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Nov 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Whindersson Nunes: From YouTube to Boxing, A Look at His Background

YouTuber turned boxer, Whindersson Nunes, is about to step into the ring against Indian boxer Neeraj Goyat. He was born in Palmeira do Piauí, Brazil, on January 5, 1995. Growing up, Nunes was surrounded by the cultural vibrancy of the northeastern region. His journey to fame started on YouTube, wher

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Nov 08 2024TECHNOLOGY

YouTube’s New Way to Speed Up or Slow Down Videos

YouTube has just rolled out a unique way to change video speeds on Android and iOS devices. Before, you had to deal with a big menu that took up half your screen when you wanted to speed up or slow down a video. Now, things are much simpler! A small, easy-to-reach UI at the bottom of your screen giv

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Nov 08 2024ENTERTAINMENT

YouTube Influencers Shaping Urban Identity in Multicultural Cities

Adolescents today are heavily influenced by social media stars, often known as influencers. These role models can play a big part in helping teens understand their identity. In cities filled with diverse cultures, local influencers might hold extra importance. For kids growing up in a multi-cultural

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Nov 04 2024POLITICS

John Oliver's Election Day Message: Why Voting Matters

On YouTube, John Oliver from Last Week Tonight shared his final thoughts on the U. S. presidential election. He urged viewers, especially those who feel frustrated with the Biden/Harris administration's handling of Israel, to vote for Kamala Harris. Some Muslim and Arab voices, despite their pain, d

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Nov 02 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google Pixel's Now Playing Feature May Soon Show Album Covers

Ever since Google introduced the Now Playing feature on Pixel 2 devices, it's been a handy tool for identifying songs playing nearby without needing to open an app. However, the feature has been a bit bare-bones, only displaying song names and artists. Recently, some code changes hint that Google mi

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Oct 29 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Chalamet Look-alikes Gather: A Sunday Afternoon in Washington Square Park

On a sunny Sunday, Washington Square Park was filled with excitement. People flocked to see who would win the Timothée Chalamet Look-alike Competition. A QR code and signs directed folks to a Partiful page, where they learned about the $50 cash prize. More content creators than actual look-alikes sh

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

YouTube's New Ad-Free Plan: A Casual Test in Australia and Beyond

YouTube is giving its Premium Lite subscription another shot, but this time, it's slightly different. The company is testing this new version in Australia, Germany, and Thailand. The goal? To make most videos ad-free, though you might still see ads on music videos and Shorts. Plus, there will be non

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Sep 29 2024TECHNOLOGY

Song Blockage on YouTube: A Dispute Between Music Giants

YouTube has been blocking songs from famous artists like Adele, Bob Dylan, and Green Day due to a dispute with SESAC, a performance rights organization. This means that fans can no longer stream their favorite tracks from these artists on the popular video-sharing platform. The affected artists also

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Sep 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Dark Side of MrBeast's Empire

MrBeast, the 26-year-old YouTube sensation with over 300 million subscribers, is facing a major lawsuit from contestants on his upcoming Amazon reality show, "Beast Games". Five unnamed contestants are alleging that MrBeast's production company and Amazon Studios created a toxic and hostile environm

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Sep 19 2024CRIME

Uncovering the Secrets of the Kentucky Highway Shooter

In a shocking turn of events, a body believed to be that of the Kentucky highway shooter, Joseph Couch, was discovered by a couple of YouTube enthusiasts, Fred and Sheila McCoy, during a livestream. The search for Couch had been ongoing for over a week, with multiple agencies and law enforcement off

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