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‘If I’m spending 1,000+ on a phone I want my bag’:...

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2025/03/24

People love hearing about what really happens behind the scenes at big-name companies—especially ones as secretive as Apple.That’s exactly what one TikTok creator is offering. Kaitlynd McQueen (@reddnea), who used to work at Apple and now posts tech content and unboxing videos, shared a clip that’s been viewed more than 7.6 million times. In it, she goes over a set of unusual rules that Apple employees should reportedly follow. “Weird rules for [Apple logo] employees,” McQueen wrote in

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‘This is actually genius for some folks’: O’Reilly’s...

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2025/03/24

A shopper at an O'Reilly Auto Parts store was amazed to find a brand of body wash amid the offerings. But he arrived at the determination it makes sense for people who are serious about working on their cars. The eight-second video setting the scene came from creator Grumpy91 (@grumpy925). He published his video on Thursday and getting more than 39,000 views and 1,500 likes as of Sunday. "They got body wash at O'Reilly's?" he askes, chuckling, as the smartphone camera hones in on a bottle of

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‘So we looked at Lowe’s and Home Depot’: Man nearly...

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2025/03/24

Getting a new dryer can be a huge hassle, but one TikToker has highlighted an unexpected solution. In a video that has amassed 393,300 views, Nick (@nldoty) shared how Costco saved the day. He began the video by explaining that his dryer broke. While he initially wanted to repair it himself, the cost to do so was around $500. Consequently, he went to Lowe's and Home Depot in order to seek out a replacement dryer. However, he was unimpressed with the cost. While browsing Home Depot and Lowe's,

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‘I’m glad I can have it this way’: Fitness expert...

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2025/03/24

Nutrionist Sean Fontaine (@fontyfitness) shared how folks can still engage in healthier eating practices while enjoying fast food. Although he concedes that these aren't ideal options, he espouses a philosophy of "balance" when it comes to nutrition. In a viral TikTok that's accrued over 271,000 views, he shares his fast food philosophy with a Wendy's sandwich selection. It's one that he says satisfies one's craving for fast food, while still packing tons of protein. Moreover, he's posted videos

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‘I’m not going to be greedy’: Walmart shopper reaches...

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2025/03/24

A Walmart customer went viral on TikTok after sharing a hidden gem she discovered in the store’s freezer section: seafood boil bags. Salisha Dearing (@salishad3) recently posted a video in which she revealed the frozen seafood dishes she stumbled upon, including a seafood boil bag from the brand Two Fish Foods. According to its website, Two Fish Foods sells ready-to-cook frozen seafood boil bags, which include ingredients like corn, crab legs, potatoes, and shrimp. Dearing says she was

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‘Where are y’all finding cars under $3K?’: Woman buys...

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2025/03/23

In an era of what the kids call “flexing,” TikToker Lizzy (@ilovehimsomuchbro) redefined the term “weird flex” in a video that’s conjured an impressive 766,000 views. From the onset, the influencer sets the stage to a hip-hop beat one might think would fit well with a shot of a cotton candy Lamborghini à la 50 Cent. The clip immediately opens on the dashboard of a 14-year-old Toyota Camry LE. Like most model years, the 2011 offering has been praised for its remarkable reliability. Evidently,

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‘Let this be a warning’: Woman gets the Keaton Oaks...

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2025/03/23

It happens to the best of us. You see someone on Instagram or TikTok with a perfect haircut and suddenly feel the urge to march into a salon and ask for the exact same thing. But then—once the cape comes off—you realize it doesn’t look quite the way you imagined. That’s what happened to TikTok creator Ashlyn Michelle Clay (@ashlynmichellecla), whose video about her summer haircut regret has now racked up over 1.9 million views. “If you are considering the Keaton Oaks haircut this summer, let

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‘This lady has some nerve’: Woman enters Aldi...

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2025/03/23

When grocery shopping, customers usually expect the same thing every time: Walk in, grab what you need, and check out. But sometimes, things don’t go as planned. Maybe someone removes the divider on the belt so your items mix together. Maybe you’re holding one carton of milk, and the person in front of you “with 100 items” won’t let you go first. Recently, another grocery shopper shared what can go wrong at checkout—and it’s definitely one of the more unusual stories we've heard. What

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‘Someone messed up’: Costco shopper reaches for...

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2025/03/23

"Sometimes, you just win." Holland March, a down-on-his luck private detective says at the end of The Nice Guys after a grueling climactic scene. And this same sentiment was recently expressed by a Costco shopper in a viral Reddit post. Josh Tice (@josh_tice) shared a photo on the social media application's r/Costco sub. At first glance, it doesn't seem to be anything out of the ordinary. It's a photograph of a plastic container with a black bottom and clear top. Inside the bin is an

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‘Girl even my dupe doesn’t tarnish’: Woman splurges...

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2025/03/23

A shopper is now questioning whether Van Cleef uses real gold after her new bracelet started to tarnish. Maison Van Cleef & Arpels (usually just referred to as Van Cleef) has been around for more than a century. It is a luxury jewelry brand known for having excellent craftsmanship, high-quality materials, and timeless designs, according to Sandr Jewellers. The brand claims to have some of the most skilled jewelry artisans, and the company has a patented ‘Mystery Set’ technique that

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‘Home Depot machine here won’t take older bills...

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2025/03/10

Is this the best way to tell if money is counterfeit? Well, according to one man, all you need is a crumpled piece of paper and a little bit of elbow grease. So is this a genius money hack, or just another internet fable?TikTok user IknowTHINGS (@jko_knows) shares that his father showed him a “carnival trick” to spot fake money. “Money is printed on cotton and not on paper. And the ink on real money never dries fully,” he claims in the clip. So far, it's been viewed more than 380,000

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‘Like why are we putting an age on it??’: 26-year-old...

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2025/03/10

According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 8 U.S. women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Yet, despite this, younger women aren't given as much opportunity to have early screenings. To have a mammogram, for instance, you must be at least 40. However, according to Cancer Research U.K., if a relative has cancer, your chance of having cancer increases. In a video that has amassed 313,700 views, 26-year-old TikToker Mik (@miksstuff) shared how her relative got diagnosed

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‘Open it up and fill the bag’: Walmart shopper picks...

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2025/03/10

A Walmart customer posted a TikTok that may have shoppers thinking twice about their produce purchases. A TikToker who posts under Chaxco Y El Corrill (@qkojones) recorded themselves comparing two bags of potatoes. Both of the packages indicate that they contain a specific product weight. However, upon weighing the bags on a scale in one location's produce section, they discovered one weighed less than advertised. Their viral clip garnered over 799,999 views and prompted throngs of commenters

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‘Don’t come’: Auto shop worker issues PSA to drivers...

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2025/03/09

A frustrated mechanic issued a PSA to folks who expect a quick service turnaround on their vehicles. The repair technician, who posts under the name Billy (@billytech) on TikTok, aired his grievances in a clip that's accrued over 674,000 views. In it, he provides a scathing diatribe for those who expect employees to work on their vehicles with alacrity. Billy bluntly tells customers with these expectations to understand that this can't always be the case. According to him, if you don't have time

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‘At least it’s free’: Sephora shopper receives...

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2025/03/09

This Sephora customer got a gift that left her wanting more. Now, people are seemingly gaslighting her in the comment section. Plenty of places offer birthday gifts, discounts, or perks when you come in on your birthday or during your birthday month. Restaurants will often give you a free dessert, clothing stores tend to offer a time-sensitive discount, and beauty spots may provide a small product. At its core, it's just another sales tactic to get you to spend. You're already there for your

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‘So she literally did everything you asked her NOT to...

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2025/03/09

This woman learned an unfortunate lesson after ordering a custom baby shower cake from Walmart. According to customers, Walmart cakes are often a hit or miss. People tend to like them because they're affordable, convenient, and surprisingly good for the price you pay. Depending on the size and decor, a Walmart cake or cupcake pack could run you anywhere from about $6 to $50. With a 5-in cake costing $6 compared to the $50 several other bakeries charge, Walmart is often the go-to resource for

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‘Skill issue tbh’: Woman buys new BMW. She didn’t...

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2025/03/09

A woman says there might be a reason for the stereotype that BMW drivers don't use their blinkers when merging. In a video with over 902,000 views, BMW M340i owner Silly M3 (@mybimmerlife) sits in the driver's seat of her car. On-screen text reads, "Never realized by BMW owners didn't use their blinker until I owned one..." She zooms in on the turn signal behind the steering wheel, showing some resistance as it clicks between off and the right turn signal. The caption reads, "Why is it

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‘I would’ve crashed out’: DoorDash customer orders...

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2025/03/09

A woman ordered food from Starbucks via DoorDash, and in the end, would have preferred they not come at all. Creator Ellie Lennon (@ellielennon05) chronicled the disappointment in a TikTok posted on Friday. It's earned more than 161,000 views as of Sunday. Soundtracked to a snippet of Paramore's "The Only Exception," she shares her story via on-screen caption. "Since Starbucks was out of my sandwich, they sent my DoorDasher with an empty bag that said 'Sorry, we're all out,' and I feel like

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‘He was definitely just embarrassed’: Server uses...

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2025/03/09

This restaurant server sparked a heated debate over what she believed to be a gracious gesture toward her guests regarding declined cards. Working in the restaurant industry is tough. People can be rude, the hours are long, and the work is physically demanding. Worst of all, your pay is unpredictable, and you rarely get any kind of benefits. Tipped workers are currently allowed to make as little as $2.13 an hour. This is $5.12 less than the federal minimum wage, according to the U.S

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‘It’s not just the Cybertruck’: Man catches Tesla...

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2025/03/09

Did you buy a Tesla and regret it? You're not alone. These owners are even trying to fool people into thinking they're driving another vehicle. What's this trend all about? Tesla in Costumes Teslas are playing Halloween and dressing up as other vehicle brands thanks to their owners. This electric vehicle enthusiast molesrcool (@molesrcool) explains whats going on. "Why are so many people right now trying to hide the fact that they own a Tesla?" he says in a TikTok. The creator goes on to

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