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Internet reacts with laughter to AI prompt theft complaints

Plus: USPS changes definition of "postmarked."

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Jan 01, 2026
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Happy New Year! 🎉

Here are the latest trending internet culture stories today:

  • The discourse about AI “prompt thieves” is reaching ridiculous levels.

  • USPS quietly changed its definition of being “postmarked,” which has many voting advocates sounding the alarm.

  • A look back at the year that was—in memes.

To a great 2026,

— W.J.

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