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Collina Strada's Baggu collab is under fire for using AI-generated prints
Buyers claim to be cancelling orders from the "eco-friendly" as they doubt its commitment to sustainability.
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On social media, the conversation about pinkwashing and Palestine is amplified
This Pride Month, people are drawing attention to an ongoing and reductive rhetoric.
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The 10 best books of 2024 so far, according to BookTok
From "Happy Place" to "Housemates," here's what you need to add to your TBR lists.
By Christianna Silva and Elena Cavender
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Sabrina Carpenter will give her top Spotify listeners early access to her 'Short n' Sweet' tour
Please, please, please make ticketing easier for fans.
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This new AI fashion startup wants to help you find a new 'fit
Some of the more than 2,000 brands in Daydream's catalog include Altuzarra, Jimmy Choo, Dôen, Everlane, and Alo Yoga.
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AI chatbots are being used for companionship. What to know before you try it
The most important things to consider when designing an AI chatbot.
By Rebecca Ruiz
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The best TikTok food trends of 2024 (so far)
Who could've guessed that 2024 would be the year of cottage cheese?
By Tim Marcin
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Stephen Colbert defends Milwaukee after Donald Trump called it a 'horrible city'
The "Late Show" host knows from personal experience that the city won't take such slander lying down.
By Amanda Yeo
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5 of the best — and worst — social media apps in 2024 (so far)
From Lapse to AirChat, here are the apps to have on your radar.
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From 'End of Beginning' to 'Nasty,' here are TikTok's most viral songs of 2024 (so far)
TikTok bounced back from its UMG woes just in time for an 'Espresso' summer.
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From yap to pookie, 2024's most viral internet slang defined
Yapping all about this year's catchphrases.
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Google is letting you dig through the treasured Vogue image archive
Celebrating over a hundred years of the iconic magazine.
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TikTok may be introducing Snapchat-like streaks in DMs
Taking a cue from Snapchat.
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Another 'Hunger Games' prequel is on the way and fans can't wait
The Haymitch backstory we've been waiting for.
![Actors Josh Hutcherson (L) and Jennifer Lawrence (R)on the set of the film "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire"](https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07nYtWbUVqjst0VROq2yuhz/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717691285.jpg)
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Substack is introducing a new video feature
Is the newsletter platform taking on TikTok?
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TikTok is shipping Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, which could mean nothing
WHICH COULD MEAN NOTHING.
By Tim Marcin
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Stephen Colbert revels in calling Trump a convicted felon after 34 guilty verdicts
"We might be facing a situation where if you can't do the time – and I can't believe I'm saying this – don't do the crime."
By Amanda Yeo
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Trump denies he ever said 'lock her up.' Seth Meyers proves otherwise.
"It's time for the closest look we've ever taken in our f***ing lives."
By Amanda Yeo
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Facebook reveals new plan to woo Gen Z users back to the platform
The platform known as 'Boomerbook' looks to Gen Z for growth.
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TikTokkers are farming likes to force their partners to buy them 'College Football 25'
Getting likes and a new video game. It's a great deal.
By Tim Marcin
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Creators are gaming the algorithm with pronunciation ploys — and it's working
And every one of you is falling for it! Embarrassing!
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