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YouTube says Gen Z may love fan-made content more than original content
The majority of Gen Z also identify as "video content creators."
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Lupita Nyong'o is driven to spicy wing despair on "Hot Ones"
"It hurt my feelings." 🤣
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Reddit is cracking down on AI bots
Reddit will lean on the "basic social contract of the web" for help.
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Collina Strada's Baggu collab is under fire for using AI-generated prints
Buyers claim to be cancelling orders from the "eco-friendly" as they doubt its commitment to sustainability.
![Three looks from Collina Strada's SS24 runway show featuring the prints "Blue Thorns" and the yellow "Boxer Plaid."](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/025TwdSbziTz7TPd1yKziXI/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1719426779.png)
![Three looks from Collina Strada's SS24 runway show featuring the prints "Blue Thorns" and the yellow "Boxer Plaid."](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/025TwdSbziTz7TPd1yKziXI/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1719426779.png)
On social media, the conversation about pinkwashing and Palestine is amplified
This Pride Month, people are drawing attention to an ongoing and reductive rhetoric.
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The best internet moments of 2024, from the rise of Chappell Roan to AI fails
Crushing on "Challengers" and pining for Pookie.
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Inside Andy Cohen's Clubhouse: A behind-the-scenes look at 'Watch What Happens Live'
For a Bravo fan, visiting the Clubhouse is the ultimate dream. Mashable's culture reporter got to do it — twice.
By Tim Marcin
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The 10 best books of 2024 so far, according to BookTok
From "Happy Place" to "Housemates," here's what you need to add to your TBR lists.
By Christianna Silva and Elena Cavender
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You can go live to your Close Friends on Instagram now
You and your Close Friends are about to get even closer.
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Sabrina Carpenter will give her top Spotify listeners early access to her 'Short n' Sweet' tour
Please, please, please make ticketing easier for fans.
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This new AI fashion startup wants to help you find a new 'fit
Some of the more than 2,000 brands in Daydream's catalog include Altuzarra, Jimmy Choo, Dôen, Everlane, and Alo Yoga.
![A sample prompt from Daydream's website — "I need a dress for a summer wedding in Costa Rica" — and photos of the results it may deliver.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06YWXFWUfEH6hy23OvXWVPp/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1718894874.png)
![A sample prompt from Daydream's website — "I need a dress for a summer wedding in Costa Rica" — and photos of the results it may deliver.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06YWXFWUfEH6hy23OvXWVPp/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1718894874.png)
Taylor Swift and TikTok are challenging Swifties to prove their loyalty
Straight from the TikTok marketing department.
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AI chatbots are being used for companionship. What to know before you try it
The most important things to consider when designing an AI chatbot.
By Rebecca Ruiz
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The best TikTok food trends of 2024 (so far)
Who could've guessed that 2024 would be the year of cottage cheese?
By Tim Marcin
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Stephen Colbert defends Milwaukee after Donald Trump called it a 'horrible city'
The "Late Show" host knows from personal experience that the city won't take such slander lying down.
By Amanda Yeo
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5 of the best — and worst — social media apps in 2024 (so far)
From Lapse to AirChat, here are the apps to have on your radar.
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From 'End of Beginning' to 'Nasty,' here are TikTok's most viral songs of 2024 (so far)
TikTok bounced back from its UMG woes just in time for an 'Espresso' summer.
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![From left to right Billie Eilish, Hozier, Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, Djo (Joe Keery), Tinashe, Sabrina Carpenter, Charli XCX, and Drake.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05xEES5x1MAgu2qjJ25ZNPr/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1718304196.jpg)
From yap to pookie, 2024's most viral internet slang defined
Yapping all about this year's catchphrases.
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Google is letting you dig through the treasured Vogue image archive
Celebrating over a hundred years of the iconic magazine.
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TikTok may be introducing Snapchat-like streaks in DMs
Taking a cue from Snapchat.
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Another 'Hunger Games' prequel is on the way and fans can't wait
The Haymitch backstory we've been waiting for.
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