💇 The mullet makes a comeback

It’s Saturday, February 10 — people are talking about the viability of TikTok Shop as an Amazon competitor, the comeback of the mullet, and more.

As always, we’ve summarized and organized the different shades of perspective, so you can see the big picture quickly. Here at Shades we believe that seeing multiple points of view is the best way to stay informed.

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🛍️ Can TikTok Shop compete with Amazon?

TikTok Shop is shaking up e-commerce, but not without its fair share of controversy.

🛍️ NPR: TikTok Shop, the social media giant's e-commerce platform, is challenging Amazon's dominance with its direct-to-consumer model.

🛍️ The Argus says the platform has its pros: TikTok Shop outshines rivals with ease of use and surprise deals.

🛍️ But Vox thinks there are big cons, too: TikTok Shop has influencers peddling dangerous health myths for profit.

🛍️ The Suffolk Journal wasn't a fan, either: TikTok Shop fuels overconsumption and erodes trust in influencers.

🛍️ WaPo's take: TikTok Shop is a mixed bag — it's convenient, but risky. If you’re using it, be savvy and avoid scams.

💇 The mullet makes a comeback

The return of the mullet hairstyle sparks debate: It’s a symbol of edgy allure for some, but an unwanted comeback for others.

💇 The mullet, a haircut with a storied past of rebellion and nonconformity, has made a surprising comeback as today's symbol of edgy allure, notes GQ. But does it look good?

💇 A Redditor on r/AskGayBros thinks mullets are “ugly as hell”, and this trend should've died in the 80s.

💇 Gatsby Global disagrees: Mullets are edgy and confident. Also, the modern mullet is much cleaner than the older 80s style cut — it's a great middle ground.

💇 MODMuze Magazine adds that mullets are really popular amongst queer people. It's all about defiance of beauty norms and self-expression.

Quick hits

⚾ MLB suspended former Mets GM Billy Eppler through the upcoming season for directing an injury fabrication scheme. (AP News)

⚫ A small charter plane crashed onto a Florida interstate, killing at least 2 people. (Fox News)

🐴 The Democratic National Committee filed a federal election complaint against Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his super PAC. (NYT)

🇮🇱 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu directed the military to draw up a plan to evacuate civilians from Rafah, a southern city in Gaza. (BBC)

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