Mariah Espada

Mariah Espada is a reporter at TIME. She covers internet culture, reality TV, and pop culture.

Recent Articles

What to Know About Temu and Its Super Bowl Ads

Temu has sparked dozens of complaints to the Better Business Bureau (BBB).

By Mariah Espada

Beyoncé Fans Are Going to Extreme Lengths for Tickets

“Am I insane for buying Beyoncé tickets in Poland? I’ve never been to Poland," asked one fan

By Mariah Espada

The Best and Worst Super Bowl LVII Ads

From M&M's spokesperson stunt to Busch Beer's clever use of Sarah McLachlan

By Mariah Espada

The Controversy Over Andrea Riseborough’s Oscar Nomination

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has decided not to revoke actor Andrea Riseborough’s Oscar nomination in the Best Actress category, following an investigation into whether aggressive campaigning from her Hollywood peers helped...

By Mariah Espada

TikTok's 'De-Influencers' Tell You What Not to Buy

The trend is a direct response to the deluge of products that have become must-haves for the young and internet famous.

By Mariah Espada

TikTok Is Celebrating ‘DINKs'

Fertility rates have been declining in the U.S. and there is a growing share of adults in the U.S. that don’t plan to have children

By Mariah Espada

How TikTok's Tinned Fish Craze Is Driving Shortages

Tinned fish, especially expensive brands that cost up to $10 per can, is hard to find at some grocery stores.

By Mariah Espada

Who Is Clyde Lawrence, the Artist Testifying at the Senate Ticketmaster Hearing?

Artist Clyde Lawrence is testifying at the Ticketmaster hearing in the Senate. Here's what to know about him.

By Mariah Espada

Universities Are Banning TikTok. Here’s Why

Texas A&M and the University of Oklahoma are among the universities that have banned TikTok from staff devices and blocked it on WiFi networks

By Mariah Espada

TikTok’s 100 Envelopes Challenge Works—Sort Of

The viral challenge promises to help you save $5,050. But there are big drawbacks.

By Mariah Espada

Why Everything on TikTok Is Beige Right Now

“Aesthetic” TikTok content performs well on the platform, but its numbers come with critics

By Mariah Espada

More Classified Documents Found Near President Biden’s Corvette

The car in question is likely Biden's 1967 Corvette Stingray, a classic green convertible featured in Jay Leno’s Garage show.

By Mariah Espada

At Least 15 Deaths Attributed to Bomb Cyclone. Here’s What to Know

Gov. Andy Beshear has confirmed three winter-related fatalities in Kentucky

By Anisha Kohli and Mariah Espada

How to Vote in the 2022 Midterm Elections

Here's everything you need to know before you cast your ballot

By Mariah Espada , Anisha Kohli , Solcyré Burga and Simmone Shah

Is the Crypto Community in Puerto Rico Helping or Hurting After Hurricane Fiona?

Crypto newcomers to Puerto Rico say they're aiding hurricane relief efforts. But some activists question their intentions and methods.

By Andrew R. Chow and Mariah Espada

Solar Power Helps Keep Lights on In Puerto Rico after Fiona

As solar power proves resilient to energy blackouts after Hurricane Fiona, many are calling for a solar revolution in Puerto Rico

By Mariah Espada

How to Set Boundaries Without 'Quiet Quitting'

How to set boundaries at work before getting to the point of disengaging completely.

By Mariah Espada

Companies Fear Long-Term Effects of ‘Quiet Quitting’

Workers and employers differ over whether doing less is best

By Mariah Espada

Here's Everything New on Netflix in July 2022—and What's Leaving

The highly anticipated second volume of the latest season of Stranger Things is one of several new programs coming to Netflix this month. Other new arrivals include Bill Burr’s latest stand-up special Bill Burr: Live...

By Mariah Espada

Everything We Know About Beyoncé's New Album, Renaissance

Beyoncé has released the cover to her upcoming album Renaissance which is set to come out on July 29. The cover art features the singer with pink lipstick and Y2K-inspired crimped hair, sitting on top...

By Mariah Espada
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