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London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

Badenoch-supporting US rapper Azealia Banks to attend Spectator summer party in London

Azealia Banks announced she would attend the Spectator summer party in London on July 3, prompting a reply from editor Michael Gove.
Arsenal
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
10 hours ago

Chelsea brutally troll Arsenal on social media after Champions League final heartbreak

Chelsea posted a Stamford Bridge stadium-tour ad with Champions League trophy imagery to mock Arsenal’s Champions League final loss to PSG.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
10 hours ago

New York Times Hits Back At White House Spox's Denial on JD Vance Story

The New York Times defended reporting about J.D. Vance’s social-media behavior after White House communications director Steven Cheung denied a claimed staff interaction.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
14 hours ago

Snap alums unveil Ghost Angels fund | TechCrunch

Ghost Angels is a Snap alumni angel fund investing in pre-seed to seed AI social and consumer startups, planning to back at least 15 companies within a year.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
15 hours ago

When Rejection Sensitivity Becomes Self-Gaslighting

Rejection sensitivity amplifies ambiguous social cues into perceived rejection, driving self-doubt, self-gaslighting, and emotional self-invalidation.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
21 hours ago

I Run a Summer Camp. I Have One Piece of Advice for Parents Nervous About Sending Their Kids.

Facial-recognition photo sharing at overnight camp reduces anxiety but can intensify it when parents see upset images and interpret camp through social media and headlines.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The furniture rows at the heart of modern breakups, screentime swaps and the catnomics' of Japan's feline fixation

Multiple Guardian features examine how digital platforms, surveillance, and adult industries affect young people, relationships, and public life.
Bayern Munich
fromBavarian Football Works
1 day ago

Ranked: Where does Bayern Munich land among the world's most followed football clubs?

Bayern Munich ranks among the top clubs globally by total social media followers, trailing only Real Madrid and FC Barcelona.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago

See Photos of the 'Normal' Amount of Breast Milk This Mom Pumps: 'It's OK Not to Pump Gallons'

A Los Angeles doula shared her small pumping output to normalize typical amounts and reduce postpartum guilt and anxiety about milk supply.
Yoga
fromYoga Journal
1 day ago

This Yoga Trend Is Ruining Class for Everyone

Filming yoga classes shifts attention from inward practice to appearance, increasing self-consciousness and disrupting the experience for students and teachers.
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Mamdani-backed DSA challenger in NY House race branded Biden a 'rapist' and 'war criminal'

A far-left New York congressional hopeful previously called Joe Biden a rapist and war criminal on social media.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I Tried a Very Modern Method for Moving on From My Breakup. A Friend Thinks What I Did Crosses the Line.

Guilt about posting cheating-ex content centers on perceived responsibility, even when the cheating was not caused by the poster.
Marketing tech
fromTipRanks Financial
1 day ago

Williams-Sonoma price target raised to $230 from $225 at Argus - TipRanks.com

Williams-Sonoma received a raised $230 price target and Buy rating based on a strong e-commerce lead and industry-leading digital marketing and social media capabilities.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Blaugranes
1 day ago

Atletico fire back at Barcelona with 'offer' for Lamine Yamal in bizarre post amid Julian Alvarez transfer talk

Atletico Madrid posted satirical messages on X about a rumored Julian Alvarez transfer to Barcelona, using fake offers and claims of disinformation.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

When was the last time you just hung out with a friend? (And I don't mean a dinner booked two months in advance) | Brigid Delaney

Unstructured friend hangouts fade in adulthood, replaced by brief social-media connection that feels less nourishing than shared time.
London music
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

'There is no relief from this' - CMAT tells of 'deep sadness' over constant body shaming

Ongoing body shaming is tarnishing career success and worsening mental health as fame increases.
Books
fromFast Company
1 day ago

5 hard truths about changing yourself

Real self-transformation is messy, partial, uncertain, and often humiliating, requiring humility and an upside-down map rather than polished narratives.
Social media marketing
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Beyond the Ideal: Who Do We Compare Ourselves to Online?

Instagram vs reality posts reveal editing and promote authentic bodies, potentially disrupting unrealistic beauty standards and encouraging broader body appreciation.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Pop Psychology in the Age of Viral Advice

Social media increases access to mental health information, but pop psychology language is often oversimplified or misused, risking harm without context and transparency.
fromMail Online
1 week ago
Mental health

Why warm sunny weather could make you even sadder than the cold

Bright weather can worsen low mood by amplifying loneliness, comparison, and pressure to appear happy.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Pop Psychology in the Age of Viral Advice

Social media increases access to mental health information, but pop psychology language is often oversimplified or misused, risking harm without context and transparency.
Mental health
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Why warm sunny weather could make you even sadder than the cold

Bright weather can worsen low mood by amplifying loneliness, comparison, and pressure to appear happy.
#misinformation
Media industry
fromemptywheel
2 days ago

Why Stay on the World's 15th Most Popular Social Media Platform? - emptywheel

A balanced, informed media diet and real-life engagement counter misinformation, while stigmatizing X usage reduces its harmful influence.
Media industry
fromemptywheel
2 days ago

Why Stay on the World's 15th Most Popular Social Media Platform? - emptywheel

A balanced, informed media diet and real-life engagement counter misinformation, while stigmatizing X usage reduces its harmful influence.
Pets
fromAOL.com
2 days ago

Dogs Won't Let Owner's Work Hours Come Between Their Fetch Time - AOL

Border collies repeatedly interrupt work-from-home routines by demanding fetch with a tennis ball and direct attention to the owner.
Writing
fromBustle
2 days ago

Why Am I Jealous Of People With Jobs I'd Actually Hate?

Envy arises when curated online images make others seem to have lives you want, even when you don’t want their jobs or skills.
NYC food
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

Viral Verdict: Unfortunately, Yes - Dotcakes Are Worth The Wait In A Wild Line - Tasting Table

Dotcakes are single-serve mini-cakes with a rainbow nonpareil top layer, sold in limited locations and times, creating fast-moving demand and lines.
#first-amendment
Right-wing politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

$2 million and counting paid out in Charlie Kirk settlements

About 600 people faced firing or punishment for criticizing Charlie Kirk or downplaying his death, prompting multiple First Amendment lawsuits and settlements.
Law
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Tennessee man jailed over Charlie Kirk post wins $835,000 settlement

Tennessee will pay $835,000 to settle a lawsuit after a man was jailed for a month over Facebook memes about Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Tennessee man jailed over Charlie Kirk post wins $835,000 settlement

Tennessee will pay $835,000 to settle a lawsuit after a man was jailed for over a month for Facebook posts about Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
Right-wing politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

$2 million and counting paid out in Charlie Kirk settlements

About 600 people faced firing or punishment for criticizing Charlie Kirk or downplaying his death, prompting multiple First Amendment lawsuits and settlements.
Law
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Tennessee man jailed over Charlie Kirk post wins $835,000 settlement

Tennessee will pay $835,000 to settle a lawsuit after a man was jailed for a month over Facebook memes about Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Tennessee man jailed over Charlie Kirk post wins $835,000 settlement

Tennessee will pay $835,000 to settle a lawsuit after a man was jailed for over a month for Facebook posts about Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago

21 Awful Standards That Have Become "Normal" In Society, Even Though They Are Very, Very Toxic

Alcohol, education, appearance, healthcare, and communication norms create pressure that people must conform to expectations.
Graphic design
fromForbes
3 days ago

From Art And Science To Current Affairs: The 30 Under 30 Asia Content Creators Using Their Platforms To Educate And Entertain

Erika Richardo uses viral art on social media to inspire creativity and fund art education through a nonprofit.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Why learning a musical instrument could stave off brain rot' and help concentration

Formal musical training is associated with better attention and vigilance, helping young people stay focused during attention-demanding tasks.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

How Viral Media Coverage of High-Profile Texas Car Wrecks Influences Verdicts

Viral social media coverage of Texas car wrecks reshapes juror assumptions and settlement values through rapid, incomplete narratives.
Paris food
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Once booed at Cannes as frivolous', it's now clear that Marie Antoinette' foresaw the rise of the influencer

Marie Antoinette remains visually and culturally contemporary, with modern fame, femininity, and pop references that critics once misread as superficial.
Books
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

The Rise of the Sensitivity Reader

Sensitivity readers review manuscripts for potentially harmful depictions based on their own identity expertise, shaping publishing decisions and cultural representation.
Writing
fromjeffbullas.com
4 days ago

The Human Signal Manifesto in the AI Age - jeffbullas.com

Creation driven by human curiosity and real connection builds global readership without optimization or algorithms.
Digital life
fromTheSavvyGamer
4 days ago

The End of Posting Without Consequences - TheSavvyGamer

Online posts once felt disposable, but context collapse and non-ephemeral sharing now make digital traces consequential for reputations and opportunities.
#free-speech
fromBoston.com
4 days ago
US news

Woman fired by Indiana university over Charlie Kirk post to receive $225,000 legal settlement

Higher education
fromFortune
4 days ago

Ball State fired her over a private Facebook post on Charlie Kirk. Now it's paying $225,000 | Fortune

A fired Indiana university employee will receive $225,000 after a settlement found her termination for a Facebook post violated free-speech rights.
Higher education
fromABC7 Chicago
4 days ago

Woman fired by Indiana university over Charlie Kirk post to receive $225K legal settlement

A fired university employee will receive $225,000 after a settlement finding her termination for a Facebook post violated free-speech rights.
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Woman fired from Indiana university over Charlie Kirk post wins $225,000 settlement

A fired university employee will receive $225,000 after a settlement finding her termination for a private Facebook post violated free speech rights.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago
US news

Woman fired by Indiana university over Charlie Kirk post to receive $225,000 legal settlement

Higher education
fromFortune
4 days ago

Ball State fired her over a private Facebook post on Charlie Kirk. Now it's paying $225,000 | Fortune

A fired Indiana university employee will receive $225,000 after a settlement found her termination for a Facebook post violated free-speech rights.
Higher education
fromABC7 Chicago
4 days ago

Woman fired by Indiana university over Charlie Kirk post to receive $225K legal settlement

A fired university employee will receive $225,000 after a settlement finding her termination for a Facebook post violated free-speech rights.
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Woman fired from Indiana university over Charlie Kirk post wins $225,000 settlement

A fired university employee will receive $225,000 after a settlement finding her termination for a private Facebook post violated free speech rights.
fromThe Independent
4 days ago

Russell Crowe hits out at claims he angrily confronted fans in Paris

“Stay where you are, don't f***ing push in on me,” Crowe said. “I'll come to you. Give everybody space.” To reiterate his seriousness, he added: “As soon as somebody is a d***, I'm gone. You got me? We clear?” Crowe can then be seen signing portraits of many of his old films, including Gladiator.
Berlin
Social media marketing
fromwww.forbes.com
5 days ago

5 Personal Branding Habits That Beat Chasing Followers

Visibility increases attention, but credibility comes from intentional, clear, consistent personal value propositions and alignment with how others perceive you.
Social media marketing
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Meet the online superfans who turned their Stan Twitter experience into full-time social media jobs

Participatory fandom can build digital skills that translate into professional social strategy and talent roles.
NYC parents
fromNew York Daily News
6 days ago

Devastated family of Brooklyn boy, 14, who died subway surfing begs other teens to stop

Subway surfing for social media clout can lead to tragic death, and families urge people to stop immediately and choose safer alternatives.
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Ebola and hantavirus outbreaks prompt raft of conspiracy theories in divided US

Conspiracy theories spread rapidly during outbreaks, framing Ebola and hantavirus as bioweapons, plots, or false flags, often blaming disliked groups and linking cures to unrelated claims.
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 week ago

Reddit stock drops almost 6% after Meta launches standalone app for online forums

Forum, launched as a test app on Apple's iOS, is part of Facebook Groups. Analysts at Truist wrote in a note on Friday that it's "an attempt by the company to compete against Reddit as an online forum for public discourse" and "represents a new threat." Reddit's stock is now down almost 40% this year despite a strengthening online ad business.
Online Community Development
Social media marketing
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Beyond Algorithmic Echo Chambers: The Rise of Authentic Lifestyle Communities in Europe's Creator Economy

Audiences are rejecting polished, engagement-driven feeds and moving toward platforms that reward honest, transparent creator recommendations.
Relationships
fromAddictiveTips
1 week ago

What Does WYLL Mean? Definition, Uses, and Replies

WYLL means “what do you look like?” and is used to ask for someone’s appearance, usually via a photo or description.
Photography
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Brendan O'Connor: Kids, smile for the camera - you don't know how quickly things are going to change

Millions of photos are taken as people try to capture fleeting sunny moments before they disappear.
#satire
Roam Research
fromNature
1 week ago

NoTrue, Silence and Rubbish Communications: satirical journals give Chinese academics a pressure valve

A failed western blot image inspired a satirical “Rubbish” journal where junior researchers publish useless or unexplainable research results for free.
Roam Research
fromNature
1 week ago

NoTrue, Silence and Rubbish Communications: satirical journals give Chinese academics a pressure valve

A failed western blot image inspired a satirical “Rubbish” journal where junior researchers publish useless or unexplainable research results for free.
LGBT
fromQueerty
11 months ago

Who wears short shorts? Guys are showing off their 5-inch inseams - Queerty

Short shorts and hot pants are resurging, celebrated by LGBTQ+ communities and celebrities for showing more skin and challenging outdated masculinity norms.
#artificial-intelligence
Higher education
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Why College Students Are Booing AI

Students boo commencement speakers when AI is mentioned, but the boos do not necessarily reflect broad hostility toward AI among graduates.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Higher education

Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt booed after AI remarks at Arizona commencement

AI and modern information technologies connect people while isolating them and destabilizing public life, prompting rational fears among new workers.
Higher education
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Why College Students Are Booing AI

Students boo commencement speakers when AI is mentioned, but the boos do not necessarily reflect broad hostility toward AI among graduates.
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt booed after AI remarks at Arizona commencement

AI and modern information technologies connect people while isolating them and destabilizing public life, prompting rational fears among new workers.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Excessive social media 'negatively impacts wellbeing'

Excessive social media use correlates with reduced wellbeing, especially among under-25s in Western countries.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Anne Hathaway, Martin Scorsese, Charlie XCX... Hollywood lands on Letterboxd: An impossible romance?

In 2011, Karl von Randow and Matt Buchanan, two tech-loving New Zealand film buffs, launched Letterboxd, a movie review and rating app inspired by Goodreads, the platform that does the same for books. For several years, they juggled this small project with their work at a web design studio. Then came the Covid-19 pandemic. In March 2020, they hired their first full-time employee, and with the world confined to their homes, their user base exploded.
Social media marketing
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

NYC Mayor Mamdani launches Twitch show to answer New Yorkers' questions

A New York City mayor launched a recurring cross-platform Twitch livestream to answer residents’ questions in real time and reach younger voters.
Film
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The No. 1 Movie on Netflix Is Every Parent's Worst Nightmare

A Netflix documentary uses Mackenzie Shirilla’s social media imagery to frame a teen crash case and spark debate over context, innocence, and remorse.
#venture-capital
Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 week ago

How Instagram Became A Venture Capital Deal Engine

Consistent investor content builds a searchable philosophy archive, compresses relationship-building, and creates competitive advantage beyond traditional network access.
fromFuturism
1 week ago
Venture

Marc Andreessen Goes Ballistic Over Video Making Fun of Him

Ragebait on X can provoke billionaire venture capitalists into public, angry attacks that amplify rival marketing and parody campaigns.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 week ago

How Instagram Became A Venture Capital Deal Engine

Consistent investor content builds a searchable philosophy archive, compresses relationship-building, and creates competitive advantage beyond traditional network access.
Marketing
fromForbes
1 week ago

Why Communicators Are Moonlighting As Creative Directors

Creative direction, design, and copywriting are increasingly used in communications to break through crowded attention environments.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Meta settles major social media addiction lawsuit with school district

Meta agreed to settle a Kentucky school district lawsuit over alleged addictive social media design harming children, without disclosing settlement terms.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

'Welcome to the world Winnie' - Bonnie Ryan announces birth of baby daughter

Ryan shared the news of her pregnancy with the world in December with another social media post. She wrote: "Looks like we made it." "We've waited for this moment, and finally here we are and, halfway cooked," she said. "So much love, gratitude and excitement for what's to come. Sending love and luck to anyone on a TTC [Trying to Conceive] journey," she added.
Parenting
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

Indian Gen Zers turn online parody account into political movement: the Cockroach Janta Party | Fortune

A parody cockroach political party spread rapidly on social media, using absurd humor to channel young Indians’ frustration over corruption, unemployment, and political dysfunction.
Law
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

One of Meta's big legal reckonings just ended in a settlement

Meta settled a Kentucky school district lawsuit over alleged teen mental-health harms from social media, following similar settlements by YouTube, Snap, and TikTok.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

A Department of Justice for an Age of Conspiracy Theories

DOJ has shifted from fact-based courtroom rebuttals to active participation in conspiracy-theory narratives, funding alleged “lawfare” victims and amplifying outrage online.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Turkey: DW's Alican Uludag released, but trial continues

Proceedings against Deutsche Welle reporter Alican Uludag continue after release from detention, with a next court date set for September 18.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is launching a Twitch series

With the launch of 'Talk with the People' we're bringing City Hall to the platforms where New Yorkers already are - speaking directly with the people. By launching the country's first recurring cross-platform stream hosted by an elected official, where I'll answer New Yorkers' questions live on Twitch, we're opening up a direct line of conversation between our government and the people, especially younger generations who've been ignored for too long.
New York City
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'It keeps me in touch with life': The London artist still working at 103

Anthony Eyton, a 103-year-old painter, prepares for the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition and uses painting and Instagram to stay connected to life.
#transgender-rights
Women in technology
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

"Stop putting hits on her head": Elon Musk's baby's mother slams him for endangering trans daughter - LGBTQ Nation

Transphobic posts about Vivian Wilson by Elon Musk are said to endanger her and increase threats toward her family, prompting Ashley St. Clair’s condemnation.
Women in technology
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

"Stop putting hits on her head": Elon Musk's baby's mother slams him for endangering trans daughter - LGBTQ Nation

Transphobic posts about Vivian Wilson by Elon Musk are said to endanger her and increase threats toward her family, prompting Ashley St. Clair’s condemnation.
Arsenal
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Watch: Arsenal players party outside Emirates Stadium at 5am in wild title celebrations

Arsenal celebrated winning the Premier League title after 22 years with early-morning appearances, fan interactions, and social media tributes.
Law
fromABA Journal
1 week ago

7th Circuit upholds 'Are We Dating the Same Guy?' ruling, muses sanctions for 'fictitious' citations

A 7th Circuit panel affirmed dismissal of defamation and related claims tied to Facebook posts on “Are We Dating the Same Guy?” and considered sanctions for frivolous and fictitious citations.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
1 week ago

Pete Crow-Armstrong Regrets His "Poor Word Choice," and the Impact on Women and Young Fans - Bleacher Nation

Pete Crow-Armstrong regrets his word choice in a fan altercation and acknowledges the impact on women and children watching.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Jon Stewart on Trump's visit with Xi: All you came back with was his Instagram?'

Trump returned from China and immediately posted on social media, while hosts mocked his approach to Xi Jinping and questioned the value of his claims and advice.
Social media marketing
fromtheregister
1 week ago

X limits hot takes from freeloaders to 50 a day

X imposes daily technical limits on unverified accounts, restricting posting, messaging, email changes, and following behavior unless users pay for premium.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Commentary: Spencer Pratt's Make L.A. Great Again acolytes and their dark vision of the city

Spencer Pratt’s campaign relies on insults, doomsday messaging, and an echo chamber rather than inclusive outreach or a constructive vision for Los Angeles.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
1 week ago

Carson Daly Jokes He and His 13-Year-Old Daughter Don't Speak ... But They Do Snapchat

A father uses teen-focused communication, including Snapchat, to connect with his 13-year-old daughter and stay engaged as she grows.
Photography
fromWAKA 8
1 week ago

What The Tech App of the Day: BeReal - WAKA 8

BeReal uses daily random prompts and simultaneous dual-camera capture to encourage unedited, authentic sharing and build a timeline of ordinary moments.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

JB Pritzker laughs along with commenter who mocked his 1993 Pride parade outfit - LGBTQ Nation

Pritzker embraced a joke about his 1993 Pride shorts while continuing to defend LGBTQ+ and especially transgender youth rights.
Washington Wizards
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

WNBA Called Out for Shunning Caitlin Clark in Promotional Image and Instead Showing Photo of a Bench Player

WNBA promo posts for Sunday games used Fever and other stars instead of Caitlin Clark despite her higher viewership impact.
Photography
fromMedium
2 weeks ago

What do you do if your best design work is a small project?

Small, high-impact work can be translated into measurable value by describing the problem in detail rather than inflating scale.
Digital life
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

You May Be Guilty Of This 1 Thing Boomers Do All The Time Without Even Realizing

Urgent, context-free “bad news” texts from boomers often trigger panic because recipients lack details, even when the situation is less serious than implied.
Psychology
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

We talked to 12 tarot card readers who are using AI. They split in 2 camps, with big implications for the technology | Fortune

AI is increasingly used to interpret tarot, reshaping readings while risking advice that lacks personal context and historical knowledge.
fromUnofficial Networks
2 weeks ago

How To Find Ski and Snowboard Buddies When You Don't Know Anyone

If you want to go on a ski or snowboard trip but don't know anyone who would join you, a good first step is searching your local area for an established club or group. Most cities have organizations built around various hobbies to facilitate community, and skiing and snowboarding are no exceptions. These groups often use Facebook or Instagram to spread the word and tend to be welcoming by nature, making it easy to connect with like-minded people and join organized outings.
Snowboarding
Digital life
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Louise McSharry: Blanket social media ban for under-16s is like punishing them for someone else's crime

Children should not be denied social media’s benefits because adults have not forced big tech to prioritize online safety.
fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago

Xbox Is Rebranding Itself, Sort Of

Earlier this week, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma put the following question to fans on social media: "Xbox" or "XBOX"? Out of the 19,176 votes cast, all caps XBOX was the clear winner with 64.8% of the total. Now, Microsoft has seemingly taken that to heart by rebranding the Xbox account on X with all-caps XBOX.
Games
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Trans beauty influencer turns the tables on her haters in major TV talk show clapback - LGBTQ Nation

Online mockery is reframed as support that increases views and income, turning harassment into motivation and financial success.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

A billionaire, a taco, reality TV: the top 4 attack lines in California's elections

Candidates in California’s major primaries are intensifying last-week attacks, using debate moments and social media jabs to sway voters in crowded gubernatorial and mayoral races.
#tech-addiction
Education
fromRAPPLER
2 weeks ago

Big Tech turns to Sesame Street, Girl Scouts to deflect scrutiny over kids' screen time

Meta and Google sponsor children’s brands to promote moderated tech use while their apps are designed to make it hard for kids to unplug.
Marketing
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Meta and Google fund kids' brands with millions as critics highlight social media risk

Meta and Google sponsored children’s brands to promote moderated technology use while their apps were designed to make unplugging difficult.
Education
fromRAPPLER
2 weeks ago

Big Tech turns to Sesame Street, Girl Scouts to deflect scrutiny over kids' screen time

Meta and Google sponsor children’s brands to promote moderated tech use while their apps are designed to make it hard for kids to unplug.
Marketing
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Meta and Google fund kids' brands with millions as critics highlight social media risk

Meta and Google sponsored children’s brands to promote moderated technology use while their apps were designed to make unplugging difficult.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Man Charged With Posting Bomb Instructions Used in New Orleans Attack

A former Army combat engineer was charged for sharing step-by-step explosive-making instructions online linked to explosives used in a New Orleans terrorist attack.
#nfl
New England Patriots
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Chargers couldn't resist making references to Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini in schedule video

Chargers’ 2026 schedule release video uses Halo-themed jokes referencing the Vrabel-Russini controversy and related media coverage.
Los Angeles Rams
fromBleacherreport
2 weeks ago

NFL's Memo on Team Schedule Memes, Videos Revealed Ahead of 2026 Releases

NFL schedule releases rely on club-created memes and videos, with the league amplifying content while advising teams to keep personal content clean.
New England Patriots
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Chargers couldn't resist making references to Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini in schedule video

Chargers’ 2026 schedule release video uses Halo-themed jokes referencing the Vrabel-Russini controversy and related media coverage.
Los Angeles Rams
fromBleacherreport
2 weeks ago

NFL's Memo on Team Schedule Memes, Videos Revealed Ahead of 2026 Releases

NFL schedule releases rely on club-created memes and videos, with the league amplifying content while advising teams to keep personal content clean.
Intellectual property law
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

He says Kim Kardashian ruined his life with one Instagram post. Now he owes her six figures

A mistaken identity post linked the wrong Ivan Cantu to a Texas death row case, leading to a lawsuit and a legal-fee ruling.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Blaugranes
2 weeks ago

'Another reason to be proud of him' - Lamine Yamal defended by Spain's Prime Minster after Barcelona star criticised for waving Palestine flag

Lamine Yamal’s flag-waving drew criticism from Israel’s defense minister, while another official defended it as solidarity with Palestine.
Pets
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Amazon delivery driver caught on doorbell camera stealing family cat is spared prison

A delivery driver who took a family cat avoided immediate custody after a suspended prison sentence and returned the pet after viral footage prompted backlash.
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