Study: Russian Twitter Trolls Did Not Throw the 2016 Election to Trump There is "no evidence of a meaningful relationship" between Russia's influence campaign on Twitter and the 2016 electoral outcome. Reason · Jan 9, 2023
Did 'Every Conspiracy Theory' About Twitter Turn Out To Be True? The internal company documents offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse at how the federal agencies distorted the public debate on one of the world's largest social media platforms. Reason · Jan 9, 2023
Ex Brazil president Jair Bolsonaro admitted to hospital in Florida Far-right former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro was admitted to a hospital in Florida on Monday as about 1,000 of his supporters were rounded up in Brasilia after storming the capital. Evening Standard · Jan 9, 2023
Piers Morgan apologises to Ed Sheeran after his Twitter account was hacked The TV presenter’s account was hacked on Boxing Day, and the hacker posted a series of tweets Liverpool Echo · Jan 9, 2023
Steve Bannon's key role in Brazil riots Bannon and other Trump associates played a key role in stoking conspiracy theories before Sunday's attacks Salon · Jan 9, 2023
DMK vs governor: Twitter turns face-off in TN Assembly into heroic fight CHENNAI: "Kelambu Kelambu Andhu Pochi" (It's all over, get lost) from Rajinikanth-starrer "Kaala"; "It's Time To Give it Back Maame" from upcoming Vijay-starrer "Varisu"; and "Evanai Irundhal Enna" (Whoever it maybe) from Jayam Ravi's "Thani Oruvan". These are some of the high decibel songs that echoed on Twitter on Monday. The Times of India · Jan 9, 2023
Why Jair Bolsonaro left Brazil for Florida (and what Biden could do about it) Brazil's far-right ex-president was lying low in Orlando, Fla., as a mob of his supporters stormed government buildings this weekend. Analysts say the move insulates him from possible legal jeopardy. WEKU · Jan 9, 2023
Debate over washing legs in the shower reignited, leaving internet divided The online debate has been raging for almost four years Dublin Live · Jan 9, 2023
Golf influencer Paige Spiranac vows to change name to 'Alpha Jugs' in brutal put-down Paige Spiranac, the hugely followed social media influencer, produced a fantastic put down to a Twitter user who had complained that women golfers played too slowly on the course Daily Mirror · Jan 9, 2023
Pro-Bolsonaro violence: experts highlight role of social media platforms Sunday’s insurrection by supporters of far-right ex-president was organised first on private messaging networks, experts say The Guardian - UK · Jan 9, 2023
Images reveal riot damage to Brazil’s presidential palace as police clear pro-Bolsonaro camps President Lula to meet with army chiefs as he blames far-right former leader for inciting ‘terrorist acts’ The Independent UK · Jan 9, 2023
Finally Approved as House Speaker, McCarthy Aims To Cut IRS Funding Plus: More documents showcase government pressure on social platforms, appeals court to reconsider ban on nonviolent felon gun ownership, and more... Reason · Jan 9, 2023
Andrew Tate – live: No evidence for trafficking or rape charges against brothers, says lawyer Lawyer for Tate brothers says defence yet to be shown prosecution file The Independent UK · Jan 9, 2023
Who is Amelia Dimoldenberg and what does she do? We take a look at the ‘very serious’ journalist turned YouTube star from London Bristol Post · Jan 9, 2023
Caixin Global · Jan 9, 2023 Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Zhao Lijian Transferred to Ocean Affairs Department The official made a name for himself on Twitter, where his account has more than 1.9 million followers
USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 9, 2023 Twitter has thoughts about what Bears should do with No. 1 draft pick The Bears have secured the first overall pick, and NFL fans already have a ton of ideas for what GM Ryan Poles should do with it.
Reuters · Jan 9, 2023 China 'wolf warrior' diplomatic spokesperson Zhao moves to new role Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian, who gained prominence as one of China's most outspoken "wolf warrior" diplomats, has been transferred to its department that manages land and sea borders, according to the ministry's website.
Fortune · Jan 9, 2023 Employees and managers are split on this one factor of remote work that affects productivity Employers are asking their workers to return to the office in the name of productivity. But employees disagree on how productive they are when in the office—and risk being fired if they don’t show up.
Pedestrian.tv · Jan 9, 2023 If You Were Wondering What That Noise Was, It Was The Internet Fkn Screaming About The Bachelors OK but why did they blur out the educational rubber vagina and keep the cocky??
Reuters · Jan 9, 2023 Facebook, YouTube remove content backing Brazil attack Facebook parent Meta and Google's video platform YouTube said on Monday they were removing content supporting or praising the weekend ransacking of Brazilian government buildings by anti-democratic demonstrators.
The Independent UK · Jan 9, 2023 Piers Morgan apologises to Ed Sheeran following Twitter hack The TV presenter’s account posted a series of abusive messages on Boxing Day.
Glasgow Live · Jan 9, 2023 Kevin Bridges responds to trolls mocking his dad’s death at the weekend News of the death of Kevin's father broke on Saturday, with some Twitter users commenting on jokes Kevin made relating to the Queen shortly after she passed away in September.
Daily Mirror · Jan 9, 2023 Fisherman finds 'alien' creature that's nearly invisible and can blend into water Twitter users urged a fisherman to return an alien-like creature to the sea after taking a video of an almost entirely transparent creature attempted to climb out of his grip
Dublin Live · Jan 9, 2023 Dublin airport worker praised on social media for delighting passengers with dance moves A Twitter discussion about the security guard's antics led to him being identified as Dermot on social media
Manchester Evening News · Jan 9, 2023 Piers Morgan breaks silence after Twitter 'hack' to slam Prince Harry after series of TV interviews He has broken his social media silence to react to Prince Harry's round of interviews in both the UK and the US