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A dangerous new TikTok trend called "scalp popping" involves pulling hair until the skin audibly detaches from the skull. This is compared to historical college fads like "goldfish swallowing," which reportedly began at Harvard in 1939. The discussion highlights the role of Chinese-owned TikTok algorithms in spreading bizarre and harmful behaviors among youth.
Goldfish Invasion, Lake Ontario, Environmental Impact
Researchers in Hamilton, Ontario, are tracking a massive goldfish invasion in Lake Ontario where discarded pets have grown up to two feet in length. These invasive fish compete with native species for habitat and food while significantly decreasing water quality through increased turbidity. The phenomenon is attributed to pet owners releasing fish into the wild, where the lack of aquarium constraints allows them to reach their full biological size.
