What Is the Slushie Trend on TikTok? Explaining Its Origins

The slushie trend is taking over TikTok. Many people are confused about the trend. We’ve got all the details about why the trend is so dominant. The trends that show up on TikTok range from totally understandable to completely baffling. They can also be either totally harmless or truly dangerous. Recently, a new trend has …

Is Jon Stewart a Democrat? Explaining His Politics

Jon Stewart is set to return to ‘The Daily Show,’ leading many to wonder whether the show’s former host is a Democrat. What are his politics? Source: Getty Images After almost a decade away, news broke in January 2024 that Jon Stewart would be returning as host of The Daily Show. Stewart hosted the show …

What Does Rio de Janeiro Mean on TikTok? Explaining the Trend

People are using the Rio de Janeiro filter all over TikTok, but it’s actually an Instagram filter. Why is it so popular among TikTok users? Not every trend you come across on TikTok will make sense right away. It seems no matter how many hours you spend scrolling through the app’s never-ending feed, there are …

Emily Ratajkowski Quoted Taylor Swift While Explaining Why She Doesn’t ‘Give A F*ck’ About What People Think Of Her

Getty Image In Barbie, America Ferrera gives a powerful monologue about what it’s like being a woman. “It is literally impossible to be a woman. You are so beautiful, and so smart, and it kills me that you don’t think you’re good enough. Like, we have to always be extraordinary, but somehow we’re always doing …

Is Ayo Edebiri From Ireland? Explaining the Internet Joke

Ayo Edebiri has been called an “Irish princess” and “Ireland’s own,” following her Golden Globe win, but is she really from Ireland? Source: Getty Images Actress Ayo Edebiri took home the Golden Globe award for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy TV Series, while her co-star Jeremy Allen White snagged the equivalent award for …

Explaining ‘crying cat’ memes (aka ‘cat crying’ memes)

Since the inception of memes, cats have emerged supreme. Of course, people love their dog memes, too, but part of what makes cats so lovable is their quirky behaviors and many, expressive faces. One example of this is the “crying cat” meme (or “cat crying” meme, if you prefer), which has even spawned its own merchandise. …

Family posts a very chill note to neighbors explaining why their dog is on the roof

If you were taking a stroll through a quiet neighborhood and happened to catch a glance of this majestic sight, you might bat an eye. You might do a double take. If you were (somewhat understandably) concerned about this surprising roof-dog’s welfare, you might even approach the homeowners to tell them, “Uh, I’m not sure …

What Does Skibidi Mean? Explaining the Gen Alpha Slang

Skibidi seems to come from the skibidi toilet meme floating around the internet, but what does “skibidi” on its own mean? We break down the slang. The Gist: The term “skibidi” is derived from the skibidi toilet trend. Some assume the term is used as a synonym for “bad” or “evil.” Unfortunately, there is not …

John Cena explaining ‘You can’t see me’ to a fan’s grandmother is so precious

John Cena is one of the most beloved celebrity wrestlers and actors, but it’s not because of his wrestling or his acting. In addition to being generous and kind, he has a likeability that’s hard to ignore. He embodies so much effortless charm and charisma that even people who have never watched a moment of …

What Is an Ingredient Household? Explaining the Phrase

‘Ingredient household’ is the latest phrase to catch on on platforms like TikTok, and it refers to a house with no ready-to-eat-food in the pantry. The Gist: The latest phrase to go viral on platforms like TikTok is “ingredient household.” An “ingredient household” is a home that stocks up on the ingredients used to make …