Social media in May 2026 proved that celebrities aren’t just about red carpets and interviews—they’re also unexpectedly funny. From quick-witted quips to unfiltered reactions, stars proved that their online presence can be as entertaining as their professional work. Some posts were accidental laughs
Socket, a young cybersecurity firm, has just secured a new funding round that puts its worth at one billion dollars. The latest investment of sixty million dollars was led by Thrive Capital, with Andreessen Horowitz and Abstract Ventures staying on board, while Capital One Ventures joined as a fresh
Social media is full of food ads that aren’t healthy. Teenagers see a lot of these posts every day, and the more they watch them, the more likely they are to like or eat junk food. Researchers asked 1, 002 teens how often they saw food messages from different people: friends, popular online pe
Soccer fans got a fun surprise this year when Fox Sports launched a World Cup commercial that plays with the idea of underdog wins. The ad imagines the U. S. men’s team beating powerhouse Brazil in the final, a storyline that feels familiar to American sports fans. Boston, known for its love of unli
Social media feeds are full of images showing toned bodies and perfect gym routines. These posts claim to motivate people to eat better and stay active. But research suggests they might do the opposite for many users. A review of over 26 studies found these "fitspiration" posts often lead to unheal
Social media stars giving health tips without medical school degrees. Investors posting stock advice after watching a YouTube video. Tutors selling homework help with no teaching license. Both China and the U. S. now say this can’t go on. In China, the rule is simple: prove you’re qualified before
Social media isn’t just for memes and arguments—it’s a goldmine of real-time opinions. Businesses, researchers, and even politicians often turn to Twitter to measure what people truly feel about products, policies, or brands. But raw tweets are messy. They’re short, full of slang, and packed with sa
Social media has turned the look of a movie star into a public guessing game. Rather than watching a glamorous red‑carpet interview, viewers now see two photos side by side: one from the star’s early career and another from a recent shoot. A person who claims to be a medical professional—sometimes
Sociology has recently faced attacks that make it seem like a fringe subject, but the reality is far different. Many critics say the field is too “woke” or ideological, claiming it no longer serves students’ general education needs. Yet these arguments overlook the discipline’s core strengths:
Social media has been buzzing with a strange new trend. People are claiming that a biblical sea monster, the Leviathan, is waking up near Virginia. This idea started after a big winter storm hit the U. S. Some users on Facebook and Threads believe the storm was made to hide the Leviathan from view.
