Know Your Meme Editorials
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Musk vs. Zuckerberg: Is The Billionaire Fight Really Happening And Who Should You Bet On?
Is the Musk vs. Zuck fight really happening and when will it take place? Who will likely win? Learn this and more in our explainer.
What's The 'Apple's Best Feature' Meme On Twitter? The Infamous '8938' Screenshot Explained
Why are Twitter users posting the same screenshot over and over again?
What Is The 'Monday Left Me Broken' Meme? The Creepy Singing Cat With Yellow Eyes Explained
This human-like cat singing an Avicii tune has an odd grasp on the internet right now.
Why Is Twitter Obsessed With Realistic Depictions Of Panic Attacks In Animation? The Viral Meme Explained
Twitter users can't seem to stop pointing out (and making fun of) realistic depictions of panic attacks in animated shows and movies. Here's why.
What Is The 'IDGAF War' And Who Is Fighting It? The Stan Twitter Meme Explained
People on the internet have been debating about who is winning and who is losing the "IDGAF War." Here's a timeline of one for the history books.
The Controversial 'Ice Spice Down Syndrome' Theory, Explained
Ice Spice has officially risen to mainstream fame, evident in the creation of her first unfounded rumor.
What Is The 'Dua Lipa Dance' Meme? Where It Comes From And Why She Got Bullied On Social Media For It
Dua Lipa had no clue her 2018 "One Kiss" performance would evolve into a viral sensation. Let's take a look back at the history behind the Dua Lipa dance meme.
What Does 'Woke' Mean In Meme Culture? The Slang Term Explained
Going "woke" is at the center of many storms brewing on the internet today. But where did the term originate and how has it been used in memes over the past decade?
What's The 'I'm Sorry Little Kids But I'm A Killer Clown Today' Meme? The Cringy Rap Battle And TikTok Trend Explained
The internet has resurfaced one of the worst rap freestyles in history.
Why Are Some Chinese Social Media Users Roasting 'White People Food?' The Trend And Meme Behind The 'Lunch Of Suffering' Explained
Several Chinese social media posters needling the basic lunches of their white coworkers have both amused and rankled some in the West.