like a sound alternative to TikTok — and names like Josh Richards, Noah Beck, and Anthony Reeves are making no bones about their intentions to migrate. “After seeing the U.S. and other countries’ governments’ concerns over TikTok — and given my responsibility to protect and lead my followers and other influencers — I followed my instincts as an entrepreneur and made it my mission to find a solution,” Richards said of his decision, as reported by the LA Times. Griffin Johnson likewise posted a Tweet regarding the matter: “We are helping rebuild an app to be better for creators and the users. We care about your safety, and that is why Josh, Noah and I will be taking the responsibility as influencers to ensure we build a safe and user-first platform.” Fans’ responses to the move have been decidedly mixed; while some viewers are grateful that the group of TikTokers are taking privacy concerns seriously, others feel they are abandoning the platform that shot them to stardom and turning their backs on the communities they’ve built there. we are helping rebuild an app to be better for creators and the users. we care about your safety and that is why josh,noah, and i will be taking the responsibility as influencers to ensure we build a safe and user first platform. we love you guys — Griffin Johnson (@lmgriffjohnson) July 28, 2020 No matter the case, it seems these influencers are dead-set on moving house — but there’s no telling what this means for TikTok’s userbase in the future.

TikTok stars Charli D’Amelio, Avani & Nikita in new Bebe Rexha video YouTube: Bebe RexhaAfter months of hype, Bebe Rexha has finally released the music video for her latest single ‘Baby, I’m Jealous’. With special guests like Charli D’Amelio, Avani and Nikita Dragun, fans are calling the music video a “cultural reset.” The new song, which also featured the vocals of singer Doja Cat, is described by Rexha as “a little time travel to check out jealousy throughout the ages”. Throughout the song, there are countless references to modern social media culture – with the lyrics alluding to timelines, catfishing, internet history and liking pictures. So, it isn’t surprising that Rexha recruited some of the biggest faces in social media to come with her on a journey back to pre-social media times – whether it be the 1800s, 1960’s or the very beginning of time. This is because when it comes to social media, the credentials of her guest stars are impressive. Some of Doja Cat’s previous hits like ‘Say So’, ‘Juicy’ and ‘Like That’ have become the soundtracks to some of the biggest trends on the app. https://twitter.com/BebeRexha/status/1314600970513334273 As well as being a previous member of the Hype House, Charli D’Amelio holds a world record for the most TikTok followers, with her current following on the app standing at 79.9 million. TikToker, makeup artist and actress Avani has a similarly impressive following of 27.7 million. She also rose to fame as part of the Hype House. Beauty YouTuber Nikita Dragun, despite being marred with controversy and accusations of ‘blackfishing’, still has a strong subscriber count of 3.65 million on her YouTube channel. Upon the music video’s release on October 9, the stars of the video got together for a livestream to celebrate – although D’Amelio was sure to take a test to make sure she was safe, following backlash from fans that she wasn’t taking social distancing seriously enough. https://twitter.com/defnoodles/status/1314424097665765378 Many fans have expressed their enthusiasm for the new video. One Twitter user described it as “mind blowing”, “iconic” and Rexha’s “best music video so far”. Meanwhile, another user praised Rexha for the message she put across in the song, saying: “I love the idea of highlighting that jealousy is normal and common, as long as it’s not toxic, it’s just a human trait that is part of being alive, it was always around! Good job.” I love the idea of highlighting that jealousy is normal and common, as long as it’s not toxic, it’s just a human trait that is part of being alive, it was always around! Good job — Joëlla ²⁸ ✨ 120 (@_softlouis_) October 9, 2020 However, the video has also amassed criticism for its inclusion of TikTokers. One commenter on YouTuber said that “the music video automatically became trash when they added in the problematic tik tokers [sic]”, while several other commenters pointed out the irony of Nikita Dragun talking about getting “canceled” in the music video in light of their recent controversies on Twitter. Despite the controversy the co-stars of the music video have amassed, it already has over 3 million views on YouTube and over 360,000 likes.

TikTok stars Charli, Dixie & Addison are losing followers and no one knows why Instagram: addisonraee, charlidamelio / Social BladeSome of TikTok’s biggest stars like Charli D’Amelio and Addison Rae are losing followers across all of their social media accounts… and no one knows the reason why it’s happening. When it comes to TikTok, there are a few major names who make up the cream of the crop. Most everyone on the app knows these personalities, and they’ve made huge strides in mainstream media, too. Charli D’Amelio, for instance, is the most-followed creator on the app with over 141 million fans at the time of writing, and has even scored her very own reality show over on Hulu. Addison Rae isn’t far behind, boasting over 87 million followers and nabbing a multi-film deal with Netflix last year following her acting debut in ‘He’s All That.’ However, these personalities are also seeing a huge drop in followers all across their social media platforms… and it’s not clear why. According to statistics from Social Blade — an online tool that tracks influencers’ follower counts on multiple social platforms — Charli and Dixie D’Amelio, alongside Addison Rae, are currently experiencing a confusing time in their metrics. A quick peek at their YouTube stats shows that they’ve all lost anywhere from 20,000 to a whopping 60,000 subscribers in a month’s time. That’s not all; over on Twitter, Charli has lost around 6,000 followers over the past thirty days, while Dixie has lost a similar amount. Addison’s Twitter situation looks a bit different; the Southern belle was once gaining upwards of 100,000 followers a month, but now, she’s only raked in 1,500 follows over the past 30 days. Over on TikTok, both Addison Rae and Charli D’Amelio are still gaining followers, albeit at a far slower rate than normal. Dixie, on the other hand, is losing followers overall. None of these TikTok powerhouses have made any comment regarding this concerning downturn in their metrics — a trend that’s coming up just as TikTok fans are rallying to get Khaby Lame to the number one spot on the app. He’s right behind Charli D’Amelio with just a 280,000 follower difference… and if these trends are anything to go by, he could overtake her for the title of most followed very soon.

TikTok stars Bryce Hall & Jaden Hossler allegedly arrested on road trip Instagram: jadenhosslerTikTok stars Bryce Hall and Jaden Hossler have allegedly been arrested for drug offenses in Lee County, Texas in the late hours of Monday, May 25. The duo, who are part of the Sway House alongside the likes of Josh Richards and LuvAnthony, were on a road trip across America — leaving the confines of their usual Los Angeles abode to experience different parts of the country. It is now being reported that Hall and Hossler were arrested just a few days after their adventure started while in Texas. Here’s what we know. The Sway Boys have tens of millions of followers on TikTok between them, so it’s no surprise that there were a lot of eyes on them during their trip. Footage emerged of Hall and Hossler being taken away by police for unknown reasons, with social media users sharing clips and images of the events that were ongoing. In a video posted on YouTube, you can see what appears to be the Sway boys being taken by police, with one close-up shot revealing the stars with police, in what appears to be a café of some sort. Alongside the Snapchat footage, Exposing Tea – a channel dedicated to updates on TikTok drama – showed screenshots of the arrest records, which shows Hall and Hossler’s mugshots with information on their charges, which is down as “possession of marijuana.” The records match up to the TikTok stars, but there has been no update from either party on the situation just yet. This is an ongoing story while the full picture is being gathered and the truth found, so we will make sure to update this article should there be any new developments from the incident. For now, it looks like only Hossler and Hall were held by police, though it’s unclear why the rest of the group were not detained. UPDATE: Bryce Hall has seemingly confirmed that he is out of police custody, as told in a Tweet on May 26. He simple wrote “I’m back” before deleting the Tweet We will keep you updated with the latest on this incident.

TikTok stars Charli D’Amelio & Addison Rae are now taking over YouTube YouTube: James Charles / Addison RaeTwo of TikTok’s biggest stars are already making the leap to YouTube stardom, as the pair rack up millions of views in a matter of days with their makeup routines and tutorials. Starting their TikTok careers less than one year ago, in Summer 2019, D’Amelio and Rae (real name Easterling) have skyrocketed up the app’s charts, with the former now the second most followed account. With a combined follower count of over 66 million as of March 22, the young stars are becoming two of the most talked-about content creators on the platform – proven by their instant success on YouTube. Normally, it would take an aspiring YouTuber years to build up a following and attract lots of views on their videos but, for Charli and Addison, their names are already bringing in the viewers, without ever really being dedicated YouTubers. First off, Charli collaborated with established beauty YouTuber James Charles, who did her makeup and discussed some of the pitfalls of her TikTok fame. A separate video of their collab was also posted on D’Amelio’s own channel, and combined the two videos have racked up over 12 million views in just over a day (10 million on Charles’ channel, and 2.2 million on D’Amelios. They were also placed at number 1 and 3 respectively on YouTube’s trending page. Addison Rae kickstarts YouTube Back in August 2019, Addison Rae uploaded her first YouTube video – a makeup routine. It was clear that she wasn’t a seasoned YouTuber yet though, and so has done an updated version on March 19. In only three days, the video has already cross the 1 million views mark, with her subscriber count boosting by over 300,000 in the past 30 days, up to 760,000. It won’t be long until she too crosses the 1 million sub mark, chasing D’Amelio’s 2.2 million. The pair are close friends, but are also in a friendly rivalry to see who can hit various milestones first. It looks inevitable that D’Amelio will overtake Loren Gray to become the number one account on TikTok soon but, with the backing of her agency and the Hype House, she will no doubt have ambitions to expand more into other platforms like YouTube. Addison Rae has also teased moving into livestreaming, even streaming games on sites like Twitch – another booming social media platform.

TikTok stars Anna Shumate & Rachel Brockman reveal new Top Talent House Instagram: Rachel Brockman/Anna SchumateTop Talent House is the latest in a long line of ‘content houses’, announced on TikTok (where else?) on October 10. The house includes TikTok stars Anna Shumate and Rachel Brockman, who have a combined 8.3 million followers between them. Yet another content house has sprung up. This time, the house is made up of four girls who hope to continue to their exponential growth as influencers. Anna Shumate and Rachel Brockman will be joined by Eva Cudmore and Katie Pego, who have 1.3 million and 926.1K followers respectively. The quadrant officially launched the House and in a peppy TikTok set to Ke$ha’s hit ‘We R Who We R’, where they all introduced themselves, complete with merch, a neon light saying ‘Top Talent House’ and the promise of a full house tour coming soon! With the video amassing over half a million views in 16 hours, it is a positive start for the young content creators, and fans reacted with similar enthusiasm. The video was flocked with comments calling the groups “iconic”, with one user predicting that they would be “huge.” With the girls being backed by Top Talent management agency, the chances of their success are already looking high. What are content houses? Essentially, content houses, which is a growing trend among young adults in LA, describe a collective of young online influencers who all live together, grow their respective online profiles and create content across TikTok and Instagram. TikTok content houses like the Hype House and Sway House have been immensely successful, as they have helped launched the careers of the likes of Chase Hudson, Bryce Hall, Addison Rae and the D’Amelio sisters. The success of the Hype and Sway houses have led to other content houses like the Clubhouse for TikTokers (which later split into two single-gender houses after the Clubhouse For The Boys was formulated), the Glam House for beauty influencers and Team 10, which was a vlogging house previously led by controversial YouTuber Jake Paul. While it is hard for new content houses to live up to the same success as the Hype and Sway houses, Top Talent House definitely looks promising. Also, both Hype and Sway have seen some of their members leave, meaning a gap could be opening up for a new top dog in the content house battle.