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Sky News AU
2 hours ago
- Business
- Sky News AU
Video posted to social media shows Sydney man dressed in business attire yelling into water fountain in Martin Place
A businessman has left people in Sydney's CBD scratching their heads as video footage emerged of him yelling into a water fountain. The unidentified man, who was wearing business shirt and trousers, was videoed submerging his head into the water feature in the centre of the MLC Centre plaza in Martin Place. The pool of water sits above the food court which is connected to Martin Place train and metro station. In a clip shared to TikTok the man could be seen putting his face just below the water line while fully dressed in a business shirt, slacks, and with a watch on. He appeared to be shouting and was seen gesturing both through the water and toward himself. Amused workers walked past the man, with the video showing that workers in fits of laughter as they walk past. One TikToker pointed out the man was likely waving to a friend below in the food court who he could see through the glass bottom of the fountain. "You can see down into the food court he's (probably) got a mate under it," she wrote. Another commenter wrote 'what is agent 47 doing,' a reference to the Matrix films, which were filmed at Martin Place and at locations around Sydney. And another said, 'Me every Monday.' has not been able to verify or ascertain the sequence of events as to what was going on in the video.
Mint
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
YouTuber CoryxKenshin accused of emotional abuse, manipulation in viral TikTok videos by ex-girlfriend
YouTuber Cory DeVante Williams, better known as CoryxKenshin, is facing serious allegations of emotional abuse and manipulation following a series of viral videos and posts by TikTok user @pandaninjaxxofficial. The claims, which surfaced on July 13, detail an alleged past relationship with the 32-year-old content creator. In the first of the videos, which runs for 49 seconds, audio believed to feature CoryxKenshin's voice includes unsettling comments about watching the TikToker sleep. The post was captioned: 'POV: You didn't know this was one of the videos you'd look back and realise… he never cared.' A second video followed, in which @pandaninjaxxofficial stated, 'I dated Cory Kenshin… and he hurt me really bad… and I'm not the only one.' The TikToker later published a longer written statement accusing CoryxKenshin of emotional and mental abuse, gaslighting, narcissistic behaviour, and status-fuelled cruelty. She alleged that the YouTuber used silence and distance to manipulate her emotionally, writing: 'You ghosted me... to teach me a lesson,' and claiming the experience damaged her self-worth. Although the allegations include references to inappropriate conduct and emotional manipulation, the TikToker clarified that she is not accusing CoryxKenshin of sexual abuse. In another post, she shared screenshots of alleged Xbox messages exchanged between herself and the YouTuber, in which he reportedly made crude jokes and alluded to their past interactions. CoryxKenshin, who is known for his family-friendly gaming content and has over 18 million subscribers on YouTube, has not yet issued a public response to the allegations.
Business Insider
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
The 'Gen Z Stare' has ignited a debate about soft skills and workplace communication
Millennials and Gen Z are getting into it online over a behavior that's been dubbed the "Gen Z Stare." As more of Gen Z enters the workforce, some millennials are saying the younger workers are greeting customers and colleagues with wide eyes, blank expressions, and pregnant pauses. While some online argue it could be a sign of workplace awkwardness or underdeveloped soft skills like communication, others are pushing back and saying the trend's blame is misplaced. What is the Gen Z Stare? On TikTok, where the observation has sparked spirited debate, millennials and others are posting videos describing experiences in which Gen Z employees stare at customers with a vacant expression, sometimes not responding to questions or greetings. @trevonwoodburyy always shocked that someone is speaking to u irl and not on a phone screen 😭 i still love gen z tho ♬ original sound - trévon Some millennial servers said in videos that they also encountered the "Gen Z Stare" while serving a table of young customers at restaurants. In various TikTok skits, users place themselves in a hypothetical restaurant or coffee shop, role-playing the order-taking process with a Gen Z employee. The hypothetical young worker stares back at them, barely responding and shifting their eyes. "They just look at you like they just saw a ghost," said TikToker @185dashuaige. "It is this blank, deer-in-the-headlights stare." @xiandivyne #fyp #xiandivyne ♬ original sound - Christian Divyne The trend seems to be resonating. The hashtag #Genzstare has reached over 4,000 posts on TikTok, with some viral videos gaining millions of likes. "I get the Gen Z stare everytime I thank them for bagging my groceries... they just stair at me dead pan.. I never understood until now!!" one commenter wrote. Others equated it to a real-life "buffer" or loading screen. While many of the videos and comments agreeing with the observation appear to be from people belonging to older generations, some people self-identifying as Gen Z have also said they've experienced the stare. "I think our generation is done with fake and genuinely hate people, we just wanna be left alone," one commenter wrote. Another wrote that young people who "just don't know how to socialize and talk to others are so hard to engage with." Many Gen Zers are pushing back Not everyone is convinced the "Gen Z Stare" is a genuine phenomenon — and some Gen Zers are saying the critiques are jumping to conclusions. Some online commenters identifying as Gen Z customer service workers said they only stare down nonsensical requests. In one video about the "Gen Z Stare," a TikToker stared down a hypothetical customer asking whether a strawberry banana smoothie had banana in it. "The Gen Z Stare is just us processing stupidity," one commenter wrote on that video. "I'm just trying to gather my thoughts and process," said TikToker @ waitwhoislive. "I can't fathom what you just said." @waitwhoisliv i love my job but people can be so mean lol #fyp #genzstare #relatable #customerservice #starbucks ♬ original sound - secret!! TikToker @maybesantana argued there was a difference between the "Customer Service Stare" and the "Gen Z Stare." Any customer service worker may stare at you when you ask something "stupid," they explained. The "Gen Z Stare," on the other hand, is the "lead paint stare that customer service workers receive instead of response to anything," they said. Others suggested that millennials may simply be looking for something about Gen Z to critique after seeing videos critiquing their own generation's mannerisms. "This is millennials trying to get back at us for calling out the millennial pause," one commenter wrote, referencing the generation's laughed-at pause between starting a recording and speaking. It's sparked conversations about workplace awkwardness and soft skills The "Gen Z Stare" discourse appears to extend beyond retail work, with conversations cropping up online about the generation's communication skills in both everyday life and the corporate workplace. Some TikTokers complained about receiving deadpans when they hold doors open for young people or when greeting them on the street. @xiandivyne described it as a response to "mandatory small talk." It's the latest example of Gen Z's workplace etiquette going under the microscope. Some members of the generation have been criticized by their older coworkers for oversharing, taking too many sick days, and avoiding leadership positions. And who could forget about the " quiet quitting" trend? Others have praised Gen Z workers for valuing work-life balance and challenging hustle culture. Gen Z has also thoroughly integrated AI into their work, embracing the technology that many hiring experts say is fast becoming a workplace expectation. People online were quick to offer up potential explanations for why some Gen Zers may still be developing their interpersonal skills in the workplace. Some blamed the COVID-19 pandemic, like one commenter, who wrote that "Covid destroyed their opportunities to have normal relationships." As another popular comment put it, "We all have social anxiety." And while the internet can't seem to agree on whether the "Gen Z Stare" is even a real thing, the viral videos on the idea are a good reminder that people take note of workplace mannerisms — whether they interpret them correctly or not. Are you a Gen Z worker? Let me know what you think about the stare by emailing hchandonnet@
Daily Mirror
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Staggering Wimbledon gift shop prices unveiled as one jumper costs over £300
Wimbledon 2025 merch leaves two fans shocked by prices in a viral TikTok of the annual tournament's gift shop, as many other point out the outrageous prices for household items Following Jannik Sinner 's win on July 13 against 2024's champion Carlos Alcaraz, attendees completed the Wimbledon ritual by visiting the court's gift shop, only to be left shocked by the prices of jumpers, towels, candles and parasols. Wimbledon's men's singles player, Sinner, won yesterday's Men's Singles final, winning a huge sum of £3 million. To celebrate the iconic victory, fans walked to the official gift shop - two in particular posting a light-hearted video on TikTok 'guessing the price' of each item. The user's post was captioned "Wimbledon prices are NOT for the weak," and showed the creator being followed around the store, estimating the prices of popular memorabilia merchandise - to then laugh in shock at the actual price, to tennis fans' horror online. Accumulating 1.9million views and 121,000 likes in just two days, the pairs' hysterical clip highlights the additional prices of Wimbledon, as the duo giggled from item to item over the astronomical prices of everyday items like the Wimbledon towel, retailing at a whopping £40, and a branded umbrella for £59. Most shocking was the knitted cardigan. Not even the most expensive jumper available, the girls picked up the short-sleeve cardigan, saying: "What do you think of this? Right this looks so 'spenny' [expensive]," before taking a guess. She added: "Maybe I'm stretching but £95?" The TikTok creators were left speechless to find jumper cost a staggering £319. With other knitwear costing up to £449 - and one particular Polo Ralph Lauren sweater priced at £549 - many took to the comments of the video to share their thoughts. A TikToker wrote: "Towels priced at £40... I now understand why Swiatek is just stuffing it in her bag like that LMAO," with another saying: "I was so disgusted by the greed at Wimbledon. That tournament makes a net profit of hundreds of millions of pounds each year. They price the food, drink and merchandise extortionately high". This was accepted by 4,400 other viewers in terms of likes. In the defence of pricing, user Holly highlighted that the more costly jumpers were due to the quality and material, stating: "The knitwear is Ralph Lauren just bare that in mind," however others pointed out many of the Polo products lacked the logo designer fans prefer. For more stories like this subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The Weekly Gulp, for a curated roundup of trending stories, poignant interviews, and viral lifestyle picks from The Mirror's Audience U35 team delivered straight to your inbox. Wimbledon gift shop prices The Polo Ralph Lauren Satin Baseball Jacket in Green matches the men's cable knit sweater at £549 The Champions 2025 Silkscreen Official Poster is listed at £250 A Men's Varsity Jacket (that's not Polo) is selling at £285 Wimbledon: The Pinnacle of Sport - Deluxe Edition is £200 Polo Ralph Lauren Logo Silk Repp Tie in Navy is £139 Silk square scarfs ranging from £105 to £165 Help us improve our content by completing the survey below. We'd love to hear from you!
Time of India
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
What did CoryxKenshin do? Popular YouTuber accused of abuse and manipulation by ex-girlfriend on TikTok
(Image via @CoryxKenshin/YouTube) Popular YouTuber CoryxKenshin is now at the center of a growing online controversy following a string of allegations made public on TikTok. Known for his comedic gaming content and reputation as a wholesome internet figure, the 32-year-old creator is now facing claims that could shake the foundation of his carefully built public image. Allegations Surface on TikTok from @pandaninjaxxofficial The allegations first gained traction on July 13, 2025, when TikToker @pandaninjaxxofficial posted a series of emotionally charged videos. The posts, which formed a three-part exposé, outlined what she described as a deeply harmful relationship with CoryxKenshin. One video, which included an audio clip allegedly of Cory speaking, sparked immediate outrage online. In it, he appears to discuss doing something to her while she was asleep. The conversation has quickly spiraled into heated discussions across social platforms. The clip ended with him seemingly deflecting the issue, jokingly referencing Dragon Ball Z . Emotional abuse and a "calculated silence" In follow-up TikToks, @pandaninjaxxofficial shared more personal reflections, accusing CoryxKenshin of ghosting her intentionally, manipulating her emotionally, and reducing her to someone who only 'mattered when it suited him.' She claimed that his silence wasn't confusion; it was a lesson. 'You made me feel like I had to shrink just to earn a reply,' she said, emphasizing how deeply the alleged psychological effects lingered long after their connection ended. Screenshots of alleged Xbox messages added fuel to the fire. In one exchange, CoryxKenshin appeared to jokingly say he wanted to 'f**k her life' up some more. The messages, though laced with humor, were perceived by many as emotionally harmful and dismissive. Text Messages Surface Allegedly Linking CoryxKenshin to Cruel Behavior Beyond just bad communication, @pandaninjaxxofficial detailed patterns of behavior that she described as narcissistic, calling out love-bombing, gaslighting, and status-driven cruelty. She described a dynamic where she felt emotionally discarded and used, writing, 'You treated my body, my heart, my time like they were things you could shelve and retrieve whenever it suited you.' coryxkenshin ALLEGATIONS... (FULL STORY) Her videos painted a picture of a woman navigating emotional wreckage while the internet idolized her alleged abuser as a role model. The internet has not taken the incident lightly. Fans have expressed disbelief and criticised CoryxKenshin. As of this writing, no official statement has been published by CoryxKenshin for the case. His silence, for some, is telling. For others, it's a signal to wait for more context. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
