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Feb. 3, 2026, 6:01 a.m. ET Madelyn Varela is a Heinen's cheesemonger and social media influencer who's traveled around the world with a goal to make cheese more approachable. Varela began creating short-form videos about what was in the cheese case at Old Brooklyn to help customers who were overwhelmed or had social anxiety around asking questions. Looking forward, she plans to continue growing her platform and become more involved in the American Cheese Society. Growing up, Madelyn Varela got the impression that not much was expected of her. Teachers believed her dyslexia and dyscalculia diagnoses weren’t real. Some called her stupid and claimed she wouldn’t amount to much because of her autism spectrum disorder. At 15 years old, she was reading at a third grade level. Family members worried that on her current trajectory, she would never leave home. No one could’ve imagined that a decade later, Varela would be a cheesemonger and social media influencer who's traveled around the world with a goal to make cheese more approachable. “A lot of my adult life has been forged out of spite and a desire to prove people wrong,” she said. Cheesy Talk with Madelyn Varela Varela showcases lesser-known and

The Illini Republicans club at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is facing backlash after posting an illustration on social media of a masked gunman holding a weapon to a kneeling man’s head — alongside the caption, “Only traitors help invaders.” The Instagram post, published Friday, also says Alex Pretti and Renée Good — who were both fatally shot by federal agents in Minneapolis last month — had “voided their liberties the moment they decided they were above the law.” “Our nation has come under invasion from the masses of the third world and those incompatible with Western civilization,” the post says. “Now, the current administration, as duly elected by its people to do so, has taken a stand against this invasion.” The illustration was later deleted from the post, as first reported by the Daily Illini. But it prompted a complaint to the university’s Title VI Office, and drew a slew of criticism from U. of I. students online, who argue that it glorified the deaths of Pretti and Good as well as the unrest engulfing Minnesota. “My first initial reaction was just disgust, horror and nausea,” said sophomore Rylee Graves, 19, a member of Illini Democrats. “For them

At first glance, the Instagram page "@5eeyouinhell" might look like just another account posting striking images with no further context attached to them. But if you spend a few extra minutes scrolling, you might quickly realize this page goes much deeper than that. Instead of chasing trends or humor, the page focuses on raw facts and intense stories that often feel unbelievable, yet are completely real, based on facts and sources. From emotional human connections and acts of kindness to unusual coincidences, survival stories, and moments frozen at exactly the right second, every image invites you to take a moment and reflect on the type of content we consume. More info: Instagram This boy sold his entire pokémon card collection to raise $655 to save his pet dog’s lifein 2021, 8 year old bryson sold his pokémon cards to get money for his puppy bruce’s lifesaving treatment. the family ended up raising over $20,000 after the photos went viral, allowing them to save bruce. The rest of the raised money was spent to save other dogs. 5eeyouinhell Report Speaking to Bored Panda, Liam, the owner ofthe Instagram page, shared that his journey into sharing real-life facts and curiosities began almost

Enter the Game within the Game: Fans following the excitement on Instagram Live at @Craftsman can enter for a chance to win by commenting "V20 Giveaway" each time the ball enters the red zone. CRAFTSMAN has teamed up with creators including Isaac Rochell, Darien Rencher, Christina Roki, Grant Sloan, and the #CRAFTSMANCrew to join the action live. , /PRNewswire/ -- This Championship Sunday, CRAFTSMAN®, the legendary tool brand from Stanley Black & Decker, is bringing fans closer to the action with a live, gamified giveaway that turns every red zone drive into a chance to win big. For the first time ever, CRAFTSMAN is launching a "game within the game" on Instagram, giving football fans the chance to win $20,000 in V20* cordless power tools and retailer gift cards each quarter—just for watching and playing along in real time. CRAFTSMAN is launching a “game within the game” on Instagram, giving football fans the chance to win $20,000 in V20* cordless power tools and retailer gift cards each quarter. Whenever the football crosses inside the traditional red zone, CRAFTSMAN will transform the 20-yard line into the "V20* Yard Line." Fans following the excitement on Instagram Live at @Craftsman can comment "V20 Giveaway"

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Navigation for News Categories First published on File photo. Photo: 123RF A security guard tried to sell what he claimed was cocaine in a video posted to Instagram, while wearing his work uniform. When his security licence later came under threat, Chavez Stewart claimed the powder on display was flour and Panadol. A client of Stewart's employer saw the video and forwarded it to his boss, because the company logo was, at times, clearly visible in the video. Stewart had only held a security licence for a year, but had already been fired from his first role in the industry for scrolling on his phone while at work and had only been in his new job for several weeks when he posted the video. Now, he's had his licence cancelled by the Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority, after it found him guilty of misconduct and unsuitable to work in the security industry. According to the authority's recently released ruling, Stewart posted an expletive-laden social media post of himself advertising cocaine, while wearing his security uniform, also making gang signs and saying he was going to "jump back on board with the Mongrel Mob". The video was shot in several locations

(CNN) — For more than a decade, images of Santa Maddalena, a small village church in northern Italy framed by jagged peaks of the Dolomite Mountains, have circulated online. But locals say it was last summer that the steady stream of visitors became a flood. Now, authorities are stepping in to slow the flow, introducing new restrictions aimed at curbing day-trip tourism and easing pressure on the village. Beginning in May, access to the village near the UNESCO World Heritage-listed church will be restricted by a barrier allowing entry only to residents and visitors staying at least one night in the area, according to the local municipality. Cars and tour buses bringing day trippers will be turned away. Those visiting for the day — up to 600 people during peak season — will instead have to walk 30 minutes or more from designated parking areas to reach the church. The municipality has yet to decide whether a shuttle service will be introduced for visitors unable to make the walk. Once the village parking lot reaches capacity, drivers will be required to park even farther away, says Peter Pernthaler, the mayor of the surrounding Funes district, who told CNN the filtered

For more than a decade, images of Santa Maddalena, a small village church in northern Italy framed by jagged peaks of the Dolomite Mountains, have circulated online. But locals say it was last summer that the steady stream of visitors became a flood. Now, authorities are stepping in to slow the flow, introducing new restrictions aimed at curbing day-trip tourism and easing pressure on the village. Beginning in May, access to the village near the UNESCO World Heritage-listed church will be restricted by a barrier allowing entry only to residents and visitors staying at least one night in the area, according to the local municipality. Cars and tour buses bringing day trippers will be turned away. Those visiting for the day — up to 600 people during peak season — will instead have to walk 30 minutes or more from designated parking areas to reach the church. The municipality has yet to decide whether a shuttle service will be introduced for visitors unable to make the walk. Once the village parking lot reaches capacity, drivers will be required to park even farther away, says Peter Pernthaler, the mayor of the surrounding Funes district, who told CNN the filtered entry system

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More changes may be on the horizon. Meta Platforms (Meta), the company behind Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, is reportedly exploring new subscription options for premium experiences across its apps, according to a TechCrunch report later confirmed by a Meta spokesperson to Investopedia. Most of us are part of the billions on social media, but would you be willing to pay for extra features? Recommended For You The proposed subscriptions would unlock additional features, including expanded artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Meta is also planning to introduce paid features such as Vibes, its AI-powered video generation app that allows users to create visuals using artificial intelligence. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Despite the introduction of paid subscriptions, Meta’s core services will remain free to use, according to a report by BBC. Subscriptions for businesses Meta also intends to integrate Manus, an AI firm founded in China and acquired in December for a reported $2 billion (£1.46 billion), into its subscription services, TechCrunch noted. The company will continue to offer standalone Manus subscriptions to businesses. Meta has said the acquisition will enhance its AI capabilities by providing “agents” — tools that can handle complex tasks