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fromInsideHook
18 hours ago

Where Have All the Good Memes Gone?

"Baby boo syndrome," a viral meme trend based on a YoungBoy Never Broke Again song lyric, exemplifies the internet's continued struggle between creating engaging content and producing low-quality, repetitive material that fatigues audiences.
#viral-marketing
fromFast Company
2 hours ago
Silicon Valley food

Burger King drags McDonald's with new video of its president taking a bigger bite of a burger

McDonald's CEO faced viral mockery for appearing uncomfortable while sampling the Big Arch burger, prompting Burger King to capitalize on the moment by showcasing its president enthusiastically eating the updated Whopper.
fromAxios
1 week ago
Marketing

The viral Dr Pepper moment that didn't come from marketing

A viral Dr Pepper jingle by Bingham produced swift brand deals, national attention, and showed institutions responding rapidly to culture shaped by Black creators.
Silicon Valley food
fromFast Company
2 hours ago

Burger King drags McDonald's with new video of its president taking a bigger bite of a burger

McDonald's CEO faced viral mockery for appearing uncomfortable while sampling the Big Arch burger, prompting Burger King to capitalize on the moment by showcasing its president enthusiastically eating the updated Whopper.
#ai-generated-content
fromBored Panda
1 day ago
Social media marketing

Model Calls Out Fashion Brand For Plagiarizing Her Likeness With AI Photos In Controversial Ad

fromFuturism
2 days ago
Social media marketing

Meta Reels Is Filling Up With AI Slop of Faith Healers Performing Miraculous Cures

fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
US news

Brady Tkachuk decries White House's AI video of him insulting Canadians after US gold

Brady Tkachuk denied involvement with an AI-generated White House video falsely depicting him insulting Canadians, clarifying the fabricated content does not represent his views or voice.
fromCNET
2 weeks ago
Digital life

AI Is Taking Over Social Media, but Only 44% of People Are Confident They Can Spot It, CNET Finds

Most US social media users encounter AI-created content, yet less than half can reliably distinguish real from AI-generated photos and videos.
Social media marketing
fromBored Panda
1 day ago

Model Calls Out Fashion Brand For Plagiarizing Her Likeness With AI Photos In Controversial Ad

Content creator Melanie Kieback accused a fashion brand of using AI to generate a lookalike model based on her image, outfit, and physical features from her 2023 photoshoot.
Social media marketing
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Meta Reels Is Filling Up With AI Slop of Faith Healers Performing Miraculous Cures

AI-generated faith healer videos depicting graphic miracle healings are proliferating across Meta platforms, accumulating millions of views and spreading misinformation about spiritual healing.
fromCNET
2 weeks ago
Digital life

AI Is Taking Over Social Media, but Only 44% of People Are Confident They Can Spot It, CNET Finds

#misinformation
fromNieman Lab
1 day ago
Roam Research

After Mexico's most-wanted cartel leader was killed, OSINT helped fuel both clarity and confusion online

El Mencho's death triggered widespread misinformation on social media, with false claims reaching millions despite OSINT's potential to verify or debunk information.
fromsfist.com
5 days ago
SF politics

Mayor Lurie Says DSA Protesters Were Chanting Tax the Jews,' But It Was Just One Unassociated Lady Passing By

Mayor Daniel Lurie falsely claimed protesters chanted 'Tax the Jews' at a Wednesday event, but video evidence debunks the claim, and the misinformation spread widely before correction.
fromNieman Lab
1 day ago
Roam Research

After Mexico's most-wanted cartel leader was killed, OSINT helped fuel both clarity and confusion online

fromsfist.com
5 days ago
SF politics

Mayor Lurie Says DSA Protesters Were Chanting Tax the Jews,' But It Was Just One Unassociated Lady Passing By

Parenting
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago

Grandparents Meet Grandbaby for the First Time ... You'll Never Believe What Happens Next

A family prank video showing a fake baby drop during grandparents' first meeting with their newborn went viral with 35 million Instagram views, using a doll instead of the real infant.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Premier League deletes Vicario social media post

The Premier League deleted a social media post mocking Tottenham goalkeeper Vicario after fan backlash and an official club complaint about the league mocking its own teams.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump Shares 41 Gushing Posts About His Home Run' State of the Union, Including From Megyn Kelly and Sean Spicer

Trump shared 41 social media posts celebrating his State of the Union address, with supporters using baseball metaphors like home run and grand slam to describe the speech.
Pets
fromAol
4 days ago

NYC Shelter's Video of Adoptable Dogs Choosing Their Humans Will Have You in Tears

Animal Care Centers of NYC recreated a viral AI dog adoption video trend as a real event where rescue dogs chose their adoptive families, resulting in successful adoptions despite a blizzard.
NYC politics
fromFortune
4 days ago

New York City cops actually arrested someone for getting in a snowball fight with them | Fortune

A content creator was arrested for pelting police officers with snow and ice during an organized snowball fight in Washington Square Park, charged with obstructing governmental administration and harassment.
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Shocking viral video shows trucker attacking gay motorcyclist - LGBTQ Nation

Freddy Bray, a 60-year-old man who allegedly harassed an LGBTQ+-identified motorcyclist for about five minutes - even seemingly grabbing him in a shocking viral TikTok video that has been viewed over 1.8 million times - was reportedly convicted of a misdemeanor assault charge and punished with one year of probation.
SF LGBT
US news
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Brady Tkachuk miffed over White House AI-doctored video

Brady Tkachuk rejected an AI-doctored White House video falsely depicting him disparaging Canadians, clarifying the fabricated content does not represent his actual words or beliefs.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Threads is testing a shortcut to quickly start DM conversations | TechCrunch

Threads is testing a 'DM me' shortcut that generates hyperlinks in posts to streamline direct messaging initiation without navigating to profiles.
#racist-abuse
Marketing
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

'Ballerina Farm' announced her 9th pregnancy - in a protein ad

Hannah Neeleman announced her ninth pregnancy through a protein powder advertisement featuring ballet performances and a revealed baby bump.
#cultural-appropriation
#racism
Marketing
fromItsnicethat
in 2 weeks

"You're well within your right to gatekeep your online voice"

Develop and protect a personal brand while collaborating with a studio by selectively sharing work, creating strong mockups, and building visibility both online and offline.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Lauds US Olympic Hockey Team's Gold Medal: 'WOW!'

President Donald Trump praised the U.S. men's hockey team's 2-1 overtime Olympic gold over Canada on Truth Social, celebrating the first U.S. men's gold since 1980.
Coffee
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

The Dutch Bros Straw Theory Customers Can't Stop Debating - Tasting Table

Dutch Bros straw colors are rumored online to signal customer traits, but employees report straws are selected at random and there is no hard evidence.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Methuen woman searching for her wedding dress after dry cleaner mix-up

I opened it, and it was wrapped in so much plastic - I was just in shock,
US news
Media industry
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Orality Theory of Everything

Declining literacy and a shift back toward oral, socially mediated communication via social media may be reshaping consciousness and producing wide-ranging social effects.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Are we really overdiagnosing mental illness?

Self-diagnosis and concept creep have contributed to increased reports of ADHD and mental health conditions, producing some genuine rises and some overdiagnosis.
Pets
fromCalifornia Post
1 week ago

Baby's got back: Meet groomer behind the BBL craze - for pooches

A San Diego groomer sculpts dogs' rear fur to mimic Brazilian Butt Lifts, creating controversial 'BBL' haircuts that attract strong social media attention.
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

Experts Reveal Why Trump's Strategy For Keeping MAGA Followers Devoted Is Working

Truth Social operates as an echo chamber that reinforces existing beliefs and amplifies extreme political perspectives.
fromAdirondack Explorer
1 week ago

Explorer job opening: Digital editor & audience engagement lead - Adirondack Explorer

The digital editor is responsible for the daily digital presence of Adirondack Explorer. This role ensures our journalism reaches the widest possible audience through savvy social media management, high-performing newsletters, and meticulous website oversight. You will be the primary bridge between our deep-dive reporting and our community of readers, donors and Adirondack enthusiasts. Primary responsibilities 1. Social media & community management
Social media marketing
Music
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Viral dancing influencer TJ talks how dance shaped his entire being | amNewYork

Street performances and online videos turned TJ's community-centered dancing into accessible, collaborative public movement rooted in New York energy.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Influencers want to adopt the 'analog lifestyle' for 2026. Here's how to join them

At the dawn of 2026, social media influencers at home and abroad proclaimed it the year of the "analog lifestyle," a call to reduce digital connectivity as smart tech and screen time dominate a person's attention span. Selly Tan, an influencer from California, said people are "craving something real again," and vowed to print her photos, read more books and magazines and take up hobbies that don't need Wi-Fi.
Digital life
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Last year I read 137 books': could setting targets help you put down your phone and pick up a book?

Public tracking and gamified reading goals risk turning reading into a competitive, metric-driven activity that can undermine enjoyment, deep engagement and sustainable reading habits.
Digital life
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Why fake AI videos of UK urban decline are taking over social media

AI-generated deepfakes depicting urban decay and immigrant-linked crime spread widely on social platforms, fueling racist backlash and divisive political narratives.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Asking for a friend: I found out the guy I've been seeing has been publicly shamed for cheating online. I feel so humiliated. How do I move on?

I've been seeing this guy for the last two months. The other day, I found out that he was posted about in a social media group, and I found out by lots of my friends texting me to tell me what had happened. The comments were horrific, saying that he was well known for using cocaine and cheating on ex-girlfriends. I didn't want to believe it but some girls shared screenshots of what he was sending them as recently as the last couple of weeks.
Relationships
fromInvestor's Business Daily
1 week ago

AppLovin Stock Rallies After Rough Start To Year. Here's Why.

AppLovin (APP) stock climbed Friday following a report that the advertising technology company is pursuing plans for a new social media platform.
Business
Parenting
fromHuffPost
1 week ago

The Funniest Tweets From Parents This Week

Parents share children's hilarious quips across social platforms, compiled weekly into a lighthearted roundup that spreads joy and entertains subscribers.
Fashion & style
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

How boxer Claressa Shields became the main event

Claressa Shields balances elite boxing success, viral celebrity attention, and a high-profile relationship while maintaining rigorous training and personal routines.
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

Green Acres Mall on Long Island becomes the latest mall to fall victim to social media-inspired "takeovers"

Next thing you know, I can't come in and go out of the mall. Like, we got we got locked in Akira for two hours, Hurley said.
US news
fromMindful
1 week ago

W.A.I.T. a Minute: A Practice to Pause Before You Post on Social Media

A simple mindful practice that can slow down emotional reaction, invite a breath, and encourage you to pause before you post. Social media has made it easy to broadcast our thoughts and feelings far and wide in an instant. At the same time, we often don't even consider the huge numbers of people who will read what we share. How many friends do you have across your socials? 300 to 400? 500 plus? How often do you really pause before you post?
Mindfulness
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

The Viral Relationship Prank About Asking Permission to Eat

If it isn't already obvious, you probably shouldn't tell your partner what they can or cannot eat. While this should be clear under any circumstances, you especially should not do it at a restaurant in front of your waiter - but leave it to social media to test that. In a viral new trend gaining millions of likes, women on social media are asking their male partners if they can order something specific in front of their waiters, giving the impression that they usually ask their partner for their approval before ordering certain dishes. In a viral new trend gaining millions of likes, women on social media are asking their
Relationships
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

Excerpt from 'The Cradle of Citizenship' by James Traub - Harvard Gazette

The same deep forces that afflict many Western nations have wrenched us apart: the transition to a postindustrial economy and the attendant erosion of working-class security, the demographic shift toward a "majority minority" nation, the cultural upheaval that has dethroned men, and especially white men, from their age-old dominance - and the rise of entrepreneurs of outrage eager to exploit all that free-floating anger.
Education
#mary-trump
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
US politics

Trump relative got tired of being told to change her name so she suggested a new name for Donald - LGBTQ Nation

fromQueerty
1 week ago
US politics

Mary Trump makes chilling observation about her crazy uncle & her deceased grandmother - Queerty

fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
US politics

Trump relative got tired of being told to change her name so she suggested a new name for Donald - LGBTQ Nation

fromQueerty
1 week ago
US politics

Mary Trump makes chilling observation about her crazy uncle & her deceased grandmother - Queerty

Social media marketing
fromPR Daily
1 week ago

How to build a strong social media foundation - PR Daily

Clear content systems, defined tools, and roles enable social teams to produce consistent, engaging content and empower contributors.
US news
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Mark Zuckerberg testifies in social media addiction trial that Meta just wants Instagram to be 'useful'

Mark Zuckerberg testified in a trial over social media addiction, asserting Meta prioritizes utility over increasing user time despite internal engagement goals.
fromQueerty
1 week ago

The latest transvestigation into Erika Kirk & JD Vance is so stupid it might melt your brain - Queerty

The world of transvestigators is a sick, sad, and sorry place to live. But for those of us privileged enough to only glance at it from our car windows, it holds a strange fascination. How can so many people be so psychotically wrong about so many things, all while managing to completely miss the bigger picture? How has this conspiracy theory become so compelling as to overtake the front page conspiracy theory-turned-reality that actually exists?
LGBT
World politics
fromHer Campus
1 week ago

HOW SOCIAL MEDIA IS CHANGING THE WAY WE DO POLITICS

Social media rapidly spreads headlines, videos, and comments that shape political opinions and encourage civic engagement among users.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Mark Zuckerberg testifies in social media addiction trial

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg appeared in a Los Angeles court on Wednesday, where he testified in a trial that has put his company in the spotlight over social media's harmful effects on children. A California woman who used Meta's Instagram and Google's YouTube as a child has said the apps fueled her depression and suicidal thoughts. The plaintiff started using YouTube at age six, Instagram at 11, then TikTok and Snapchat.
Mental health
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
1 week ago

Reddit Shares Insight into Rising World Cup DIscussion

Reddit shows rising World Cup conversation and provides marketers audience insights, cross-category opportunities, and high-value subreddits to target for fan engagement.
fromTODAY.com
1 week ago

The 8 Hottest Baby Name Trends This Year

Baby naming is big business. In the pre-internet days, there were books filled with names and their origins and meanings. Then perhaps driven by '80s babies who remember what it's like to be in a homeroom with two other Jennifers, lists of names became popular online. These days, parents turn to social media, apps and even baby name consultants to help them choose the perfect name for their little one.
Parenting
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

For a healthy break, don't check your ex's social media

Studies in the field of cyberpsychology and human behavior tend to link "ex-partner surveillance" on social media with poorer emotional recovery after breakups, including higher levels of distress, stronger longing, and less personal growth. "These findings are indicators that individuals haven't let go," said Michelle Drouin, a professor of psychology at Purdue University Fort Wayne, Indiana, US. "That impedes recovery and increases the emotional trauma, or the connection to the past partner."
Psychology
Social media marketing
fromAdExchanger
1 week ago

Influence, At Half The Cost; Are ChatGPT Ads On Target? | AdExchanger

Brands increasingly use influencer and creator marketing and social media to reach younger customers as TV loses mass reach and ad blocking rises.
US news
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Ryan Garcia has the fame, but can he win a boxing world title?

Ryan Garcia is a wealthy, influential boxer determined to win world championships to earn respect and complete his professional career.
Digital life
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Government to confirm plans for social media age ban - but critics call strategy 'half-cocked'

Irish Government plans to restrict social media use for under-16s and prioritize EU-wide age verification during its European Presidency, while denying a teenage smartphone ban.
Psychology
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Want a healthy breakup? Quit spying on your ex-partner!

Checking an ex's social media after a breakup prolongs emotional pain and hinders recovery.
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Trump Ally Jason Miller Attacks His Paternity Case Judge In Social Media Blast - Above the Law

Jason Miller was all set to be the White House communications director for the first Trump administration when news circulated that he'd had an affair with fellow campaign staffer, Arlene "AJ" Delgado. Delgado has a 7-year-old son that she contends belongs to Miller. The pair have spent the better part of a decade now litigating all over the place, from sex discrimination claims in New York federal court to paternity and child support claims floating around Florida.
US politics
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Smiling students proudly spell out "hateful" slur during school assembly - LGBTQ Nation

Ten Redwood High seniors spelled a homophobic slur on t-shirts during a school assembly, prompting viral backlash and disciplinary action by the district.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

What are other countries doing to curb children's social media access?

Ireland has launched an investigation into X and ministers such as Tánaiste Simon Harris support banning social media for children under-16 over mental health concerns.
Media industry
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Apple Martin Doesn't Need the Internet to Like Her

Apple Martin denies being expelled or a bully and rejects online rumors about her behavior and school status.
Mindfulness
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

A binge and a prayer: Italian monks told to avoid Netflix and social media

Monks at the Camaldoli hermitage should avoid social media and streaming, preserving their rooms for prayer, sacred reading, and contemplative life.
#snapchat
Photography
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Eye on the Hills: Photographer's work on Oakland-area wildlife lift spirits

Jim Roach shares wildlife photography on Nextdoor, uplifting neighbors and receiving rapid community support after a robbery while gaining widespread recognition.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Magnesium: Can this 'miracle mineral' really help us sleep?

"We are sending our supplies all over the world," Andrew Goring, manager director of Lonsdale Health, explains. "Around the UK, obviously, but also to Australia, parts of Asia, Kuwait, Iraq. "
Health
fromNature
2 weeks ago

The science influencers going viral on TikTok to fight misinformation

One of Simon Clark's most popular TikTok videos begins with him playing the part of a clueless climate contrarian. Adopting the overconfident tone that is common among social-media influencers, he proclaims: "Renewables are a scam!" Cut to the real Clark, who has a PhD in stratospheric dynamics and uses the handle @simonoxfphys, as he dismantles several myths about renewable energy using a deadpan style and a torrent of charts. The video, with almost 180,000 views, is an effort to fight misinformation by meeting people where they are, he says.
Science
UK news
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Cutting ties with family: Why Brooklyn Beckham's story mirrors my own

Brooklyn Beckham publicly severed ties with his family, unfollowing them, posting reasons for estrangement, and reportedly removing a tattoo dedicated to his father.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'I know how Brooklyn Beckham feels because I had to cut ties with my father and stepmother too'

The first rumblings of dissent began with a couple of 'no-shows' at various important family events. Next we saw Brooklyn, the eldest Beckham, unfollowing his famous parents on social media, then the bombshell Instagram post detailing in graphic detail why he wants nothing to do with dad David, mum Victoria or his siblings - and now, in the latest episode of the Beckham family feud saga, Brooklyn has apparently removed a tattoo dedicated to his father.
UK news
Design
fromCreative Boom
2 weeks ago

Is social media over for creatives? Or have we just woken up to what it is?

Social media no longer reliably connects creatives to audiences, causing fatigue as reach, algorithm control, and expectation to produce constant content undermine value.
New York Mets
fromThe Jerusalem Post | JPost.com
2 weeks ago

NYC staffer's antisemitic posts revealed | The Jerusalem Post

A New York City Health Department community coordinator with a history of anti-Israel and antisemitic social media posts was appointed to a city community engagement position.
Left-wing politics
fromCalifornia Post
2 weeks ago

Fury as activist Teacher of the Year brands 'MAGA' teachers 'lazy and pathetic'

A Santa Ana teacher condemned 'MAGA' educators as selfish and harmful to students, urging an oath to prioritize student service.
Major League Baseball
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

SF Giants' Vitello clarifies timeline of Tennessee departure four months after hire

Premature reporting of a near-hiring triggered swift public reaction and confusion, disrupting a manager candidate's decision process and prompting frustration over misinformation.
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

Are these really the 'Top 3 gayest names' for boys? - Queerty

Are there "gay names"? We would say there aren't, but that hasn't stopped internet speculation on the matter. One gay man went viral last week with his suggestion of the 'Top 3 Gayest Names'. Hunter Cassidy says he's an expert in the field, but we think that expertise comes mainly from the fact that he's worked in a gay bar and presumably met lots of gay men.
LGBT
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Olympic curling controversy might not be such bad publicity, after all

The world of curling has spent decades trying to figure out a way to raise its profile beyond the once-every-four-years curiosity it becomes during the Winter Olympics. Turns out, all it took was a graze of a finger on a 40ish-pound piece of granite, an allegation caught on camera followed by an impassioned expletive-laden response. Social media and the white-hot spotlight that only the Games provide did the rest.
East Bay (California)
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

If you post these 7 things on social media, you're telling the world more about your insecurity than your life - Silicon Canals

We've all been there. Scrolling through social media at 2 AM, crafting the perfect caption for that sunset photo, or debating whether to post about that promotion. But somewhere along the way, I started noticing patterns in what people share online, including my own posts. The more I observed, the clearer it became: certain types of posts scream insecurity louder than any confession ever could.
Digital life
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Musk's social media platform suffers worldwide outage - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Elon Musk's social media platform experienced a global outage today, leaving millions of users unable to access the service for several hours. The disruption affected users across North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions, prompting widespread frustration and speculation about the cause. According to reports from users on other platforms, attempts to log in or refresh feeds resulted in error messages or blank screens.
Tech industry
fromTESLARATI
2 weeks ago

Elon Musk's X sees outage on Monday as users report issues

X experienced an outage on Monday morning, with tens of thousands of users reporting that the platform failed to load across both desktop and mobile. The disruption began around 8:02 a.m. ET, as per Downdetector data, and quickly escalated in the U.S. and U.K. Monday's outage follows a similar issue that befell the social media platform in mid-January. Shortly after 8 a.m. ET, Downdetector showed a sharp rise in incident reports.
Tech industry
fromFC Bayern
2 weeks ago

FC Bayern wishes a happy new year of the horse

"Our fans in Asia are an important part of the FC Bayern family. Their commitment - whether in fan clubs, at public viewings or online - creates a connection across continents. We're very grateful for that. We wish everyone a peaceful, fulfilling and successful new year,"
Bayern Munich
fromThe Conversation
2 weeks ago

Michelin-star restaurants' quiet luxury approach to marketing has to adapt in the era of social media

Chanel, Christian Louboutin and Hermès are names that are synonymous with luxury, signifying elegance, craftmanship and prestige. These brands often use subtle, mysterious signals to communicate their status - things like minimalist designs or the red sole on a Louboutin shoe. Often termed "quiet luxury", this trend is also seen in the world of high-end dining. This approach to luxury branding is aimed at creating a desire in consumers to learn these signals.
Marketing
fromBarca Universal
2 weeks ago

Barcelona forward sparks mystery with cryptic Instagram message | Barca Universal

The image showed a very dark room, with only a faint outline of Barcelona visible in the background. The only clear element in the photo was a computer screen, also dimly lit, displaying what looked like the beginning of a written text. At the top of the document, a title could be seen: "Chapter 1: My inner abyss." Beneath it, a single line of text was visible.
FC Barcelona
Public health
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 weeks ago

Does Social Media Glamorize Drugs and Alcohol? - Social Media Explorer

Social media glamorizes drugs and alcohol through curated visual content and algorithmic amplification, normalizing substance use and influencing attitudes and risky behavior.
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 weeks ago

Do Mental Health Retreats Allow Social Media Access? - Social Media Explorer

The question of whether mental health retreats allow social media access does not have a universal answer. Different facilities approach digital connectivity in varying ways, reflecting their treatment philosophies and therapeutic goals. Most mental health retreats limit or completely restrict social media use during the initial phases of treatment, though specific policies can range from total digital detox to supervised access at designated times.
Mental health
Mental health
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 weeks ago

Is Doom Scrolling Linked To Mental Illness? - Social Media Explorer

Doomscrolling is strongly associated with increased anxiety and depression, acting as a trigger and amplifier of existing mental health vulnerabilities.
Digital life
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

The hidden meanings behind all 36 heart emojis this Valentine's Day

Different heart emojis carry distinct meanings; choose heart emojis carefully to match intended romantic or platonic sentiments and avoid misunderstandings.
Media industry
fromEurasia Review
2 weeks ago

'Anti-Social Media': The Changing Tech Of Terror - Analysis

Engagement-driven social media algorithms amplify incendiary content, making hate and misinformation profitable while undermining public safety and complicating regulation.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

billionaires named in the Epstein files

Jeffrey Epstein shared emails, flights, and meals with some of the richest people on the planet.
US news
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

I'm the CEO of the 1980s most viral restaurant, Tony Roma's. We're still thriving but viral brands keep turning into pumpkins | Fortune

This is becoming a familiar pattern. Brands explode onto social media with fairy-tale success. Then the clock strikes midnight, and they are gone. I run Tony Roma's, a 54-year-old brand ranked No. 2 in Newsweek's Excellence Index, after Starbucks. Our unit count is not what it was in the 1980s, but we continue to serve customers profitably across five continents. Here's the tension: Social media has genuinely democratized entrepreneurship.
Venture
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Baroness Cass claims children have been weaponised' in gender debate

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
LGBT
fromRemodelista
2 weeks ago

Quick Takes With: Alexander Widener - Remodelista

A year ago, Alexander Widener quit his job to move to Maine and follow an unlikely dream: to open an antiques shop. And it worked: Alexander's shop and guest cottage, Widener Company, is the talk of New England and beyond, thanks in part to Alexander's wild Instagram following. (Perhaps you caught his "Super Bowl" video last weekend-on, yes, bowls.) Before shopkeeper life in the small village of Wiscasset,
Renovation
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Albanian criminal throws champagne party in London to celebrate dodging deportation

Dorian Puka, 29, who has served two prison sentences for burglary and been removed from the country twice before smuggling himself back in, commemorated the milestone with a lavish bash at a London nightclub, complete with burlesque performers and expensive champagne. Video footage showed the convicted thief partying with a person with dwarfism, performing karaoke and puffing on a shisha pipe during Wednesday evening's revelries. Puka secured VIP access at Cirque le Soir, a trendy venue popular with Hollywood stars,
UK news
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Clown show': Obama reacts to Trump sharing racist monkey video

Political discourse has degraded into a cruel, clownish spectacle; most Americans find demeaning behavior deeply troubling and it may damage Republicans in upcoming midterm elections.
US politics
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Homeland Security reportedly sent hundreds of subpoenas seeking to unmask anti-ICE accounts | TechCrunch

DHS increasingly uses administrative subpoenas to compel tech platforms to identify anonymous social media accounts that criticize ICE or reveal locations of ICE agents.
Digital life
fromInc
2 weeks ago

The 'Zombie Internet' Has Arrived, Bringing Devastating Consequences to These Sectors

A new "zombie internet" of AI agents and bot-driven systems is emerging and could fundamentally disrupt advertising, social media, and the human-centered web.
Relationships
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

These gay couples & singles are making this a happy Valentine's Day indeed - Queerty

Many U.S. adults view Valentine's Day positively and plan celebrations despite rising consumer spending, with average planned spending around $200.
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