DOJ seizes social media ‘bot farm’ operated by Russian government
The DOJ said more than 900 fake social media accounts were seized in a scheme used to promote Russian government agendas by spreading misinformation online.
What is Gen Alpha slang? The meaning behind words like ‘skibidi,’ ‘sigma’
If a swarm of middle schoolers call you an “Alpha Sigma" or a “Looksmax Mogger," take it as a compliment. Here's a breakdown of slang terms used by Gen Alpha, the kids born between 2010 and 2024:
TikTok glossary: From Barbiecore to WaterTok
Will your summer look be more coastal grandma or cottagecore? If you’re not sure, this TikTok glossary is here to help.
Data finds Instagram may be the best platform to get a response from airlines
Having flight issues? Here’s the platform where you may have better luck getting a response from your airline’s customer service.
Snapchat boosts teen safety with new features
Snapchat has announced new features to enhance the safety of teenagers on its platform. These upgrades include expanded in-app warnings, enhanced friending protections, simplified location-sharing, and improved blocking capabilities.
‘Baddies Caribbean’ star, Philly influencer ‘Meatball' pleads guilty for role in city-wide looting spree
Popular Philly social media influencer and 'Baddies Caribbean' star Dayjia Blackwell, known to many as ‘Meatball’ has pleaded guilty to two charges for her role in a city-wide looting spree.
US surgeon general calls for tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms
Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.
Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel share new wedding footage
Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel shared more footage from Abby’s 2021 wedding on TikTok, as well as a second video with a message which appeared to be directed at their critics.
Chick-fil-A location's summer camp for kids draws criticism, sparks debate
Facebook users sound off about Louisiana-based Chick-fil-A camp as some defend it.
Who's this mysterious dancing Taylor Swift fan? The internet has theories
The mysterious dancer appears to be near the Madrid stadium’s roof, leading many to believe it was someone who had access to restricted areas.
Most and least dangerous states for online dating: study
Privacy Journal researchers ranked the 50 states by using data from the FBI, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Federal Trade Commission and the Internet Crime Complaint Center to analyze where dating app users may be most likely to find danger.
Pennsylvania man charged for alleged sextortion of young girls on social media
Investigators say the man used the Snapchat account "jack_goodric" to dupe his victims into thinking that he was a middle school or high school-aged boy.
Cottage cheese baking hack blows up on TikTok: 'Best idea I've ever seen'
People are baking cottage cheese to get extra protein in their diets as experts share cautionary words.
Kabosu, Shiba Inu behind 'doge' meme and face of Dogecoin, has died
Kabosu, the Japanese Shiba Inu who inspired countless “doge" internet memes and later became the face of Dogecoin, has died, according to her owner.
Colorado skier tracks down alleged hit-and-run snowboarder on social media, sues over catastrophic injuries
Anne Cassidy hired a private investigator to find the snowboarder who allegedly hit her on the slopes and is now suing for medical expenses and punitive damages.
Maryland TikTok star joins legal battle against federal ban
A Maryland woman is among eight content creators who have joined a lawsuit suing the U.S. government, arguing that a new law forcing the sale or ban of the app TikTok violates their First Amendment rights.
'One chip challenge' caused teen's death, autopsy concludes
The "one chip challenge" tested one’s ability to eat the spicy chip without drinking any liquids to relieve the burning sensation.
Celebrity ‘blockout’ is social media protest over Gaza
Some social media users are calling out celebrities for what they say is inaction in the face of a humanitarian crisis in Gaza — and they’ve taken to a “blockout” to pressure the stars to take a stand.
‘Get Ready With Me’ TikTok star announces own death in final video
Popular TikTok creator Dr. Kimberley Nix announced her own death in a heartfelt final video titled "Get Ready with Me, One Last Time," where she shared her journey with metastatic sarcoma and encouraged new followers to learn from her experiences.
LinkedIn adds 3 games to spark conversation and connection
As word games continue to dominate the daily internet routine of many, LinkedIn is hoping its versions will spark a conversation among your co-workers, college alumni and other associates.