Новости за 11.12.2023

Experts are warning that legislation recently introduced and passed by the House Intelligence Committee would vastly expand the federal government's surveillance capabilities, potentially turning everyday employees at American businesses into spies.

At least one advertiser is excluding Alex Jones’ handle from their parameters for advertising on Twitter after Elon Musk reinstated the controversial conspiracy theorist to the platform. 

Word to the wise: if you're planning on macking it to the server bringing you your food and drinks, then you should probably leave them a fat tip along with your phone number on that receipt.

Recently, a video went viral that showed a man working outside at Chick-fil-A with just a T-shirt on. His stated reasoning for this lack of weather-appropriate attire was that Chick-fil-A would only allow him to wear a jacket if it had Chick-fil-A branding. These jackets cost around $60.

A user on TikTok is calling out Sleep Number after claiming that the company blocked her after she purchased a $7,000 bed, which appears to have broken.

Over the course of its 25-year-run on PBS Kids, Arthur created a plethora of iconic memes that most of us are familiar with today. But one in particular took the internet by storm in 2016: a photo of Arthur’s fist. Though the still image came from a rather wholesome show for kids, there’s a somewhat dark backstory behind what would come to be known as the Arthur fist mem.  

Hello fellow citizens of the internet! Kira here. Welcome to today's edition of web_crawlr. 

Since the inception of memes, cats have emerged supreme. Of course, people love their dog memes, too, but part of what makes cats so lovable is their quirky behaviors and many, expressive faces. One example of this is the “crying cat” meme (or "cat crying" meme, if you prefer), which has even spawned its own merchandise. For those wondering how this meme got started and how people use it, we’ve got you covered:

What kind of business explicitly states that spouses aren't allowed to the company holiday party? The type of place that's trying to let work wives and work husbands do their thing, according to TikTokers who saw one peeved woman's recent post.

Grok, the recently released chatbot from billionaire Elon Musk's startup xAI, has been accused of ripping off ChatGPT.

Receiving services from businesses that announce their closing can be confusing. Some customers might wonder what this means for them, especially if the business was in the middle of providing long-term or proprietary services.

Created by Vince Gilligan, "Breaking Bad" debuted on AMC in 2008 and introduced audiences to the complex world of Walter White, a chemistry teacher turned meth manufacturer. The show's blend of intense drama, complex characters, and dark humor captivated audiences and critics alike, achieving an almost cult-like status.

Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy left his mic on while appearing to go to the bathroom during an X Spaces conversation Sunday.

This Airbnb guest claims he took items from his rental home by accident. Viewers don't believe him.

"Fortnite," developed by Epic Games and People Can Fly, has transcended its existence as a mere survival co-op video game to becoming an unprecedented cultural phenomenon. Its blend of creative world-building, akin to Minecraft, and intense survival gameplay, reminiscent of Left 4 Dead, has captured the imagination of gamers and non-gamers alike.

A couple of Olive Garden customers sparked discussion online after taking home much more than just extra cheddar bay biscuits and a few pieces of silverware. They also took the electronic Ziosk.

You did it! You exercised your right to make your voice heard! The result? A new class of icons in this year’s Daily Dot Hall of Fame. 

A fancy restaurant overcharged a woman for water. Now she's calling them out on their "deceptive practices."

A woman on TikTok claims that her DIY flaxseed gel gives her similar effects to Botox. Doctors deny that's possible.

A TikTok user swears that Disney already celebrated its 100th anniversary 20 years ago. Viewers have an explanation.

A woman revealed the results of using Lush's Demogorgon bath bomb in her bath water. Spoiler alert: It was a fail.

Almost every college student has had a difficult professor. A woman shared how her professor failed her assignment and refused to explain why.

In a chilling reminder that artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming harder and harder to spot, a TikTok user revealed a fake AI-generated Gordon Ramsay that is reportedly being used on TikTok to steal personal information from its users.

A dental hygienist is viral on TikTok after explaining how some dental insurance works—and why it might not be as beneficial as you think.

You can always be sure to find a couple of hidden gems at a thrift store, but one TikToker's designer find really takes the cake.