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#social-media

Children could face two-hour limits on social media like TikTok and Snapchat as part of a government plan to crack down on compulsive phone use. The science and technology secretary, Peter Kyle, is concerned about young people's sleep and focus while studying for exams.

The Trisha Paytas Baby Theory began in September 2022, with the birth of her first child, Malibu Barbie, following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, sparking bizarre rumors.

United Airlines lost 10% of its stock value within a week of the viral video 'United Breaks Guitars,' amounting to a $180 million loss.

Starting today, we're improving Threads Insights and making it easier to see how posts perform and where your content was discovered.

"Never did Richard Pigkaso think that a toy from Toys R Us would change his life. But after years of being bullied in high school, picking up a yo-yo gave him something he had not felt in a long time: peace and joy."

Etsy users have taken particular issue with the company's decision to allow merchandise celebrating the controversial ICE detention center in Florida, where detainees face horrible conditions.

"Growing up, I was like, 'I don't give a f*ck about any of this,' but a part of my life was missing [not being on TV]."

Silicon Valley leaders often view Nietzsche's ideology as supportive of a survival of the fittest mentality, suggesting that competition is inherent in human nature.

Traditional SEO, such as keywords and backlinks, remains important in the age of AI. However, adding a layer of AEO (answer engine optimization) and GEO (generative engine optimization) may help your website show up in AI overviews and platforms like ChatGPT and Claude.

Carla Antonelli used Gatwick Airport's gendered toilets, mocking the UK's proposed trans toilet ban and expressing her defiance against restrictive gender policies.

In his final Instagram video, Malcolm-Jamal Warner reminded fans, "Have a smile for yourself and be a reason for someone else to smile," while celebrating his daughter's birthday.

As of May, for the first time ever, more people are streaming content than tuning into broadcast television. Recognizing that watch times on social and streaming are overtaking linear, it may seem like a cost-effective solution to run your current TV commercial on the TikTok For You Page or an Instagram Reel, but it may not be an effective way to generate results.

Christina Vittas posted a nine-word tweet: 'Elmo is just checking in! How is everybody doing?' which unexpectedly resonated with the national sentiment.

What happens at a concert no longer stays at a concert. Just ask Andy Byron. A week ago, most people likely hadn't heard of Byron or his tech startup, Astronomer.

If there was any other way to keep it going, we would've done that. Ultimately, over the last couple of months, it became clear that it wasn't going to grow to the scale that it needed to as a VC-backed startup.

Outdoor Voices deleted all posts on TikTok and Instagram, unfollowed every account but Ty Haney's, and changed its bio to 'doing things, brb,' indicating a possible announcement.

"My life was gone. I thought my career was over. I didn't think I was gonna make another dime in this industry. I thought I was gonna have to hold onto whatever I had made, which was nowhere near as much as I had hoped it would be, to last for the rest of my life, and live a really frugal life."

"Russian Subway is officially (almost) rebranding to SUBBOY. I have no idea who and how came up with that name. Saying 'I had a sub boy for lunch' is slowly becoming real."

X has stated that it will not meet the demands of French authorities in their investigation into alleged bias in the platform's algorithm. The company emphasizes its ignorance regarding the specific accusations made.

"The involvement of these individuals raises serious concerns about the impartiality, fairness, and political motivations of the investigation, to put it charitably," X alleged.

The simplicity of Jet2's messaging, combined with Glynne's catchy pop beat, created the perfect formula for Gen Z remix culture. The advertisement's straightforward voiceover has become embedded in British consciousness after years of a 'non-stop onslaught.'

Two main reasons explain why carousels often get more reach than photos. First, carousels contain multiple pieces of media which increase interactions with the post. More interactions mean more reach on average. Second, if viewers see a carousel but do not swipe, the platform often automatically moves to the second piece of media for the viewer, providing a second chance for engagement.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security posted a painting without the artist's knowledge, depicting a white couple with a baby in a covered wagon, leading to online controversy.

The man, who pleaded guilty to breaching a safety order, posted a video of distorted images of his former wife accompanied by abusive rap lyrics.

LaPaglia claimed that Bryan had offered her a home in Massachusetts and a large sum of money to keep quiet about their split, alleging that his management team had put forward several 'options' for her to choose from in return for signing an NDA.