Parents attributing their children’s deaths to social media rejoice over $18 billion settlement
Meta, the company behind Instagram and Facebook, has agreed to an astonishing $18 billion settlement with 48 states, which accused the organization of knowingly harming children. Many parents, particularly those whose teens have taken their own lives, see this as a moment of celebration. “It feels like vindication,” remarked Victoria Hinks, whose daughter, Owl, was […]
Judge limits Ben & Jerry’s lawsuit claiming Unilever hindered social activism
Federal Judge Dismisses Key Claims in Ben & Jerry’s Lawsuit Against Unilever A federal judge recently dismissed significant parts of a lawsuit filed by Ben & Jerry’s against its former parent company, Unilever. The lawsuit accused Unilever of attempting to suppress the ice cream maker’s social activism, interfere with its board, and halt funding for […]
Abdul El-Sayed targets Usha Vance in a ‘racist’ social media message: Gill
The political scene is buzzing after Abdul El-Sayed, a socialist Senate candidate from Michigan, made remarks involving Usha Vance, the second lady. His comments about Vice President JD Vance have raised eyebrows and led some to wonder how he might treat female staff if elected in November. Former Florida state Representative Ben Graber reacted on […]
Google AI offers extremely racist ‘guidance’ on social interactions with various groups: ‘I find myself alone with a Brit’
It’s wise to take a robot’s suggestions with some skepticism. Major tech companies are vying for dominance in the AI space, but after a series of questionable recommendations, users are feeling hesitant about trusting any of them. In a recent incident, a curious Reddit user tested Google’s AI by inputting a straightforward yet somewhat amusing […]
A study finds that New York has the highest dependence on social media.
“X” definitely marks the spot. New York, it seems, never really sleeps—not with so many of us glued to our smartphones. A recent study by a personal injury insurance firm suggests that New York is the state most addicted to social media in the country. The research indicated that the Empire State has the highest […]
False poll that embarrassed Karen Bass was part of ‘social experiment,’ organization says
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass recently shared enthusiastic news about a poll indicating she has a lead of 50% to 39% over City Councilmember Nitya Raman in the upcoming Nov. 3 mayoral runoff. She tweeted a photo of herself with the voting results graphic, stating, “We’re working, we’re showing up, and we’re gaining momentum. Let’s […]
New California law might alter children’s use of social media
In California, there might soon be some changes to how kids interact with social media, thanks to a couple of proposed bills aimed at reducing their addictive features. The bills, known as AB 1709 and AB 2, have reportedly made it through the state Senate Appropriations Committee and could land on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk […]
Trial on social media addiction at Meta starts with Zuckerberg set to give testimony
Meta Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Social Media Addiction Meta Inc., the owner of popular social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram, is gearing up for a court battle following a lawsuit initiated by several state attorneys general. They assert that the platform is not only addictive but also designed to mislead users about the associated […]
Mets join in on social media to tease Jayden Daniels over No. 5 jersey dispute with LSU
Jaden Daniels Makes Headlines Before Season Starts The regular season isn’t even underway, yet Jaden Daniels has already made waves. Recently, the New York Mets entered the conversation on social media, poking fun at Washington Commanders’ star quarterback. Earlier this month, Daniels sent a cease-and-desist letter to his former college, LSU, concerning the use of […]
Recognize the signs of Medicare and Social Security scams
Scams targeting Medicare and Social Security are increasingly targeting seniors by pretending to be trustworthy government programs. These deceitful tactics generate fear regarding benefits, health insurance, or legal issues. Scammers may reach out through various channels like phone calls, texts, emails, and social media, posing as representatives from benefits offices. The primary aim is generally […]