44 Search Results for "TikTok challenge"

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TikTok challenge leaves teen with burns on 75% of his body

While we are no strangers to TikTok incidents going wrong, this most recent story takes things to a new level. In a disturbing incident that highlights the perilous consequences of viral ‘challenges’ on social media platforms, a teenager’s life took a tragic turn after participating in an alleged TikTok challenge. The outcome was catastrophic, as […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

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Mothers Throw Water Over Babies In TikTok Challenge

Lo and behold. Yet another stupid challenge on the infamous social network known as TikTok. As if it couldn’t get any more ridiculous after the numerous absurd trends we’ve had to bear witness to. Such as when this teen told her 8-year old sister that her family had died. Or, the recent silhouette challenge, which […]

Jade Small

Jade Small

Freelance Writer

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Four teens killed doing TikTok challenge

If you have a Kia vehicle, you might want to read this. There is a TikTok challenge trending at the moment where people are posting videos of themselves hot-wiring either Kias or Hyundais. It has been dubbed the ‘Kia Challenge.’ Tragically, on the 24th of October, four teens were killed while allegedly taking part in […]

Jade Small

Jade Small

Freelance Writer

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Parents sue TikTok after daughter dies from social media ‘blackout’ challenge

One of the most popular parts of social media, especially the video sharing platform TikTok, are challenges. People, particularly young people and children, love participating in them and the online attention they receive when they do. Unfortunately, too often these TikTok challenges are dangerous. The latest of these includes the Blackout Challenge, which has now […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

Freelance Writer

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Ohio Boy, 13, Dies 6 Days After Attempting TikTok Trend ‘Benadryl Challenge’

Life is a learning experience for everyone. Additionally, no one knows better until they’ve tried and failed or watched someone they know try, and fail. As a result, children and teens make questionable choices, such as partaking in trending challenges. First were the ice bucket, tide pods, and cinnamon challenges. Tragically, a continuing trend called […]

Leah Berenson

Leah Berenson

Freelance Writer

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Women Are Warning Creators About The TikTok Silhouette Challenge

Some TikTok challenges are funny, some heartwarming, while others have actually been quite dangerous. However, the latest, called “The Silhouette Challenge,” started as a body-positivity movement, celebrating how all bodies are sexy and beautiful. Unfortunately, nothing is safe from internet creeps. People have been posting YouTube tutorials about how to remove the red filter so […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

Freelance Writer

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91-Year-Old TikTok Star Wears Mini Skirts and Dances for Followers

In the internet world, youthfulness is often equated with relevance. But one 91-year-old TikTok star is challenging stereotypes and inspiring millions with her vibrant energy (for any age) and fashion sense. Betsy Lou from California has taken social media by storm, garnering audience engagement with her dazzling looks and impressive dance moves. With over 69,000 […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

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TikTok Bans Dangerous New ‘Legging Legs’ Trend That Gen Z Is Obsessed With

Numerous trends and challenges pop up, some are funny and inspiring, while others are downright dangerous and damaging. For instance, the “leggings legs” trend gained momentum toward the end of last year and has now been deemed “toxic”. Enough so, that TikTok has banned videos with related content. The “leggings legs” trend has caused controversy […]

Leah Berenson

Leah Berenson

Freelance Writer

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Walmart Greeter is TikTok Famous After Radiating Positivity

In the middle of a Louisiana winter, a heartwarming story has emerged. John Terry, a 76-year-old Walmart greeter in Monroe and affectionately known as “Mr. John.”, has warmed the hearts of many residents.  A TikTok video posted on Jan. 15 by user @kitathepro shows Mr. John’s dedication to his job: “Rain or sleet or snow, […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

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Teen told 8-year-old her family died for a TikTok prank

Teens and young adults on TikTok have been known to do some pretty crazy things. In an age of young people constantly trying to impress each other on the internet, they often push the boundaries – and more often, a little too far. This woman’s daughter helped pull a cruel TikTok prank on her friend’s […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

Freelance Writer