Meta agrees to new protections for teenagers in US in 18bn dollar settlement The agreement resolves claims filed by 47 US states accusing the tech giant of designing Instagram with addictive features. Evening Standard · Aug 26
Meta agrees to pay $17.1 billion to settle claims Facebook and Instagram harm children — here's what you need to know Meta agrees a massive settlement over alleged transgressions connected to the mental health harm its social media sites inflict on kids; major changes are on the way. Tom’s Guide · Aug 26
Five changes coming to Instagram and Facebook after Meta settlement Here are the biggest changes Meta has agreed to make across its platforms as part of a $17 billion settlement with 29 states The Independent UK · Aug 26
Meta shares hit 5% intraday high after $16.68 billion settlement over alleged harm to young users Meta shares hit a 4.96% intraday high after the company agreed to pay up to $16.68 billion to settle claims that Facebook and Instagram harmed young users. The settlement covers claims by 29 US states and requires Meta to introduce usage limits and stronger safeguards for children on its platforms. The Economic Times · Aug 26
Meta's $17.1 billion settlement will be over 12-times larger than the second largest big tech privacy settlement in the past four years The settlement is just 1.17% of Meta’s $1.46 trillion market cap. Fortune · Aug 26
Meta to pay Texas $1 billion in child safety case As part of Texas’ settlement, the tech giant behind Facebook and Instagram will apply stricter age verification measures and institute a daily two-hour limit for teens. The Texas Tribune · Aug 26
Meta reaches $17 billion settlement with US states over social media harm to teens Meta Platforms on Wednesday agreed to pay $17 billion to settle claims, filed by 47 US states, that the company designed Facebook and Instagram to deliberately make teens addicted to their products while deceiving the public, according to state attorneys general. The company agreed to add child-safety measures as part… France 24 · Aug 26
Meta agrees to pay $17bn in landmark US child-safety settlement deal The tech giant agreed one of the largest consumer protection settlements in US history, ending a trial that could have put Zuckerberg on the stand. Euronews · Aug 26
Everything that will change on Instagram and Facebook after bombshell court settlement Other sites such as YouTube, TikTok and Snapchat could be required to introduce similarly dramatic changes The Independent UK · Aug 26
South Carolina Primary Results: Darline Graham Wins GOP Senate Nomination With Donald Trump's Backing South Carolina primary results show Darline Graham securing the GOP Senate nomination following a major intervention by President Donald Trump, helping her campaign prevail in a closely contested runoff. International Business Times UK · Aug 26
Your private Instagram profile may not hide as much as you think — here's what an investigation found Even with a private Instagram account, a new investigation demonstrates how easily your personal information can be reconstructed. Tom’s Guide · Aug 26
Meta reaches $17 billion settlement in middle of teen social media addiction trial IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 26
Jennifer Garner Admits Financial 'Panic' After Divorce From Ben Affleck Left Her Feeling Broke Hollywood actress Jennifer Garner opened up about the financial anxiety she faced following her split from Ben Affleck and how concerns about her earning future helped shape her career and business decisions. International Business Times UK · Aug 26
Meta to pay up to $17bn and dramatically change Instagram and Facebook to settle huge US court case The agreement represents the largest ever Big Tech settlement and will force Meta to introduce sweeping restrictions on its platforms The Independent UK · Aug 26
The Independent UK · Aug 26 Meta reaches $17 billion settlement with states in landmark trial over teen social media addiction Meta has agreed to pay $17 billion and add child-safety measures to its Facebook and Instagram platforms to end a landmark trial over teen social media addiction and settle claims filed by 47 states
International Business Times UK · Aug 26 Drake Likes Fan Video Calling Him the 'Goat' While Fuelling New 'Fear of Missing Out' Album Rumours Drake has ignited fan speculation by teasing a new album, 'FEAR OF MISSING OUT', on Instagram, following his recent triple-album release. Fans are divided on whether a fourth album is imminent.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 26 First Thing: Pause on US immigrant visa leaves thousands of applicants in limbo All US immigrant visa applications halted as state department moves to tighten restrictions and limit access. Plus tributes pour in for Dolly Parton
International Business Times UK · Aug 26 'I Never Should Have Let You Go': Keith Urban Breaks Down in Tears on Stage After Nicole Divorce Keith Urban fought back tears during a live Atlantic City performance of a song about lost love, seven months after his divorce from Nicole Kidman was officially finalised.
Bored Panda · Aug 26 Man Faces Legal Trouble After Girlfriend Leaves 3,400 Lipstick Kiss Marks On His Car The incident has raised questions about how such a romantic gesture could lead to legal trouble.
The Independent UK · Aug 26 The private love story of Dolly Parton and her husband Carl Dean Country music legend’s death follows 17 months from that of her husband, the famously private Carl Dean
Salon · Aug 26 Millions of women trust Candace Owens Millions of people tune in to the conservative commentator each week. Here's why they trust her
Evening Standard · Aug 26 Dolly Parton will be remembered for ‘music people will treasure’ – Andy Burnham Speaking to reporters at a supermarket in London, the Prime Minister said: ‘I was a huge fan of what Dolly did around literacy around the world.’
The Economic Times · Aug 26 "Where is debate over men who approved ad?": Gaurav Gogoi questions disproportionate targeting of Kriti Sanon Actress Kriti Sanon faced public scrutiny over a recent television advertisement. Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi highlighted the patriarchal mindset in public discourse. Jewellery brand GIVA withdrew the advertisement after facing concerns. Kriti Sanon questioned the focus on women's clothing and cultural respect. Rahul Gandhi endorsed her view, stating women's choices…
International Business Times UK · Aug 26 Is Mark Ruffalo Antisemitic? Actor Calls Accusation 'Appalling' While Torching $111 Billion Merger Mark Ruffalo defends his criticism of Israeli PM and Paramount's merger, rejecting antisemitism claims. His social media posts highlight concerns over humanitarian issues and corporate influence.
BANG Premier · Aug 26 Billy Ray Cyrus shares Dolly Parton's amazing reaction to affair rumours Billy Ray Cyrus paid tribute to Dolly Parton with an amusing and heartfelt post.