Reddit turns 15: The dramatic moments that shaped the internet's front page

It may seem like it has been part of the internet landscape forever, but Reddit — which turns 15 Tuesday — is a mere teenager. An uncoordinated, gangly teenager that still struggles with its size, its group of friends, and truly damning content in its browser history. 

On its best days, Reddit in 2020 is exactly what its founders wished for in 2005: It's the front page of the internet. While Facebook and Twitter have us stuck in silos, unfollowing those we don't agree with, Reddit's up-and-down votes are truly global. On any given day, the most upvoted stories are a mix of the inspiring, the edifying and, of course, cute animals. News discussions are generally thoughtful and filter-bubble-free. Popular subreddits have helped users out of debt (r/personalfinance), taught them to build anything (r/DIY), and fostered self-awareness in society's most self-centered people Read more...