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Editorial Staff Jul 6
Internet Culture
Latest Internet Culture stories from Entertainment.
Man Arrested for Living in Forest for Eight Years Surrounded by Trash
A man has been arrested after living illegally in a national forest for nearly a decade, surrounded by a massive amount of trash, and now faces significant legal repercussions.
Editorial Staff Jul 5
Australia’s Spy Agency Partners with Vogue to Recruit New Employees
In a surprising move, the Australian Secret Intelligence Service (ASIS) is leveraging Vogue magazine to attract potential recruits, marking a shift in traditional recruitment methods.
Editorial Staff Jul 5
YouTube Calls on Creators to Oppose UK Algorithm Changes Favoring Legacy Media
YouTube has informed creators about a UK government proposal that could alter how content is discovered on the platform, potentially disadvantaging independent creators.
Editorial Staff Jul 4
Cape Verde’s Vozinha becomes Instagram’s most-followed goalkeeper after World Cup exit
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has risen to fame as the most-followed goalkeeper on Instagram following his remarkable performance in the World Cup.
Editorial Staff Jul 4
JiDion Arrested: Body-Cam Footage from Michigan Incident Released
Newly released bodycam footage shows the moments leading up to JiDion's arrest outside a McDonald's in Michigan during a squatter incident.
Editorial Staff Jul 4
Pattaya Bakery's 'Hair Croissant' Sparks Online Buzz
A bakery in Pattaya, Thailand, has captured the internet's attention with its bizarrely named 'Hair Croissant,' stirring both curiosity and controversy among food enthusiasts.
Editorial Staff Jul 4
Haze Seas codes (July 2026)
Here are the working Haze Seas codes for July 2026, along with their rewards and a complete redemption guide.
Editorial Staff Jul 3
SweetTreatsByAshley and Cake by Kaity feud explained after viral recipe theft claims
TikTok creators SweetTreatsByAshley and Cake by Kaity have become the center of a viral baking controversy after one accused the other of stealing a cake pop recipe
Editorial Staff Jul 3
Weird Yum Yum Yoshi toy uses “realistic” extending tongue to slurp up fruit
A new Yum Yum Yoshi toy from Jakks Pacific has gone viral for its strange extending tongue gimmick that lets the figure grab fruit.
Editorial Staff Jul 3
Sony invests $35 million to repurpose PlayStation disc factory after physical games decision
Sony’s largest PlayStation disc manufacturing plant is already restructuring its operations after the company confirmed it will stop producing physical PlayStation games in 2028.
Editorial Staff Jul 3
Horse named Skibidi Rizz wins second race for perfect “Only in Ohio” moment
Skibidi Rizz, a real thoroughbred racehorse named after Gen Alpha slang, won a claiming race at Thistledown in Ohio.
Editorial Staff Jul 3
Mimic codes (July 2026)
Here are the latest The Mimic codes for July 2026, featuring free Spirits, active rewards, and everything you need to redeem them.
Editorial Staff Jul 3
Marvel Rivals fans are losing it over Captain America’s ridiculously “caked up” swimsuit skin
Marvel Rivals is no stranger to releasing skins that have fans thirsting over them, but this summer, everyone has Captain America’s new swimsuit in their sights.
Editorial Staff Jul 3
Overkill codes (July 2026)
Here are the active Overkill codes you can redeem in July 2026, including their rewards and how to claim them.
Editorial Staff Jul 3
Lego reveals adorable E.T. set with glowing heart and iconic “phone home” pose
Lego has revealed a brand-new E.T. set, giving fans of Spielberg’s sci-fi classic the chance the chance to do their best “phone home” impressions.
Editorial Staff Jul 3
Have you heard? Hollywood gets more creator horror while Dan Clancy gets in a dig at TikTok.
Each week, we handpick a selection of stories to give you a snapshot of trends, updates, business moves, and more from around the creator industry. This week, Hollywood can't get enough horror projects led by creators, T
Editorial Staff Jul 2
4chan’s feud with the U.K. previews the future of social media regulations
Stop me if you heard this one before: 4chan and its anti-authoritarian streak are playing a pivotal role in the realm of internet law. The forum and memeboard, which is infamous for hosting many types of extreme content,
Editorial Staff Jul 2
Google, Idris Elba pledge $1 million to bring generative AI to African creators
Can generative AI bridge the access gap that has long held back African creators? Google and Idris Elba believe that it can. The actor's media company, Akuna Group, is teaming up with Google for a $1 million program that
Editorial Staff Jul 2
YouTube joins Mark Rober’s $55 million mission to help teachers spread the good word of STEM
Mark Rober is spending $55 million on a full grade school STEM curriculum that will be totally free for teachers anywhere to access. And now he’s got YouTube on board. Rober unveiled Class CrunchLabs last year on Tubefil
Editorial Staff Jul 2