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Social media creators have been known to use AI filters to make their waists look smaller or their breasts appear bigger, but now disturbing Instagram and TikTok accounts are stooping to a far more disturbing trick to drive engagement.

In videos that are going viral on those platforms, typical facial features associated with Down syndrome are being superimposed over the faces of scantily clad women engaged in sexually suggestive behavior with artificial intelligence. 

The posts — which often redirect users to OnlyFans accounts, other porn sites or Telegram groups — are getting hundreds of thousands of views a pop, and they have individuals with Down syndrome and disability advocates alarmed about fetishization and exploitation.

Videos appear to be stolen from women without Down syndrome and then a filter is applied to their face to generate an AI-enhanced video, which replaces the original poster’s features with a computer-generated disabled person. itsjustinryan_/Instagram

“It makes me feel a myriad of things,” Charlotte Woodward, a 35-year-old woman with Down syndrome, told The Post. “Not only do I find it disturbing, I find it personally upsetting. I also feel anger and outrage.”

Captions that go along with the posts are sexualized and exploitative.

Typical captions include, “Is Down syndrome a deal breaker for you?,” ”Would you date a girl with Down syndrome?” or “Does Down syndrome change how you feel about me?,” as well as others far more lewd.

Woodward, who works as a programs associate for the National Down Syndrome Society, believes this sort of content puts people like her in harm’s way.

“I just feel as if it’s putting people with Down syndrome at risk of sexual abuse and sexual assault,” she worried.

It’s unclear who exactly is behind the dozens of Instagram and TikTok pages that have popped up in recent months to pump out this content, but most appear to steal videos from scantily clad female stars, then apply an AI filter to them over their faces.

Charlotte Woodward believes AI-generated videos are putting people with Down syndrome at risk. Courtesy of Charlotte Woodward

Many different account names are using the same videos and linking to the same few OnlyFans accounts.

While it’s impossible to tell what platform these internet trolls are using to transform the faces, TikTok has multiple controversial Down syndrome filters available to users. 

TikTok said using filters to portray disabled people is a violation of its community guidelines. Filters flagged by The Post were removed from the app Thursday.

Kandi Pickard says she’s had many families reach out concerned about this new trend. Courtesy of Kandi Pickard

Undoubtedly, though, the creators behind these accounts are raking in money from the videos’ morbid sexual curiosity, between monetizing views and raking in OnlyFans subscriptions.

“The social media posts that are more sexual in nature are just exploiting disability for entertainment and clicks,” Kandi Pickard, CEO of the National Down Syndrome Society, told The Post. “Disability is not a trend.”

She’s had families of individuals with autism reach out upset and concerned about this trend over the past couple of months, as such content has exploded online.

Most of the content appears to have been stolen from videos posted by content creators, who are likely unaware their image is being misused and manipulated in this way. The AI-enhanced videos are then given suggestive captions to encourage engagement. ayelenmoods/Instagram

“It’s been on our radar,” Packard says. “We’ve been really monitoring this surge in fake online social media accounts.”

As with so much of the internet, there’s apparently a real demand for this strange new niche content.

Instagram auto-fills searches for “down syndrome” by suggesting “beautiful girl” and “down syndrome dance,” which implies users are on the hunt for such content. They return endless pages of artificially generated, highly sexualized content.

Many of the AI-enhanced videos appear on TikTok. REUTERS

“Our Community Standards apply to all content posted on our platforms regardless of whether it’s AI-generated, and we take action against any content that violates these policies,” said a spokesperson for Meta, which owns Instagram.

OnlyFans’ rules on AI-generated or -enhanced content are that it can only be posted by registered creators and the content must feature that person and make clear to the viewer that AI is being used.

“Do I look cute even if I have Down syndrome,” a post asks. “Would my D syndrome not make your D hard,” another more direct one reads. “Syndrome is down but your d—k is up,” another quips.

It’s unclear who is behind the mystery accounts, many of which appear to be taken down, but reappear under a different name a few days later with the same AI-enhanced content as before. @bradtroemel/Instagram

Worse yet, Down syndrome porn — both artificially generated and not — is available in dark crevices of the internet.

Pickard, who has a son with Down syndrome, says this is especially concerning, because it paints an inaccurate and ultra-sexualized vision of people with the condition.

“People with Down syndrome can find love, they can have kids, they can have sex,” she said. “These are all normal things. But this content is a lie to make money off of people with disabilities and people with Down syndrome.”

Meta, which owns Instagram, says it has strict guidelines and will kick people who don’t comply off the platform, but there is evidence the people behind the accounts find ways to make new ones and re-post the offensive videos. REUTERS

By contrast, creators who actually have Down syndrome, like Madison Tevlin, promote positive messages and de-stigmatizing content about people with the condition.

They prove that the reality of life with Down syndrome is a far cry from the one-dimensional, hyper-sexualized smut being pumped out by these accounts.

“Really what these videos are is ableism,” Woodward said. “It’s even worse than when non-disabled people use the r-word.”

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Top China athlete praised for looks and talent concedes that she embodies strength, beauty

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Rising Chinese high jump star, Shao Yuqi, has gone viral for her athletic performance and striking appearance.

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The athlete has also attracted attention and praise for challenging traditional beauty stereotypes in sport.

On August 1, Shao, 23, from the Hubei provincial track and field team based in central China, claimed the women’s high jump title at the 2025 Chinese National Athletics Championships with a leap of 1.90 metres.

Up and coming star, Shao Yuqi, soars above the high-jump bar at an athletics meet. Photo: Baidu
Up and coming star, Shao Yuqi, soars above the high-jump bar at an athletics meet. Photo: Baidu

Following her victory, Shao went viral on mainland social media for both her performance and her striking looks.

One of her videos on social media showcasing the competition got more than 3 million likes.

Shao was introduced to the high jump at primary school, where her athletic potential was quickly recognised after she effortlessly cleared a one-metre bar during a tryout.

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“There were so many stereotypes in primary school. People assumed that if I went into sports, I would waste my life, maybe end up at a sports school at best,” Shao told Jiupai News.

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From virality to duality, Abby can do it all, from singing to rapping and laying everything on the line.

 Additional reporting by Michael Mais Jr. 

Staten Island doesn’t always get the spotlight in New York-based hip-hop but when it does it tends to produce something legendary, like a certain nine-member rap group. And in a time where attention spans are short and trends move even faster, one artist is making sure her name sticks: Abby Jasmine

Long before viral buzz and algorithm-charged exposure, Abby was sharpening her skills in one of the most organic places imaginable: the church. With a father rooted deeply in gospel and musical tradition, she grew up surrounded by melody and message. It was there, among choirs and sermons, that Abby found both her first stage and first audience. 

As a youth, that foundation became fuel, and with a few friends and a lot of ambition, she formed a church rap group. Mixing harmonies and hard-hitting bars, what started as a simple creative outlet quickly gained momentum. By the late 2010s, Abby would tap into viral moments that introduced her style and sound to audiences beyond Shaolin.

However, Abby’s rise is not rooted in luck, but in pure skill that has been sharpened by life, faith, and a relentless drive to be heard. Her lyrics carry clarity, confidence, and depth, standing out in a digital era flooded with noise. Rather than chase co-signs or shortcuts, Abby is building a legacy on her own terms while doing it with grace, grit, and bars that hit.

In her Players Pass interview with Okayplayer, we step into Abby’s world as she opens up about her creative process, inspiration, and what it really takes to make timeless music in her favorite spot, the Cash Only Deli. “I grew up very community-based,” Abby shares. “But that also goes into how I like to make my music. I like to make a community with the producers, the songwriters, and just work with the same people.” Her approach to collaboration is rooted in trust and synergy, a sharp contrast to an internet-rooted culture of disunity that is prevalent in the music industry today.

When asked about her musical inspirations, Abby reflects on growth and perspective, pointing at SZA’s 2017 debut album as a blueprint of her own artistry. “I didn’t really understand Ctrl when it first came out,” she admits. “But now that I am older, I can really appreciate it.” finding new meaning in music once overlooked is a sign of evolution, not just as an artist, but as a woman navigating the world in real-time. That is evident in her song “Caught Up.”

Her creative process is one that is intentional. “When I get my own ideas, I have my own setup and crib when I go home,” Abby says. That sense of independence has become central to her artistry and allows her to carve out space to create on her own terms, without noise or pressure.

“My studio essentials are vibes, silence, and I don’t like so many people in the session,” she continues. For Abby, music is as much about space, energy, and staying tapped into something that is real as it is the sound.

Abby Jasmine is part of a new generation of artists who no longer need to wait for permission. She’s blending her past with her present, building a future where authenticity is louder than hype. And whether she’s going viral or staying lowkey, one thing’s for certain: she is here to stay.

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Medical Clinic Workers Fired After TikTok Video Mocking Patients Goes Viral

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Several healthcare workers at Sansum Clinic in Santa Barbara, California, were fired after a TikTok video surfaced showing them mocking patients in an exam room. The video, originally posted by a former employee, depicted staff posing with patients’ bodily fluids on exam tables, with captions like “Are patients allowed to leave you guys gifts?” and “Make sure you leave your healthcare workers sweet gifts like these.” The video quickly went viral, sparking outrage online and prompting Sutter Health, which operates the clinic, to take swift action.

Sutter Health confirmed that all employees involved in the video were terminated, emphasizing that the behavior violated their policies and disrespected patients. The health system stated, “Protecting the trust of those we serve is our highest priority, and when that trust is violated, we take swift action.”

The incident drew widespread condemnation on social media platforms like Reddit and Instagram, where users criticized the workers for their unprofessional conduct. One commenter on Reddit remarked, “No place for shaming the patient in medicine,” while another questioned the clinic’s culture that allowed such behavior.

The Los Angeles Times reported that Sansum Clinic was notified of the video by concerned patients and conducted a review, placing the employees on administrative leave within 24 hours and terminating them shortly after. Sutter Health reiterated their commitment to patient privacy and dignity, using the incident to reinforce their policies with all team members.

The Santa Barbara Independent noted that the video gained traction over Labor Day weekend, leading to a wave of negative reviews on the clinic’s Yelp page. Sutter Health stated that they are conducting a full investigation and that any staff associated with the content are on administrative leave pending the outcome.

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USC grads Nolan Kahal and Sean Morrissey reveal how they built SaunaBox, the Huntington Beach wellness startup endorsed by pro athletes.

Nolan Kahal and Sean Morrissey are the co-founders of SaunaBox, the Huntington Beach-based viral wellness startup that’s bringing the luxury of a steam room into your home. The young entrepreneurs are USC graduates and former NCAA athletes who started their company at just 25 years old and have created a brand that’s endorsed by professional athletes. In today’s episode, Kahal and Morrissey discuss how they came up with the brand, their biggest hurdles and highlights, and more.
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Aryna Sabalenka's Coach Makes Stance On Transgender Athletes Clear During US Open

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Aryna Sabalenka put on a clinic during Tuesday night’s match against Qinwen Zheng, winning in straight sets to advance to the semifinals of the US Open. 

One of Sabalenka’s coaches, Jason Stacy, went viral during Tuesday night’s match because he was wearing an “XX-XY” hat at Arthur Ashe Stadium. 

This hat was made by the XX-XY Athletics brand. Their goal is to protect women’s sports.

“It is simply undeniable that sex matters, especially in sport. It is the single biggest determinant of athletic performance,” the brand’s mission statement reads. “Men and women are different. It’s just a fact. Men have XY chromosomes and more testosterone which makes them stronger and faster.”

While some people support XX-XY Athletics, others believe Sabalenka’s coach is sending a bad message at the US Open, particularly towards the transgender community. 

“So what’s up with sabalenka’s coach’s transphobic hat,” one person said. 

Another person tweeted, “Is nobody really going to ask @SabalenkaA about her loser physio wearing that disgusting hat?”

“I love that Sabalenka’s coach is wearing that hat,” a third person wrote. 

It’s unlikely Sabalenka’s coach addresses all this backlash in the middle of the US Open. Perhaps he’ll field some questions after the tournament comes to an end. 

Sabalenka will be back in action at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Thursday night against Emma Navarro.  

Related: Tennis Star Aryna Sabalenka Turns Heads In Swimsuit Photos

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Fans of pro football—and fans of Jesus—likely know about big-name players who profess faith in Christ. But not all Christians in the NFL are household names…yet.

So in addition to high-profile Christian athletes who get lots of press? Let’s look at other football players who glorify God, both on and off the field.

Note: Last week, NFL teams had to cut their rosters to 53 players. So the careers of some of these athletes are now in flux.

RELATED: 9 Christian Football Players Who Glorify Jesus in the NFL

9 More NFL Players Who Are Christians

1. Tyson Bagent (Chicago Bears)

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Tyson Bagent, an undrafted quarterback from a Division II college, started four games his rookie year, after Justin Fields was injured. Bagent is known for his hard work, preparation, and strong faith in Jesus. Tyler Haines, who coached Bagent at Shepherd University, told CBS Sports the QB is “a faithful Christian churchgoer,” which “helps make him who he is.”

Bagent had limited playing time in 2024 as a backup. But the Bears recently rewarded him with a two-year, $10 million contract extension. That deal, which could stretch to $16 million with incentives, is life-changing, according to Bagent, 25.

Video went viral of the athlete telling reporters, “My dad is my right-hand man. He didn’t have running water until high school, so there’s definitely a lot of people I can certainly help with this gift I’ve been blessed with.” The West Virginia native added, “It’s certainly a weight off my shoulders and my family’s shoulders.”

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