All articles tagged with #online community
The article discusses the rising popularity of semi-cured gel nail strips, which feature intricate designs and are applied at home, creating a cult following among collectors and beauty enthusiasts. It highlights personal stories of individuals like Emily Uhlig and Naomi Seijo, who have amassed large collections and use online platforms to trade and sell these nail sets, fostering a community centered around this trend.
Reddit is preparing for an IPO that values the platform at up to $6.4 billion, with plans to list 22 million shares at a price between $31 and $34. Unlike traditional IPOs, Reddit will offer shares to its contributors, including Redditors and moderators, potentially leading to share-price volatility. The offering is only available to users who had established accounts as of January 1, 2024, and shares will be distributed based on users' contributions and moderators' actions on the platform.
Despite changes and challenges on the platform formerly known as Twitter, Black Twitter users remain resilient, finding ways to connect, support each other, and maintain a sense of community amid the chaos. While the platform's ownership by Elon Musk has led to some declines in user base and changes in conversation tone, Black Twitter users continue to thrive, share experiences, and engage in discussions about everyday life, entertainment, and social issues, demonstrating a strong sense of collectivity and care.
The subreddit r/fascinating is a popular online community with over 40k members where people share interesting pictures, facts, and videos. One of the moderators, WeirdPineapple, discusses the growth and challenges of the subreddit, including battling trolls and spam. WeirdPineapple also shares how being a Reddit mod led to a career as a professional racer. The subreddit captures attention with its captivating content and mysterious settings.
The official teaser trailer for EarthBound USA, an independent documentary on the popular video game EarthBound, has been released. The film explores the power of online communities and follows American teenagers as they crusade for their favorite game, pitting their fan site against a corporate giant and navigating the challenges of adulthood. Directed by Jazzy Benson, the documentary features interviews with MOTHER series creator Shigesato Itoi and former Nintendo employees. EarthBound USA is available now.
Palmar Kelly, a 27-year-old TikTok creator and sugar baby, shares her experience online to dispel misconceptions about the lifestyle. She became a sugar baby to have financial freedom and the ability to say "no" to things she didn't want to do. Despite facing setbacks on TikTok, where she had a large following, Kelly continues to post content to destigmatize sex work and address misconceptions. She hopes to build a supportive online community and pursue her dreams in the entertainment industry.
A writer reflects on how playing Halo 3 at 17 years old changed her life, introducing her to online gaming and shaping her career in the industry. Despite initial resistance from her parents, she purchased an Xbox 360 and immersed herself in the game, eventually becoming highly skilled and forming friendships through Xbox Live. Halo 3 opened the door to other shooters and solidified her passion for video games, leading her to pursue a career in gaming journalism.
After experiencing fat-shaming and criticism online, the author found solace and support in a weight loss support subgroup on Facebook. Despite previous therapy sessions, the group provided the compassion and understanding she needed during difficult times. The author emphasizes the importance of finding a supportive community and encourages kindness and empathy towards others, highlighting the potential to save lives through such connections.
A woman sparked a debate online after refusing to put on a shirt while working out at the gym. She argued that she should not be treated differently because of her body shape and that the gym did not have a dress code. Other gym-goers had opted for the same outfit choice, but she was singled out and asked to put on a shirt. The woman wondered if she could have handled the situation differently, but online users supported her and criticized discrimination against people based on their appearance.
A woman sparked a debate online after refusing to put on a shirt while working out at the gym. She argued that she should not be treated differently because of her body shape and that the gym did not have a dress code. Other gym-goers had opted for the same outfit choice, but she was singled out and asked to put on a shirt. The woman asked an online community if she was in the wrong, and many users supported her, saying that people should not be entitled to comment on others' appearance while working out.
HBO's hit TV show, Succession, has become a meme sensation, with its screengrabs, quotes, and references dominating online discourse. The show's depiction of the workings of the digital media industry as ruthless and inane has motivated real digital media workers to actively interact with the show online. Despite being a show about ruthless capitalists, the way that all the characters have been so wounded by their abusive father makes it easy for the audience to empathize with them. Succession is predicted to continue to feel sadly relevant even after the finale.
Invite-only social media platform Bluesky has announced a new rule prohibiting heads of state from joining due to potential moderation challenges. The platform, which is still in beta, already boasts high-profile members such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Chrissy Teigen. However, the more prominent members that join, the more difficult it becomes for the Bluesky team to moderate the platform. Despite the understandable motivation for the policy, it is still unfortunate for those who would have enjoyed seeing King Charles inadvertently stumble upon sexy jpegs of Alf.
A member of the small online community where a Massachusetts Air National Guard member is accused of leaking hundreds of classified U.S. intelligence documents told ABC News that he looked up to the airman, calling him "very smart, and always was [one] step ahead of everyone." The user, who goes by the name Vahki, said he had been a member of the server for four to five years, and that Teixeira was admired within the group of 25 people. Vahki said his motivation for speaking with ABC News was to clear up misconceptions around Teixeira, namely, according to Vahki, that the accused leaker is a racist.