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Where Do Memes About Elon Musk Being Into Furry Roleplay Come From? Origin Of The Viral Rumor Explained
What is babyfur, is Elon Musk into it, and where did the viral rumor start? Let us explain.
What Is The 'Wolverine Crush' Meme? The Wolverine Meme Recreated By Hugh Jackman Explained
Deadpool & Wolverine's box office success inspired Hugh Jackman to recreate the iconic Wolverine Crush meme.
What Is A '2 Week Minecraft Phase' And Why Is It So Common? The Viral Meme Explained
The phenomenon of the "two week 'Minecraft' phase" has become a meme across social media, but why are two week 'Minecraft' phases so popular? Here's what we know.
What Did Kevin Durant Mean When He Tweeted 'I Tried, Jennifer'? The 'I'm Trying Jennifer' Meme Explained
A nearly forgotten classic NBA meme explained.
Who's David Harris Jr. And Why's He Always On A Plane? The 'MAGA Airplane Guy' Trying To Trigger Everybody Explained
This guy's frequent-flyer miles seem to be solely based on triggering liberals, which has recently wound up making him the subject of numerous memes. Here's a brief explainer on David Harris Jr. and his online virality.
What Is The 'Y'all When I Put On My Dad Fit' Meme? The Viral 'Pumpkin The Gentlemen' Face Memes Explained
An artist known as "Pumpkin the Gentlemen" is in hot water right now, which has inspired a viral series of memes referencing his artwork. Here's what you need to know.
What Does 'Vabbing' Mean, And Why Are People Talking About 'Vabbing At The Gym'? The TikTok Trend Explained
A TikTok trend about using bodily fluids to attract male attention has horrified internet users. Here's a recap of why people are recoiling at the idea of "vabbing at the gym."
What Is The 'Gypsy Rose Crime Scene Photos' Leak? The Dee Dee Blanchard Pictures Controversy Explained
A Google Drive link featuring several graphic pictures of Gypsy Rose's crime scene is going viral on social media. Here's what we know about it.
Why Do Morgues Prefer To Hire Women Over Men? The Truth Behind The Viral Memes Explained
Across social media, users are shocked to learn the disturbing purported reason why morgues are more likely to hire women. But is the claim even true? Here's what you need to know.
What Is 'Daten Route'? The Viral 'Needy Streamer Overload' Meme Explained
The video game "Needy Streamer Overload" has inspired a viral meme across TikTok and YouTube. Here's what it's all about.