Social Media

Instagram Chief Testifies in Court The head of Instagram took the witness stand Wednesday in one of the most closely watched technology trials in the country, telling the court he does not believe social media platforms meet the clinical definition of addiction. Adam Mosseri, who leads Instagram, testified that while people can develop unhealthy habits

Social Media Apps Face Court Meta and Google are heading into pivotal court battles that could reshape how social media companies are regulated in the United States. At the center of the lawsuits are allegations that the companies intentionally designed their platforms to be addictive, particularly for children and teenagers, while failing to protect young

2016 Is Back Because Culture Is Looping Fashion and retail in 2026 are circling back to a familiar place. Brands that defined mall culture and youth identity a decade ago are once again shaping trends, social feeds, and investor conversations. Abercrombie & Fitch, Victoria’s Secret, and Urban Outfitters are not simply resurfacing by accident. Their

Video Sparks Immediate Outrage President Donald Trump removed a video from his Truth Social account after it triggered widespread backlash for depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes. The video was posted late Thursday and circulated quickly online before being taken down the following day. Critics across the political

Trump Floods Truth Social With Christmas Day Posts, Mixing Holiday Greetings With Attacks and Threats As much of the country slept into Christmas morning, Donald Trump was wide awake and posting. Beginning just after midnight on December 25 at Mar-a-Lago, Trump launched a marathon spree on Truth Social, publishing more than 100 posts over the

Binding Agreements Confirmed ByteDance, the China based parent company of TikTok, has signed binding agreements to create a new joint venture that will oversee the app’s operations in the United States. TikTok CEO Shou Chew confirmed the development in a message to employees, stating that the agreements formalize a plan negotiated with the Trump administration

The Holiday Product that Broke the Internet When Starbucks released its new “Bearista” cold cup on November 6, 2025, the company likely expected another seasonal boost in holiday merchandise sales. What it got instead was a full-blown viral phenomenon that overwhelmed stores across the country, infuriated loyal customers, and exposed the growing gap between supply

Ownership and Board Structure As part of the deal to separate TikTok’s U.S. operations from its Chinese parent ByteDance, the app will become majority-owned by Americans. ByteDance’s ownership stake is expected to fall below 20%, while a new board will oversee the U.S. platform. Of the seven seats, six will be held by American citizens,

A Breakthrough Amid Trade Tensions The United States and China have reached a framework agreement over TikTok, the embattled social media app with 170 million American users. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, speaking Monday in Madrid following two days of negotiations with Chinese officials, confirmed the development. The deal, aimed at shifting TikTok to U.S.-controlled ownership,

A Dark Era Defined by Two Men Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin have come to symbolize the modern authoritarian movement — one rising from the depths of corruption in American politics, the other from the iron-fisted Kremlin. They are the avatars of two different nations with eerily similar trajectories: dismantled checks and balances, weaponized propaganda,

RushTok Sorority recruitment, better known as “rush,” has transformed from a campus tradition into a viral social media spectacle known as RushTok. This summer, TikTok feeds have been flooded with videos of synchronized dances, coordinated outfits, and college students striving to make a memorable first impression, marking the start of recruitment season. What began during

Zuckerberg Accused of Offering U.S. User Data to China in Exchange for Market Access, Former Facebook Exec Testifies In an explosive testimony before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism, former Meta executive Sarah Wynn-Williams claimed that Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg was willing to trade American user data to the

Amex’s Credit Line Cuts Are Abusive — And Reddit Mods Are Silencing the Whistleblowers In recent weeks, I experienced firsthand what I now believe is one of the most predatory and underreported practices being carried out by a Fortune 100 company — and I’m not alone. American Express, the supposed gold standard in premium credit

Trump Eyeing Plan to Avoid TikTok Ban as Deadline Looms With just days left before a U.S. ban on TikTok was set to take effect, a flurry of political maneuvering and legal negotiations appears to have once again postponed the controversial measure. President Donald Trump, who re-emerged as a central figure in the latest round

Florida Teen Murdered After Meeting Man on Dating App St. Petersburg, Fla. – A missing Gulfport teenager has been confirmed dead in what authorities are calling a horrific crime. Police say 16-year-old Miranda Corsette was killed and dismembered after meeting a man on a dating app. Investigation and Timeline According to St. Petersburg Police Chief

World Star Hip Hop and Donald Trump: A Controversial Alliance of Advertising and Manipulation World Star Hip Hop, once a cornerstone of hip-hop culture and street commentary, has raised eyebrows by allowing massive advertising from Donald Trump across its platforms. The move is controversial not just because of Trump’s well-documented history of racism, but also

In the ever-twisting world of celebrity relationships, a new love triangle has emerged, captivating fans and followers alike. British rapper Central Cee, social media influencer Madeline Argy, and rising American rapper Ice Spice find themselves at the center of a whirlwind of rumors and revelations that have everyone talking. The Players Central Cee: Known for

Explosive Surge in AI-Generated Deepfakes as Trump Supporters Target Black Voters In a sensational turn of events, supporters of former President Donald Trump have taken a bold step by employing artificial intelligence (AI) to create and circulate manipulated images aimed at encouraging African Americans to vote for the Republican party. This startling revelation was brought

In recent times, an alarming trend has emerged from the digital corridors of TikTok, leading to a significant uptick in car thefts, particularly affecting Kia and Hyundai owners. This phenomenon, originating from a so-called TikTok challenge, has not only highlighted the potential for social media to influence real-world actions but also raised serious concerns about

Political Memes The history of political memes and cartoons is closely tied to the rise of the internet and the advent of social media platforms. Memes themselves are images, videos, or text that are humorous, often satirical and spread rapidly online. They serve as a way for people to express their thoughts, opinions, and political