Viral Trends & Drama

TikToker Heston James faces 13 charges after impersonating staff and staging viral pranks at Arizona businesses.

Aaron “Tex” Johnson was forcibly removed from a Southwest flight after a heated confrontation captured on viral video.

Rachel Zegler left Evita due to illness mid-performance; Bella Brown stepped in and received a five-minute ovation.

BAFTA winner Micheal Ward faces two rape and three sexual assault charges; trial proceedings begin in August.

McGregor calls his bar “unbeatable” after fire damages Dublin pub; Gardaí investigating incident as criminal arson.

McGregor’s Black Forge Inn in Dublin caught fire in suspected arson attack; Gardaí investigating motive and suspect.

TikTok could go dark, if China rejects proposed sale giving Americans control over its algorithm and operations.

Users say the app gives women more control in a digital dating environment that often lacks transparency.

A Genshin Impact player cleared Spiral Abyss Floor 12 using an Apple Watch, earning full nine-stars.

Guess ran AI-generated model ads in Vogue's August issue, sparking debate over fashion’s evolving use of technology.

Microsoft focuses on AI transformation after cutting 9000 jobs, part of wider restructuring in 2025.

Elon Musk teases return of Vine “in AI form”, reviving speculation about the defunct social video app’s future.

A Labubu doll left at Karl Marx’s grave has gone viral on social media for the irony of the capitalist toy tribute.

Ironmouse says she was unsure about returning to Twitch after leaving VShojo and amid charity payment dispute.

Bandai Spirits unveils updated RG 1/144 Wing Gundam Zero model to honor Gundam Wing’s 30th anniversary milestone.

VShojo's closure sees past and hidden VTuber members speaking out on lack of transparency and management issues.

Sydney Sweeney’s 'great jeans' campaign for American Eagle draws backlash over objectification despite stock surge.

Nintendo officially states Mario and Princess Peach are only friends.

Kristin Cabot resigns after Coldplay kiss cam video with Astronomer CEO Andy Byron sparks viral media frenzy.

VShojo collapses after CEO admits failure to pay VTubers and missing Ironmouse’s $500k charity donation to IDF.

Tallahassee police arrested a Chuck E. Cheese mascot for credit card fraud in front of shocked kids and families.

Elden Ring Nightreign was June's top seller in the US, outselling Mario Kart World during Switch 2 launch.

Magic the Gathering's Final Fantasy set becomes its fastest-selling, earning $200M in a single day.

Taylor Rooks surprises fans by marrying Shane Fowler in a secret ceremony attended by stars like Kevin Durant.

Nintendo Switch 2 becomes fastest-selling console in US, breaking PlayStation 4’s record after strong demand.

Xbox revises The Outer Worlds 2 price to $69.99, reversing an earlier plan to charge $79.99 for the title.

Janice Turner, Sean Kingston’s mother, receives five-year sentence for orchestrating a million-dollar fraud.

James Doakes reaction meme resurfaces on TikTok and Reddit, reigniting fan interest in Dexter before the new reboot.

VTuber Ironmouse raises $1M for The Immune Deficiency Foundation after leaving VShojo over charity dispute.

50 Cent’s yacht video jab at Rick Ross misfires as fans identify the woman as model Jazzma Kendrick, not a man.

DDG blocks Wendy Ortiz on all platforms after repeated disrespect, sparking mixed reactions from fans online.

Dr. Salvador Plasencia pleads guilty to illegally supplying Perry with ketamine weeks before the fatal overdose.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Netflix deal will not be renewed, signaling end of $100 million content partnership.

Travis Hunter Sr., father of Jaguars rookie Travis Jr., jailed over house arrest probation violation.

TikTok users are recreating Nicki Minaj’s iconic 2013 pose in extreme ways, sparking viral videos and safety concerns.

Fans and reviewers praise Wuchang Fallen Feathers' deep combat, while some find its difficulty uneven.

Pokémon Legends Z-A officially brings back Emma from X and Y, confirming her return to the new Lumiose City.

Overwatch 2 reveals a new Loverwatch dating sim with expanded roster, currently exclusive to Chinese servers.

Pokémon Legends Z-A confirms Mega Evolutions for Kalos, with classic and new Megas set to appear.

An AI-generated video clip has gone viral, with millions mistaking it for a real upcoming video game.

Adin Ross criticized LeBron James for dancing to Kendrick Lamar’s Not Like Us, calling it disloyal to Drake.

Multiple members leave VShojo following Ironmouse’s exit, all members remove VShojo verification from their names.

Trisha Paytas naming her baby Aquaman the same day Ozzy Osbourne died has fans joking about reincarnation.

Andy Byron may sue Coldplay over the kiss cam scandal, but experts say a defamation claim would likely fail in court.

Mang0 says he’s three weeks sober after C9 dropped him and Smash tournaments banned him for drunken behavior.

Pokémon fans are split over Mega Dragonite's design—some love its majesty, others call it a disappointing evolution.

YouTuber Trisha Paytas announces birth of third child, Aquaman, joining siblings Malibu Barbie and Elvis.

Trisha Paytas trends again as Ozzy Osbourne’s death revives the internet meme linking her childbirth to celeb deaths.

Matt Roloff and Caryn Chandler have called off their engagement, confirming the split after six years of dating.

Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert announced they’re expecting their first child after tying the knot in August 2023.