Social Media

Trump Goes Off the Rails Fingering Everybody Else But Himself (and the Iran War) for the “Blue Tsunami” The Republican Party just took a political beating, and Donald Trump’s response has been remarkably predictable: blame everybody except the man sitting in the Oval Office. From Fox News and Tucker Carlson to Greg Abbott and Republican

Meta’s $17.1 Billion Reckoning: States Say Zuckerberg Built Instagram to Hook America’s Children For years, parents, lawmakers, whistleblowers and even some of Meta’s own employees have warned that Instagram and Facebook were not simply neutral social networks being used excessively by teenagers. The far more serious allegation was that Meta Platforms deliberately engineered features to

Frozen Coffee Trend A new frozen coffee craze is giving iced coffee a seriously icy makeover, and social media users are turning the simple drink into one of the summer’s most talked about beverages. Videos showing people freezing coffee, crushing it into icy flakes or slush, and combining it with milk or creamer have been

TikTok and Disney Partnership Disney is embracing the creator economy in a major way after announcing a first-of-its-kind global partnership with TikTok that will allow select creators to produce officially licensed content featuring some of the company’s most recognizable franchises. The collaboration marks a significant change in how one of the world’s largest entertainment companies

Myspace Relaunch Plan The internet may soon welcome back one of its most iconic social networking platforms. Myspace, the website that introduced millions of people to online profiles, customizable pages, and the unforgettable “Top 8” friends list, is preparing for a relaunch as its owners look to capitalize on the growing popularity of Y2K nostalgia.

Joe Felz Dies at 40 Joe Felz, the van life influencer who built a substantial online following by documenting a sustainable, off-the-grid lifestyle, has died at the age of 40. Felz became known across social media for sharing videos and photographs of life on the road, emphasizing minimalism, renewable energy, and living with a smaller

Kim Kardashian Supports Saint’s Instagram Debut Kim Kardashian is celebrating another milestone for her family after her son, Saint West, officially joined Instagram. The 10-year-old made his debut on the social media platform on Aug. 1, giving fans a glimpse into one of his favorite hobbies while receiving encouragement from his famous mom. A few

Telegram is Huge and So is This Story The long-running battle between Russia and Telegram has entered a dramatic new chapter after Russian authorities formally charged Telegram founder Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorist activities, accusing him of allowing the messaging platform to be used by terrorist organizations and Ukrainian intelligence services to organize attacks, recruit

Cigfluencers and Smoking Trends Social media creators and celebrity culture are fueling concerns that cigarettes are becoming fashionable again, even as public health experts warn the risks have never changed. After years of declining smoking rates and aggressive anti-tobacco campaigns, cigarettes are making an unexpected return to pop culture. Across Instagram, TikTok, and other social

Bama Rush 2026 Every August, thousands of young women arrive on college campuses across the South hoping to join a sorority. At the University of Alabama, however, recruitment has become much more than a campus tradition. Known online as “Bama Rush,” the annual event has transformed into a cultural phenomenon that attracts millions of viewers

Alix Earle Social Media Break Influencer Alix Earle is opening up about her decision to step away from social media after experiencing a panic attack that she says was connected to the pressure and criticism she faced online. Earle, who has built a massive following through lifestyle content, beauty videos, and personal updates, shared that

Erling Haaland Social Media Sensation Erling Haaland has spent years terrorizing defenders across Europe, earning a reputation as one of the world’s most prolific goal scorers. The Norwegian striker has shattered scoring records, won major club trophies, and established himself as one of football’s biggest stars. Yet despite his accomplishments on the pitch, Haaland’s biggest

Squishy Toy Social Media Danger Parents, firefighters, and medical professionals are sounding the alarm over a dangerous social media trend involving popular squishy sensory toys that has left several children with severe burns and prompted renewed calls for online safety. The trend encourages children to place gel-filled squishy toys, including the popular NeeDoh brand, into

TikTok and YouTube Sports Viewership The future of sports fandom is no longer beginning on television. Instead, millions of younger viewers are discovering their favorite athletes, teams and leagues through TikTok, YouTube and other social media platforms before ever watching a live game. While live sports continue to command record breaking media rights deals and

TikTok Star Murder-for-Hire Plot TikTok influencer Gabriela Gonzalez has been arrested and charged in an alleged murder-for-hire scheme targeting singer Jack Avery, the father of her child, according to prosecutors in Los Angeles County. Gonzalez, 24, who amassed hundreds of thousands of followers on TikTok through lifestyle and parenting content, faces multiple felony charges including

Viral AI Music Text Trend Everyday text messages are getting a second life online as people use artificial intelligence to transform casual conversations into fully produced songs. What used to be private chats about errands, relationships, or life updates is now being turned into high-energy music clips that spread across social platforms in minutes. The

One of President Trump’s most ardent supporters just caught a bad one. Devin Nunes is stepping aside from his position as CEO of Trump Media & Technology Group. This is the parent “umbrella” company of Truth Social, Trump’s social media company that he loves to send messages to the world with instead of X. In

Trump’s Iran Threats Aren’t Strategy, They’re Weakness Disguised as Strength and Everyone Can See It The latest threats from Donald Trump toward Iran are being delivered like ultimatums, but landing like desperation. Over the past several days, Trump has publicly threatened to destroy Iranian bridges, power plants, oil infrastructure, and force open the Strait of

Black Culture Shapes Gen Z Slang The way Generation Z speaks is often framed as fast-moving, internet-driven, and entirely new. But a deeper look reveals a different reality. Many of the phrases dominating TikTok captions, group chats, and viral memes are not new inventions at all. They are rooted in a long linguistic tradition shaped

Courtroom Meltdown Deepens: Zuckerberg’s Testimony, Mounting Evidence, and a Trial That Could Reshape Meta What happened in that Los Angeles courtroom was not an isolated embarrassment. It was part of a pattern. When Mark Zuckerberg took the stand in a landmark youth addiction and platform harm trial, the expectation inside Meta’s legal war room was