More TikTok - Page 9
Back by popular demand: The 2023 Bonne Maman jam Advent calendar is here
Jam on, Christmas junkies.
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Who is Oliver Anthony and what's the deal with 'Rich Men North of Richmond?'
Everything you need to know.
By Tim Marcin
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'Zepotha': The horror movie going viral on TikTok that doesn't exist
"omg u look EXACTLY like that one girl from Zepotha"
By Sam Haysom
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TikTok lets creators label AI-generated content more easily
The platform warns that it could take down AI content if it isn't disclosed.
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TikTokker Grace Brinkly on influencing, thrifting, and embracing the art of detachment
✨ what's meant for you will find you ✨
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What the hell is going on with maximalism design TikTok?
Where does the line between inspiration and intellectual theft lie?
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TikTok users in Europe will be able to opt out of personalized feeds
Introducing the popular in your region page.
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Why does BookTok care about the NHL?
Another week, another internet subculture's mess exposed.
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When did it become OK to film strangers in public?
Where is the line between public interest and breach of privacy?
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The USWNT has the right to be happy at the World Cup
The team moved on, but some were still mad.
By Tim Marcin
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It's officially August (Taylor's Version)
Fans of Taylor Swift celebrate the start of 'August' before it slips away into a moment in time.
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TikTok's 'when you know the words to the song, sing along' trend, explained
It's exactly what it sounds like.
By Tim Marcin
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McDonald's viral Grimace shake TikTok trend actually boosted sales
Happy birthday, Grimace, indeed.
By Tim Marcin
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TikTok will launch its own e-commerce business
Just what we need, another a shopping platform.
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TikTok launches text posts amidst Twitter 'X' rebrand
Yet another social media company is attempting to kill Twitter.
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'Where is my dad' videos are taking over my FYP
Apparently, a lot of people can relate.
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TikTok's 'blueberry milk nails' have the internet questioning trend culture
"America is having an individuality crisis."
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TikTok is testing its music streaming service in even more countries
Music already thrives on the app. Now it's preparing to compete with Spotify and Apple Music.
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PinkyDoll and the rise of NPC streamers on TikTok Live
The bizarre trend is going viral thanks to TikTokers including PinkyDoll.
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Person freezes mid-stride in TikTok video. Is simulation theory real?
There's no clear explanation.
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TikTok's latest viral filter says a lot about our obsession with age
The trend is yet another example of rampant anti-aging discourse.
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Check out the shortlist for TikTok's inaugural book awards
#BookTok community: it's time to vote.
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