#users kylie jenner

[valiwrites]

lotus ✧.* joao felix

: ̗̀➛ pairing: joao felix x male!hockeyplayer!reader : ̗̀➛ warnings: i don't watch hockey!! i have no idea what i'm doing but i like this idea and i looked into it a bit so i hope it makes sence at least a little : ̗̀➛ smau

yourusername ✔︎

liked by joaofelix79, kyliejenner, oscarpiastri, sabrinacarpenter and 4.5m others

yourusername is he a wag? or am i? or is it us both?

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user1 who is he talking about??

user2 his bf but we don't know who it is yet

user3 you are both wags for eachother

user4 i thought only non athletes can be wags tho

user5 he's joking. he know that lmaoo

user6 kylie what are you doing here?? 🤔

user7 she's been stalking him for months

kyliejenner 😍

user8 girl did not read the caption lmaoo

joaofelix79 ✔︎

liked by pedroneto_30, pedri, chelseafc, colepalmer10, yourusername and 1.3m others

joaofelix79 great game! moving forward

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user1 i watched the game 😍 loved it

user2 miss you in barca

colepalmer10 💪💪

user3 y/n in the likes??

user4 so what? when joao is in his likes no one says anything

user5 who's y/n

user3 he's a swiss hockey player who has a bf but doesn't wanna tell who it is so we have to find out ourselves

user5 well if he doesn't wanna tell respect that tf

user6 ik you and y/n have something joao

user7 no they don't what the hell

user8 if joao and y/n are actually dating i love the diffrence in their captions

user9 that's why i think they aren't bc their posts are so diffrent

yourusername ✔︎

liked by swissicehockeyfederation, joaofelix79, kyliejenner, nhl and 3.6m others

yourusername we’re just really good at hiding in plain sight

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user1 y/n please!! i can't anymore i need to know

user2 let him have his fun he'll get bored eventually and tell us

user3 i think i know who it is

user4 who?? oml i wanna know so bad

user3 joao felix, he's a football player i think

user5 please tell us

user6 joao in the likes again!!

user7 he always likes but doesn't comment

kyliejenner stormi misses you 🥰

user8 kylie please you're embarassing yourself

user9 what is happening 😭😭

enews ✔︎

liked by 56k users

enews joao felix and y/n l/n were spotted kissing outside an airport restaurant in switzerland 😳 it’s looking like the whole ‘instagram’ thing might’ve been a bit of a cover-up after all.

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user1 i knew it

user2 honestly that's so disrespectful...they wanted to keep it private

user3 they should think of that before kissing in an open space area

user4 that's honestly kinds cutesy

user5 aww my two fav athletes are a couple 🥺

user6 it was kinda obvious by the likes on every post

user7 i just thought they were friends supporting eachother 😭

yourusername ✔︎

liked by joaofelix79, jackhughes, pedroneto_30 and 2.1m others

yourusername take a note: if you're a celebrity in a private relationship, don't kiss your partner in public 🥲

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joaofelix79 you're an idiot

yourusername i'm your idiot

user1 YESSS!!

user2 ha! take that kylie jenner!

user3 she can go back to timothee now

jackhuges my ship 🥺

user4 lmaoo jack was holding this secret in for so long

user5 when is the wedding and are we invited?

user6 kylie has been awfuly quiet 😭😭

user7 she just found out her boy toy is not into her kind lmao

[fearsomeandwretched]

Kylie Jenner being in the top five celebrity jet users for years is so infuriating to me she is literally talentless and contributes nothing positive to society

[madameaug]

Woman Crush Wednesday

Pairing: (Streamer) Jungkook x (Moderator)Jennette

Synposis: The story of Jennette putting that thirsty viewer in her place.

"Hi guys," Jungkook said to his camera. He fidgeted with different files on his computer, still nervous to make eye contact with the expensive camera he had just bought. He was still new to this whole streamer business, and his public speaking ability was slowly growing as well.

He tossed his overgrown bangs away from his eyes. He read the user names of regular viewers in his stream.

Hi Jungkook! Okay upgrades

Jungkook turned to look at the new gaming engine (???) he got. He had been picking up torturous night shifts to afford this. He shyly thanked the viewer he recognized it.

Mang_Luver: Did I miss anything?

"Nope, I basically just started," Jungkook responded. His nerves calmed, knowing one of his moderators had entered the chat. He just averaged 2,000 viewers on a stream and thought one or two moderators wouldn't help.

During one of Jungkook's late nights at work, he created a list of stream ideas. So he wouldn't be staring awkwardly on the stream. He figured now would be better than any other time to look at the list.

"Okay, I have two ideas for tonight's stream. We can either do a tier list or play, would you rather? I'll create a poll, and you all can vote."

The chat spammed their opinions. It was neck and neck for either option. This was a recent trend for streamers. There was a popular 'Woman Crush Wednesday' tier list where streamers ranked their preference for an array of famous celebrity women.

Would you rather would be Jungkook eliminating or saving one object. He found this one talking about different games. He had website bookmarked on his laptop.

TIER LIST WINS --- TIER LIST WINS --- TIER LIST WINS

Mang_Luver: Oh brother

Jungkook pulled up the list. Fifteen slots with fifteen beautiful women. Rubbing his hands, he glossed at the roster. He scanned for the name of his teenage celebrity crush, IU. She was a talented singer, back in his home country. The number one spot would automatically go to her, but he quickly saw the list was of American celebrities.

"I think I'm a work my way from the bottom to the top."

Jennette watched Jungkook, her lips tucked in her mouth. She was supposed to write a paper for her American Politics class, but she was too busy watching Jungkook's stream. She discovered Jungkook's channel not too long ago, accidentally clicking his channel. The first semester of freshman year was a little rough and she welcomed any distraction from her overwhelming workload.

She couldn't put into words why she was nervous watching him do a list. She watched her other favorite streamers do the same list with the same women. It was background noise as she was folding her laundry. This time, her eyes were glued to her iPad.

She crossed her fingers and toes, hoping the unlucky lady who would claim the final spot would not be a black woman. Out of the list of fifteen, there were six black women. She hoped that Jungkook wouldn't say some off-the-wall comment about the black women and mercilessly drag them to the bottom. She hoped he was different.

"I think out of respect, I have to put Angelina Jolie at last. She's almost the age of my mom. It be weird." Jennette verbally signed. Her hand going over her chest. Worry melted away and a smile replaced it.

"Same for Beyonce. Plus she's married. I don't stand a chance." He laughed.

Canceled! Here comes the Beehive You've done it now Kiss your career goodbye

Jungkook found their teir easier than expected. Of the women on the list quite a few were married or in long-term relationships. Even though none of these women knew who he was,it was easier to place them towards of the bottom of the list. The chat was criticizing him for taking the 'easy way' out.

"Kylie Jenner, she's pretty." Jungkook contemplated now in the top five spots. The other four women he had left to choose was Zendaya, Lauren Jauregui, Tinashe, and Madison Beer.

Pretty_Mami: Hey handsome

The new viewer donated $30 to have the automated voice read out her comment. Jungkook's eyes went big. It was the biggest donation he's gotten in the stream so far.

"Thank you pretty mami." He added a hint of Spanish flair to the name. He messed with his beanie, pulling it down slightly to hide his eyes.

In typical chat fashion, they ignited at the simple interaction. Whenever Jungkook presumably spoke to a woman, the chat seemed to dissect the message. Overanalyzing body language, damn near becoming CIA agent.

Jungkook speaking spanish!! #needthat it's getting hot in here

Jungkook went back to the list dragging Kylie to the third spot. He missed the series of comments from the generous donor pretty mami.

Meanwhile, Jennette watched her comments with hawk eyes. Her assignment long forgotten as she closed the textbook. Pretty mami left a series of flirtatious messages in the chat. Some of them becoming more suggestive than the next. Jennette was glad Jungkook wasn't paying to much of attention.

Mang_Luver: Keep it cute yall

Jennette didn't think much of the message. Her job as a moderator was to keep the chat friendly and appropriate. There was no telling how old all of Jungkook's viewers were, and older chat members sometimes needed to be reminded of that.

Pretty_Mami: Jungkook are you single?

Pretty_Mami: Check your DM, handsome

The last comment catching Jungkook's attention.

"Of course." Jungkook stopped what he was doing and pulled out his phone.

OMFG OMFG mom and dad wait, no fairrrrrrr Jungkook is so feeling her Damn she's pretty asf

Steaming Jennette watched as Jungkook fed into the chat's delusions. He was just being nice. He wasn't doing anything out of the ordinary.

His thumbs fired off seemingly typing a message to her DM. Jennette was irritated, Jungkook was putting the whole steam to respond to some chick.

Mang_luver: Can't you respond to DMs later ?

Jungkook's lips smacked. "Ah. Mang is right; I'll respond off-stream."

Pretty_Mami: girl nobody really cares about this tier list.

Mang_luver: then why are you in the stream

Jennette was finding her irritation increasing, and her fingers were moving faster on the keypad. She was trying to keep it cute and not really get into a virtual altercation with a random person. However, pretty mami appeared to be in a mood to be petty. She was trying to 'son' Mang and call her a hater, words that were doing nothing to Jennette.

Pretty_Mami: I don't answer to you. You are probably some thirteen-year-old. I'm not gonna waste my time talking to a kid. Stay in your lane hun. Let grown folks be grown.

Jennette's lips smacked before her finger hovered over Pretty Mami's username. The option to ban the reckless user was tempting. Jungkook wouldn't even notice if she stopped chatting. Yeah, he wouldn't even notice.

Pretty_Mami: Not even tryna gas myself up but I have the face of Madison and the body of Kylie 💋

With awful timing, Jungkook read the chat out loud, reading the flirty comment. Jungkook blushed messily, running his fingers through his hair. Jennette was taken aback. He was really eating up the desperate attempts. She rolled her eyes at the streamer. Jungkook's fan girls continued writing flirty comments trying to mimic pretty mami.

Tapping on her last nerve, pretty mami tagged Jennette in a snark comment. Not even letting the user get the gratification of allowing other viewers to read her comment, Jennette clicked the the ban button.

"Ha!" She stood up. She folded her arms, watching as her previous comment disappeared.

"Don't have to hear her mouth."

[thisrots]

get to know me! (u have no choice. srry.)

u thought u knew a loser lesbian? lol! meet me

𖦹 valentina/e (or val if u will)

𖦹 hispanic

𖦹 21!

𖦹 cancer baby (july to be exact)

𖦹 she/her

𖦹 femme…tomboy…secret third thing

𖦹 5’4

𖦹 glasses wearer

𖦹 super powers: soft hair, sharp canines, & i drive with one hand

𖦹 current/previous obsessions that still are a part of my life: arcane <3, ohshc, yoi, homestuck (very much retired.. but still love), junji ito, beastars (sue me), blue eye samurai, mouthwashing, fnaf, tokyo ghoul, killing stalking, mlp (my first ever fixation), tgswiiwagaa, omegaverse manhwa, nana, etc…

𖦹 music favs: top, billie eilish, harry styles, marina, gorillaz, lana del rey, charli xcx, olivia rodrigo, mcr, chappell roan, p!atd (fuck brendon urie), bad bunny, but i listen to a little bit of everything (etc…)

𖦹 i like to write (obv), read, listen to obnoxiously loud music, dance (by myself mostly), starting to get into cosplay, love attending any and all anime conventions

𖦹 current women crushes: vi <333, jinx, sevika, cait, marcy (the vampire queen), mizu, rhea ripley, billie eilish, nana osaki, shakira (my awakening), (will prob be adding to this) my gf FIRST THO!!!

𖦹 trinket/stuffy collector

𖦹 keroppi is my fav sanrio character

𖦹 professional over thinker/fidgety mess (im mentally ill)

𖦹 fav colors: black/pink/dark green

𖦹 girl that likes cute things/pretty colors yet looks nothing like it

𖦹 i own a cat that is my baby (idgaf that she’s 5–she’s my baby)

𖦹 salty over sweet

𖦹 summer over winter

𖦹 i wear cosmic by kylie jenner (do not associate me with that family i just… like the scent)

𖦹 my user comes from bed rotting (i do that often). rot + this sucks = thisrots (this sucks)… u get it?

yea. that’s all for now. no way u read all that, right?

[mariacallous]

The most-liked video in TikTok history shows a dark-haired woman making funny faces to her front-facing camera as she lip-syncs to a popular song. It’s held its position since 2020, but recently it’s encountered competition from another video, featuring … a dark-haired woman making funny faces to her front-facing camera as she lip-syncs to a popular song.

Australian influencer Leah Halton posted her simple, short video set to YG Marley’s “Praise Jah in the Moonlight” on February 5, nearly four years after the front-runner it’s trying to take down. Initially, it got a few million likes—not bad, but small potatoes by the standards of a platform with well over a billion monthly active users. Still, because TikTok’s algorithm doesn’t care how old a video is, it began to catch on, and soon its popularity skyrocketed. Over the month of April, it went from approximately 12 million likes to more than 49 million, making it one of the most popular videos in the app’s history.

Keeping track of the video’s growth is easy: Just look closely at its comment section. TikTok users have spent months posting its current metrics multiple times a day, comparing it to other popular videos as it makes its way up the list and exhorting people to spread it around so it can eventually become the most-liked TikTok ever.

At the moment, that goal seems unlikely. Since that enormous leap in April, growth has slowed, and as of July 1 it has gotten fewer than 3 million likes in the past two months. Those are still impressive numbers, but the current record-holder, a video by Bella Poarch, went from 64 million likes to 66 million likes in that same time frame, more than enough to keep her video at the top.

Poarch, an influencer and singer, set the record in 2020 with a video which has many similarities to Halton’s, from the hair and makeup style to the short, satisfying, and easy-to-mimic movements. At the time, Vox journalist Rebecca Jennings called the popularity of Poarch’s video “inexplicable,” but the success of her video and Halton’s—and the similarities between them both—provide indicators of what it takes to achieve virality on TikTok's somewhat abstruse platform. Jennings concluded that “young people centering their conventional attractiveness in easily repeatable formats” was “the logical endpoint” of TikTok. Unfortunately for Halton, once you’ve reached the end, there’s nowhere further to go, and once the novelty has worn off she’ll have to settle for the silver medal.

It’s a little odd to apply the logic of a race to the popularity of two very similar videos. Poarch and Halton (neither of whom responded to requests for comment) haven’t treated it as a rivalry, but in the comment sections of both videos, there’s a loose but fiercely devoted community formed around getting Halton’s video past Poarch’s. “Anyone here on July 1st?” read comments on Halton’s clip in at least six languages, each with a line of users replying “me!” “REMIND ME WHEN THIS HITS 67M!” says a user on Poarch’s video.

It would be easy to put this down to stan armies—established fans of these creators, clashing over the video in a kind of proxy war to glorify their community—but it’s not along such rigid lines. “Whenever there’s a way to quantify popularity online, there’s a group mentality that emerges,” says Kat Tenbarge, a reporter for NBC News who covers internet culture. “It’s something to be a part of.”

Indeed, this isn’t the first time a relatively innocuous post has become the most popular on a platform. In January 2019, an Instagram post with a stock photo of an egg received over 45 million likes in less than two weeks. It shattered Kylie Jenner’s record for the most-liked post in Instagram’s history thanks to a campaign from thousands of users sharing hashtags like #EggGang and #EggSoldiers.

WIRED deemed the egg “the last of a dying breed,” predicting that popularity campaigns from ordinary users, rather than professional influencers or brands, would get less and less traction “as social networks mature and develop more stringent business models.” Just two months later, in a milestone for corporate social media, the Indian music conglomerate T-Series definitively beat the streamer PewDiePie to become YouTube’s most-subscribed channel, despite a campaign from PewDiePie’s fans involving everything from hacking printers to marching in the streets.

Simply put, since viral popularity can be directly translated into money, there’s much less opportunity for it to happen for free. “Mainstream social media platforms have been solidified as global community spaces with outsized cultural impact,” says Tenbarge. “There’s clear value in dominating the metrics on these platforms, which creates an incentive for people to invest their time and care in such accomplishments, even if they don’t personally benefit from it.” Halton has an actual financial investment in her engagement numbers, but the campaign to boost them has already given the more casual users who started it what they wanted: a sense of community.

Beyond that, there’s the issue of how ephemeral TikTok can be. The algorithm that powers the app’s For You page is so good at finding engaging content that China has passed laws against selling it to potential US buyers, who are seeking to purchase the app after lawmakers passed legislation in April forcing its parent company ByteDance to divest from owning it or face a ban in America. The flip side of that algorithm’s power and intensity is that it blocks the more direct and organic forms of community that were the initial appeal of social networks to begin with.

With vanishingly few exceptions, every product, community, or figure with popularity credited to TikTok needs to establish a presence outside of the app to stick around and stay popular, or the relentless algorithm will drive it off people’s feeds. Stanley Quencher water bottles had huge success last year credited to the app, but this was years after they first took off thanks to a prominent review blog. Abigail Barlow, whose Bridgerton fan musical written on TikTok won a Grammy in 2022, had already released a successful single in 2020.

Poarch presumably understood this, quickly parlaying her proverbial 15 minutes of TikTok fame into a line of merchandise, a music career, and more. Halton is already following suit with a reality show appearance. Despite this, Halton’s video will never be able to catch up to Poarch’s without some major element outside TikTok, because it’s just that: a video. Unlike its creator, it can’t transcend the app.

For Halton’s video to break the record, there would need to be some massive, directed interest beyond the shallow sensory appeal that got the video so popular in the first place, which is next to impossible given how much emphasis TikTok places on algorithmic feeds over searching for specific content. The commenters on Halton’s video, who dutifully boost the clip and keep track of the numbers every day, are swimming against the currents that carry every single TikTok to their feeds.

With TikTok reportedly developing a new version of its algorithm to skirt the ban in the US, it’s worth keeping track of how that algorithm shapes what users see, especially how hard it is to work against. The thousands of comments keeping track of the most-liked videos on the platform show that people don’t always just want what the algorithm gives them, and the fact that they come back every day shows they want something that stays in their lives longer than the next swipe up.

[silvyysthings]

Hi Silvy. Perhaps this is what sparked someone’s reaction to an engagement announcement:

https://twitter.com/topones_media/status/1707837157618905390

A friend of mine just shared an Instagram post from a different “source” (read: bot account) with the exact same wording as this Twitter one and asked how I was feeling about the tragic news. I recall seeing a couple others under Timothée’s Twitter tag, however I cannot be bothered to weed through my block list. 

Honestly, I hate all these bots just pumping out shit on all platforms - announcements of dating/engagement, breakup, new movie/show, etc. whether true or not. It’s old-fashioned National Enquirer junk articles on steroids disseminated daily through bots. Makes bot follows and likes look annoyingly quaint.

Any of you ever notice when there’s big response about Timothée and K that suddenly Tumblr has 10-20 bot accounts pushing information about them? The latest are the accounts ending “-polycom” with the headline “Real reason Kylie Jenner’s kids haven’t met Timothée Chalamet yet – and Kylie’s secret fear over his family”. Same posts were circulating on Twitter a day or two ago. A few days ago it was accounts ending “-mag” with the headline “Kylie Jenner Wears a Ring While Holding Hands With Timothée Chalamet”. And then a week or two ago it was accounts ending in “-mag” with “Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Are ‘Not Official Yet’ (Source)”.

Short story long:  (1) Many people do not read past many headlines and (2) Platforms dependent upon advertising revenue for income are a problem because driving people to an advertisement-filled destination requires users to click links in which platforms utilize the enragement equals engagement rule.

Apologies for my lengthy contribution. Have a great weekend! ✌️ 

People aren't capable to make their own researches

[cyarsk5230]

Kylie Jenner Under Fire for Listening to Unreleased Tory Lanez Song in TikTok Video

Denver Sean

Kylie Jenner decided to play on of Tory Lanez’s unreleased songs for background music in her latest TikTok — and people aren’t happy.

via��Complex:

On Friday, Jenner took to her TikTok page with a video of herself sitting in a car with a filter that altered her face to look like a cartoonish man. Over the video, the Toronto singer’s unreleased song “Hurts Me” can be heard.

Several TikTok users have used the filter and song choice as part of a “jumpscare” trend due to the jarring nature of the filter. Despite its popularity, some are criticizing the 25-year-old for taking part in the trend.

Jenner also posted a now-deleted TikTok of her vibing to the song without the filter.

The reason for the criticism stems from Jenner being tied to the shooting incident between Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion. Many feel that because the events leading up to the incident allegedly started at her place, Jenner should’ve been more mindful of her song choice. 

Fans reacted to the song choice, believing it to be intentional.

Jenner had remained neutral throughout the whole saga between Megan and Tory, which had people believe she was finally choosing sides when posting the TikTok. She did appear in the video for Megan and Cardi B’s “WAP” when it was released in 2020. 

The shooting incident occurred after Tory, Megan, and friends were hanging out at Jenner’s place, and attorneys during the trial suggested that Lanez was trying to make a move on Jenner that night. Megan reportedly became upset with Tory trying to flirt with Jenner, which led to her leaving the party early. 

Tory allegedly stayed behind, but Meg and her former friend Kelsey Nicole came back to get him. Prosecutors argued that Tory Lanez shot Megan in her feet, which a jury found to be accurate and led to the rapper being convicted on felony gun and assault charges in December 2022. 

See the controversial clip below.

Kylie Jenner posts a video of her listening to unreleased Tory Lanez music ? pic.twitter.com/YuVbVN2XNp — Daily Loud (@DailyLoud) June 17, 2023

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[eswayne]

5 Half-Baked Predictions about Threads 🪡

🧵 Threads = Google+ It will probably last longer than Google’s foray into a true social network, but Threads is skyrocketing because it’s already building off other Meta products. And, much like Google did, look for Threads to be integrated into everything else Meta: WhatsApp, Oculus, their idea of the metaverse, even the Facebook app itself. 🧵Threads is the savior of Meta’s ad business Meta has lost massive troves of user data due to ad blockers, privacy sandboxes, and iOS App Tracking Transparency. They need more signals, coming in with more velocity. Nothing moves faster than a microblogging network, and Twitter (before acquisition) was making ~10% of their revenue off data licensing. More data = better ad targeting. New platform = new ad units and packages to sell. 🧵 Threads will also save Instagram Kylie Jenner-gate already told us that users (and especially influencers) want Instagram to be the place for photos, not so much Reels. TikTok already has short vertical video boxed out so well, and with Twitter becoming…whatever it is, users were already using Instagram more for *text* than ever before. Threads lets everyone get along: Instagram stays focused on photos, and celeb or influencer “I’m sorry you feel that way” confessions go on Threads, rather than posting screenshots of a Notes app page. 🧵 Threads will NOT put Meta in jeopardy with the FTC The FTC has been giving Meta the side-eye for a long time, mainly for user data privacy and anticompetitive practices. Cloning another social network *would* have been a bad move in this environment, *if* the network you were copying wasn’t already owned by another FTC pariah: Elon Musk. 🧵 Threads = Fediverse “Big Bang” You’ve been sleeping on the fediverse. You’ve vaguely heard about Mastodon or PixelFed, and possibly the ActivityPub protocol. It’s time to dive in and go deep: Threads at least *will* be part of the fediverse, and is arguably already its biggest network. (More here: https://help.instagram.com/169559812696339)

[thisisabernieblog]

Gal Gadot, Kylie Jenner, Mark Ruffalo: Israel-Palestine war leaves celebrities divided

Several Hollywood stars, athletes and singers face a backlash for supporting Israel, while others are praised for their nuanced take on the conflict



Actress and model Gal Gadot attends the premiere of the movie Barbie in Los Angeles in July 2023 (AFP)

By Ayah El-Khaldi

Published date: 9 October 2023 10:44 BST|Last update: 1 day 9 hours ago

Celebrities including Hollywood A-listers, influencers, and pop stars have been giving their opinions on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict after fighters from the besieged Gaza Strip shocked Israel with their unprecedented land, air and sea assault on Saturday.

Influencer and fashion mogul Kylie Jenner found herself at the centre of a social media storm when she shared a now-deleted post expressing support for Israel.

The Instagram post featured the Israeli flag alongside the message: "Now and always, we stand with the people of Israel." 

Jenner's stance drew widespread criticism.

Many questioned her understanding of Israel's 75-year occupation of the Palestinian territories. 

One social media user wrote: "Kylie Jenner wouldn't know where the Middle East is on a map but is letting her 400 million Instagram followers know she stands with Israel."



Kylie Jenner attends the Met Gala in New York in May 2023 (AFP)

Israeli actress and star of Wonder Woman Gal Gadot, who has previously shown support for the Israeli army, was also criticised for her response to the latest bout of violence. 

"I stand with Israel you should too," Gadot posted on Instagram.

"The world cannot sit on the fence when these horrific acts of terror are happening," she said. "My heart is aching. Praying for all of those in pain."



Palestine: 10 celebrities who have voiced their solidarity

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Gadot's comment section has since been flooded with users writing "Free Palestine" and messages featuring the Palestinian flag emoji.

Comedian Sarah Silverman expressed her concern for her sister, nieces and nephews, who have been protesting against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's controversial judicial reform plans for months. 

"Fight for a two state solution. Israelis are Jews and Arabs and all colours," she said.

Silverman also acknowledged the nuanced complexity of the conflict before denouncing Hamas' mission statement.

Mark Ruffalo, who has played the Hulk in several Marvel blockbuster films including The Avengers franchise, was also criticised for blaming both sides for the latest escalation.

Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, the usually pro-Palestine actor shared a message from journalist and author Nathan Thrall, which said: "It is horrific to see innocent civilians killed and held hostage, and there is no justification for it.

"We pray for their safety, as we pray for the safety of the innocent people of Gaza who are being bombarded and besieged."



​Mark Ruffalo consistently uses his platform to speak out on events in Israel-Palestine (AFP)

Professional boxer and model Younes Bendjima criticised the idea of blaming both sides for the fighting, writing: "I'd love to but I can't... there's only one side."

He went on to highlight the illegal occupation of Palestinian lands, restrictions on movement, the discriminatory treatment of Palestinians at checkpoints, and the presence of Israeli snipers in the occupied territories.

Bendjima also emphasised the disparity in international support, noting that Palestinians don't enjoy the backing of the United States.

He also drew attention to the constant presence of Israeli warplanes in the region, which fly over the Palestinian territories making, he said, "kids wet their beds in fear".

Former New Zealand rugby international player Sonny Bill Williams posted: "Praying for Gaza!" accompanied with a Palestinian flag.

Meanwhile, US Olympic fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad shared a quote from Malcolm X which read: "If you are not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are oppressed, and loving the people who are doing the oppressing." 



​Ibtihaj Muhammad speaks onstage at The National Center for Civil and Human Rights in August 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia (AFP)​

However, Arsenal and Ukrainian full-back Oleksandr Zinchenko found himself mired in controversy when he reposted an image from the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs featuring the Star of David.

Alongside the image, his story read: 'I stand with Israel.' 

But after he was met with a fierce backlash from his own fans, Zinchenko removed the comments and made his account private.

'When you hurt children, your cause is doomed'

Singers also weighed in with mixed reactions to the conflict.

Swedish singer Zara Larsson drew attention to what she perceived as a double standard in international reactions to conflicts, posting on her story: "Oh so it's stand with Ukraine when Russia invades but not Palesti-." 

Larsson's remarks shed light on the wider issue of the West's inconsistent response to various conflicts.

The fashion influencers Simi & Haze Khadra shared a similar sentiment, reposting a series of slides on their social media platform, highlighting human rights violations endured by Palestinians.

They noted that "absolute Zionist thinking collapses conversation and villainizes empathy for a Palestinian population that has extensively experienced torture, kidnapping, murder and other oppressive colonialist tactics at the hands of an apartheid state for decades."

However, singer Boy George expressed support for Israel, writing: "When you hurt women, children, and the elderly, your cause is doomed. I stand with Israel." 

His remarks were met with criticism by several social media users who responded with lists of the women, children, and elderly killed by Israeli forces in recent months and years.

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My opinion on plastic surgery

well to start off,hi im Amara and on this little blog of mine i give my own opinion that no one asked for on any topic that has been on my mind and in this post we will be talking about plastic surgery

the following points will be mentioned:

-the normalization of plastic surgery

-plastic surgery causing unrealistic standards

-how plastic surgery is dangerous

-how you should love yourself instead of getting surgery done

have you ever went on TikTok and saw a video on your fyp encouraging you to get plastic surgery or seeing multiple videos of before and after's or even multiple videos of girls who have gotten plastic surgery.

the normalization and encouragement of plastic surgery is very dangerous to young people especially since the majority of the users of TikTok are under the age of 18.

imagine you're a young girl with insecurities and see that some medical surgery can make you look how you want.

have you ever seen a pretty girl online and thought to yourself ''i wish i looked like that'' or something along those lines and felt bad about yourself. Most of the time when we see people who we think look better than ourselves we start to feel bad but have you ever stopped to think maybe this is not real. If someone looks too perfect they are often highly edited or have gotten surgery and this includes actors, musical artists and models.

some people are born pretty but there is no such thing as being born perfect. Have you seen someone who was born with perfect skin, perfect hair, a perfect face and a perfect body? probably not and if you see someone who ticks all those boxes then they probably got some work done.

Plastic surgery can cause unrealistic beauty standards in several ways. One way is by creating a false impression of what is natural or normal for human bodies. Some celebrities or influencers who have undergone plastic surgery may deny it or hide it from the public, making their fans or followers believe that their appearance is achievable without any intervention one popular example is Kylie Jenner. This can lead to dissatisfaction, insecurity, or envy among those who compare themselves to these unrealistic ideals.

Plastic surgery is a complex and personal decision that involves various factors such as health, aesthetics, psychology, and ethics. It can have positive or negative effects on one’s well-being and self-image. It can also influence how others perceive and treat them. Therefore, it is important to be aware of the potential consequences of plastic surgery and the unrealistic beauty standards that it can create or perpetuate.

Some of the most common plastic surgery complications are hematoma, seroma, blood loss, infection and nerve damage. These can result in pain, swelling, bruising, numbness, tingling and poor cosmetic outcome. In some cases, these complications can be life-threatening, such as deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.

Plastic surgery can also affect your mental health. Some people may experience depression, anxiety, low self-esteem or body dysmorphia after undergoing cosmetic procedures. These can be caused by unrealistic expectations, dissatisfaction with the results, social pressure or stigma.

Plastic surgery can have several risks and complications. According to WebMD1, these include:

An unexpected reaction to anesthesia

Infections

Scarring

Excess bleeding

Blood clots

Nerve damage

Fluid buildup

Separation at incision site

Abnormal scarring

Complications of anesthesia, such as respiratory issues during your procedure

Scarring that prevents natural movement

Death

We all know why its important to love yourself and we also know how hard it is to love ourselves. Like every human we all have insecurities and instead of trying to 'fix' or change the way we look we can instead embrace and love ourselves.

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Alright look.

I understand her usage is ridiculous and I obviously don't condone it, but at a certain point this feels like a witch hunt. I'm not a fan of her so I'm not coming from that point of view.

However I have been on Tumblr for over 11 years and am fully aware Tumblr users will latch onto a celebrity to run the hate bandwagon on.

The Top 10 contributers to emissions via Private Jet in 2023 are: (x)

Travis Scott

Kim Kardashian

Elon Musk

Beyonce & Jay-Z

Bill Gates

Steven Spielberg

Tyler Perry

Leonard Blavatnik

Kylie Jenner

Celine Dion.

I'm not saying she doesn't deserve the attention regarding emissions, but bring that energy to the rest of them too. All not one.

*grabs both your hands in gesture of sincerity*

Don't let this die. Taylor Swift is the Pollution Queen now. We need meme edits with her photoshopped onto backgrounds of wildfire-ravaged landscapes and oil refineries chugging out black smoke.

Photo of smudgy black eye shadow? That's THE Taylor Swift-inspired look now, it represents fossil fuels.

We need parodies of Taylor Swift songs about pollution and killing polar bears.

Give her representatives a full-time job for the rest of their lives defending her from the phrase "Pollution Queen." Make this meme a the figurehead of an entire fleet of other celebrity-terrorizing memes.

"But this doesn't dismantle the system that—" Shut. Don't care. Isn't it great that such a huge portion of environmental damage is being done by human individuals with egos, whose feelings can be hurt when people are mean?

Money can save you from physical harm, but can it save you from looking ridiculous?

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Week Eleven: Sustainable Fashion

Dressing in Disposability: My Role in the Fast Fashion Cycle

Fast fashion directly impacts me because I often seek affordable clothing. However, when shopping online, the most budget-friendly options typically come with the trade-off of poor-quality materials, exploitative labor conditions, and environmental damage due to unsustainable production practices making it a moral dilemma for me and many others.

Beyond the Hype: Celebrity Brands and the Reality of Sustainability

Pleasing nail polish, which is a brand co-founded by Harry Styles, promotes sustainability in its products. The brand focuses on using more eco-friendly and ethical practices compared to traditional beauty brands. Some aspects of its sustainability include:

Vegan and Cruelty-Free – Pleasing is committed to being cruelty-free, meaning no animal testing is involved in the development of their products. Additionally, all products are vegan, with no animal-derived ingredients.

Non-Toxic Formulas – Pleasing's nail polishes are free from harmful chemicals like toluene, formaldehyde, and phthalates, which are common in many conventional nail polishes. This makes the product less harmful both to users and to the environment.

Recyclable Packaging – The brand uses recyclable packaging, contributing to reducing plastic waste.

Pleasing Co. actively collaborates with various partners on each of its collections, supporting a wide range of causes, including LGBTQ+ youth organizations, urban farming initiatives, and other impactful non-profits.

However, while Pleasing's efforts to be sustainable are noteworthy, it's important to recognize that the beauty industry as a whole still has a long way to go in terms of being fully sustainable. But Pleasing is definitely a step in the right direction for those looking for a more eco-conscious nail polish option.

Speaking of the Beauty community, Kylie Cosmetics has faced criticism for not fully committing to sustainability despite claims of using eco-friendly packaging and promoting natural ingredients. Critics have pointed out that many of the brand's products still contain ingredients with questionable environmental impacts, and the brand's packaging is still not entirely recyclable.

Likewise, Fenty Beauty by Rihanna has earned widespread praise for its groundbreaking inclusivity, particularly in its diverse shade range that set a new industry standard. However, the brand has also faced criticism for a lack of transparency when it comes to sustainability practices. While Fenty has taken steps toward eco-friendly packaging, questions remain about the environmental impact of its ingredients and overall production processes. As consumer demand for ethical and sustainable beauty continues to grow, greater clarity and accountability in these areas will be essential for the brand to maintain its leadership position.

Growing Change: The Viability of Fungi-Based Alternatives

Mushroom leather is an exciting and viable alternative to traditional leather, praised for being eco-friendly, biodegradable, and cruelty-free. It’s made from mycelium, the root system of fungi, using minimal resources and creating far less environmental impact than animal or synthetic leathers. While it's currently limited by factors like cost, durability, and large-scale production capabilities, rapid advancements in bio-fabrication are helping close these gaps. As technology improves, mushroom leather has strong potential to become a mainstream material in both fashion and product design.

I had some experience in Mycelium growing, but it was a failed experiment because my temperature conditions weren't to the standard needed to be a success. While these sustainable alternatives are beneficial in several ways, doing it on a small- personal scale is much harder. From my successful trials in making bio-materials, I got some vegan plastic/leather from Agar-agar, as well as some coffee concrete that I molded into different shapes. (See Below)

"Gelatin Plastic/ Leather & Coffee-Crete Study", done in Materiality & Assembly course at Parson's, Spring 2023, Breanna Lakatos.

This research overall has deepened my understanding of the complexities and contradictions within the fashion and beauty industries. From my personal struggle with fast fashion affordability to the nuanced efforts of celebrity brands trying, yet sometimes failing, to be truly sustainable, it's clear that ethical consumption is layered and often imperfect. What gives me hope is the innovation happening on both large and small scales, like the development of mushroom leather and my own experiments with agar-based materials. These efforts remind me that progress is possible, even if it comes in small steps. Ultimately, creating a more sustainable future in fashion and beauty requires both systemic change and continued personal exploration, innovation, and accountability.

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Jahnavi Kapoor trolled for ramp walk: Users said- Actress is trying to copy model Kylie Jenner

31 minutes ago Copy link Jahnavi Kapoor is often in the news for her personal and professional life. The actress recently attended an event. He walked the ramp in it, but he faced trolling. Jahnavi Kapoor trolled for ramp walk Jahnavi Kapoor walked as a show stopper at Lakme Fashion Week for fashion designer Rahul Mishra on 29 March. At the time of this walk, the actress was wearing a Shimri…

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[Week 7] How social media turns our bodies into construction sites 😦

People always say personality matters most, but on social media, looks take the spotlight. Behind the screen, no one truly knows you, so physical appearance becomes the key factor in online judgment. After all, who wouldn’t prefer admiring an attractive face over reading a list of personality traits and achievements?

It’s no surprise that many modify their bodies to go viral. They’re just giving the public what it wants, right? But at what cost?

You’ve probably guessed it—this blog dives into how social media shapes beauty standards and fuels the rise of body modification.

Aesthetic templates: Hey, you look pretty, can I steal your look?

On social media, beauty standards are often shaped by aesthetic templates: common poses, makeup styles, or body modifications that users follow. In short, these templates define the beauty ideals popularized online.

According to Petter (2024), celebrities like Bella Hadid and Kylie Jenner have influenced a new beauty industrial complex that promotes a single, idealized look. This standard, Instagram Face, features high cheekbones, catlike eyes, long lashes, a small nose, and plump lips. 

(Before and After: The Instagram Face)

TikTok takes beauty scrutiny even further, analyzing every feature of the body. (Benko, 2022). Thousands of beauty trends emerge weekly, often under hashtags like #sideprofilechallenge, where users film their side profiles to Avril Lavigne’s Girlfriend. The trend was later criticized for reinforcing Eurocentric beauty ideals, particularly the preference for upturned noses (Morgan, 2022).

Douyin makeup has been taking over social media, especially in Asia (I swear I see it more than I see my own parents). This trend originates from the Chinese platform Douyin and is known for its soft, pink-tinted look, blurred lips, prominent eye bags, and shimmery eyeshadow.

While some trends, like makeup styles, are (pretty) harmless fun, others raise more serious concerns (I'm talking about you, Instagram Face). This obsession with idealized features not only erases cultural beauty diversity but also begs the question: Doesn’t following these trends make everyone look the same? Why sacrifice what makes you uniquely you?

Pornification: The extreme attention hack

Ever scrolled through your feed and gotten jump-scared by someone's "uncensored melons"? If you're an X devotee, probably more times than you'd like.

(An illustration for this, because I’d rather not get my account thrown into the void.)

This, my dear reader, is pornification, the blending of sexual imagery into mainstream culture. It often overlaps with body modification, whether through editing, surgery, or extreme posing, all in the pursuit of looking more desirable.

According to Berger & Milkman (2012), content that sparks strong emotions, including sexual ones, grabs more attention. No wonder it’s a go-to strategy for monetization (cough OnlyFans).

Debates around pornification are split: some see it as empowerment, others as harmful. Studies suggest self-sexualization can increase the risk of eating disorders, body objectification, and even sexist beliefs.

So, is it self-expression or self-exploitation? That’s for you to decide.

All the pain of body modification… for what?

Thawanyarat (2023) reported a rise in cosmetic surgery driven by social media. A 2023 survey found that 72% of plastic surgeons said their patients sought procedures to enhance their appearance in social media photos, while the desire to look like microcelebrities led to a 15% increase in cosmetic surgery consultations among adults (Gupta, 2024).

Despite the risks, including life-threatening complications, people continue to undergo these procedures because of social media. But why? Let’s dive deeper:

👉 Seeking approval is natural, and many people feel insecure when they don’t perform well on social media (Squire, 2016). This pressure drives some to alter their appearance just to fit in.

👉 Social media algorithms favor trends over originality, forcing creators to self-censor (Duffy & Meisner, 2023). As a result, many engage in harmful trends to gain recognition.

👉 Social media promotes the idea that bodies must be constantly improved and showcased. Lacking awareness of the risks, many turn to body modification, believing it’s the path to self-betterment.

A journey to loving our bodies again 💪

It's alarming how far people go for online approval, even at the cost of their health. But we can change this, starting now! Here’s what we should remember and share with others:

⭐ Health comes first. Before making drastic changes, ask yourself: will those who liked your post cover your hospital bills if something goes wrong?

⭐ You are unique. Chasing trends for temporary validation isn’t worth it, especially when your body doesn’t have a Ctrl+Z.

⭐ Social media isn’t reality. Filters and edits distort the truth. Always fact-check before following trends or tutorials.

⭐ Spread awareness. Create inspiring content like posters, videos, or messages to promote self-acceptance. Use hashtags to get others involved!

And that is it for today’s blog! Remember to love yourself and help others love themselves too!

References:

Benko, J. (2022, April 25). TikTok’s unrealistic beauty standards and how they damage us. Brig Newspaper. https://brignews.com/2022/04/25/tiktoks-unrealistic-beauty-standards-and-how-they-damage-us/

Berger, J., & Milkman, K. L. (2012). What Makes Online Content Viral? Journal of Marketing Research, 49(2), 192–205. https://doi.org/10.1509/jmr.10.0353

Dr Rajat Gupta. (2024, September 21). Dr Rajat Gupta - RG Aesthetics. Dr Rajat Gupta. https://drrajatgupta.com/insta-fame-and-image-the-social-media-influence-on-cosmetic-surgery-trends/

Duffy, B. E., & Meisner, C. (2022). Platform Governance at the margins: Social Media Creators’ Experiences with Algorithmic (in)visibility. Media, Culture & Society, 45(2), 016344372211119. https://doi.org/10.1177/01634437221111923

Morgan, L. (2022, May 5). Why Fans Are So Divided About The Side Profile TikTok Trend. Glamour UK. https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/side-profile-trend-tiktok

Petter, O. (2024, April 28). Are we all going to end up with the same face? The Independent. https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/beauty-features-same-face-instagram-b2534111.html

Squier, C. (2016, May 13). Why Do We Care So Much About “Likes” On Social Media? Grazia; Grazia. https://graziadaily.co.uk/life/opinion/care-likes-social-media/

Thawanyarat, K., Hinson, C., Gomez, D. A., Rowley, M., Navarro, Y., Johnson, C., & Venditto, C. M. (2023). #PRS: A Study of Plastic Surgery Trends With the Rise of Instagram. Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum, 5. https://doi.org/10.1093/asjof/ojad004

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Kylie Jenner under the "rude" on 2025 Oscars

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The 97th Academy Awards, held on March 2, 2025, was a night of surprises, emotional speeches, and unforgettable moments. Sean Baker’s Anora emerged as the big winner, taking home Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress for Mikey Madison, while Adrien Brody clinched his second Oscar for The Brutalist. From viral social media mishaps to heartfelt tributes, the Oscars 2025 had it all. Here’s a breakdown of the night’s highlights. Image:Instagram/ jennychohair ‘Anora’ Dominates the Night Sean Baker’s Anora, a gritty yet heartwarming romantic comedy-drama, swept the Oscars with five wins, including the coveted Best Picture. The film, which follows a Brooklyn exotic dancer (Mikey Madison) who marries the son of a Russian oligarch, also won Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Film Editing. In his acceptance speech for Best Director, Baker made a passionate plea to preserve the theater-going experience. “Watching a film in the theater with an audience is an experience,” he said. “We laugh together, cry together, and in a time when the world feels divided, this is more important than ever.” Mikey Madison, at just 25, became one of the youngest actresses to win Best Actress, joining the ranks of legends like Audrey Hepburn and Jennifer Lawrence. Her portrayal of a sharp-witted sex worker captivated audiences and critics alike, earning her a standing ovation. Adrien Brody’s Triumphant Return Adrien Brody won his second Best Actor Oscar for his powerful performance in The Brutalist, where he played a Hungarian architect rebuilding his life after World War II. Brody, who first won in 2003 for The Pianist, delivered a heartfelt speech, reflecting on the fragility of an acting career. “Acting is a very fragile profession,” he said. “It looks glamorous, but it can all go away. What makes this night special is the awareness of that and the gratitude I have to still do the work I love.” Brody also made headlines for a quirky moment during his speech, where he casually tossed his chewing gum to his partner, Georgina Chapman, before taking the stage. Zoe Saldaña Makes History Zoe Saldaña won Best Supporting Actress for her role in Emilia Pérez, becoming the first actor of Dominican heritage to win an Oscar. In her emotional speech, she honored her immigrant parents and thanked her family for their support. “I am a proud child of immigrant parents with dreams, dignity, and hard-working hands,” Saldaña said. “I know I will not be the last.” Viral Moments and Social Media Buzz The Oscars 2025 wasn’t just about the awards—it was also a night of viral moments. The Academy’s official X account accidentally referred to Selena Gomez’s boyfriend, Benny Blanco, as “Bad Bunny” in a post. Fans quickly noticed the mix-up, flooding social media with memes and jokes. “They tweeted ‘Selena Gomez and Bad Bunny’ with their whole chest, I’m screaming,” one user wrote. Despite the online confusion, Gomez and Blanco enjoyed the night, cheering on Emilia Pérez co-star Zoe Saldaña as she took home her award. Another viral moment came when Adrien Brody and Halle Berry recreated their infamous kiss from the 2003 Oscars on the red carpet. Berry joked, “I had to pay him back,” referencing their history. Timothée Chalamet’s Fans Rally Behind Him Despite losing Best Actor to Adrien Brody, Timothée Chalamet’s fans crowned him the “People’s Winner.” Social media erupted with support, with one fan tweeting, “Timothée Chalamet, the Oscar will be yours one day.” Some fans even blamed Chalamet’s girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, for his loss, citing a “bad luck” theory that gained traction during awards season. “Notice every time Timothée has brought Kylie to an awards show, he’s lost,” one user wrote. Diversity Debate Reignited Elon Musk sparked controversy by criticizing the Academy’s diversity standards, calling them “messed up.” In a post on X, Musk argued that nominations should be based purely on merit rather than diversity quotas. The Academy introduced diversity standards in 2020 to promote inclusivity in Hollywood, but Musk’s comments reignited the debate over meritocracy versus mandated diversity in filmmaking. Other Notable Wins - Best Supporting Actor: Kieran Culkin won for A Real Pain, completing his awards season sweep. - Best International Film: I’m Still Here from Brazil took home the award. - Best Animated Feature: Flow triumphed over The Wild Robot. - Best Visual Effects and Sound: Dune: Part Two dominated these categories. - Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell made history as the first Black man to win for Wicked. Memorable Performances and Tributes The Oscars 2025 paid tribute to James Bond with electrifying performances by Lisa, Doja Cat, and RAYE. Lisa opened the segment with a stunning rendition of Live and Let Die, while Doja Cat and RAYE delivered show-stopping performances that left the audience in awe. Morgan Freeman also honored the late Gene Hackman, calling him a “giant” of the film industry. “He won two Oscars and, more importantly, the hearts of film lovers worldwide,” Freeman said. Final Thoughts The 97th Academy Awards was a celebration of cinematic excellence, diversity, and the enduring power of storytelling. From Anora’s historic sweep to Adrien Brody’s triumphant return, the night was filled with unforgettable moments. As the curtain closed on Hollywood’s biggest night, one thing was clear: the magic of movies continues to inspire, unite, and captivate audiences around the world. Read the full article