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Memes start as Zoom asks employees to return to office after cashing in on WFH

  • Zoom, once a symbol of remote work, is facing criticism for asking employees to return to the office, marking a notable shift from its previous stance.
  • The decision prompted a wave of memes on social media platforms, where users expressed irony and frustration at the remote work advocate's change in policy.
  • Twitter users shared reactions, with one tweet stating, "You know WFH is over when Zoom refuses to continue using Zoom," capturing the sentiment of the shift.
  • Users shared more memes, with one tweet jokingly stating, "Zoom should have taken its own advice and remained virtually present."

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Musk to get MRI of back and neck, may need surgery ahead of 'fight' with Mark Zuckerberg

  • Elon Musk declared a live-streamed cage fight with Mark Zuckerberg on X (formerly Twitter), with proceeds going to charity for veterans.
  • Prior to the fight, Musk announced that he will undergo an MRI for his neck and upper back and may require surgery, with the exact date of the fight still uncertain.
  • Musk mentioned suffering from "mega back pain" after an encounter with a sumo wrestler last year when challenging Vladimir Putin to single combat over Ukraine.
  • Musk has been preparing for the fight with Zuckerberg by lifting weights at work due to lack of time for regular workouts.

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Elon Musk says he doesn't care if drinking gallons of diet coke affects life

  • Elon Musk expressed his love for diet Coke, stating that he finds it "awesome" and is not concerned about its potential impact on his health or life expectancy.
  • Some users shared their opinions on Musk's post, with one preferring regular Coke over diet Coke due to its artificial taste, while another jokingly mentioned being a long-time Diet Coke addict and still being alive.
  • Despite global health concerns over aspartame, the artificial sweetener used in diet Coke, Musk continues to endorse the drink as his favorite.

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After Musk's Cage Fight Announcement, Zuckerberg's Zinger

  • Elon Musk announced a proposed "cage fight" against Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, which will be broadcast live on X, formerly known as Twitter.
  • Musk stated that all proceeds from the fight will go to charity, but Zuckerberg questioned the reliability of X as a platform to raise money for charity.
  • The exchange between the two billionaires sparked a social media firestorm, with many people betting on the potential winner.
  • The fight, expected to be held in Las Vegas, has not been scheduled yet. Zuckerberg, with his fighting experience, is considered the clear favorite despite Musk's size advantage.

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Indian boss receives drunk text from employee at 2 am; WhatsApp messages go viral

  • A heartwarming incident unfolded when a drunk employee sent a text to their boss expressing genuine gratitude and appreciation.
  • The Twitterverse was set abuzz when @siddhantmin shared the screenshot of the text exchange, garnering warm responses from the community.
  • The boss received praise for their positive influence on the employee and was described as a "good manager."

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Zomato requests 'Ankita From Bhopal' to stop sending food to her Ex on Cash on delivery

  • Zomato's humorous tweet requesting 'Ankita from Bhopal' not to send food to her ex on cash on delivery went viral, sparking laughter and amusement across social media.
  • It's uncertain whether Ankita is a real person or a fictional character created by Zomato, but netizens couldn't resist sharing their thoughts and ideas about her antics.
  • Some users imagined Ankita's ex caught in an endless cycle of hunger and heartbreak due to her repeated cash on delivery orders, while others proposed that Ankita might owe money to her ex, flipping the narrative in an unexpected way.

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Elon Musk’s Twitter bans ad showing Republican interrupting couple in bedroom

  • The ad, titled 'Keep Republicans Out Of Your Bedroom', aimed to criticize the Republican Party's stance on birth control. However, X deemed it inappropriate and removed it, leading to accusations of censorship from the Progress Action Fund, which launched the ad.
  • The banned ad featured a fictional scenario depicting a Republican congressman interrupting a couple in a bedroom and expressing opposition to birth control, suggesting that the party would ban its use now that they are in charge.
  • Progress Action Fund accused X of "censoring" its account, implying that the social media platform restricted their freedom of expression by removing the controversial ad.

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Elvish Yadav fans make him trend on Twitter with 1 million tweets after Salman Khan slams him on Bigg Boss OTT 2

  • Fans of YouTuber Elvish Yadav are trending him on Twitter and supporting him despite Salman Khan's criticism during a recent episode of Bigg Boss OTT 2.
  • Salman Khan bashed Elvish Yadav for using derogatory language towards Bebika Dhurve and making insensitive remarks about Jiya.
  • Elvish Yadav's followers are showing unwavering support, making him trend with over 1 million tweets in just six hours under the hashtag #UnbreakableElvishYadav.
  • Fans are also expressing their solidarity by calling for a boycott of Salman Khan and sharing the hashtag on social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram.

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''They Just Took It'': Owner Of @x claims he didn't get paid for his Twitter handle

  • Elon Musk's company, representing social media network X, took over @x Twitter handle without payment or prior communication with the original owner.
  • Gene X Hwang, who registered the handle in 2007, received an email informing him that the account was now the property of 'x.'
  • Hwang was offered X merchandise and a meeting but received no financial compensation.
  • Legal complexities may arise as other companies hold intellectual property rights to the letter 'X.'

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Indonesia temporarily bans Elon Musk's rebranded Twitter 'X'

  • The Indonesian Communication Ministry temporarily halts billionaire Elon Musk's X.com domain due to violations of gambling and porn laws.
  • The domain's past usage by websites not complying with regulations against explicit content contributed to the decision.
  • To resolve the issue, Elon Musk's team will send a letter stating that the X.com domain will be utilized for Twitter purposes.

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From Puma to 'Upma': Man buys fake branded shoe; Swiggy Instamart's reply wins the internet

  • The Twitter user, Yatharth, bought what he thought was a high-end Puma shoe at a discounted price from a local market. However, upon closer inspection, it turned out to be a fake with the name "Upma" instead of Puma.
  • Yatharth's post went viral and received hilarious reactions from other Twitter users. Swiggy Instamart, a grocery delivery platform, jokingly suggested that Yatharth should have checked their app for a better deal on shoes.
  • Some users joined in the fun by suggesting that the shoe would work well with breakfast, referencing the popular South Indian dish "Upma." 
  • Another user humorously recommended finding socks named "Sambhar" to match the shoe.

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Elon Musk surrounded by 'yes people': Ex-exec who slept at Twitter HQ

  • According to former Twitter executive Esther Crawford, Elon Musk, the owner of Twitter (X), is reportedly surrounded by "yes people" and resides in an "echo chamber."
  • This means he may be surrounded by individuals who are inclined to agree with him, potentially limiting diverse perspectives.
  • Crawford's viral picture of sleeping on the floor at Twitter HQ suggests that she had firsthand experience of the company's inner workings.
  • She expressed that while observing Elon Musk, she perceived him as a solitary figure due to his intense focus and dedication to work, which consumed much of his time and energy.

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Twitter changes its official handle to @X

  • Twitter's official handle changed to '@X' from '@twitter' following the logo change to an 'X' by owner Elon Musk.
  • The previous handle '@X' belonged to Gene X Hwang, who tweeted, "All's well that ends well."
  • The bio of the original handle '@twitter' now states, "This account is no longer active. Follow @X for updates."

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In big U-turn, Elon Musk changes Twitter X logo AGAIN, then reverses decision

  • Elon Musk replaces Twitter's blue bird logo with an X sign, but two days later, he switches it to one with thicker lines.
  • After receiving feedback, Musk reverts to the original X logo, stating his dislike for the thicker bars and expressing his intention to evolve the logo gradually.
  • During this period, Musk also changes his profile picture to reflect the new logo on his personal account.

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Day after Elon Musk reveals new Twitter logo, Indian Railways asks what ‘X’ sign on coach means

  • Twitter recently revealed its new logo 'X', replacing the blue bird as part of a rebranding effort.
  • South Western Railway tweeted a picture of an Indian Railways train with a huge yellow 'X' on it, which received over 1,000 likes and nearly 100 retweets.
  • The 'X' is always marked on the last coach of every train to indicate that the train has passed a station entirely, ensuring no coaches have been left behind.
  • The Ministry of Railways also shared a tweet explaining the meaning of the 'X' on the train's last coach, reaffirming its significance in ensuring the completeness of the train's journey.

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