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A US TikTok ban could harm small businesses -- Without the popular social media platform, some creators and small enterprises across the globe could see their revenue plummet. -- Worklife

Without the popular social media platform, some creators and small enterprises across the globe could see their revenue plummet.

BBC News - Business - 33 minutes ago

Mexico's leading presidential candidate repeatedly touted the social programs of outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and walked a fine line between supporting the national oil company and promising a clean energy transition in the second debate ahead of the June 2 election.

Mexico’s leading presidential candidate repeatedly touted the social programs of outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and walked a fine line between supporting the national oil company and promising a clean energy transition in the second debate ahead of the June 2 election.

AP News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

'Nobody's getting wealthy on Social Security,' lawmaker says. What happens next may define its future

Social Security's trust funds are projected to run out in the next decade. When lawmakers address that dilemma, they will also define the program's future role.

CNBC - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem addresses dog killing controversy -- South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem addressed on social media the backlash she received after details of her soon-to-be-released book were revealed.

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem addressed on social media the backlash she received after details of her soon-to-be-released book were revealed.

CBS News - US News - 15 hours ago

Iraqi social media influencer shot dead in Baghdad -- Iraqi authorities are investigating the killing of a well-known social media influencer Um Fahad who was shot by an armed motorcyclist in front of her home in central Baghdad. -- Apr 27

Iraqi authorities are investigating the killing of a well-known social media influencer Um Fahad who was shot by an armed motorcyclist in front of her home in central Baghdad.

CBS News - World - 19 hours ago

Japan works to preserve ancient tradition -- Public baths have been the center of city life in Japan for centuries. But since 2006, hundreds of such baths have closed. Some are working to preserve the ancient tradition, which they say allows for socializing and relaxation. -- Apr 27

Public baths have been the center of city life in Japan for centuries. But since 2006, hundreds of such baths have closed. Some are working to preserve the ancient tradition, which they say allows for socializing and relaxation.

CBS News - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Iraqi authorities investigating killing of social media influencer Um Fahad

Ghufran Mahdi Sawadi, known as “Um Fahad,” was popular on TikTok and Instagram, where she posted videos of herself dancing to music.

NBC News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Should children be on social media? Too late, they already are

Are worsening mental health outcomes and social media related? The timing is suggestive: mental health began to slide just as smartphones and social apps took off.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 1 day ago

Social media star shot dead by motorbike gunman

Om Fahad, who has nearly half a million TikTok followers, became famous for posting light-hearted videos where she dances to Iraqi music.

Sky News - World - 1 day ago

Macron urges Europe-wide social media age restriction of 15

EU data regulations currently state that teenagers must be 16 to have their data processed but member states can decide to lower the age limit.

Euronews - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Social Media Reacts To Trump's Courthouse Birthday Greeting To Wife Melania

"It would be nice to be with her, but I’m at a courthouse for a rigged trial," the former president said of Melania Trump.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Kansas ban on gender-affirming care would also bar advocacy for kids' social transitions

The proposed ban has left teachers and social workers concerned that they will be disciplined or fired for helping kids who are exploring their gender identities.

NBC News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

A proposed ban in Kansas on gender-affirming care for minors also would bar state employees from promoting it or even children's social transitioning.

A proposed ban in Kansas on gender-affirming care for minors also would bar state employees from promoting it or even children’s social transitioning.

AP News - Politics - 2 days ago

Opinion: Does social media rewire kids' brains? Here's what the science really says

Jonathan Haidt's "The Anxious Generation" feeds the latest technology panic. But the research says something different.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 2 days ago

Could we all do without social media?

In moments of stress or boredom, I find myself watching weird videos on social media. That’s not why I installed the app.

Sydney Morning Herald - Technology - 10 days ago

How Social Media Censorship May Impact the 2024 Presidential Election

Big Tech appears to be dusting off the same censorship tactics it used to influence the outcome of the 2020 presidential election cycle, an expert said.

Epoch Times - US News - 10 days ago

Psychological report demands social media platforms protect kids

The American Psychological Association is out with a new report calling for more to be done to protect young people from the potential dangers of social media. NBC’s Emilie Ikeda reports and family therapist Thomas Kersting joins TODAY with what parents can do now.

NBC News - Technology - 12 days ago

Zuckerberg Escapes Personal Liability In Social Media Addiction Lawsuits Against Meta

A U.S. district judge dismissed Mark Zuckerberg as an individual defendant in 25 lawsuits alleging that Meta Platforms Inc. and other social media companies were responsible for addicting children to their platforms.

International Business Times - Technology - 13 days ago

Hootsuite buys analytics firm Talkwalker as CEO foresees social media disruption -- April 8, 2024

Hootsuite would not disclose the value and structure of the deal, but CEO Irina Novoselsky positioned it as a ‘natural progression’ of the relationship forged between the two tech companies

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 16 days ago

New York Judge Broadens Gag Order Following Trump's Social Media Attack On Daughter

In response to Donald Trump's social media attacks targeting the daughter of the judge presiding over his hush-money trial in New York, Judge Juan Merchan expanded an existing gag order.

International Business Times - US News - 27 days ago

Will Trump's Truth Social flotation dig him out of a financial hole?

The ex-president isn’t just asking supporters for votes – he’s relying on their cash, too, says Chris Blackhurst

Independent UK - Business - 30 days ago

Bereaved parents will get access to children's social media accounts in duty of care victory

The Government will amend online safety laws to allow coroners to request this data through Ofcom, after years of campaigning

Telegraph UK - Technology - 2 months ago

The Five Most Dramatic Moments From Congress's Social-Media Hearing

During the hearing, Senator Lindsey Graham told the CEOs of the top social media companies that they have blood on their hands.

New York Magazine - Technology - 2 months ago

Can tart cherry juice, magnesium really help you sleep? Experts weigh in -- The "sleepy girl mocktail," made mainly of tart cherry juice and magnesium powder, is gaining attention on social media for its supposed sleep benefits. Here's what doctors say about the ingredients.

The "sleepy girl mocktail," made mainly of tart cherry juice and magnesium powder, is gaining attention on social media for its supposed sleep benefits. Here's what doctors say about the ingredients.

CBS News - Health - 3 months ago

The sin and socialism of Biden's college loan forgiveness

If at first socialists don't succeed, they certainly will try, try again. Because nothing says socialism like taking tax dollars and giving to those deemed deserving by government. Nothing says s

Washington Times - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Digital apartheid and the use of social media algorithms in humanitarian crises

Big tech platforms extensively censor Palestinian voices, shadowbanning them and their supporters, violating their rights to free speech, assembly, information access, political participation, and protection from discrimination.

Global Voices - Technology - 4 months ago

Nepal's TikTok ban is the first step towards more government control on social media

On November 13, 2023, the Nepali government imposed a blanket ban on Chinese social media platform TikTok, alleging that the platform was fostering social discord among Nepalis.

Global Voices - Technology - 4 months ago

Under-16s could face limits on social media

Ministers devising plans which could lead to young people being forced to get their parents’ permission to set up an account

Telegraph UK - Technology - 4 months ago

The Grim New Consensus on Social Media and Teen Depression

Psychologist Jean Twenge discusses all the evidence that Instagram and TikTok are making kids miserable.

New York Magazine - Technology - 11 months ago