The term ‘NPC,’ which originated in video game culture, has become a popular insult among teens to describe individuals perceived as unoriginal or lacking individuality. Initially associated with mainstream conformity, NPCs now represent a spectrum of perspectives, from passive followers to self-aware individuals who recognize their own significance. This trend, coupled with the rise of ‘NPC streaming’ on TikTok, highlights the evolving attitudes and self-perception of Generation Z.
Snapchat remains a popular social media platform among the younger generation, boasting over 414 million active daily users worldwide. Its unique features, such as disappearing messages, astrological profiles, and dual camera functionality, continue to captivate users. However, the app’s plethora of slang terms and acronyms can be daunting for those unfamiliar with its jargon. This guide aims to demystify some of the most commonly encountered Snapchat slang, empowering users to navigate the platform with confidence.
A woman in Ranchi, India, was experiencing severe menstrual pain and was unable to walk to a pharmacy to purchase pain medication. As a result, she ordered food from the food delivery app Swiggy and requested the delivery executive to bring her a strip of Meftal, a common pain reliever. The delivery executive kindly agreed and went out of his way to purchase the medicine for her. The woman shared her experience on social media, expressing her gratitude for the delivery executive’s kindness and highlighting the lack of online medicine delivery services in Ranchi. The post garnered significant attention and sparked discussions about the availability and accessibility of medicines, as well as the role of delivery services in meeting the needs of customers.
Australian Senator Jacqui Lambie has vehemently criticized Elon Musk for refusing to remove graphic content related to the Wakeley church stabbing from his social media platform, X. She condemned Musk’s actions as “disgusting” and called for his imprisonment, emphasizing the need for regulations to prevent such incidents. Lambie believes Musk’s refusal to comply with takedown orders from the eSafety Commissioner demonstrates a lack of social responsibility and a disregard for the well-being of users.
Social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, experienced a widespread outage this afternoon, affecting users in the UK and US. Reports of the outage began at 2.30pm BST, primarily impacting the browser version of the platform. Many users took to the platform to inquire about the outage, while others expressed concern that they had been banned. The outage was short-lived, with the number of reports on Down Detector declining within an hour. This is not the first outage for X, as the platform has faced increased instability since Elon Musk’s acquisition in October 2022.
Kim Kardashian has lost over 100,000 Instagram followers following the release of Taylor Swift’s song ‘thank you, a.i.m.e’ which is believed to take aim at the reality star. The lyrics include references to a ‘bronze spray-tanned statue’ and a ‘plaque that threatens to push me down the stairs’ which fans have interpreted as jabs at Kim and her daughter, North West. Despite the controversy, Kim has remained silent on the matter.
Three teenagers in Australia have been charged under new laws that criminalize posting about crimes on social media platforms. The charges stem from alleged incidents of stolen high-end cars, with two of the teens posting about their involvement on social media. This new legislation reflects a growing trend in several jurisdictions to punish social media activity as a means of deterring future crimes.
Prince William and Kate Middleton broke tradition by not releasing a photo of their youngest son, Prince Louis, on his birthday. Royal commentator Kinsey Schofield suggests this decision was made to avoid online speculation and conspiracy theories that plagued the couple earlier in 2024. Schofield claims that Kate Middleton, who is known for taking the family’s photographs, may have been discouraged by criticism over a photoshopped image and opted not to prioritize photography on this occasion. While some speculate that the couple’s silence is a ‘punishment’ for trolls, Schofield believes it is simply a matter of setting new boundaries and asserting their privacy preferences.
Actor Alec Baldwin was involved in a heated exchange with an anti-Israel protester who repeatedly asked him to say ‘Free Palestine’ during a visit to a coffee shop on Saturday, April 22. The incident was captured on video by the protester and has been circulating online. In the video, Baldwin can be seen shopping while the woman behind the camera repeatedly asks the actor to say ‘Free Palestine.’ Baldwin has been a vocal supporter of Israel in the past and has been targeted by protesters in the past. Neither Baldwin nor his representatives have commented on the latest incident.
Indiyah Polack has defended her relationship with Dami Hope after a fan accused him of trying to sabotage her career. The Love Island star hit back at the fan on social media, branding them ‘negative’ and ordering them to ‘stay out’ of their relationship. Indiyah and Dami have been together for a year and are said to be planning a future together.
