Ever wonder why people online often seem so divided? A recent study looked into this by creating a computer model to mimic how opinions spread and change on social media. This model uses three key variables to represent different viewpoints. It shows how people interact, share ideas, and react to feedback in real time. The study highlights how people tend to stick t...
The popular Hulu series "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" is back for its third season, and it's not just another reality show. It's a peek into the lives of nine young Mormon moms who became internet famous on TikTok as #MomTok. They've got faith, friendship, and the pressure of being online stars. But don't think it's all fun and games. There's drama, tension, and...
The world is becoming more divided. People often stick to their own views and avoid different opinions. This is called polarization. A study looked at how famous people, or celebrities, might help change this. The idea is simple. Celebrities have many followers. If they talk about controversial topics, they can expose their followers to new ideas. This could help br...
Celebrities often stick their necks out for politicians. They endorse candidates, hoping to sway their fans. But do their fans actually listen? In 2016, six big names supported different U. S. presidential candidates. Researchers checked out Twitter to see how fans reacted. They found something surprising: most fans didn't just follow their favorite celebrity's pick...
Michael Duarte, a well-known food influencer, passed away unexpectedly in Texas on November 8. He was famous for his BBQ recipes and creative food videos under the handle @foodwithbearhands on Instagram. His talent agency, Alooma Media Group, shared the sad news on November 9 through a heartfelt Instagram post. Duarte's journey in the food world began in his teens, ...
Jack Schlossberg, a member of the famous Kennedy family, is making waves in the political scene. He's not your typical politician, though. He's been using social media to share his thoughts on politics, sometimes in a way that's caused controversy. He's even been compared to Hamlet, pretending to be crazy to get his message across. Schlossberg is running for Congres...
A local TV sports reporter found himself in hot water after posting a single emoji in response to the passing of a food influencer who shared his name. Michael J. Duarte, a journalist for NBC LA, shared a post from TMZ about the death of Michael Duarte, known online as FoodWithBearHands, and added a mind-blown emoji. Some people online found it amusing, joking that ...
The pandemic changed how people practiced their faith. For centuries, churches and other places of worship had always been open. But when COVID-19 hit, they had to close their doors. This forced many religious groups to move their services online. This shift wasn't just about convenience. It was a big deal. People had to adjust to a new way of worshipping. Some embr...
Shay Mitchell, known for her role in "Pretty Little Liars, " has introduced a skincare line for children called rini, which means "children" in Korean. The brand, co-founded with Esther Song and Matte Babel, aims to provide gentle, dermatologist-tested products that combine skincare with play. The first product is a line of animal-shaped face masks, inspired by Mitch...
Ever wondered who's really calling the shots in spreading national pride online? A deep dive into Chinese social media shows that fans, not celebrities, are the real trendsetters. Over 8 million posts and comments were scanned using smart tech to sort out the chatter. The surprising find? Fans have more sway over stars than the other way around. It turns out, fans a...