It’s time for Mark Zuckerberg to resign from Meta The CEO is the throughline in a history of billion-dollar blunders that have caused real harm, culminating in last week’s settlement The Guardian - US · Sep 4
Social media debate shaken up by Meta settlement Those who’ve fought on Capitol Hill to rein in social media platforms see last week’s settlement between Meta and state attorneys general not as a final destination, but as a roadmap to what’s possible. Privacy and First Amendment advocates are worried they’re right. The settlement comes as the House and… Roll Call · Sep 4
In 1953, a US Navy serviceman met his first love in Japan, but had to leave because war orders sent him home; nearly 70 years later, at 91, he finally found her again After a heart-wrenching separation of nearly seventy years, Duane Mann and Peggy Yamaguchi finally found each other again. Believing his savings vanished and letters silenced, Mann discovered his mother had hidden their correspondence by burning Peggy's letters. Tragically, Peggy had endured the loss of their child and moved on with… The Times of India · Sep 3
Best Multichannel Messaging Tools for WhatsApp, Messenger, and Instagram Customer Service in 2026 Customers increasingly expect support in the very apps they already use to chat with friends and family — WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and Instagram DMs. As a result, messaging-based customer support has shifted from a good-to-have to a must for companies competing for attention. inkl · Sep 3
EU lawmakers demand Brussels force Meta to 'protect' European children European Union lawmakers have demanded that the bloc's executive compel Meta to change the "addictive" design of its platforms in Europe, as the giant has promised to do in some US states, according to a letter seen by the French news agency AFP on Thursday. Radio France Internationale · Sep 3
Former NFL star Alphonso Smith Jr found dead at 40 after disturbing final Facebook post, ‘This is a DEMON in me!’ "I am the WORST & I pray my soul rest in heaven for my heart is pure, but my BRAIN & experience is MESSED UP!!" We Got This Covered · Sep 3
Former NFL Player's Final Post Raises a Haunting Question About the Help He Was Seeking Former NFL player Alphonso Smith Jr. died at 40, leaving a Facebook post highlighting personal struggles and a plea for help. His death, reported as a suicide, remains under investigation. International Business Times UK · Sep 3
What is Meta accusing SoFloAntonio of? YouTuber Coffeezilla breaks down $8 million lawsuit and ad claims Coffeezilla examined Meta’s lawsuit against SoFloAntonio and his businesses, which alleges more than $8 million in unpaid advertising credit and deceptive advertising practices. Coffeezilla also discussed a $49 recurring subscription he said he found while buying a Bible from one of Antonio’s websites. Antonio denied running a deceptive rebilling scheme… The Times of India · Sep 2
Hanuman Ansh: The saint linked to Apple, Google, Facebook and eBay A film about Neem Karoli Baba has surprised box offices, sparking renewed interest in the Indian saint. Richard Alpert, later Ram Dass, introduced Baba to millions of Americans through his book. Steve Jobs sought spiritual direction in India but the guru had already passed away. Larry Brilliant became a key… The Economic Times · Sep 2
Meta Agreed To Pay Up To $18 Billion To End A Major Legal Fight. Investors Are Already Looking Past It. Meta is simultaneously preparing to spend as much as $145 billion on capital projects this year. International Business Times · Sep 2
Britain’s quarter century: Netflix, memes and the supposed Christian revival In this sixth and final part in our series on how the UK has changed in the past 25 years, we focus on tech, culture, religion and entertainment. The Conversation · Sep 2
Thai activist jailed for two years over insult to monarchy Tuatulanon says she stands by everything she said during the broadcast The Independent UK · Sep 2
Agatha Bristol Mystery: The Sperm Bank Employee 'Caught Drinking' Samples in Viral Claim 'Agatha Bristol' sperm bank claim resurfaces online, but no credible evidence confirms the alleged incident or arrest. International Business Times UK · Sep 2
What is the ‘Cat in the Hat’ viral trend that is landing teens in trouble with the law? Authorities in Kentucky and Colorado have cracked down on the trend over concerns about students’ safety The Independent UK · Sep 1
The National (Scotland) · Sep 1 Scottish Tory councillor breached rules by leaking emails to Facebook group A SCOTTISH Tory councillor who leaked confidential emails to a Facebook group has been found guilty of breaching the code of conduct ...
Euronews · Sep 1 The road to Dunesday: Euronews Culture's massive Fall movie preview There's still plenty of cinematic goodness to look forward to in the last four months of 2026. Here are our picks for the hotly awaited movies you won't want to miss.
The Independent UK · Sep 1 The Balance Phone review: “A solid remedy for doomscrollers” Can this phone help you take back control over your spare time? I put it to the test
The Independent UK · Sep 1 Aaron Sorkin hits refresh on Facebook in 'The Social Reckoning' — Fall Movie Preview When Aaron Sorkin made 2010’s “The Social Network,” he had heard of Facebook, he said at the time, “the way I’ve heard of a carburetor.”
International Business Times UK · Aug 31 Harry and Meghan Likened to 'Mickey and Minnie Mouse' Taking on 'King Kong' After Meta Criticism Prince Harry and Meghan Markle face criticism for their comments on Meta's child safety settlement, with a columnist likening them to 'Mickey and Minnie Mouse' taking on 'King Kong'.
International Business Times UK · Aug 31 Temu's $962M Meta Ad Blitz Under Fire: 73% of Top Creators Likely Fake, 47 Based in Russia and China Research estimates Temu spent $962 million on Meta ads as 73 of its top 100 creators showed signs of likely inauthenticity
Latin Times · Aug 31 As Latino Parents Struggle With Kids' Screen Time, Tech Companies Are Building New Digital Guardrails Most parents of young children already have rules about screens, but relatively few say those rules are followed consistently. At the same time, smartphones, gaming systems, tablets and social media have become embedded in children's daily routines, leaving families searching for ways to manage not only how much time children…
The Economic Times · Aug 31 Meta removes ads for fraud apps posing as porn after India sounds alarm The government said ads on Facebook and Instagram operating under names such as "Night Play" and "Kyss" directed users to phishing websites. It said it had observed a rise in financial fraud involving what it described as "malicious Android applications masquerading as pornography apps".
The Economic Times · Aug 31 Explained | Settlement requires Meta to check young users' ages: How will that work? Here is a look at what Meta said it will do to ensure that users are as old as they say they are, and some of the legal issues that could complicate age checks.
Kiplinger · Aug 31 Meta’s Business Set to Escape Lawsuits Unscathed Meta’s $17 billion settlement with state attorneys general includes a long list of restrictions for teen users, but it won’t hold back its underlying business.
We Got This Covered · Aug 31 ‘Ridiculous’: Florida Amazon driver mistakes a $4 cake pop for a free snack. Then the bakery publicly shames him and labels him a thief The sign said “Treat yourself,” so he did