A food scientist on TikTok has shared his method for making wine from Mountain Dew. The transformation took a month, and the resulting wine has an estimated alcohol content of 13.9%. The wine is described as smooth, with a citrus mead flavor and a slight chemical aftertaste.
Monte, a 3-year-old tuxedo cat, was ignored during an adoption event at a San Diego cat-themed gift shop. But thanks to a heartbreaking TikTok video, he found his forever home just one day later. Monte’s adopter was touched by the video, which showed him crying out for attention. The power of social media helped Monte find his happy ending, but many other animals in shelters are still waiting for their forever homes.
Eva Evans, a well-known TikTok creator and director of the series “Club Rat,” passed away at the age of 29. Her sister announced the news on Instagram, expressing shock and disbelief. The cause of death has not been disclosed. Evans amassed over 300,000 followers on TikTok and was praised for her content on living in New York City. She also created the 2023 series “Club Rat,” which garnered attention for its exploration of dating in the city.
An Airbnb host on TikTok has shared a peculiar discovery: his guests turned his rental into an industrial laundromat, resulting in a massive water bill of 15,000 gallons. The guests, who owned a washing business in the area, used the rental’s two large washers and dryers for their business operations during a four-day stay.
The European Union (EU) has demanded that TikTok provide information regarding its new TikTok Lite app, which offers rewards to users for watching videos. The EU has concerns about the app’s potential addictive features and their risks to children. The bloc has opened formal proceedings to determine whether TikTok Lite violates the bloc’s Digital Services Act (DSA). The Commission has given TikTok 24 hours to submit the risk assessment and until Wednesday to present its case. The EU has warned that it may order TikTok Lite to suspend its reward features as early as Thursday if the company fails to comply.
Angel Reese, the former Maryland star and current Chicago Sky draftee, drew mixed reactions with her dance moves on TikTok. Some fans praised her confidence, while others criticized her lack of rhythm. Reese’s loyal supporters defended her against negative comments, emphasizing her unwavering belief in herself.
The House of Representatives has approved a bill that could potentially ban or force the sale of TikTok in the United States. The bill, packaged with foreign aid packages to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, has bipartisan support and is expected to be considered by the Senate this week. TikTok has stated its intention to challenge the bill in court if passed, arguing that it violates free speech rights.
The European Union has initiated proceedings against TikTok and threatened to suspend its TikTok Lite rewards program. The program allows users to earn points for interacting with the app, including watching videos and inviting friends. The EU is concerned about potential risks to users and has given TikTok 24 hours to provide a risk assessment report or face fines.
The United States government has been attempting to ban TikTok due to national security concerns. The House of Representatives passed a bill requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok within six months or face a ban. A second bill with a nine-month deadline is pending in the Senate. TikTok plans to challenge the legislation in court, arguing it violates First Amendment rights.
The proposed ban or forced sale of TikTok in the U.S. could pave the way for Meta Platforms and Alphabet to emerge as the major beneficiaries of TikTok’s user base. According to Wedbush analysts, TikTok’s users are likely to migrate to Meta’s Facebook or Instagram, while YouTube is also expected to gain a significant number of users. This shift could significantly boost the revenue of Meta and Google.
