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The Most Wholesome Hug On The Internet

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Amidst all the terrible news we see on a weekly basis, this video of two toddlers in New York running to embrace each other is here to brighten your day. Last week, the best friends Maxwell and Finnegan were recorded as they ran to greet each other in what can only be described as the most wholesome hug on the internet.

A Dynamic Duo

According to Maxwell’s father, Michael Cisneros, the two 2 year olds have only been friends for about a year, but their bond is undeniable. The boys are practically inseparable! “When they are away from each other, they are always asking about one another.”

When they are together, the boys often go to music classes and play tennis with Finnegan’s parents. Seeing the pair play doubles on the court must be quite a show!

A Hug That Spreads The Love

After one of the dads posted the heartwarming hug on Facebook, local news picked up on the story and shared the video, as did many celebrities and influencers. The result was an embrace of pure happiness that quickly turned viral. With so many sources reposting the video it’s hard to keep a true tally. However, the hug has been liked and shared by hundreds of thousands of people worldwide.

A Vision Of Hope For Race Relations

The outpouring of positive reactions towards the hug also is reflective of the current state of politics and racial tensions in the United States (and around the world). Seeing Maxwell, who is white and Finnegan, who is black, running to show their love makes a statement about racism. The video gives a sense of hope for a future filled with love and understanding.

Maxwell and Finnegan in a tight hug in New York.

Cisneros doesn’t normally like to share information or videos of his private life. Nevertheless, after capturing this moment on camera, he believed it was a must-share.

“With all the racism and hate going on I just think it’s a really beautiful video.”

Photos: Twitter @FaithPotting

Dog’s Response To Getting Nails Clipped Deserves An Oscar

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Although the Oscar Awards are months away, we have found one dramatic performance that deserves, as a bare minimum, a nomination. This past week one Pitbull owner uploaded a video of her dog’s reaction to having to get its nails clipped, and the theatrics were hysterical. Entitled “The world’s most dramatic Pitbull“ on Reddit, we can’t help but think maybe The Academy should think about creating an animal category…

A Not So Pawsitive Pampering

Just as humans need (or at least, SHOULD) trim their nails regularly, dogs need some grooming too. For most, a trip to the salon to get a manicure is an fun, relaxing affair. Yet for this pooch, when its owner asks for its paw to trim its nails, the look on the Pitbull’s face turns to complete side-eye annoyance. We didn’t know that dogs could give side-eye either, but this one sure proves they can!

Pitbull giving unamused side-eye

When it is clear that the Pitbull is not going to comply to the request, the owner reaches for the paw, and this is when the theatrics truly begin. As the dog’s eyes instantly widen, it then begins to fall…

An Oscar Worthy Faint

Pitbull after it faints in an Oscar worthy performance.

Yes, the dog full on faints to the ground, eyes wide the entire time. The funniest part about this Oscar performance is that the Pitbull does nothing to stop the owner from clipping its nails, simply shows its submission to the grooming task. The person recording then zooms in on the Pitbull’s face, showing the clear sign of “please get me out of this” through its eyes. It is one of those moments that as viewers, we don’t know whether to laugh or feel bad for the pooch.

Pitbull pleading to be taken out of its agony in this Oscar worthy performance.

On the bright side, even if the Pitbull does not enjoy its necessary nail clipping routine, we can rest assured the dog clearly trusts its owner. Time to give this pooch a treat!

Photos: Reddit u/_NITRISS_

Man Catches A Falling Phone While On A Roller Coaster

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With the exorbitant price of cellphones today, it’s always a painful moment to know you have lost or destructively dropped it. Both are typically the case if your cell phone falls out while riding a roller coaster. However, one individual’s potential bad luck on the Shambhala Roller Coaster in Spain turned into a viral video, as another passenger was able to grab the falling phone while on the ride!

Samuel Kempf celebrating catching a falling phone on a roller coaster.

A Speedy Recovery

Samuel Kempf was the coordinated passenger who mid flip in the ride was able to reach for the flying phone. He had heard that another passenger’s phone went missing on the ride, and joked that he would be able to go for it. However, this joke turned into a reality when Kempf went from screaming fun to quick rescue. The best part? The entire moment was caught on video!

Roller Coaster Video Goes Viral

Kempf went to the Port Aventura theme park with his family as a side trip for his Fistballing World Championships. While there, they decided to ride on one of Spain’s fastest roller coasters, the Shambhala, which tops at 83mph.

During the video, you can see Kempf’s excited face instantaneously turn to a look of concern, before he reaches up for a flying object. He then proceeds to celebrate the amazing catch, and also manages to hold on to the mobile for the entire duration of the ride.

Kempf decided to share the miraculous footage to YouTube, where in 2 days time it has already reached over 1.7 million views! The New Zealander has also received many accolades on Twitter for his impressive feat. One of the most humorous was his selection for “sports highlight of the day” by Deadspin.

While Kempf is probably having fun on this mini “glory ride,” we can only imagine how thrilled the phone owner was to not have to purchase a new Iphone X!

Photos: YouTube sirsammy 15

How Did Lil Nas X Become A Viral Sensation?

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You have most likely heard the song “Old Town Road” (or the remix) at least once this past year. That’s because this country-trap beat by Lil Nas X shattered records by becoming the first song to top the Billboard Charts for 17 consecutive weeks. The song’s catchy beat and family friendly lyrics made it loved by people of all ages around the world. The song even sparked a dance challenge and many memes on social media. Ironically enough, Lil Nas X was a college dropout living on his sister’s couch less than a year ago. How did this 20 year old become an overnight viral sensation?

lil nas x for the cover of Old Town Road

Lil Nas X’s Humble Beginnings

Originally from Atlanta, Lil Nas X (whose real name is Montero Lamar Hill) spent most of his time studying memes and social media during high school. He created several accounts on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok with the hopes of becoming a paid Influencer. When those plans didn’t pan out, Lil Nas X went on to college, only to drop out a year later to pursue music. His parents did not support his decision at first, but his rampant success proved them otherwise.

Got The Horses In The Back, $30 For A Track

Without money to professionally produce his own music, Lil Nas X turned to the app BeatStars to find some beats. He purchased the music that is the background of Old Town Road for only $30 from a Dutch teen producer named YoungKio. He then recorded his own lyrics about bringing his horses to “Old Town Road” to go with the track. In order to get some exposure for the song, the two paired up by creating various memes to share on social media, really emphasizing the “cowboy” perspective. The song truly peaked in popularity when it was shared on TikTok by Lil Nas X, inspiring the creation of “yee yee juice” and the “yeehaw challenge.”

Only The Beginning…

After the original song grew in popularity, the artist turned to Twitter to try to gain the support of Billy Ray Cyrus. After he caught the famous country singer’s attention, the two paired up to create the remix, which helped the song gain even more popularity. The duo even performed at the BET awards together. The song has since won numerous awards, including song of the year at the MTV Video Music Awards. Given his recent stardom, Lil Nas X has finally been able to jumpstart his career, with a record deal with Columbia records. We are sure to hear more hits from this young artist- can’t nobody tell him nothing!

Photos: Instagram @lilnasx

Travel Influencer Is Called Out For Her Repetitive Photoshopping

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In today’s age of social media influencers, everyone competes to get the most likes on their photos. With over a billion accounts out there and the competition stiff for followers, some individuals will go to all means to get their ideal photo. This includes photoshopping up to the most minute of details… like clouds in the background, as did the travel influencer @tupisaravia.

Caught In The Photoshopping Act

Tupi Saravia is a travel influencer and blogger from Buenos Aires, Argentina who has gained over 295,000 followers thanks to her dreamy blue and orange hued travel photos. However, some followers recently became suspicious of the picture perfect beauty in her photos. After taking screenshots of several photos for comparison, it was clear that the same cloud formation appeared in many photos.

The Travel Influencer Confesses

When the photos were brought to the attention of the masses, Tupi Saravia all but shrugged it off. In an interview she admitted that she uses the photo-editing app, Sky Control, to add clouds to her photos. She also said that she has used “an app called Quickshot to help the composition of the photograph when the sky is burned or overexposed.”

Photo of the Travel influencer Tupi Saravia in Bangkok.

Saravia continued to state she was shocked this was such a big deal, for she has always been open about using photoshopping apps. She even shares which apps she uses to her followers who aspire to achieve the same Instagram feed aesthetic.

Making Light Of The “Scandal”

For Saravia and many others, the fact this made headlines was comical. Some even shared tweets about their thoughts, putting a positive and funny spin to her cloud control.

Travel Influencer Gone Too Far?

While most were able to laugh at the situation, some followers were deeply upset to learn of the extreme measures taken for a like-worthy photo. With people being tagged as “influencers,” it does make one question the validity of making people believe the possibility of living in a false reality.

As much as we might hate to admit it, Instagram and the media has created a photoshop obsession for many individuals. An important lesson to think about next time you feel envy scrolling through various influencers’ feeds!

Photos: Instagram @tupisaravia

This Homemade Slip N Slide Is A Flipping Good Time

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Summer might be coming to an end, which means it is time to take advantage of these last few weeks of sweltering days to hit up the water works. While the pool and beach are both fun in their own way, if you’re looking for some real thrills, this homemade Slip N Slide in Norway is the place to be!

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The Largest Slip N Slide in Norway

This homemade slip n slide was made by brothers Christian and Svein Torp in the backyard in Oslo, Norway. The original design was only a straight slide from the roof of their house into their backyard pool. These brothers are known for being into action sports like snowboarding and water skiing, and decided to take their talents to the creation of this splash-filled design.

A Megaloop Party

Recently for a big birthday celebration of Svein, the brothers decided it was time to amp up their design, this time with a megaloop. For onlookers, the thought going down the slide and flipping without injury seems borderline impossible. However, we can thank physics for the safe riding on this fun filled spectacle.

View from atop of the slip n slide.

First Person Views Of The Slip N Slide

While only invitees were able to soak up the fun on this backyard attraction, viewers around the world could feel like they were on the ride with videos shared by riders. This first person account shared on Instagram shows slow-motion footage just as he gets to the megaloop.

If a giant slip n slide is out of your reach, you can always grab some super soakers and still get in on some splashing action!

Photos: Instagram @torpogco