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Meta reaches settlement in Mississippi teens social media addiction lawsuit; Case against Snap continues

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Meta settled a lawsuit filed by a Mississippi teenager alleging social media platforms contributed to depression, anxiety, and eating disorders (Representative Image/Reuters)

Meta Platforms Inc. has reached a settlement in a lawsuit filed by an 18-year-old Mississippi teenager identified by the initials K.D.B., the plaintiff’s lawyer confirmed on Friday, Reuters reported. The lawsuit, which initially named both Meta and Snap Inc., alleged that their social media platforms contributed to serious mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, and … Read more

Red Baron employee's breakdown on camera exposes the dark world of social media pranks

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The employee whose on-camera breakdown video went viral. (Screengrab)

When an Instagram content creator staged a mock theft prank on a Red Baron employee, the resulting viral confrontation ignited a wider debate about harassment disguised as comedy. The worker’s viral outburst underscores a dangerous trend where online “clout” is harvested at the direct expense of everyday people. The employee whose on-camera breakdown video went … Read more

Trump claims his uncle invented radar; social media fact checks POTUS on Dr John Trump

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US President Donald Trump claimed his uncle had invented the radar. (REUTERS)

President Donald Trump was fact-checked on social media after he claimed his uncle invented the radar. Trump made his comments on October 24 during early voting for the 2026 midterms in Palm Beach, Florida. US President Donald Trump claimed his uncle had invented the radar. (REUTERS) With wife Melania at his side, Trump said “My … Read more

Nvidia to invest $3 billion in Meta as social media giant plans to raise $95 billion for AI infrastructure expansion

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Nvidia and Meta expand their AI partnership as Nvidia plans a $3 billion investment in Meta. (REUTERS)

Nvidia will invest $3 billion in Meta. The chipmaker announced the investment on Tuesday, October 27, as Meta increases its spending on artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. Nvidia and Meta expand their AI partnership as Nvidia plans a $3 billion investment in Meta. (REUTERS) Meta plans to raise $95 billion to fund AI investments. The social … Read more

Scott Bessent responds to Obamas Cheesecake Factory joke with lunch stop, social media jab

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent waves as President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally, Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, at Alico Arena on the campus of Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara) (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent responded to former President Barack Obama’s recent “Cheesecake Factory” quip with a visit to the restaurant chain on Monday and a social media jab. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent waves as President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally, Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, at Alico Arena on the campus of Florida Gulf … Read more

Fact check: Social media posts falsely claim Michelle Obama is pregnant, appeared in public with baby bump

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(L/R) Former First Lady Michelle Obama and former US President Barack Obama attend the 25th anniversary commemoration of the September 11, 2001 attacks at the National September 11 Memorial in New York on September 11, 2026. (Photo by Hiroko MASUIKE / POOL / AFP) (AFP)

Social media posts that have surfaced falsely claim that Michelle Obama is pregnant and was spotted with a baby bump. The 62-year-old former First Lady appeared in manipulated images standing in a public area, sparking baby bump rumors. (L/R) Former First Lady Michelle Obama and former US President Barack Obama attend the 25th anniversary commemoration … Read more

Trump makes weird noises during South Carolina, Iowa rallies; social media users baffled by eugh sound

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President Donald Trump appeared to make guttural sounds when speaking in South Carolina and Iowa. (AP)

President Donald Trump appeared to make ‘weird sounds’ when speaking at rallies in South Carolina and Iowa. Several social media users shared videos of his speech flagging the strange noises the Republican appeared to be making. President Donald Trump appeared to make guttural sounds when speaking in South Carolina and Iowa. (AP) The Independent also … Read more

Ethan Klein's wife, Hila, accuses podcaster of having affair; social media users think it's Tamara as H3 Podcast cuts ties over allegations

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Ethan Klein has been accused of having an affair by wife Hila, and the H3 Podcast crew cut ties with the alleged cheater. (X/@FearedBuck)

Ethan Klein’s wife, Hila, accused the podcaster of having an affair. She alleged on Instagram that Ethan had been having an affair for over half a year. Ethan Klein has been accused of having an affair by wife Hila, and the H3 Podcast crew cut ties with the alleged cheater. (X/@FearedBuck) “I am living in … Read more

In 2004, Michael Douglas donated $1 million to fund UCSBs planned film and media center for students and researchers

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UCSB alumnus Michael Douglas donated $1 million in 2004 to support a proposed center connecting film and media studies, creative work, and public engagement. The project later developed into the Carsey-Wolf Center, whose Pollock Theater opened in 2010. (Getty Images via AFP)

Movies can entertain audiences, preserve memories, and offer new perspectives on the world. In 2004, the University of California, Santa Barbara, announced plans for a center that would bring creative work, academic research and public engagement together. Actor and producer Michael Douglas donated $1 million to help fund the proposed Center for Film, Television and … Read more

Can social media bans protect young peoples mental health? Research suggests bans arent the answer

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Can social media bans protect young people’s mental health? Research suggests bans aren’t the answer

Pittsburgh , The year 2026 has been an expensive one for social media platforms. Can social media bans protect young people’s mental health? Research suggests bans aren’t the answer Since March, YouTube and Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, have settled or paid out in multiple lawsuits to the tune of more than … Read more