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People Don’t Know What To Do With Their Money Anymore
“I'm genuinely not sure if I should be saving for retirement or if we're all gonna burn out before then.”
The Internet’s Response To Ukraine Has Been Peak Cringe
From Zelensky thirst traps to Star Wars memes, the collective obsession with virality has led to some embarrassing and insensitive posts.
Anna Delvey Lost Her Case — Now She Wants To Win Instagram
Netflix’s Inventing Anna has given the “Soho grifter” a 600,000-follower platform.
Cleanse The Timeline: Rich People And Sadness
Making sense of Kanye vs. Pete and Kim; TikTok’s Emily O. and Bows; and a truly moving memoir.
Pop Culture Has Fallen Out Of Love With The Nuclear Family
Was organizing our society around the nuclear family actually a terrible idea? From Euphoria to Succession to The Real Housewives, TV might be suggesting as much.
These Women Say An Essential Oil MLM Has Been Taken Over By Satan. Yes, Really.
“Am I the only Christian woman who is not surprised one bit that an essential oil company would come out as satanic?”
I Tried These TikTok Leggings To See If The Booty Boost Is Real
Since it’s my job to help you make more informed shopping decisions, I tried both the Amazon and Halara TikTok leggings to see if: 1) you could work out in them and 2) the butt-lifting was real. Here’s my review.
How Dating During The Pandemic Has Accelerated Relationships
“It feels like the pandemic has accelerated intimacy.”
Condomless Sex Is On The Rise. This Is Why Some People Don’t Use Them Anymore.
“Condoms are uncomfortable; maybe I haven't found the right [fit] for me, or like the best condoms that could work.”
Are You Still Trying To Save For Retirement Or Are You Team YOLO?
BuzzFeed News wants to hear from you.
These Influencers Are Quitting Instagram, And They Want Others To Join Them
After dealing with burnout and frustrations over Instagram’s policies, these influencers are rebuilding their businesses on their own terms.
2002 Was 20 Years Ago. Here's What We Loved Back Then.
Kelly Rowland texting some guy via Excel? We didn’t know how good we had it back then.
Noom Isn’t Reinventing The Diet Wheel
The app claims to rely on science and psychology to help you lose weight. But it may not be that different from any other deprivation diet.
They Thought They Were Getting Their Dream House. Instead They Say They Were Ripped Off.
Several homeowners are accusing husband-and-wife home renovation duo Candis and Andy Meredith of promising renovations that ended poorly. The Merediths deny the claims and after an internal investigation, Magnolia Network says they “do not believe there was ill or malicious intent.”
Do You Use Condoms During Sex?
Are you a strict condom wearer or do you believe that “raw is law”? Fill out this form for a future BuzzFeed News story.
“I Feel 42, Not 22”: The Lost Time Of The Pandemic
“I've invested too much hope only to be burned. I'm not going to hold stock in the future anymore.”
It’s Time To Retire Culture War Journalism
The media allowed misinformation to frame “debates” about trans identity and race in education. That has to change.
A Cultural History Of The “Naur” Meme
In some corners of the internet, it’s not “no.” It’s “naur.”
I Went To LuLaRoe’s Top Seller Convention. Here’s What I Learned.
The people who are drawn to LuLaRoe are in it for more than just making money. And that’s what makes MLMs so harmful.
The Duggars Knew Their Problem From The Beginning
Josh’s conviction is the latest fall from grace for the Duggars, who have spent the past two decades selling themselves as a wholesome family for others to emulate.
A Review Of Turning 30 During The Pandemic (It's Bad)
All you need is an owl, a cassoulet, and the constant specter of looming death.
Women Are Sharing Stories Online About Sex With Celebrities
“I want it to be understood that I’m not scorned. I’m not sad because I didn’t get him as a boyfriend.”
How A Grassroots Campaign Defeated Conservatives Opposed To Critical Race Theory
In Guilford, Connecticut, parents running for the town’s Board of Education on an anti–critical race theory campaign were resoundingly defeated. But that hasn’t happened everywhere.
Rachel And Dave Hollis Built An Empire From Scratch. Now They Are Destroying It.
Recent controversies have threatened the careers of this now-divorced influencer couple.
Why Are These Influencers Turning On The Billie Razor?
Many are claiming that the product has changed.
The Fight Over Critical Race Theory Is Tearing This Town Apart
Panic over critical race theory has bitterly divided the seaside town of Guilford, Connecticut. A pivotal school board election could change everything.
How These Instagram Baby Clothing Brands Became Collector’s Items
“I ended up reselling almost my kids’ entire closet.”
What Is Going On With Instagram Taking Away The Link Sticker For Some Creators?
While it’s admirable that Instagram is taking measures to ensure people actually play by the rules, some say it isn't being executed in a way that’s fair.
Americans Are Overworked And Over Work
“As I've gotten older, work is definitely [still] really important, but I think I've started to see it less as my identity.”
What Happens When An Influencer Wants To Retire? These Ones Found Someone To Replace Them
Just like any other small business, like a doctor’s office or a boutique, influencer businesses can change hands.