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‘Dad next door’ exposed as vile mastermind behind hardcore deepfake porn site: documentary

The hotel heiress-turned-advocate teamed up with veteran tech journalist Laurie Segall to launch a sprawling 14-part TikTok investigation series

The ultimate guide to sleep hacks: Which ones really work — and what to skip

It can be difficult to know which sleep tips are worth trying — and which are the stuff of nightmares.

Teen steroid use is down — the concerning booster they're using instead

Steroid use is down among teenagers, but experts warn that young people are replacing it with a potentially dangerous booster.

Aggravating influencer arrested after allegedly skipping out on $400-restaurant bill

A self-described “free speech patriot” and social media influencer known for posting confrontational racist videos and harassing strangers in public was arrested in Nashville on Friday.

Violent men are ganging together to promote attacks on the women who reject them

Vengeful men on social media are staging punches, simulating stabbings and pointing firearms at the camera phones — which they call "training in case she says no."

Authorities warn parents about dangerous TikTok challenge with popular children's toy that causes ‘traumatizing’ burns

A 10-year-old UK girl named Bella had to be hospitalized after a TikTok squishy toy stunt literally blew up in her face, leaving her with "traumatizing" burns.

'Pinky time': The couch-friendly wellness trick everyone's talking about

A TikTok demonstrating "pinky time" has gone viral with the promise that this simple daily digit exercise can stave off cognitive decline.

Insane 'Benadryl challenge' resurfaces — leading to one death and sending dozens to the hospital

Six years after the "Benadryl challenge" first appeared on TikTok, doctors are once again warning parents and teens about the deadly phenomenon.

A viral over-the-counter meds hack supposedly wipes out anxiety — does it really work?

An over-the-counter one-two punch has gone viral amid claims that it reduces anxiety symptoms, but some doctors are uneasy about the unusual combo.

Men are going to extreme lengths for physical perfection — beware 5 trends that can destroy your health (and make you ugly)

Spoiler alert: Meth and smashing your face with a hammer are bad for you. And you won't look great, either.

Kids are so obsessed with squishy $5 NeeDoh toys that they're being resold on eBay for $500

Eat your plushy heart out, Labubu — there's a new hot toy in town.

This viral Halley Kate hair hack uses 3 tools for the ultimate night-out look

Once you do it, you'll always do it.

California governor frontrunner mocked over cringeworthy resurfaced dance clip

"Epic levels of cringe," one user commented.

Stressed Gen Z is carrying around 'anxiety bags' with tools to calm their nerves

Known as the “anxious generation,” Gen Z is experiencing record levels of mental stress. A 2023 Gallup survey found that nearly half of those ages 12 to 26 say they...

TikTok's convinced everyone they have autism — here's what's actually going on

A diagnosis from Dr. Doomscroll? It may be time for a second opinion.

Mom steps up with sincere gesture for street vendor after her son stole $30 from tip jar

Muhsin Sarac, a Baltimore-based Twitch streamer who broadcasts his day-to-day hustle serving food under the username Musa_usa, was busy working the grill around 9 p.m. on March 27 when a...

Popular hair trend can actually lead to thinning and graying, experts warn

While influencers insist one trend in particular just takes time to adjust to, experts warn it could actually backfire and lead to thinner and grayer hair.

Do women need to do push-ups differently? TikTok says yes — here's what the pros say

The latest viral fitness trend gives a whole new meaning to “girl push-ups.”

Easy 'silent' TikTok trend is actually great for heart health

"It helps bring down both systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and when people approach it mindfully, that added sense of calm can further support healthier blood pressure levels," one doctor...