For Jessica Gee, growing up in Denver, Colorado, her travel experiences were limited to occasional family trips, including a memorable visit to Walt Disney World in Florida. However, her perspective on travel changed dramatically when she met her husband, Garrett, during a church service mission in Vladivostok, Russia. Their shared passion for exploration led them … Read more
The internet loves a bizarre food trend, and the latest offering from South Korea might just take the cake (or, in this case, the toothpick). Deep-fried toothpicks, shaped like miniature curly fries, have been making waves on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, but the Korean government is putting its foot down – urging … Read more
Uniqlo, the Japanese fashion brand, has taken legal action against Shein, a Chinese fast-fashion retailer, accusing it of selling copies of Uniqlo’s viral Round Mini Shoulder Bag. The bag gained immense popularity on social media platforms, particularly TikTok, in 2022 and 2023, resulting in multiple sell-outs. The legal dispute arises as Uniqlo alleges that the … Read more
Roya Shariat, co-author of the cookbook “Maman and Me,” doesn’t categorize her culinary creation as solely Middle Eastern. Collaborating with her mother, Gita Sadeh, Shariat introduces Iranian-American recipes with a blend of affectionate familiarity. From classic Iranian tahdigs to Western-influenced delights like orange and cardamom French Toast, the cookbook garnered attention, especially on TikTok, where … Read more
Southwest Airlines is currently under the spotlight as its longstanding “customer of size” policy comes under scrutiny, gaining attention through viral TikTok videos and media coverage. The policy, in place for over 30 years, allows passengers to purchase additional seats before their flight and receive a refund for the extra seats after completing their travel. … Read more