Fans pay respects after beloved VTuber Illy dies of cystic fibrosis

Illy was a popular VTuber from Scotland who openly shared her experiences living with cystic fibrosis. This genetic condition causes a buildup of thick mucus in the lungs and digestive system, leading to breathing difficulties, frequent infections, and problems with nutrient absorption.

Rare Ross seal photographed underwater during Antarctic expedition

Hofman explained that Ross seals are elusive creatures, living deep within the icy waters of Antarctica. Because they’re rarely seen, scientists don’t know much about how they live. In his 15 years working in Antarctica, Hofman has only spotted these seals twice, and this was his second sighting.

Silent Hill f’s Hinako actress has finally beat the game after two months of streaming

So, I was playing this horror game recently, and it was wild knowing the person behind the main character! Kato, the voice actress, did way more than just the voice work – she did the face scanning and all the motion capture. She started streaming herself playing it on her YouTube channel on October 24th, 2025, which was kinda meta, seeing her experience the nightmare she helped build. Even though she was only streaming in Japanese without subtitles, people from all over the world were tuning in to watch! It was seriously cool.