The COVID-19 pandemic brought about significant changes in how people stay connected and access healthcare services. One critical area affected was HIV screening, particularly for high-risk groups. Traditional in-person HIV testing faced challenges due to social distancing policies and the spread of
Ever heard of #BookTok? It’s a TikTok movement that’s turning heads in the literary world. This trend is more than just a hashtag; it’s changing the way we discover, share, and discuss books. Researchers are diving into this digital phenomenon, breaking it down into three main parts. They’re seeing
Antonio Brown is known for his jokes, even if they sometimes get him into trouble. On November 26, the former NFL star and social media influencer took a jab at Kim Kardashian. While many celebrities support Kardashian's interest in law, Brown chose to mock her with a classic meme from the movie "Bi
Social media is everywhere these days. It keeps us connected and entertained, but it also has a dark side. Teenagers are especially at risk for social media addiction. This means spending too much time online, feeling like they have to check their phones constantly, and letting it harm their real-li
Young rapper Bhad Bhabie, real name Danielle Bregoli, has been in the spotlight since 2016 when she went viral on Dr. Phil with her iconic "Catch me outside, how 'bout that? " line. Recently, she's been making headlines again, but this time it's about her health. While heading to LAX, she was approa
Ever wondered how a word can suddenly become famous overnight? Meet "demure, " Dictionary. com's 2024 word of the year. This isn't your typical word—it went viral because of a TikTok star named Jools Lebron. She used "demure" to describe her subtle makeup and mindful behavior, making it a sensation.
These days, celebrity lookalike contests are all the rage online. But did you know these competitions have been around for ages? In October, a Timothée Chalamet lookalike contest in New York got quite wild. Hundreds of people showed up, and the event even got a visit from the actor himself! After th
Jordan Chiles is set to start her college career at UCLA, but her mother, Gina, has faced some heat on social media. Gina recently announced that Jordan is launching a new leotard collection. However, this announcement wasn't just about the leotards. Gina also had to address some scam allegations th
The COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge in domestic violence discussions on Persian social media. Experts didn't want to miss any signs, so they turned to AI for help. First, they used topic modeling to figure out what people were talking about. Then, they combined multiple algorithms to create a power
The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken up how people interact on social media. This has been a big challenge for marketers trying to reach customers online. But it's also opened up new ways to use social media data to gain a competitive edge. This study introduces a fresh approach to social media intellig
