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Wednesday Addams is back to torment the citizens of Jericho alongside the students of Nevermore Academy for another semester, with Netflix releasing the first teaser trailer for Wednesday Season 2.
Back in the braids for Tim Burton's series is spooky star Jenna Ortega, alongside Catherine Zeta-Jones and Luis Guzmán as Wednesday's parents Morticia and Gomez Addams, Emma Myers as teen werewolf Enid Sinclair, Fred Armisen as everyone's favourite freaky uncle Fester Addams, and Joy Sunday as teen siren Bianca Barclay.
In the horror-packed trailer, Wednesday very much fails an airport security check with every blade and weapon in the book, reunites with her Nevermore roomie and a very creepy doll, casually wields an axe, appears to be playing some kind of school sport?!, and generally "does her best work in the dark." Click click!
On many roads across the U.S., this is a familiar scene: Drivers talk, text, click, scroll, read, and even film themselves to make social media content — all while piloting what is essentially a dangerous, or deadly, machine.
Maybe you are even among these drivers. After all, your phone and its apps are built to keep you engaged. And that console on your dashboard constantly needs your attention with its alerts about slowdowns, incoming calls, and missed messages.
A new survey commissioned by the location-based service and app Life360, which tracks driver behavior, puts some numbers to the problem of chronically online drivers. You might be surprised to learn that it affects every generation, not just the youngest motorists.
SEE ALSO: Smooth, silent, strange: What it's really like to hail a robotaxiThe survey results, paired with Life360's own proprietary data, indicate that some drivers are taking shocking risks on the road in order to stay on their phone. Even if they get to their destination without harming themselves or someone else, scientific research has shown that the human brain simply can't safely manage the simultaneous demands of driving and phone.
How bad is distracted driving, really?Life360's recent survey of 1,000 U.S. drivers between the ages of 16 and 65 found that more than a third texted, 19 percent scrolled through social media, and 16 percent watched online videos while driving, with varying degrees of frequency.
These figures were higher for Gen Z drivers; 13 percent of them said they frequently viewed online videos behind the wheel, while only 4 percent of all respondents did the same. Similarly, while only 7.5 percent of all participants texted often on the road, that jumped to 16.5 percent of Gen Z drivers. Only roughly a third of Gen Z drivers rarely or never texted.
But older respondents were also guilty of the same behavior — they just do it less frequently.
Between 5 and 6 percent of Millennials in the survey admitted to frequently texting, scrolling, and watching while driving. Overall, between 6 and 29 percent of Gen X respondents text, scroll social media, and watch online videos, frequently, often, or occasionally.
Though less than a percent of Baby Boomers texted frequently or often while driving, 20 percent of them did so occasionally.
Life360's analysis of its own data from 55 million opted-in users, over the period between January 2024 and early April 2025, also provides insight into aggressive driving patterns, which may be affected partly by delayed or sudden reactions due to being distracted.
Life360 found that Gen Z drivers indeed speed 84 percent more often than Baby Boomers, and that speeding and rapid acceleration both peak for users around age 20. The company also saw an 8 percent year-over-year nationwide increase in trips with rapid acceleration between January 2024 and January 2025.
More than 3,200 Americans were killed in crashes that involved distracted drivers in 2023, according to the latest data from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration.
The trick distracted drivers play on themselvesDr. Paul Atchley, a professor of psychology at the University of South Florida who studies distracted driving, says the simple truth is that driving wears the human brain out.
"We're used to driving, so it seems easy, but frankly, there's a lot going on during the process of getting from point A to point B safely as a driver," says Atchley, who was not involved in Life360's survey and research. "When you try to combine that with a secondary task that also requires a lot of your brain, your brain has to make compromises."
As a result, a distracted driver scans the environment less well, doesn't perceive objects, and can be slower to react, or not react at all.
Atchley says drivers continue to pick up their phones on the road because of a concept called "perception as the grand illusion."
Typically, when someone is behind the wheel, their expansive field of vision can make it feel like they're observing everything. The reality, however, is that the brain processes only a fraction of what someone sees.
So when a distracted driver doesn't notice the pedestrian at the crosswalk and there's no accident, they have no evidence to counter their perception as a grand illusion. Instead, they start to believe that "they drove perfectly well," Atchley says.
Yet years of research shows this generally just isn't true. Even asking a hands-free voice-command assistant to compose and send a text message while driving distracts the brain long enough that it takes 27 seconds to regain full attention.
"These infotainment systems can present the same kinds of distracting information that you get with your phone." - Dr. Paul Atchley, professor of psychology at the University of South FloridaAtchley says drivers are also fooled by interactive consoles in their cars. His own research on console-based systems found that people were far more willing to interact with them, even for the same type of activity they'd do with a handheld phone. They believed them to be safety-tested, but that's not the case, according to Atchley.
"These infotainment systems can present the same kinds of distracting information that you get with your phone," he says.
Atchley says there's a small percentage of drivers who simply can't limit their phone use while in the car. For those individuals, he recommends restricting their access to a connected device every time they drive, by turning it off or putting it out of reach.
"Once that phone's in the car...it's very difficult for a driver whose brain is trying to pay attention to the road and doesn't have a lot of willpower left over to not interact with it," Atchley says.
For all drivers, he says that any activity on a phone or hands-free system that takes longer than two seconds — or the amount of time you'd spend turning the AC on or switching radio stations — just isn't safe.
Tesla's quarterly results are in, and it seems the panic alarm finally went off.
Analyst expectations for Tesla's first quarter of 2025 were already pretty grim, but Tesla handily beat them with a 71 percent drop in profit and a 20 percent drop in car sales, with the only thing keeping the company in the green for the quarter being $595 million in carbon credit sales.
While the sales drop can partially be attributed to the launch of Tesla's updated Model Y, it's now obvious that Musk's political engagement, which includes running the so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has been giving potential Tesla buyers pause. DOGE, which is supposed to be cutting unnecessary government expenses, has instead wreaked havoc inside the federal government, with fairly little to show for it.
Musk's endorsement of far right political options probably isn't helping either, especially in Europe, where Tesla sales have plummeted in recent months.
It seems that Musk is finally getting the message — partially, at least. During Tesla's earnings call on Tuesday, he said his time allocation to DOGE would drop "significantly" starting in May. Musk also said he plans to allocate "far more" of his time to Tesla.
He will not, however, leave DOGE completely, as long as the president would like him to stay, and "as long as it's useful".
During the call, Musk also complained about Trump's tariffs on China, which hurt Tesla's profits, as well as claiming that the increasingly widespread Tesla boycotts are the work of those who oppose Musk's work at DOGE.
As for Tesla's future plans, Musk was surprisingly timid. In June, the company will launch "fully autonomous" taxi rides in Austin, Texas, but they won't be Tesla Cybercabs. Instead, the company will launch the autonomous rides with Tesla Model Ys. Musk also said that Tesla Optimus robots will be working in Tesla factories by year's end, though the humanoid robot is also affected by Trump's tariffs.
SEE ALSO: Tesla reportedly delays cheaper Model Y again as earnings call loomsOverall, however, Musk is still very bullish about the prospects of his company. "I continue to believe that Tesla, with excellent execution, will be the most valuable company in the world by far," he said.
SAVE $12: As of April 23, the Lego Botanicals Artificial Wildflower Bouquet is on sale for $47.99 at Amazon. That's 20% off its list price of $59.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: LEGO Lego Botanicals Artificial Wildflower Bouquet $47.99 at AmazonLego sets are always a fun gift idea. Personally, I'm a big fan of Lego, and it's always great to see the new sets coming out. Some of the cutest sets from Lego are the various floral arrangements, and right now you can score a nice deal on the Lego Botanicals Wildflower Bouquet. With Mother's Day coming up, this is a fun gift idea to scoop up.
The Lego Botanicals Artificial Wildflower Bouquet has received a 20% discount at Amazon, dropping its price from $59.99 to $47.99. This deal is very close to its lowest-ever price of $47.95, so there's no better time than now to add it into your shopping cart.
SEE ALSO: Lego is giving away Grogu models for free to celebrate Star Wars Day. Here’s how to get yours.Complete with 939 pieces, this set offers a beautiful variety of wildflowers, including cornflowers, lavender, Welsh poppies, cow parsley, leatherleaf ferns, gerbera daisies, larkspur, and lupins. It's an arrangement bursting with color and even comes with 16 individual stems so you can set them up in a vase.
This Lego set is a great gift to work on together this Mother's Day. Don't miss out on 20% off the Botanicals Wildflower Bouquet set at Amazon.
Lego has even more to offer this Mother's Day, too. If you visit a select Lego Store on April 27 (from 12-2 p.m.), you could have the opportunity to participate in a Lego Mother's Day Flower model make and take event to get a cute flower set for free.
SAVE OVER $40: As of April 23, the Sony WF-C700N earbuds are on sale for $78 at Amazon. That's 35% off their list price of $119.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WF-C700N Earbuds $78 at AmazonA good pair of earbuds are a must if you listen to music, audiobooks, podcasts, and more — especially if you have travel plans this year, as they can keep you entertained on any sort of journey. If you've been on the hunt for a new pair, there are some worthwhile deals floating around right now. This includes a discount on the Sony WF-C700N earbuds, which have returned to their lowest-ever price at Amazon.
The Sony WF-C700N earbuds are 35% off, which has dropped their price from $119.99 to $78. They're currently listed as a limited-time deal, so if they've caught your eye you'll want to act fast to pick them up at their lowest-ever price.
SEE ALSO: The 8 best earbuds to buy in 2025 from Bose, Sony, and moreSony's WF-C700N earbuds are worth the investment. Boasting up to 15 hours of battery with the charging case and a comfortable fit, these earbuds will keep you entertained for ages, making them a great fit for any long trips you have coming up. They also have noise-canceling features, so you can remain immersed in what you're listening to without anything leaking in.
This limited-time deal won't last for long, though. Score the Sony WF-C700N earbuds back at their lowest-ever price at Amazon.
If you'd prefer to have over-ear headphones, you can also take advantage of some great deals on Sony's WH-1000XM4s and Sony ULT WEAR headphones.
SAVE $30: As of April 23, the JBL Flip 6 portable speaker is on sale for $99.95 at Amazon. That's 23% off its list price of $129.95.
Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Flip 6 $99.95 at AmazonIf you're planning some trips this year, whether it's to the pool or out camping, a portable speaker can be a great traveling companion to keep you busy with music and more. The good news is there has been a wide range on sale lately, so you can save on something new. One of our favorites at the moment is this deal on the JBL Flip 6, which has dropped below $100.
The JBL Flip 6 portable speaker is currently listed for $99.95, a 23% price drop from $129.95. Several different color options are on sale as well, so you can choose between black, blue, camo, green, grey, pink, red, teal, and white. On top of the deal, select speaker colors also come with a 90-day free trial of an Amazon Music Unlimited Individual Plan. This offer is only available to new subscribers.
SEE ALSO: The 8 best Bluetooth speakers, testedJBL's Flip 6 speaker boasts powerful sound and a compact build that's perfect for taking on any journeys you go on. No matter the location, it's also waterproof and dustproof to handle some of the elements around it. And with up to 12 hours of battery life, you can keep the tunes going for longer between charges.
Make your outdoor adventures even more fun with the JBL Flip 6 portable speaker. Don't miss out on 23% off at Amazon.
If you prefer to listen to music, audiobooks, and podcasts on your own, there are some great headphone deals available right now. Over at Amazon, you can also score discounts on Sony's WH-1000XM4s and the Sony ULT WEAR headphones.
Astronomers have accidentally found a planet with a debris trail like a comet that stretches up to 5.5 million miles in space.
This strange exoplanet, located 140 light-years away from Earth in the constellation Pegasus, appears to be rapidly falling apart. Its blistering host star is so close, the radiation is effectively melting it down, leaving behind a long tail of dust.
Scientists say the rocky world, labeled BD+05 4868 Ab, is losing about one Mount Everest's worth of rock material with each orbit. At that rate, it may completely disintegrate in 1 million to 2 million years.
A team of MIT-led researchers discovered the planet with NASA's TESS mission — short for Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite — a probe designed to find new worlds as they pass in front of their host stars. The findings are published in the Astrophysical Journal Letters.
"We weren't looking for this kind of planet," said Marc Hon, the paper's lead author, in a statement. "I happened to spot this signal that appeared very unusual."
SEE ALSO: A star was wrongly accused of a cosmic crime: devouring its own planet A team of MIT-led researchers discovered the planet with NASA's TESS mission — short for Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite — a probe designed to find new worlds as they pass in front of their host stars. Credit: NASA illustrationOnly three other planets with tails, all discovered more than a decade ago, are known. But this one stands out for the length of its tail and how bright its star is, making it easier to study with powerful telescopes. The research team intends to follow up with James Webb Space Telescope observations this summer to study the tail's features and decipher what minerals make up the planet.
One thing they already know about the tail is that its dust particles are surprisingly large — the size of sand grains. Without this gargantuan tail, scientists may not have known the planet was crumbling. The tail had been blocking some of the star's light after the planet passed in front of it, which caused the star to dim in unexpected ways. Those dimmings were uneven and appeared to change each time the planet zipped by.
"We got lucky with catching it exactly when it's really going away," said Avi Shporer, one of the paper's co-authors, in a statement. "It's like on its last breath."
Exoplanet BD+05 4868 Ab is about the size of Mercury and wraps around its star once every 30.5 hours — meaning its year is only slightly longer than a day on Earth. That's possible in part because the planet is roughly 20 times closer to its star than Mercury is to the sun. At that distance, the planet’s surface is perhaps 3,000 degrees Fahrenheit and covered in magma.
The team believes the star has whittled away the planet over billions of years. Its diminutive size means it doesn’t have enough gravity to hold onto its material, thus compounding the effect.
Researchers are now sifting through TESS data, hoping to find more planets with tails like BD+05 4868 Ab. They may have stumbled upon a unique way to directly study the interior composition of a rocky planet. Such work could give astronomers a better understanding of the diversity of other terrestrial planets like Earth in the galaxy.
"Sometimes with the food comes the appetite," Shporer said.
SAVE $63: As of April 23, the Garmin vívoactive 5 is on sale for $236.92 at Amazon. That's a 21% discount on list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin vívoactive 5 $236.92 at AmazonThe Garmin vívoactive 5 is a go-to watch if you're looking for impressive fitness and lifestyle tracking, and even better, it's currently on sale. As of April 23, this model is currently priced at $236.92, saving you $63.
The watch was released in late 2023, bringing a stark upgrade from the previous modelIt is no longer the newest in the range, with the release of the vívoactive 6 this year. However, if having the latest in the range doesn't matter to you, then this is an excellent choice.
Unlike the vívoactive 4, the 5 benefits from a bright AMOLED display, making colors incredibly vibrant and stand out more. It also has a much-improved battery life, boasting 11 days when in smartwatch mode.
Stats-wise, this is as impressive as you would expect from a Garmin. It's packed with advanced health-tracking features, including heart rate monitoring, SpO2 tracking, stress tracking, and in-depth sleep insights. The sleep insights have also had an upgrade from earlier models, now featuring sleep coaching.
And if you're purchasing for sports tracking, this includes running, cycling, swimming, and lots more. It is worth noting, however, that unlike some of the higher-end watches in Garmin's lineup, the vívoactive 5 is missing more advanced features such as training status and training readiness. For statistics like these, you'll want to look at the Forerunner range. But if these aren't as important to you, this is a fantastic option full of useful stats and tracking abilities.
Head to Amazon to grab this great Garmin deal.
With billions of users worldwide, Twitch is one of the world's most popular live streaming platforms, particularly favored by gamers and creators. Launched in 2011, Twitch has evolved into a huge community where individuals can share everything from gaming to general live broadcasts.
And the site's popularity is only highlighted through the follower counts, with the platform's most-followed channels boasting tens of millions, but who holds the top spot? Here are the 10 most-followed Twitch channels, according to Social Blade.
1. Ninja – 19.2 million followersTyler "Ninja" Blevins is a well-known American gamer and streamer. He initially gained recognition through his exceptional skills in games like Halo 3 and later achieved immense popularity with Fortnite: Battle Royale.
2. ibai – 17.29 million followersIbai Llanos is a prominent Spanish streamer and content creator. In June 2022, he set a Twitch record with a peak of over 3.3 million concurrent viewers during his "La Velada del Año II" boxing event.
3. KaiCenat – 17 million followersKai Cenant is an American streamer known for comedic content and his month-long November 2024 "Mafiathon " subathon.
4. auronplay – 16.78 million followersRaúl Álvarez Genes, also known online as auronplay, is another Spanish streamer and YouTuber. His content focuses mostly on gaming streams and interactive content, amassing almost 17 million followers on the platform.
5. Rubius – 15.69 million followersRubius is a Spanish-Norwegian creator who joined Twitch in 2019 after immense success from his YouTube channel, elrubiusOMG. He has since amassed over 15 million followers for his gaming and interactive content.
6. jadoreshayne – 12.24 million followersThe jadoreshayne account has a whopping 12.24 million followers, however, it has minimal streaming activity, with no videos on the account.
7. TheGrefg – 12.19 million followersAnother Spanish content creator, TheGrefg is a popular content creator who primarily revolves around games like Fortnite and Minecraft, as well as interactive "Just Chatting" sessions. In January 2021, he set a Twitch record by attracting over 2 million viewers during the reveal of his personalized Fortnite skin.
8. xQc – 12.04 million followersFélix Lengyel, better known as xQc, is a Canadian content creator and former professional esports player. His content includes a variety of games and "Just Chatting" sessions.
9. juansguarnizo – 11.52 million followersJuan Sebastián Guarnizo, known as juansguarnizo, is a prominent Colombian content creator and streamer. Juan's content includes a variety of types, including "Just Chatting" sessions and gameplay streams.
10. Tfue – 11.32 million followersTurner Ellis Tenney, known online as Tfue, is an American streamer and former professional esports player. Tfue gained popularity in the gaming community through his skills in titles like Destiny, Call of Duty, and, notably, Fortnite.
Earth isn't as extreme as the sci-fi desert planet Arrakis, of Dune fame. But it still hosts some colossal dust storms.
On April 19, two National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration weather satellites snapped footage of an immense dust storm sweeping across parts of New Mexico, Texas, and Northern Mexico. Meteorologists were impressed with the views below.
"An incredible view of a dust storm charging south across Mexico," the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere, a multidisciplinary science organization, posted on X.
"I don't post imagery here very often anymore but this one is an all-timer," added Dakota Smith, an atmospheric scientist who's keen on posting salient or impressive weather phenomena online.
SEE ALSO: NASA scientist viewed first Voyager images. What he saw gave him chills.A cold front passed through the region, and in its wake, strong winds whipped up this desert sand and dust, producing an expansive dust storm that traveled south into Northern Mexico. Visibility in Carlsbad, New Mexico, for example, was about a quarter mile.
"An incredible view of a dust storm charging south across Mexico."The clip below is from the GOES-18 satellite, and is followed by a shot from the GOES-19 satellite ("GOES" is short for Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite). Both satellites, invaluable parts of the United States' weather observation and atmospheric science programs, orbit in space about 22,236 miles above Earth’s equator. This high-altitude area is called geostationary orbit, which is a unique place around Earth where spacecraft orbit at the same rate Earth is rotating, meaning they stay locked in the same position relative to our planet.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. The GOES-19 satellite's view of an expansive dust storm blowing across parts of New Mexico, Texas, and Northern Mexico on April 19, 2025. Credit: NOAAThe sprawling storm couldn't be avoided. "Several Blowing Dust Warnings were issued by the NWS Forecast Offices in El Paso and Midland, which at times covered parts of Interstates 10 and 20 in New Mexico and Texas," Scott Bachmeier, a CIRA meteorologist, explained in a weather blog. Beneath the dust storm, you can also spot smoke plumes from wildfires.
These modern GOES satellites, built by NASA and operated by NOAA, are technological marvels with great public benefit. Their imagers scan our planet with four times the resolution of previous GOES satellites.
And they return copious amounts of data. "The imager provides images of weather patterns, hurricanes, and severe storms as frequently as every 30 seconds," NOAA explains.
TL;DR: You can save $269 on the Hurley J-Bay 7-speed electric bike with a refurbished model that’s even greener than buying new — only while supplies last.
So you swore you’d be more eco-conscious after Earth Day? That’s an incredible goal. But let’s be real, biking everywhere sounded a lot cuter before the uphill parts or days when you’re running late. That’s what makes electric bikes a lot more realistic for commuting, running errands, or simple joyrides.
The usual downside of e-bikes is that they can cost a pretty penny, but not when you shop refurbished models. This is also a bonus for those with a newfound green thumb, as you’re giving these bikes a second shot at life. If you don’t mind re-homing a bike, you can get a Hurley J-Bay e-bike for only $629.99 instead of $899.
You’ve got the power (and cool green ways)This isn’t one of those bulky, clunky-looking e-bikes. The step-thru alloy frame keeps things sleek and practical, hiding the battery inside so you can charge it conveniently without removing the whole setup.
Your rides are powered by a 350W rear hub motor with a 36V battery, giving you enough boost to cruise at speeds up to 20mph. Whether you’re pedaling to the grocery store or hitting a bike trail, you’ll feel that assist kick in just when your legs start yelling “why?”
Don’t think of buying a refurbished e-bike as like getting one from Facebook Marketplace — you’re ordering one from a certified reseller. Each one has been thoroughly tested, inspected, and cleaned to arrive in near-mint condition. Your purchase is also backed by a 90-day warranty.
The only real downside? These affordable e-bikes are limited in inventory, so get yours for $629.99 while supplies last (reg. $899).
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Opens in a new window Credit: Hurley Hurley J-Bay 350W 7-Speed Electric Bike (Refurbished) $629.99Few creators can turn internet ephemera into something intimate, but that’s exactly what Ayamé Ponder does. Her deadpan TikTok reactions to breaking bottles and hydraulic presses, her quick "smash or pass" decisions, and her singing when she found someone attractive turned mundane internet moments into emotional touchpoints, drawing in millions of viewers.
She's built a platform that’s as entertaining as it is unexpectedly heartfelt, and once you speak to her, it's easy to understand why. Ayamé is warm. She's thoughtful, she's funny, and her creative drive seems to seep out of her through each sentence. And, potentially most important, she's a riot. So it makes perfect sense that she found a way to fuse viral storytelling with real-world impact — and somehow make it entertaining, too.
SEE ALSO: The trade war’s surprising targets: content creatorsFor about six months, Ayamé was the center of a very public courtship with fellow TikTok creators Yuval and Oliver Mills. The trio made a collective 50-some videos with over 189.6 million views. It wasn't clear if the love triangle was real or not, but it didn't really matter: each view helped raise money for families affected by the war in Gaza, with funds channeled through initiatives like Pass the Hat and Operation Olive Branch. At one point, Yuval raised $200,000 in a single day, teasing a trip to the UK to visit Ayamé.
Today, Ayamé continues to donate all earnings from the TikTok Creator Fund. She has collaborated with brands such as Loewe, Boss, Samsung, Audible, Spotify, and The GRAMMYs. In 2023, she launched her podcast, In Ayamé We Trust, and has since hosted premieres for Warner Bros. and Netflix. TikTok has recognized her as one of the UK’s rising stars.
In conversation with Mashable, she opens up about what it means to use her platform for good, how she navigates burnout, and her next creative projects. As she puts it: "It’s good to be hot and on the right side of history."
Mashable: You first caught a lot of attention with your reaction videos. It’s easy for creators to get stuck in a niche once something works, but you’ve managed to keep doing those while evolving past them. How did you avoid getting boxed in?Ayamé: It was difficult. When I first started creating content, I fell into it. First with one niche, which was to do Harry Potter and Christmas, and then carried on and fell into another niche, which was the "sing if you find attractive." And then fell into another niche, which was smash or pass, and then it was the [breaking] bottles. So, essentially, it's all been reactionary content. But I've had a big fear of being trapped in those niches.
I'm still finding it difficult to branch out, especially if people really took to my reaction content or to the obsession love triangle I was in last year. They take to specific things. Sometimes when I do say, "Hey, I wanna juggle this week, please let me juggle," people are like, "No, go back to the bottles." So that's sometimes difficult, but you kind of keep persevering. I've been quite lucky in that each niche I've fallen into, I've still been able to showcase my personality. So it's not too far of a jump.
You did. And now you have this platform with millions of followers. Was there a specific type of content or moment that shifted things for you?The first fat step I'd say was when I did the "sing if you find attractive" [trend], that got me to my first million followers. I don't understand how it got so big, but I'm glad it did. And then the second big fat launch was the reactionary bottles and the hydraulic press. People lost their minds [over that], which was great. Each jump has been my next million. Funny enough, the love triangle wasn't my biggest jump, so those men actually got bigger jumps from me.
Last year was when I really found my team. Last year was a massive jump because it included that strategy, brand image, moving into the fashion space, and moving into writing and acting.
When you got your team, is that when you realized you could turn this into a full-time career?No, I'd been full-time before having this team. This is the team that will stick [with me] for the rest of my life. I went full-time six months after my first viral video. So, like mid-2022 is when I went full-time. But last year was the year when it was like, "I'm gonna be a star." So that was having a team and a strategy and moving into different spaces. That was when it was like, [brings fake cigar up to her mouth and puts on an old-timey newboy accent] "Oh, you're big time baby."
Speaking of moving into different spaces, congrats on the first season of the podcast! How do you figure out what creative lane to pursue next? Is it instinct, opportunity, or something else?It is difficult, and I feel like most creators kind of take the same route. Creative people just want their finger in every pot and feel as though they can do everything. They just want to be creative.
My two strongest ones have always been acting and writing. Historically, I've always loved writing. It's been a natural progression for me. Writing, for me, is a big creative outlet. If I can't do silly videos all the time, I'll always want to write — try acting, as well. I really wanna get into modeling.
Most creators are polymaths. They want to do everything and be creative in as many fields as they can. At one point, I may tape a banana to a wall and sell it for $3 billion. Who knows where it'll go?
F*ck, marry, kill: Acting, writing, TikTok videos?I'd say marry writing. I really just love it. I'll have intercourse with acting because it's a big dream, but like friends with benefits, regular intercourse. I would kill TikTok videos. But I do love the chaos of TikTok, so can I just keep it in my basement?
Do you ever get in creative ruts? How do you break out of that?When I get in my creative moods, I get really inspired, and then I think I'm going to write it all. I'm going to write a feature film, I'm going to write a documentary. I use all of my brain power on it. And then I have no funny left. So that happened recently: A couple of weeks ago, I was like, "I can't write anymore. I can't. I have nothing left in my mind."
To get out of it, you have to wait for it to pass. I don't think there's, personally, anything that I can do. I'm not like a lawnmower that you can take into the garage, give it a kick, really rev it up, jumpstart it. I can't do that. So I just let it pass. I went for a walk. I went for several walks. One thing leads to another.
I don't fear burnout, which I guess is maybe a bad thing because I like to burn myself out to then get it back, you know? Now that I think about it, I don't know if that's healthy, but alas, it's worked so far.
Do you tend to write more in the mornings or in the evenings? Do you follow a schedule?I'm more funny in the evenings.
Oh?I'm writing quite different things. I do comedy usually in the evening, and I prefer to do the novels in the morning. Anything drama in the morning.
You have helped raise a lot of funds for Palestinian families. How has that experience changed the way that you think about your platform? Not necessarily the art that you create, but the power you have?It made me really attuned to the fact that I have such a big platform, which is kind of silly, but last year, I personally raised over a million pounds for Palestinian families. I was just trying to reach these goals of raising as much money as possible, making people aware, and doing as much good as possible.
I have a bit of a controversial opinion, I'd say, and not many creators agree with me, but I feel a personal responsibility to be vocal and be on the right side of history and do good because I'm lucky enough to have this platform. I'd feel almost irresponsible not using it for good on some level. I'm not a political creator. I don't do a lot of political content, but when there are things that are screaming at you to speak on, I think a lot of other people in the industry also do the same. It's important that we be authentic and also just be positive and do good. It doesn't hurt to do good. It's good to be hot and on the right side of history. That's my little tagline.
I think a lot of creators are afraid of backlash or losing brand deals if they get political. Was that ever a fear for you?I'm gonna do it. Don't even tell me no. I'm gonna post it right now. And so I did that. When I started getting some comments that were a bit like, "Hey, what about this?" I'd be like, "Oh, OK. Maybe I might get a little bit of backlash from that side." But then that was quite a passing moment. Don't care! Because this is the good work. A lot of brands [are run by] regular people, and they also believe what I believe.
Throughout the whole time that I've been vocal, I've also been vocal about brands that I won't work with just because of the BDS [a nonviolent Palestinian-led movement promoting boycotts, divestments, and economic sanctions against Israel]. But for some reason, those brands will still contact me. Nine times out of ten, they just want the platform.
Has the potential for a TikTok ban in the U.S. changed your approach as a creator in the UK?A little, a tiny bit, just because a lot of my audience is based in the U.S., so I did feel as though my child was getting ripped from me when you guys left for those 12 hours. So, yes, it has made me a little bit more conscious. I do post a lot more on Instagram now as well. As for the creator rewards program with TikTok, all of that gets donated.
Creators are often at the mercy of these tech platforms — your income, your reach, your whole connection to your community can disappear overnight. How do you sit with that anxiety?It doesn't scare me that much because I feel we're under the control of a lot of tech people that we don't even know. TikTok and social media are ever-changing. It's just this moving beast. Remember Vine?
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We've reached the semi-final stage of the Concacaf Champions Cup. Every remaining team will be dreaming of lifting the trophy in a few weeks, but there's a lot of work to do before we get to that point.
Tigres UANL vs. Cruz Azul is the first semi-final matchup. There is guaranteed to be a Mexican side in this year's final, but which side will progress to the showpiece event?
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With billions of users worldwide, Instagram is arguably the most popular photo sharing platform. With thee ability to share posts, reels and 24-hour stories, Instagram allows everyone and anyone to share snippets of their lives. The top accounts on the platform, primarily belonging to celebrities, show just how much we love to see the daily goings-on in lives different to our own.
Ever wondered who holds the top spot for the most followers? Here are the 10 most-followed Instagram accounts, according to Social Blade.
1. Instagram – 687 million followersSurprise, surprise, the holder of the top spot on Instagram is... Instagram. The app's own account shares reposts of memes, artists, and other creators.
2. Cristiano Ronaldo – 652 million followersThe second most followed person on Instagram is none other than Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. At the time of writing, Ronaldo has amassed a whopping 652 million followers. Unsurprisingly, his posts mostly theme around football and his current team, Al Nassr. Ronaldo also holds the record for most liked Instagram comment when he wrote on Kylian Mbappé's Real Madrid announcement post "my turn (to watch)."
3. Lionel Messi – 505 million followersSticking with the footballer theme, the third most followed account belongs to Inter Miami CF player, Lionel Messi. His account also features mostly football content, sharing glimpses into life on and off the pitch. His most liked post is a series of photos celebrating Argentina's 2022 FIFA World Cup win.
4. Selena Gomez – 421 million followersActress, musician, and founder of cosmetics brand Rare Beauty, Selena Gomez is up next on the list. She shares career highlights, Rare Beauty promotions, and glimpses into her daily life, making her one of the most-followed celebrities on the platform.
5. Dwayne Johnson – 394 million followersIf you need motivation, number 5 on the most-followed list is your go-to. Dwayne Johnson’s Instagram followers are given a regular insight into his fitness routine, movie projects, and personal life. He shares workout clips with the sets and reps listed out for you to try at home, if you're feeling brave.
6. Kylie – 393 million followersThe first of the Jenner-Kardashian clan to feature is Kylie. As of March 30, she has amassed an unbelievable 393 million followers. Her posts regularly give us an insight into her life, her Kylie Cosmetics empire, and family life with her two adorable children. Kylie previously held the record for the most liked photo on Instagram, a picture of her newborn daughter Stormi. However, she later lost this position to a photo of an egg (yes, an egg...).
7. Ariana Grande – 375 million followersThe star of recent Wicked fame is number 7 on our list. An incredible singer and actress, Ariana Grande also holds Instagram-follower fame. Recent content has of course been heavily influenced by the recent release of Wicked, with the Oscar-nominated actress sharing behind-the-scenes images with co-star Cynthia Erivo.
8. Kim Kardashian – 357 million followersKim Kardashian's Instagram account is as aesthetic as her. It's full of glimpses of her Skims brand, family life and various other collaborations. Fashion is definitely a strong theme of her posts, and you can expect some serious glam envy.
9. Beyoncé – 311 million followersAnother musician to make the list is Beyoncé. Hot of a successful awards season for her latest album, Cowboy Carter, Beyonce's Instagram account is the perfect insight for fans. Posts regularly include her latest Levi's partnership, her new fragrance release and of course, awards season success.
10. Khloé Kardashian – 303 million followersNumber 10 on the most followed list is Khloé Kardashian. Another insight into the Kardashian-Jenner family, Khloe's posts are primarily wholesome family shots.
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