Social media suspensions may be linked to misinformation, not platform bias: study
Account suspensions on social media platforms may not be rooted in political bias, but rather a tendency for certain political groups to share misinformation, according to a new study. the study, published this week Researchers from the University of Oxford and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) write in the journal Nature that social media […]
Social Security Administration announces significant reforms for U.S. beneficiaries – Indian Defence Review
The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a series of important changes scheduled to go into effect in October 2024, bringing major changes to the retirement benefits landscape for Americans. These reforms are aimed at addressing the continuing challenges posed by inflation and helping beneficiaries maintain financial stability in the face of rising costs. Benefit increase […]
AI will tamp down inflation, provide greater ‘social safety net,’ Silicon Valley businessman says
Sarah Ponchek and Luke Lloyd discuss the outlook for technology and AI, the impact on air cargo and shipping rates from Shane and Tem, and the Fed's treatment of interest rates. A prominent Silicon Valley businessman and venture capitalist believes that artificial intelligence can drive deflation and generate enough growth to help people who are […]
Adam Schiff Demands Election ‘Misinformation’ Crackdown Through Social Media Censorship
Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) is calling on big tech companies to censor allegations of election misinformation, conveniently ignoring his history debunking the Trump-Russia collusion theory. . Democratic Representative Adam Schiff is currently calling on big tech companies to take aggressive action to combat the spread of so-called “misinformation” and “disinformation” ahead of the 2024 election. […]
Democratic lawmakers demand social media improve ‘misinformation’ protections
Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff sent a letter to major social media executives this week asking them to clarify how they will combat “misinformation” and “disinformation” in the 2024 election. The letter, co-signed by seven other lawmakers, accuses social media platforms including X, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok of not adequately preparing for a malicious infohazard in […]
Cruise ship travelers go viral on social media for hiding rubber ducks on board
Travelers aboard cruise ships around the world are taking a new approach to souvenirs by bringing or leaving rubber ducks around the boat. The trend is for people to buy rubber ducks and hide them in areas around cruise ships. Last year alone, TikTok videos of users hiding and finding ducks received thousands of views. […]
Walz Downplays Social Media Censorship at VP Debate, Accuses Conservatives of Yelling ‘Fire’ in a Crowded Theater
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) argued during Tuesday night's vice presidential debate with Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) that conservatives are criticizing the government on coronavirus-related issues. , suggested his speech should have been censored and made light of social media censorship. It's the same as shouting “fire!'' in a “full theater.'' “The idea that there […]
Tyreek Hill gets cryptic on social media as NFL trade rumors swirl
As NFL trade season approaches, rumors are flying and one superstar is making some cryptic comments on social media. Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill added to the fun on Wednesday's X as his name has been floated as a possible trade target amid Miami's struggles without quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. “I woke up this morning and […]
Social media erupts with ridicule at Politico spin on Walz’s terrified panic and Vance’s aggressively anti-feminist beard
The Politico article was widely ridiculed on social media for attempting to explain the frightening panic in the eyes of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) during Tuesday's debate. “These are the eyes you see when a deer is caught in the headlights.” Many viewers commented on the frightened look and demeanor Walz displayed during his […]
Conservative social media reactions pour in declaring winner of VP debate: ‘This was a massacre’
During and after the first and only vice presidential debate on Tuesday night, reactions poured in from conservatives on social media, with most praising J.D. Vance's performance. “This was a massacre,'' Outkick founder Clay Travis said. Posted in X. “J.D. Vance completely destroyed Tim Walz.” Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk: “J.D. Vance just won a big […]