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“Treat” is probably one of the more popular buttons.

Do Those Dog “Talking” Buttons Really Work?

According to viral videos on TikTok and Instagram, pet dogs are expressing their demands using button boards instead of barking. But is the communication legit?

Y2K led to a lot of hypothetical scenarios involving mass panic, failing banks, and eating squirrels.

Advice for an Apocalypse: 10 Tips From Y2K Survival Guides

Buy a water bed—you might need to drink it.

The Apple iPhone 3G allowed users to shoot videos and upload them directly to YouTube. The 15-year-old videos still exist.

Explore a Time Capsule of Deep-Cut YouTube Videos

A new bot collects videos that were uploaded to YouTube directly from people’s iPhones, bringing viewers back to a time before Instagram.

‘Snackfishing‘ refers to creating and posting fake food products (typically via Adobe Photoshop) on social media to gain attention.

What Is ‘Snackfishing‘? The Viral Fake Food Trend to Look Out For

The Instagram page UK Snack Attack always discloses when a product is a snackfish, but many viewer don’t read the captions.

Gen Z isn’t as tech-savvy as you might assume.

7 Misconceptions About Gen Z

Think members of Gen Z are lazy slacktivists? Think again.

Ready or Not: How Time Out Dolls Went From Cute to Creepy

Are time out dolls cursed? People in certain corners of the internet seem to think so.

Brain rot can be a consequence of too much TikTok.

‘Brain Rot’ Is the Word of 2024, According to Oxford

The phrase for being terminally online is not flattering, but it is Oxford’s Word of the Year.

The ”Reset Suggested Content” feature will be a much-needed change to the app.

Sick of Your Instagram Algorithm? Meta Is Testing a Way to Reset It

Meta is currently testing a new feature that will give users a fresh start.

The online database covers nearly all the fossils discovered in New Zealand.

New Zealand Is the First Country to Open Its Fossil Database to the Public

New Zealand’s open-access fossil database makes it easier for scientists to collaborate.

Bluesky is seeing a massive influx of users.

Migrating to Bluesky? This Extension Finds Your X Followers on the App

If you’re having trouble finding all of your X followers on Bluesky, Sky Follower Bridge will save the day.

The website expands the feature to non-Premium users.

How to Use YouTube’s New Sleep Timer Feature

The feature—once only available to Premium users—pauses videos automatically after a set time.

Moo Deng continues to delight people through song.

Moo Deng the Viral Pygmy Hippo Has Inspired a Thai Pop Song

Just when you thought Moo Deng couldn’t get any cuter, GMM Music releases this banger.

Passwords aren’t very secure these days.

It’s No ‘Secret’: The Most Common Passwords in 2024 Will Leave You Dumbfounded

Despite advice about strong passwords, we’re still using ‘qwerty123.’

Most folks don't like it—so here's what to do about it.

5 Easy Hacks for Getting AI Out of Your Google Search Results

Tired of seeing AI-generated responses at the top of each Google search engine results page? From how to set up a custom Google search engine to using specific operator codes, these hacks will come in handy.

An obscure song has stumped internet detectives for years.

The Origins of the Internet’s Most Mysterious Song Have Been Revealed

An obscure German new wave song has stumped internet sleuths for years. One of them finally cracked the case.

Maybe you’ll find your major on the list.

The 50 Most Popular College Majors, According to Web Searches

According to Google data, these are the top majors people are researching.

Mudita Kompakt: The minimalist E Ink Phone

This Grayscale, E-ink Smartphone Could Be the Solution to Your Screen Addiction

The Mudita Kompakt smartphone is designed to be less stimulating to the senses.

What does your research method say about you?

Hunters, Dancers, and Busybodies: New Study Examines the Three Main Internet Research Styles

Your online research method may say something about you.

Be honest—how many words did you already know?

The 10 Most-Searched Slang Terms in 2024

Are all these new slang terms confusing you? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

15 Hilariously Terrible Reviews of Wonderful Museums

From the Philadelphia Museum of Art to the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, no institution is safe from terrible reviews.

Remember Google Buzz? (Don't worry, we almost didn't either.)

11 Old Social Media Platforms You Probably Forgot Existed

Still miss your old Friendster account? Discover why that and other once-popular social media platforms got discontinued here.

The inspiration for your next costume might be on this list.

The 25 Most Popular Halloween Costumes of 2024

Costume inspiration varies widely, from musical artists to video game characters.

Merriam-Webster Adds ‘Beach Read,’ ‘IDGAF,’ and 24 More New Words to the Dictionary

Here are some highlights from Merriam-Webster’s latest slate of additions.

French playing cards use ‘R’ and ‘D’ instead of ‘K’ and ‘Q.’

You Can Help Set a World Record for Most People Playing Solitaire in 24 Hours

This Guinness World Record requires no skill—just an internet connection.