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Engadget
22-07-2025
- Business
- Engadget
Meta has ended its bonus program on Threads
It's still trying to lure new users, but it's done paying anyone to post. Meta is no longer paying creators to post on Threads. The company quietly ended the Threads bonus program, which offered some creators thousands of dollars a month in bonuses, earlier this year, Engadget has confirmed. The company hasn't officially commented on why it stopped the payments, but an Instagram support page that once listed details about the creator incentives no longer references Threads at all. In posts on Threads, creators who were once part of the program have said they stopped receiving payments around the end of April. That's roughly one year after Meta first started paying creators for popular posts. Though Meta never publicly shared a lot of details about how the program worked, creators who previously spoke with Engadget reported that they were able to earn monthly bonuses ranging from $500 to $5,000 in exchange for hitting specific metrics around post counts and views. It's not clear what Meta's strategy for creators on Threads is going forward. The company is still trying to lure more brands and notable faces to the platform, and has tested features to help people find popular creators they previously followed on X. Meta has also added creator-friendly tools, like the ability to add more links to profiles and more detailed analytics for the app. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement But Meta has yet to clearly explain what it can offer creators in return. The platform is hardly driving any traffic to outside websites. It's also much harder to build a following on Threads, since the platform defaults to an algorithmic timeline consisting mainly of recommended content. This means that it's easier for a post from an unknown account to go viral, but viral posts rarely lead to an influx of new followers. Meta may simply be calculating that Threads already has enough momentum without paying people for viral content. At the same time, Mark Zuckerberg has repeatedly said he believes the app can be Meta's next billion-user platform. It's difficult to see how that happens without the buy-in of creators. Have a tip for Karissa? You can reach her by email, on X, Bluesky, Threads, or send a message to @karissabe.51 to chat confidentially on Signal.
The Irish Sun
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I've got 11 kids and all their names start with letter A including my girl called Answer – trolls say they'll be teased
COMING up with one name you love can be hard enough as a parent, let alone 12. But this couple have revealed the unique monikers they gave to their bumper brood - and they all start with the letter A. 2 The mum shared her kid's names in a viral TikTok video Credit: Tiktok/@thecollinskids 2 People had mixed reactions to their unique monikers Credit: Tiktok/@thecollinskids Karissa Collins, 42, from the US, went viral on In the clip, which has amassed over 10 million views, the mum stood with one of her youngest as they went through the whole family sharing their names, There was: Anchor, Anthem, Anderson, Answer, Aniston, Anisa, Angelie, Angel, Andre, Arrow and Armor. But after sharing the unique names people on TikTok weren't so sure what to make of them. READ MORE ON BABY NAMES Many thought the kids would grow up to be bullied because of their names, whilst others praised the mum for going outside the box with her choices. "They're going to get teased for those names later on, just cruel really," one person commented. "What's happening here? I had to listen again just to make sure I heard it right," a second wrote. "Bro just picked up a dictionary and started naming them in order," someone else joked. Most read in Fabulous "Anchovies was in the bathroom during filming," another joked. Others shared some other name suggestions for the mum, poking fun at her seemingly random A-names. Love Islander reveals US reality show girlfriend is pregnant with their first child together with romantic photoshoot "Armadillo, Alopecia, Avocado," one said. Meanwhile, others suggested: "Ancestor, Ambulance, Alphabet, Acne, Algorithm." Not everyone hates the names though, as one person said: "I love them, stunning children too." "You have a beautiful family," another chimed in. This isn't the first time the mum has faced backlash online though, as trolls roasted her when she revealed she'd been pregnant 15 times since the age of 25 and has barely had a break from baby bumps in nearly two decades. One again posting on the account Karissa and her husband, who've been married for 18 years, welcomed their first child back in their mid-20s and haven't looked back since. Karissa first became a mum at the age of 25, and has subsequently been pregnant when she was 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 34, 35, 36, 39 and 40. She's also suffered three Now, with over 700,000 followers tuning in for a glimpse into her busy, bustling household, Karissa is unapologetic about her life choices and even encourages other women to take the leap into big family life. She said: 'It's not that scary. I promise you will figure it out. And it honestly gets easier. You don't have to keep your hands to yourself! Have all the babies and live with no regrets.' But while many cheer her on from the side-lines, Karissa also faces brutal backlash from trolls who claim her lifestyle is harmful, not just to her, but to her kids. One commenter raged: 'This is not okay – you barely have enough time for each child to get your attention. It's not even funny anymore, I feel bad for the kids.' Another slammed: 'You're hurting your kids by continuing to take attention away from them. No human can give the same amount of love to 12 different kids unless they never sleep.' Others accused the couple of only having children for content, saying the older kids must be doing the bulk of the work around the house. Still, Karissa isn't fazed. For her, motherhood isn't just a lifestyle, it's a calling. Banned Names in the UK The UK has no law restricting names, but names that contain obscenities, numerals, misleading titles, or are impossible to pronounce are likely to be rejected when registering a child. Hitler Monkey Cyanide Martian Akuma Chow Tow Rogue
Scottish Sun
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
I've got 11 kids and all their names start with letter A including my girl called Answer – trolls say they'll be teased
This isn't the first time the mum has faced backlash online NO KIDDING I've got 11 kids and all their names start with letter A including my girl called Answer – trolls say they'll be teased Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) COMING up with one name you love can be hard enough as a parent, let alone 12. But this couple have revealed the unique monikers they gave to their bumper brood - and they all start with the letter A. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The mum shared her kid's names in a viral TikTok video Credit: Tiktok/@thecollinskids 2 People had mixed reactions to their unique monikers Credit: Tiktok/@thecollinskids Karissa Collins, 42, from the US, went viral on TikTok after sharing the names of her family. In the clip, which has amassed over 10 million views, the mum stood with one of her youngest as they went through the whole family sharing their names, There was: Anchor, Anthem, Anderson, Answer, Aniston, Anisa, Angelie, Angel, Andre, Arrow and Armor. But after sharing the unique names people on TikTok weren't so sure what to make of them. Many thought the kids would grow up to be bullied because of their names, whilst others praised the mum for going outside the box with her choices. "They're going to get teased for those names later on, just cruel really," one person commented. "What's happening here? I had to listen again just to make sure I heard it right," a second wrote. "Bro just picked up a dictionary and started naming them in order," someone else joked. "Anchovies was in the bathroom during filming," another joked. Others shared some other name suggestions for the mum, poking fun at her seemingly random A-names. Love Islander reveals US reality show girlfriend is pregnant with their first child together with romantic photoshoot "Armadillo, Alopecia, Avocado," one said. Meanwhile, others suggested: "Ancestor, Ambulance, Alphabet, Acne, Algorithm." Not everyone hates the names though, as one person said: "I love them, stunning children too." "You have a beautiful family," another chimed in. This isn't the first time the mum has faced backlash online though, as trolls roasted her when she revealed she'd been pregnant 15 times since the age of 25 and has barely had a break from baby bumps in nearly two decades. One again posting on the account @TheCollinsKids, the mum stunned fans in May when she announced yet another pregnancy, calling it 'the best Mother's Day surprise.' Karissa and her husband, who've been married for 18 years, welcomed their first child back in their mid-20s and haven't looked back since. Karissa first became a mum at the age of 25, and has subsequently been pregnant when she was 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 34, 35, 36, 39 and 40. She's also suffered three miscarriages in between. Now, with over 700,000 followers tuning in for a glimpse into her busy, bustling household, Karissa is unapologetic about her life choices and even encourages other women to take the leap into big family life. She said: 'It's not that scary. I promise you will figure it out. And it honestly gets easier. You don't have to keep your hands to yourself! Have all the babies and live with no regrets.' But while many cheer her on from the side-lines, Karissa also faces brutal backlash from trolls who claim her lifestyle is harmful, not just to her, but to her kids. One commenter raged: 'This is not okay – you barely have enough time for each child to get your attention. It's not even funny anymore, I feel bad for the kids.' Another slammed: 'You're hurting your kids by continuing to take attention away from them. No human can give the same amount of love to 12 different kids unless they never sleep.' Others accused the couple of only having children for content, saying the older kids must be doing the bulk of the work around the house. Still, Karissa isn't fazed. For her, motherhood isn't just a lifestyle, it's a calling.
Scottish Sun
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
I've been pregnant for 17 years with no ‘breaks' since 25 – people say I'm addicted and it's ‘abuse' but it gets easier
OH BABY! I've been pregnant for 17 years with no 'breaks' since 25 – people say I'm addicted and it's 'abuse' but it gets easier Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MUM has revealed she's been pregnant almost non-stop for 17 years. While critics call it 'abuse' and accuse her of using her kids for content, she says she's never been happier and that it gets easier with each one. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Karissa has been pregnant for the last 17 years Credit: Tiktok/ @Thecollinskids 2 She promotes motherhood on Tiktok Credit: Tiktok/ @thecollinskids Karissa Collins, 42, from the US, has gone viral on TikTok after sharing that she's been pregnant 15 times since the age of 25 and has barely had a break from baby bumps in nearly two decades. The super mum, who shares her life with 11 children on her account @TheCollinsKids, stunned fans in May when she announced yet another pregnancy, calling it 'the best Mother's Day surprise.' Karissa and her husband, who've been married for 18 years, welcomed their first child back in their mid-20s and haven't looked back since. Karissa first became a mum at the age of 25, and has subsequently been pregnant when she was 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 34, 35, 36, 39 and 40. She's also suffered three miscarriages in between. Now, with over 700,000 followers tuning in for a glimpse into her busy, bustling household, Karissa is unapologetic about her life choices and even encourages other women to take the leap into big family life. She said: 'It's not that scary. I promise you will figure it out. And it honestly gets easier. You don't have to keep your hands to yourself! Have all the babies and live with no regrets.' But while many cheer her on from the side-lines, Karissa also faces brutal backlash from trolls who claim her lifestyle is harmful, not just to her, but to her kids. One commenter raged: 'This is not okay – you barely have enough time for each child to get your attention. It's not even funny anymore, I feel bad for the kids.' Another slammed: 'You're hurting your kids by continuing to take attention away from them. No human can give the same amount of love to 12 different kids unless they never sleep.' Others accused the couple of only having children for content, saying the older kids must be doing the bulk of the work around the house. Still, Karissa isn't fazed. For her, motherhood isn't just a lifestyle, it's a calling. Catherine Tyldesley admits she won't speak to kids for 'three days' when in 'work mode' on set The mum-of-11 said she doesn't read cruel comments on blogs or social media about her family. She claims her page is for " mamas that want to seek God and raise families for him." Karissa proudly describes herself as 'Yahuah's servant, Christ follower, wife, and home schooler.' She regularly posts about Christian family values and encourages others to trust God with their family planning. Despite the hate, many followers are quick to defend her and her kids. One fan wrote: 'Why do people online think they are entitled to judge someone's family? These kids look well cared for and happy. If they want a big family and can afford it – that's their choice.' Another said: 'Those kids are clean and smiling! She's living her best life. Her husband clearly loves her and provides – there is no problem here.' And Karissa seems to agree. In her eyes, every new child is a blessing and the more she has, the more confident she becomes. 'Have all the babies,' she tells her followers. 'Live with no regrets.' She previously hit back at people who say her kids must have come from four different dads. Karissa insists she's never even kissed anyone other than Mandrae, who she married in 2007. The mum said: 'Nope just one dad here! 'Yes they're all ours. All 12 of them! As well as not dating anyone else, Karissa said she's never smoked, drank alcohol, sworn, drank coffee, or had a C-section with her babies.
The Irish Sun
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I've been pregnant for 17 years with no ‘breaks' since 25 – people say I'm addicted and it's ‘abuse' but it gets easier
A MUM has revealed she's been pregnant almost non-stop for 17 years. While critics call it 'abuse' and accuse her of using her kids for content, she says she's never been happier and that it gets easier with each one. 2 Karissa has been pregnant for the last 17 years Credit: Tiktok/ @Thecollinskids 2 She promotes motherhood on Tiktok Credit: Tiktok/ @thecollinskids Karissa Collins, 42, from the US, has gone viral on The super mum, who shares her life with 11 children on her account Karissa and her husband, who've been married for 18 years, welcomed their first child back in their mid-20s and haven't looked back since. Karissa first became a mum at the age of 25, and has subsequently been pregnant when she was 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 34, 35, 36, 39 and 40. Read more on pregnancy She's also suffered three Now, with over 700,000 followers tuning in for a glimpse into her busy, bustling household, Karissa is unapologetic about her life choices and even encourages other women to take the leap into big family life. She said: 'It's not that scary. I promise you will figure it out. And it honestly gets easier. You don't have to keep your hands to yourself! Have all the babies and live with no regrets.' But while many cheer her on from the side-lines, Karissa also faces brutal backlash from trolls who claim her lifestyle is harmful, not just to her, but to her kids. Most read in Fabulous One commenter raged: 'This is not okay – you barely have enough time for each child to get your attention. It's not even funny anymore, I feel bad for the kids.' Another slammed: 'You're hurting your kids by continuing to take attention away from them. No human can give the same amount of love to 12 different kids unless they never sleep.' Others accused the couple of only having children for content, saying the older kids must be doing the bulk of the work around the house. Still, Karissa isn't fazed. For her, motherhood isn't just a lifestyle, it's a calling. Catherine Tyldesley admits she won't speak to kids for 'three days' when in 'work mode' on set The mum-of-11 said she doesn't read cruel comments on blogs or social media about her family. She claims her page is for " mamas that want to seek God and raise families for him." Karissa proudly describes herself as 'Yahuah's servant, Christ follower, wife, and She regularly posts about Christian family values and encourages others to trust God with their family planning. Despite the hate, many followers are quick to defend her and her kids. One fan wrote: 'Why do people online think they are entitled to judge someone's family? These kids look well cared for and happy. If they want a big family and can afford it – that's their choice.' Another said: 'Those kids are clean and smiling! She's living her best life. Her husband clearly loves her and provides – there is no problem here.' And Karissa seems to agree. In her eyes, every new child is a blessing and the more she has, the more confident she becomes. 'Have all the babies,' she tells her followers. 'Live with no regrets.' She previously Karissa insists The mum said: 'Nope just one dad here! 'Yes they're all ours. All 12 of them! As well as not dating anyone else, Karissa said she's never smoked, drank alcohol, sworn, drank coffee, or had a C-section with her babies. The world's biggest families The Vassilyev family This family currently holds the record for the most children a couple has parented, after the matriarch gave birth to 69 children, including 16 pairs of twins and seven sets of triplets. Mrs. Vassilyev has given birth to a total of 69 children, including 16 pairs of twins and 7 sets of triplets. 67 of the 69 children survived infancy. The Radfords Sue and Noel are parents to 22 children, and their hectic family life is documented in reality show 22 Kids and Counting. The pair have remained adamant that they won't be having any more kids, but the amount of grandchildren they have is ever expanding, with daughters Sophie and Millie both mums of three. The Duggars Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar have 19 children - 10 sons and nine daughters. All of their children's names begin with the letter J. They also had their own reality show in the United States, and became household names because of it. The Bates family Kelly also has 19 children, with her husband Gil Bates. Of 19 deliveries, 14 of them were natural. The couple also have 28 grandchildren, with four more on the way. The Dougherty Dozen Mum Alicia frequently shares videos and pictures of her family. She and husband Josh have four biological children together, as well as adopting or fostering the rest of their brood. The Rosario family Yalancia and husband Michael are parents of 11. They had their first daughter together earlier this year, and are also parents to Jamel, 15, Michael Jr, 11, Angelo, 10, Gimani, seven, Armani, six, Sincere, three and Khaza, two. Their fourth son, also named Armani, was stillborn.
