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internet influence

The Web's Dark Side: How One Teen's Life Took a Wrong Turn

January 3, 2026

In the peaceful suburbs of Charlotte, a young man's journey took a troubling direction. Christian Sturdivant, just 18 years old, was on the brink of carrying out a harmful plan. His target? A local grocery store and a fast-food restaurant. But what led him to this point? The internet played a big r

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Internet Stars Golf Event: A Mix of Fame, Fumbles, and Fun

October 29, 2025

The Barstool Sports Internet Invitational was a star-studded golf event that had everything: big names, big money, and big blunders. Among the mix of influencers, athletes, and golf pros, one name stood out for all the wrong reasons: Luke Kwon. The YouTuber missed his 9:30 AM tee time because he ove

technology

How YouTube's Recommendations Can Shape Votes

November 21, 2024

Did you know that something as simple as the order of YouTube videos can sway your vote? A recent study found out just how powerful this can be. Researchers created a fake YouTube simulator and ran experiments with over 1, 400 undecided voters in the US. They showed these voters sequences of videos