Author: Rithe Rose

A recent podcast episode turned unexpectedly contentious as comedian Marc Maron directly challenged host Howie Mandel’s assertion about the perceived consequences of racism in America, culminating in a sharp exchange over former President Donald Trump. During the August 5th episode of the Howie Mandel Does Stuff podcast, Mandel commented, “Right now the worst thing you can be is a racist,” within a broader conversation about cancel culture and “wokeness.” Maron swiftly interrupted, countering, “I don’t think that’s true. It doesn’t seem to be the most negative thing at all. We have a president who’s a racist,” clearly referring to Trump.…

Reports of declining Google website traffic are overstated, according to the search giant itself. In a recent statement addressing widespread publisher anxiety, Google asserted that overall traffic from its search engine remains stable. The company attributes any isolated dips not to algorithm failures or increased AI competition, but to fundamental shifts in how users discover information online. Google’s Search Liaison team emphasized that aggregate traffic levels to websites globally have held consistent through 2025. This stance directly counters alarming analyses from third-party platforms like Similarweb (July 2025 report) and SEMrush (Q2 2025 Industry Benchmark), which noted traffic declines up to…

The roar of karts speeding through Rainbow Road, the thump of drum-and-bass, and a freestyle MC rapping about Yoshi’s last-place comeback—this isn’t your typical gaming tournament. At Dubtendo’s London events, Mario Kart transforms into a full-blown dance party, creating a viral sensation that’s redefining competitive gaming. Dubtendo’s TikTok Breakthrough Dubtendo (@dubtendo), a UK gaming collective, recently shared footage of their “Dubtendo Double Dash Disco” event on TikTok. The clip—viewed over 1.9 million times—shows players racing on a giant screen while an MC (@zephmiles) improvises rhymes about in-game chaos. “Yoshi, you’re still in 12th place, but we got a bullet mill…

The gaming smartphone arena just gained a formidable contender. Infinix today unveiled its GT 30 5G+ in India, packing capacitive shoulder triggers, AI-enhanced performance, and aggressive pricing that targets budget-conscious gamers. Positioned as a “console in your pocket,” this device aims to disrupt the sub-₹20K segment with features typically reserved for premium models. Design Revolution: Capacitive Buttons and Gamer-Centric Build The Infinix GT 30 5G+’s standout feature is its dual capacitive shoulder buttons. These pressure-sensitive triggers flank the device’s frame, providing tactile feedback during gameplay. According to Infinix’s product team, these buttons offer millisecond response times—critical for competitive titles like…

The sizzle of Texas beef is being drowned out by the roar of political outrage. Across America, grocery lists are being rewritten and restaurant orders reconsidered as consumers launch an unprecedented boycott of Texas beef. This culinary protest targets one of the state’s economic pillars in response to controversial Republican redistricting efforts critics call an assault on democracy. Gerrymandering Crisis Fuels Consumer Revolt The political powder keg ignited in July 2025 when Texas Republicans unveiled aggressive redistricting maps designed to secure five additional GOP congressional seats, according to legislative records. The move followed internal party concerns about potential midterm losses…

A deleted tweet exposing a man’s astonishment at learning he could “open a window to let a breeze in” from his girlfriend has ignited a fiery online debate. The revelation, shared by Twitter user @egeofanatolia in August 2025, prompted thousands of women to share similar stories of men lacking fundamental life skills until entering relationships—unveiling a cultural fissure in modern dating dynamics. The Tweet That Ignited the Firestorm The original tweet showcased a man’s baffling admission: “So many things you don’t know till you get a gf haha,” citing window ventilation as a novel concept. Though swiftly deleted, screenshots spread…

The relentless click-whir of a folding machine echoes through a Seoul lab as a determined YouTuber puts Samsung’s latest foldable through hell. Tech reviewer Park Min-jae of TechDurability Lab is live-streaming an unprecedented stress test: folding and unfolding the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 a staggering 200,000 times. “We’re simulating 10 years of daily use in just weeks,” Park explained during the August 8, 2025 livestream. “If Samsung’s claims hold, it should survive.” Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7’s Engineering Put to the Test Samsung promises the Z Fold 7’s “Armor Aluminum” frame and redesigned hinge can withstand over 300,000 folds—a…

Forget the drain clog; one woman transformed five years of shower shedding into an internet sensation. Ashley, known on TikTok as @reallyrapunzel, has meticulously saved every strand of hair lost during her showers since 2020, amassing a collection substantial enough to braid. Her latest video, celebrating the milestone, has captivated over 2.6 million viewers, sparking both awe and questions about normal hair loss. “Guysss it’s officially been 5 years?!” Ashley exclaimed in the viral clip. The video shows her adding her latest shower-shed clump to the ever-growing collection, spraying it with product, brushing it smooth, and demonstrating its surprising length…

A viral video exposing La Quinta Inn’s virtual check-in system staffed by overseas workers has ignited fierce backlash over American job outsourcing. The August 2025 clip, viewed over 2.8 million times, shows a Miami guest interacting with a remote employee – likely based in India – through a video kiosk instead of a physical front desk agent. This controversial virtual front desk outsourcing strategy has drawn accusations of corporate cost-cutting at the expense of U.S. employment amid an already fragile job market. The Virtual Check-In Controversy Explained Right-wing account @WallStreetApes first shared the footage on August 1, 2025, captioning: “Miami…

Imagine your fitness tracker finally explaining why your heart races at 2 PM instead of just flashing numbers. That future is unfolding as Google unveils SensorLM – an AI breakthrough that could turn wearables into intuitive health translators. Trained on 59.7 million hours of anonymized data from 103,000 Fitbit and Pixel users, SensorLM does what no fitness tracker currently achieves: it transforms raw biometrics into human-like insights. Instead of seeing “heart rate: 120 bpm,” you might read: “Elevated heart rate detected after climbing stairs – typical post-lunch activity pattern.” This leap from data to context represents wearable tech’s most significant…

Picture this: a thunderous explosion rattles your living room, rain patters overhead, and a whisper echoes from behind your couch—all without a single movie-theater visit. This immersive magic is now accessible to Indian audiophiles as Samsung debuts its flagship HW-Q990F and QS700F soundbars, promising cinema-grade audio for homes. Launched on August 7, 2025, these devices target India’s booming premium audio market, blending cutting-edge acoustics with competitive pricing. Flagship HW-Q990F: 11.1.4-Channel Dolby Atmos Dominance Samsung’s top-tier HW-Q990F is engineered for uncompromised realism. Its 11.1.4-channel setup—complete with wireless rear speakers and a subwoofer—creates multidimensional sound via Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. TechRadar’s 2025…

Imagine waking to discover a cornerstone of American liberty had vanished overnight. That’s precisely what happened this week when Section 9 of the U.S. Constitution—including the critical habeas corpus clause—disappeared from Congress’s official online archive. The Library of Congress attributed the omission to a “coding error,” but legal experts and alarmed citizens question whether this digital vanishing act was truly accidental. Habeas Corpus: The Missing Constitutional Safeguard Habeas corpus—the centuries-old legal principle preventing arbitrary detention—isn’t some obscure footnote. Explicitly enshrined in Article I, Section 9 of the original Constitution, it declares: “The Privilege of the Writ of Habeas Corpus shall…

The pulsating beats of Ibiza’s clubs have crowned an unexpected king. A man with a striking medieval bowl cut, gold chain, and unshakeable confidence exploded across TikTok as the “Ibiza Final Boss,” amassing over 19 million views and sparking a global hunt for his identity. His electrifying dance moves and unique style in videos posted by clubs like Zero Six West Ibiza transformed him overnight from a reveler into an internet icon. Comment sections overflowed with admiration and humor, declaring him “THE Ibiza final boss” and joking he personified England itself. The Meteoric Rise of the Ibiza Final Boss The…

Samsung has expanded its premium laptop portfolio in India with the launch of the Galaxy Book 5 Pro 16-inch, marking a significant upgrade for professionals and creatives seeking larger-screen productivity. Announced on August 7, 2025, this powerhouse device bridges the gap between mobility and desktop-level performance, featuring Intel’s latest processors and Samsung’s signature AMOLED brilliance. With pre-orders now live, the 16-inch model answers growing demand for expansive displays in India’s competitive premium laptop market. Design and Display Innovation The Galaxy Book 5 Pro 16-inch maintains Samsung’s minimalist aesthetic with a lightweight magnesium-alloy chassis weighing just 1.56kg. Its star feature is…

Annie Korzen’s infectious chuckle and innocent question—“Was it crispy?”—made her a viral TikTok sensation at 86. Now, that same viral moment has ignited a fierce debate about creator rights after ice cream giant Maxibon used her likeness in an ad campaign without permission or payment, leaving the internet demanding justice for the beloved content creator. The Origin of the “Was It Crispy” Phenomenon In 2021, Korzen’s playful interrogation about Krispy Kreme donuts captivated TikTok. Her video, asking “Have you ever had a Krispy Kreme?” followed by the iconic punchline “Was it crispy?” when told it wasn’t, exploded with over 1.5…

The race for AI video dominance just hit mobile overdrive. Elon Musk’s xAI has unleashed its Grok Imagine video generator on Android devices, instantly transforming smartphones into Hollywood-grade production studios. Announced via Musk’s X platform on August 7, 2025, this rollout targets Android’s 3.6 billion global users—but with a premium catch. Grok Imagine Android: Key Features and Accessibility The Grok Imagine Android integration lets users generate high-definition videos from text prompts directly within the X app. Unlike OpenAI’s Sora or Google’s Veo, Grok emphasizes real-time rendering, creating 10-second clips in under 90 seconds. According to xAI’s technical documentation (August 2025),…

The competitive running and fitness tracking market in India welcomes two new high-end contenders. Garmin has officially launched its Forerunner 970 and Forerunner 570 GPS smartwatches in India, with prices starting at ₹66,990. Announced on August 7, 2025, these devices aim to capture the premium athletic segment with advanced metrics and robust training features. Cutting-Edge Performance Tracking Both models are equipped with multi-band GPS for enhanced accuracy in challenging environments, a critical feature for trail runners and urban athletes facing signal interference. The Forerunner 970 introduces a new stamina tracking algorithm that predicts performance degradation during long sessions, allowing athletes…

Finding a reliable laptop under ₹30,000 in India no longer means settling for sluggish performance. Recent advancements have transformed this budget segment into a competitive space with Windows 11 machines featuring 8GB RAM and SSDs becoming commonplace. Tech brands like Lenovo, Dell, HP, and Acer are now offering surprisingly capable devices that handle everyday tasks smoothly. Top Laptop Picks Under ₹30,000 1. Lenovo V15 (AMD Ryzen 3 7320U) This workhorse combines AMD’s efficient quad-core processor with 8GB RAM and a 256GB SSD. The 15.6-inch anti-glare display reduces eye strain, making it ideal for students. Lenovo’s military-grade durability testing ensures longevity.…

The outcry was immediate and fierce. “Instagram lost they fucking mind adding that maps feature.. what is with the obsession of having our location shared to the public??? NO THANK YOU!” tweeted user @IAmBen_E hours after Instagram’s August 6, 2025 announcement. This visceral reaction echoes across social platforms as Instagram Maps—Meta’s new location-sharing tool—faces blistering criticism for privacy overreach. The feature, which curates and broadcasts users’ tagged locations to mutual followers, ignited a firestorm despite being opt-in by default. How Instagram Maps Works Instagram Maps aggregates location-tagged posts from followed accounts, displaying them on an interactive map visible to mutual…

Imagine leaving a handbag worth more than a luxury car in a taxi—vanishing into the bustling streets of London. For Hana Al Hai, founder of Dubai’s Pearl Haute Couture, this nightmare became reality when her rare black alligator-skin Hermès Kelly Pochette (£65,000/$86,868) was left in a cab. What followed restored global faith in human decency. The Relentless Hunt for a Bag’s Owner London taxi driver Terry—who only shared his first name—discovered the exquisite Hermès bag after Hana’s ride. Finding no ID, he meticulously searched the contents and spotted a label from “The Lounge at Dubai Mall.” At 2 AM London…

Tech shoppers are rushing to online stores as Apple’s revolutionary MacBook Air M4 sees unprecedented discounts during India’s Amazon Great Freedom Festival and Flipkart Freedom Sale. The latest Silicon-powered laptop, normally priced at ₹1,24,900, is now available for as low as ₹1,04,900 – marking the steepest price cut since its April 2025 launch. MacBook Air M4: Unprecedented Discounts in Freedom Sales Both e-commerce giants are offering ₹15,000-₹20,000 instant discounts on all M4 configurations. Amazon’s deal includes additional 10% savings for HDFC cardholders, while Flipkart bundles complimentary Adobe Creative Cloud access (3-month subscription). According to TechARC market data (August 2025), Apple…

The Indian smartphone arena braces for disruption as homegrown brand Lava prepares to launch the Blaze AMOLED 2 5G on August 11. Positioned as the slimmest device in its price segment, this release marks a strategic move in the fiercely competitive budget 5G market. With consumers increasingly demanding premium features at accessible prices, Lava’s focus on sleek design could redefine expectations for affordable devices nationwide. Industry analysts note this launch could pressure rivals like Xiaomi and Realme to prioritize ergonomics alongside performance. Design and Display Innovations According to Lava’s official announcement, the Blaze AMOLED 2 5G’s standout feature is its…

The clock is ticking for India’s tech enthusiasts! As the Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale enters its final hours today (August 7, 2025), exclusive discounts on premium smartphones are slipping away. With massive price drops on flagship devices from Apple, Samsung, Google, and OnePlus, this is your last chance to upgrade without breaking the bank. Don’t miss out on these limited-time offers ending at midnight tonight. Top Premium Smartphone Deals Amazon’s flagship sale event has delivered unprecedented discounts on high-end devices. According to Amazon India’s sale tracker updated this morning, these are today’s standout offers: Google Pixel 9: Slashed by…

The eternal battle over musical taste has erupted anew on X, where users are waging war over an impossible question: What truly deserves the title of the worst song ever? Forget subtle disagreements—this digital showdown unites millions in visceral disdain for chart-topping hits that, for some, feel like auditory torture. Top Contenders for the Worst Song Ever The nominations range from nostalgic cringe to modern irritants. Leading the pack is Train’s “Hey Soul Sister”, criticized for its cloying ukulele and saccharine lyrics. Close behind is MAGIC!’s “Rude”, derided as reggae-lite with a problematic premise. OMI’s “Cheerleader” incites fury for its…