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Vinny Unveils AI Girlfriend — And She Looks Awfully Familiar Vinny Unveils AI Girlfriend — And She Looks Awfully Familiar
Vinny Unveils AI Girlfriend — And She Looks Awfully Familiar Vinny Guadagnino is going viral again, this time for making out with his “girlfriend” in a new Instagram reel. But here’s the twist: she’s not real. MTV's "Jersey Shore" star used artificial intelligence to generate the mystery woman, then posted a video kissing her.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vinny (@vinnyguadagnino) The reel hit 5 million views in just one day, and fans immediately noticed something familiar about the AI brunette. “Yo even AI knows it's supposed to be Angelina 😂😂😂,” one commenter wrote. Others chime…
PATCO Chester Masturbator Tried To Silence Teenage Witnesses PATCO Chester Masturbator Tried To Silence Teenage Witnesses
Patco Chester Masturbator Tried To Silence Teenage Witnesses A 30-year-old Chester, Pennsylvania resident was convicted on Thursday, June 12, of masturbating on a PATCO train and then trying to silence two teenage girls who witnessed the incident, authorities said. On Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021, Charles May was arrested  for masturbating on the train in front of two teenage girls who were coming home from a concert in Camden, Camden County Prosecutor Grace MacAulay and Delaware River Port Authority Police Chief Edward Cobbs, Jr. said. The case was initially scheduled to go to trial in July 2024. A month before, one of the victims start…
Cruel Newark Breeder Posted Videos Of Dogs Killing Hawk, Antagonizing Cat: AG Cruel Newark Breeder Posted Videos Of Dogs Killing Hawk, Antagonizing Cat: AG
Cruel Newark Breeder Posted Videos Of Dogs Killing Hawk, Antagonizing Cat: AG A 38-year-old Newark man was recently arrested and charged with animal cruelty after he posted to social media videos of two of pit bulls killing a red-tail hawk and stray cat, authorities said. Ibn Lloyd was charged with violating the endangered and non-game species act and multiple counts of animal cruelty, Attorney General Matthew Platkin said. Lloyd was also found to be running a drug trafficking ring, Platkin said Last December, a Facebook account "SuccaFree Choppa" shared of a video of a juvenile red-tailed hawk being attacked by two pit bull type-dogs in a fenced-in enclosure in the …
Meta Puts Ads On WhatsApp: Here's What's Changing Meta Puts Ads On WhatsApp: Here's What's Changing
Meta Puts Ads On WhatsApp: Here's What's Changing Meta is bringing advertisements to WhatsApp, marking a major shift for the globally popular messaging app. WhatsApp will now have ads on its Updates tab, Meta announced in a blog post on Monday, June 16. Meta purchased WhatsApp for $19 billion in 2014, adding to its portfolio that includes Facebook and Instagram. The tech giant said ads won't appear in private conversations on the app. "Subscriptions, promotions and ads will appear only on the Updates tab, away from your personal chats," Meta said. "This means if you only use WhatsApp to chat with friends and loved ones, there will be no c…
Newton 'Bachelor' Winner Who Spoiled Her Own Ending Gets Plot Twist Newton 'Bachelor' Winner Who Spoiled Her Own Ending Gets Plot Twist
Newton 'Bachelor' Winner Who Spoiled Her Own Ending Gets Plot Twist A 28-year-old Massachusetts woman may have accidentally spoiled the ending to her win on the "The Bachelor," but new reports said her happily ever after was short-lived.  Juliana Pasquarosa, a 28-year-old client service associate from Newton, was one of 25 women who started the show vying for the affections of the 31-year-old New Jersey-based day trader, Grant Ellis.   Related: Did 'Bachelor' Contestant Spoil Her Victory In Instagram Post? It's been nearly three months since the finale, and on Friday, Ellis said something had changed. He posted an Instagram Story that said…
Found $100 Taped To A Bench? The NJ Guy Behind It All Isn’t Rich—But He Is Watching You Found $100 Taped To A Bench? The NJ Guy Behind It All Isn’t Rich—But He Is Watching You
Found $100 Taped To A Bench? The NJ Guy Behind It All Isn’t Rich—But He Is Watching You The secret’s out: The man behind New Jersey’s viral cash hunts is not some reclusive millionaire — he’s a warehouse logistics manager from the suburbs. Samuel Norris, 42, has been unmasked as the good-hearted trickster known on Instagram as “Mr. Cash Drop,” according to a New York Post exclusive.  Since March, he’s been stuffing envelopes with $50 to $100 and stashing them in bushes, taping them to beach railings, and sliding them under rocks across the Garden State. Norris and his girlfriend, Trina, started the project for fun — picking drop spots at random while driving along the NJ…
Shell Yeah! 5 Must-Try Seafood Restaurants In Capital Region, According To Foodies Shell Yeah! 5 Must-Try Seafood Restaurants In Capital Region, According To Foodies
Shell Yeah! 5 Must-Try Seafood Restaurants In Capital Region, According To Foodies Just because the Capital Region is landlocked doesn’t mean your summer seafood cravings have to go unsatisfied. From buttery lobster rolls to spicy Cajun boils, here are five must-try seafood shacks to hit before the season’s out, according to foodies. View this post on Instagram A post shared by black & blue Steak and Crab (@blackandbluesteakcrab) Black & Blue Steak and Crab—Albany Upscale surf‑n‑turf with rave reviews for crab cakes, lobster fondue, and calamari. Patrons love the wine list and sophisticated atmosphere. Customer fa…
‘Home Alone’ Actor David Stern Sings B-CC High Fight Song In Viral Instagram Video ‘Home Alone’ Actor David Stern Sings B-CC High Fight Song In Viral Instagram Video
‘Home Alone’ Actor David Stern Sings B-cc High Fight Song In Viral Instagram Video Maryland native David Stern has not forgotten his Maryland roots. Sporting a T-shirt from his hometown, the Home Alone star shared a video on Instagram in which he sang and danced while singing "It's On The Roof!" the fight song of his alma mater, Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School. Stern, now 67, provided his rendition on the classic song, though he shared some misgivings about some of the more curious lyrics in the song. "Unless you went to B-CC High School back in the 1970’s, it is probably best if you don’t watch this," he posted, "apologizing in advance" before breaking into song and da…
Third Suspect ID’d In Norristown Ambush Killing Of Tahaj Harrison; $5K Reward Offered Third Suspect ID’d In Norristown Ambush Killing Of Tahaj Harrison; $5K Reward Offered
Third Suspect ID’d In Norristown Ambush Killing Of Tahaj Harrison; $5K Reward Offered Authorities have identified and charged the third suspect in the targeted murder of 20-year-old Tahaj “Pooh” Harrison in Norristown—and he’s still on the run. Jabril Morgan-Cook, 18, of Norristown, is wanted for first-degree murder and related charges for allegedly taking part in the May 23, 2025, gang ambush that left Harrison dead on Corson Street, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele announced on Wednesday, June 11. Surveillance Showed Three Shooters Just before 9:45 p.m. on May 23, Norristown police responded to a ShotSpotter alert on the 600 block of Corson Street. They …
IG Messages, Masked Men, Murder: Arrested Made In Ambush Of 20-Year-Old In Norristown, AG Says IG Messages, Masked Men, Murder: Arrested Made In Ambush Of 20-Year-Old In Norristown, AG Says
IG Messages, Masked Men, Murder: Arrested Made In Ambush Of 20-Year-Old In Norristown, AG Says A 20-year-old man was ambushed and killed in Norristown, and prosecutors say Instagram messages and surveillance footage helped identify one of the suspects now facing a first-degree murder charge. Naseem Worrell, of Norristown, is accused of working with others to kill Tahaj Andru “Pooh” Harrison, 20, on May 23, around 9:43 p.m. behind 641 Corson Street, according to a police criminal complaint filed by the Montgomery County Detective Bureau and Norristown Police Police say Worrell and two other masked men were seen on camera walking toward Harrison before all three opened fire. Harrison w…
Teen Instagram Predator Preyed On Child He Met Online In Manassas, Police Say Teen Instagram Predator Preyed On Child He Met Online In Manassas, Police Say
Teen Instagram Predator Preyed On Child He Met Online In Manassas, Police Say A 19-year-old Virginia man is being held without bond after allegedly sexually assaulting a young girl he met on Instagram, authorities in Prince William County announced. Widman Eduardo Vicente Lopez, of Manassas, was arrested on Wednesday, June 4 following an investigation into a reported rape that happened between April 27 and April 30 on Nadia Street in Manassas. Detectives say the victim, who is under the age of 13, had been communicating with Vicente Lopez on social media when he began soliciting sexual acts from the child. Police say that Vicente Lopez later met with the g…
VIDEO: Freed Hamas Hostage Prays With Englewood Synagogue In Viral Clip VIDEO: Freed Hamas Hostage Prays With Englewood Synagogue In Viral Clip
Video: Freed Hamas Hostage Prays With Englewood Synagogue In Viral Clip Omer Shem Tov—who spent 505 days as a hostage in Gaza—stood before a packed crowd at a synagogue in Bergen County on Sunday, May 26, where he was serenaded in prayer and embraced by members of the community. Video shared to TikTok by @gelf___ shows the entire Englewood synagogue singing Acheinu, a Jewish song calling for the release of captives, as Shem Tov stood at the front. As of press time, the clip had been viewed more than 17,000 times. Shem Tov was kidnapped from the Nova Music Festival on Oct. 7, 2023, along with three friends—one of whom was murdered in Gaza’s tunnels, according to…
Trendy Hot Chicken Chain Started In Parking Lot Sold After Passing $600M Sales Mark Trendy Hot Chicken Chain Started In Parking Lot Sold After Passing $600M Sales Mark
Trendy Hot Chicken Chain Started In Parking Lot Sold After Passing $600M Sales Mark A private equity giant is buying a hot chicken restaurant chain that grew from a parking lot to an international brand that's very popular on TikTok. Roark Capital has purchased a majority stake in Dave's Hot Chicken, the restaurant said in a news release on Monday, June 2. Dave's said the sale will help the Los Angeles-based chain grow to more than 400 restaurants worldwide by the end of 2025. The company said it'll remain committed to delivering an "exceptional experience" for customers, employees, and franchise partners. "This is one of the great entrepreneurial journeys …
Man Did Donuts On Former Neighbor's Somers Lawn, Threatened Several Victims: NYSP Man Did Donuts On Former Neighbor's Somers Lawn, Threatened Several Victims: NYSP
Man Did Donuts On Former Neighbor's Somers Lawn, Threatened Several Victims: Nysp A Westchester County man is facing a slew of charges after allegedly tearing up a neighbor’s lawn with his car, threatening multiple people, and sending menacing messages on social media, police said. Vincent G. D’Agnese, 33, of South Salem, was arrested on Thursday, May 29, following a series of incidents in Somers that began with a criminal mischief complaint and escalated to alleged threats and harassment across multiple platforms, New York State Police announced on Saturday, May 31. The first incident occurred on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, when troopers responded to a report that a m…
ESPN Star Blasts AI Fakes Targeting Her Fans: 'Enough Is Enough' ESPN Star Blasts AI Fakes Targeting Her Fans: 'Enough Is Enough'
ESPN Star Blasts AI Fakes Targeting Her Fans: 'Enough Is Enough' Even ESPN's Erin Dolan isn’t safe from scammers. ESPN talking head Erin Dolan issued an advisory to her nearly 340,000 Instagram followers this week, cautioning that not everything may be as it seems when it comes to corresponding with her on social media.  The Penn State grad and girlfriend of Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm set the record straight after receiving disconcerting messages from fans about apparent phishing schemes. "Alright. Enough is enough," the ESPN sports betting analyst posted in an Instagram story on Wednesday, May 28.  "I have TikTok, Instagra…
VIDEO: Pete Davidson Goes Viral For Doing Absolutely Nothing With British Model GF VIDEO: Pete Davidson Goes Viral For Doing Absolutely Nothing With British Model GF
Video: Pete Davidson Goes Viral For Doing Absolutely Nothing With British Model GF Pete Davidson is back on your social media feeds — but only briefly, and you can thank his British model girlfriend for that. The Staten Island native and former “Saturday Night Live” star made a rare social media appearance in a TikTok video shared Tuesday, May 27, by girlfriend Elsie Hewitt, a model and actress. In the clip, the couple casually taste-test various salt and vinegar chips, but fans couldn’t get enough of Davidson’s rare presence. This is the first time Davidson has appeared on Elsie's social media grid, although in March she did share an Instagram story of Pete in a bathrobe…
Don't Fall For It: Instagram CEO Says He Almost Became Victim Of Google Phishing Attack Don't Fall For It: Instagram CEO Says He Almost Became Victim Of Google Phishing Attack
Don't Fall For It: Instagram CEO Says He Almost Became Victim Of Google Phishing Attack The tech-savvy head of Instagram says he almost fell for an elaborate scam in which a new phishing attack was posing as Google. Adam Mosseri, the CEO of Instagram and Head of Product for Instagram at Facebook, said in a social media post on Threads that the scammer contacted him by phone, with a quick follow-up email. "They said my Google account was compromised and they sent me an email to confirm my identity," wrote Mosseri, a 42-year-old New York City native who graduated from NYU. "On the phone they asked me to change my password using my Gmail app and to *not* say my new…
Fans, Family, Celebrities Rally Around Piano Man Billy Joel After Brain Disorder Diagnosis Fans, Family, Celebrities Rally Around Piano Man Billy Joel After Brain Disorder Diagnosis
Fans, Family, Celebrities Rally Around Piano Man Billy Joel After Brain Disorder Diagnosis He’s got a way about him. Now, the world wants him to know exactly what that means to them. Billy Joel announced last week that he had been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, a progressive neurological disorder. The 76-year-old canceled his remaining tour date, saying the illness had led to “problems with hearing, vision, and balance,” according to an Instagram post shared Friday, May 23. Doctors advised him to take time to recover. In the days since, fans have flooded social media with well-wishes, memories, and heartfelt thank-yous for the Piano Man. His ex-wife, supermodel an…
Sex Predator From Hampton Bays Wanted In Georgia Caught Hiding In Long Island: NY State Police Sex Predator From Hampton Bays Wanted In Georgia Caught Hiding In Long Island: NY State Police
Sex Predator From Hampton Bays Wanted In Georgia Caught Hiding In Long Island: NY State Police A fugitive wanted for sex crimes involving a minor in Georgia was arrested on Long Island, New York State Police announced on Friday, May 23. Oswin M. Guillen Padilla, 41, of Hampton Bays, was wanted by Duluth Police for inappropriate communication with a minor, troopers said. The investigation began when the victim’s mother discovered disturbing photos and videos showing explicit conversations and content exchanged between her child and Padilla, police explained. New York State Police Computer Crime Unit located Padilla’s residence in Suffolk County and arrested him on Wednesday, May 22. …
Massive Data Breach Exposes 184 Million Accounts: What To Know Massive Data Breach Exposes 184 Million Accounts: What To Know
Massive Data Breach Exposes 184 Million Accounts: What To Know A cybersecurity researcher has uncovered a massive trove of compromised login credentials, raising new alarms about the scope and scale of InfoStealer malware campaigns. The exposed Elasticsearch database contained more than 184 million unique usernames and passwords. It was not password-protected or encrypted, and it was publicly accessible when discovered earlier this month. The database included login details tied to popular platforms such as Microsoft, Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat.  It also contained services with potentially greater stakes, including banking portals, health …
Red Bank Influencer Alix Earle Joins 'Dancing With The Stars' Red Bank Influencer Alix Earle Joins 'Dancing With The Stars'
Red Bank Influencer Alix Earle Joins 'Dancing With The Stars' Alix Earle, a Monmouth County native, is known for her get ready with me videos. Now she has to get ready to learn how to dance. Earle, who graduated from Red Bank Catholic High School, is joining the cast of the 34th season of "Dancing With the Stars." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alix Earle (@alix_earle) A social media influencer and model known for her candid beauty tutorials and lifestyle content, Earle has amassed 4M followers on Instagram and 7.3M on TikTok, having collaborated with major brands over the last few years. …
Silver Spring Man Admits Sextorting 100+ Girls Worldwide—Some As Young As 5, Prosecutors Say Silver Spring Man Admits Sextorting 100+ Girls Worldwide—Some As Young As 5, Prosecutors Say
Silver Spring Man Admits Sextorting 100+ Girls Worldwide—Some As Young As 5, Prosecutors Say A "depraved and dangerous predator" in Maryland who preyed on more than 100 young girls across the globe is facing decades in prison, federal authorities announced on Wednesday.  Silver Spring resident Chase William Mulligan pleaded guilty to two counts of producing child sexual abuse material after targeting minors on social media and "sextorted them."  Specifically, through the scheme, prosecutors say that Mulligan coerced at least 108 girls — ranging from ages 5-17 — to send him sexually explicit photos and videos of themselves.  When the girls told him they no longe…
Fresh Out Of Jail, Influencer Flexes Arrest Over 137MPH Porsche Reels On Instagram Fresh Out Of Jail, Influencer Flexes Arrest Over 137MPH Porsche Reels On Instagram
Fresh Out Of Jail, Influencer Flexes Arrest Over 137MPH Porsche Reels On Instagram “Tonight I got arrested. For exactly what you’d think I did.” That’s what Giovanni Petruzziello wrote on Instagram just hours after police say he was caught on video speeding in Ferraris, Porsches, and McLarens at speeds up to 137 mph, once in a 25 mph zone. The 27-year-old Durham, CT luxury car shop owner and influencer was charged with seven counts of reckless driving and three counts of second-degree reckless endangerment, Connecticut State Police said. Fresh out on $150,000 bond, Petruzziello hit Instagram to recap his Monday, May 19 traffic stop — and flex through the fallout for his …
Sextortion Of Lower Paxton Girl Leads To Rape By Illinois Man: Affidavit Sextortion Of Lower Paxton Girl Leads To Rape By Illinois Man: Affidavit
Sextortion Of Lower Paxton Girl Leads To Rape By Illinois Man: Affidavit A 21-year-old Illinois man raped a Pennsylvania girl in a parked car after threatening to release explicit videos of her online, according to a Lower Paxton Township police issued on Monday, May 19 and court documents obtained by Daily Voice. Rohan Rai, of Montgomery, Illinois, was arrested on Friday, May 16 and charged with Rape, Unlawful Contact with a Minor, Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse, Statutory Sexual Assault, and other felonies after driving from Illinois to Harrisburg to meet the 15-year-old victim, police say. **WARNING THE FOLLOWING IS DISTURBING** Rai began communicatin…
Secret Service Interviews Former FBI Director Over Trump's 'Assassination' Post Secret Service Interviews Former FBI Director Over Trump's 'Assassination' Post
Secret Service Interviews Former FBI Director Over Trump's 'Assassination' Post Agents with the U.S. Secret Service spoke to former FBI Director James Comey after an Instagram post sparked speculation that he was advocating for the assassination of former President Donald Trump, his one-time boss. Last week, Comey posted a photo of seashells arranged to spell out “8647.” The number 86 is often used as slang for “to get rid of” something, NPR reported. In the restaurant industry, it means to eliminate an item from the menu. Many observers interpreted the number 47 as a reference to Trump potentially becoming the 47th president. Comey said in the caption that he found a …
‘Should I Smoke Em?’ Gaithersburg Man’s Viral Gun Threat To Cop Blows Up In His Face ‘Should I Smoke Em?’ Gaithersburg Man’s Viral Gun Threat To Cop Blows Up In His Face
‘Should I Smoke Em?’ Gaithersburg Man’s Viral Gun Threat To Cop Blows Up In His Face A Montgomery County man who pointed a loaded gun at a police officer while recording himself on Instagram—captioning the video “Should I smoke em”—has learned his punishment, prosecutors announced. William Alvarenga, 21, of Gaithersburg, will serve five years in prison as part of a 33-year sentence, with all but five years suspended.  He will also be placed on five years of supervised probation when he gets out, according to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office on Friday, May 16. It all started on Nov. 4, 2024, when detectives were tipped off about a disturbing video circul…
Popular Influencer Shot, Killed During Livestream At Her Mexico Beauty Salon Popular Influencer Shot, Killed During Livestream At Her Mexico Beauty Salon
Popular Influencer Shot, Killed During Livestream At Her Mexico Beauty Salon A popular 23-year-old social media influencer was shot and killed while doing a livestream at her beauty salon in Mexico. The incident happened around 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, in Zapopan, part of the metro area of the western city of Guadalajara. The victim, Valeria Marquez, had 229,000 followers on Instagram, and some of the videos she posted on TikTok were viewed by hundreds of thousands of people. She was streaming on TikTok when the incident occurred. According to initial investigations, she was at her establishment when a man entered the premises and apparently fired a …
Mahopac Man Used Snapchat To Lure Girls Into Sending Him Sexual Videos: Feds Mahopac Man Used Snapchat To Lure Girls Into Sending Him Sexual Videos: Feds
Mahopac Man Used Snapchat To Lure Girls Into Sending Him Sexual Videos: Feds A 46-year-old Putnam County man faces federal charges after allegedly using Snapchat to manipulate young girls into sending him sexually explicit pictures and videos of themselves, prosecutors said. Mahopac resident Brian Fullerton was arrested on Friday morning, May 2, and charged with three counts of sexual exploitation of a child, the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York announced.  According to federal officials, beginning as early as September 2022, Fullerton used social messaging apps such as Snapchat to contact victims as young as 14 years old, eventually l…
Fake Facebook Ads Promote Bogus ‘Tariff Relief’ Offers, FBI Warns Fake Facebook Ads Promote Bogus ‘Tariff Relief’ Offers, FBI Warns
Fake Facebook Ads Promote Bogus ‘Tariff Relief’ Offers, FBI Warns Scammers are once again turning hot-button headlines into bait — this time with bogus offers of “tariff relief” payments showing up in Facebook and Instagram ads. The fraudulent posts have promised $750 in “tariff relief credit” or as much as $5,600 in “tariff relief benefits.”  But the promised payouts don’t exist. Instead, these ads are believed to be attempts to gather personal information or steer unsuspecting users into marketing calls where they could be targeted by spammers. Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, confirmed that it removed the ads after being alerte…
Meta Launches AI App To Compete With ChatGPT: Here's What It Does Meta Launches AI App To Compete With ChatGPT: Here's What It Does
Meta Launches AI App To Compete With ChatGPT: Here's What It Does Meta released its first standalone artificial intelligence app that aims to compete with ChatGPT. The Meta AI app officially launched in the US and other countries on Tuesday, April 29. The app was built off the company's new Llama 4 model, giving it the ability to respond to voice or text, generate images, and remember personal details. Meta AI connects across Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger. It also serves as the companion app for Meta's smart glasses. Inspired by social media, the app features a Discover feed where users can share how they're using AI and try popu…
Alex Karaban Returning To UConn, Aiming For Third National Title: 'My Heart Remains In Storrs' Alex Karaban Returning To UConn, Aiming For Third National Title: 'My Heart Remains In Storrs'
Alex Karaban Returning To UConn, Aiming For Third National Title: 'My Heart Remains In Storrs' A two-time national champion and native New Englander is staying in the "Basketball Capital of the World." UConn men's basketball star Alex Karaban announced he'll return to Storrs for his final year of NCAA eligibility. The Southborough, Massachusetts, sharpshooter calmed Huskies fans' nerves with an Instagram post on Tuesday, April 29. Karaban was a key member of UConn's national title runs in 2023 and 2024. Despite the Huskies' second-round exit in a comparatively disappointing season, the 22-year-old earned second-team all-Big East honors in 2025. The power forward said he felt th…