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Dubai Chocolate is taking Europe by storm: But is it worth the hype?

Dubai Chocolate, a luxurious blend of pistachio cream, crispy knafeh, and rich chocolate, has gone viral in Europe, sparking long lines and a frenzy for its exclusive releases.

Lifestyle

Backlash against women shaving their heads to protest Donald Trump

Women are shaving their heads on TikTok to protest Donald Trump's reelection, as part of the 4B movement. In reaction, cancer survivors and alopecia victims have been condemning this trend, while Trump supporters have been mocking it.

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Viral hippo Moo Deng releases official single in four languages

This year's 'Baby Shark' has just dropped, courtesy of the viral Thai hippo. Prepare yourselves.

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The biggest celebrity and online reactions to Donald Trump’s victory

“Goodbye, America. It was nice knowing you” Celebrities and social media users share their fears, disappointment and funny takes on yesterday's election results.

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The most viral and absurd moments of the 2024 US election cycle

The US Presidential race has been dramatic and nothing short of exhausting. Election Day is a few days away, so time to look back at the most viral, absurd and shocking moments that won't make us regret this 2024 election cycle.

Experiences

TikTokkers are travelling round the world to try these viral foods

This summer, a chocolate bar produced by one shop in Dubai became the most sought-after food item on TikTok.

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Viral Korean Olympic shooter lands first acting role as an assassin

Having risen to global social media stardom during the Olympics, Kim Ye-ji will soon be making her acting debut, hitting screens in upcoming spinoff series ‘Crush’.

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Backlash against Donald Trump's 'I hate Taylor Swift' intensifies

Trump's four-worded outburst comes just days after Taylor Swift informed her 284 million Instagram followers that she was going vote for Kamala Harris.

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The Simpsons’ pet dog is going viral after the Trump-Harris debate

“They’re eating the dogs”: Trump peddled false claims about immigrants in last night's debate, leading him to be fact-checked live on air. It also led to a flurry of memes featuring animals and The Simpson’s dog, Santa’s Little Helper.

Lifestyle

Meet Floki: The dog who became viral for his crazy volleyball skills

A 3-year-old border collie named Floki has become a viral sensation in Brazil, dazzling fans with his impressive footvolley skills on Rio’s beaches.

Lifestyle

Does this year's hottest trend actually come from a 2007 Marvel comic?

Does this year's hottest trend actually come from a 2007 Marvel comic?

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Meet the athletes who became viral stars during the Paris Olympics

Here’s our guide to the athletes who have taken the internet by storm and become viral sensations at this year's Olympics!

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Ooh La La: Viral French pole vaulter gets job offer from porn site

Ooh la la... When one door closes, another opens, and apparently, the 21-year-old French athlete has been offered a lucrative career opportunity in the adult industry.

Food and Drink

Muffin mania: How a Norwegian Olympian sparked a viral food frenzy

In a country celebrated for its haute cuisine, delicious cheeses, and iconic baguettes, a humble chocolate muffin has unexpectedly stolen the spotlight at the Paris Olympic Games.

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Coconuts & Brat: What’s behind the memeification of Kamala Harris?

From “coconut tree" to “brat summer”, here’s everything you need to know about how Kamala Harris’ campaign is resonating with younger voters and transforming Harris into the "meme queen" of 2024.

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Doomed 'Willy Wonka' Glasgow event heads to Edinburgh Fringe

Two of the original stars of the 1971 film 'Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory', starring Gene Wilder, will appear at the Edinburgh Fringe as part of a musical parody based on an ill-fated Glasgow event that went viral earlier this year.

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The internet is going nuts over ‘Hot Rodent Men’ - What does it mean?

Gen Z want Hot Rodent Men - and they are being very vocal about it. What does it mean? How does one qualify? And how is being compared to a rodent a compliment?

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How did these 90s one-hit-wonders become most played artist ever?

Yes, you read correctly. Rednex, the 90s Eurodance band, have broken a YouTube record to beat Adele's best efforts. And now, their hit ‘Cotten Eye Joe’ has been heard by 4% of the world's population.

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How amateur watchdogs in Venice risk being discredited

How amateur watchdogs trying to catch pickpockets in Venice risk being discredited by Monica Poli, the voice behind the now viral "Attenzione pickpocket" videos, and her political affiliations.

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Who are MSCHF? The art collective behind those big red boots

"Big Red Boots are really not shaped like feet, but they are extremely shaped like boots.”