Bipartisan pair of senators demand Instagram shut down new map feature
"This addition is a cause of particular concern for us when it comes to children and teens that are active on Instagram," the senators wrote.
"This addition is a cause of particular concern for us when it comes to children and teens that are active on Instagram," the senators wrote.
Instagram rolls out maps, repost features to boost user experience
Instagram is rolling out new features. Here's what they are.
Instagram is rolling out new features. Here's what they are.
WhatsApp removes millions of scam-linked accounts
WhatsApp has removed 6.8 million accounts tied to global scam networks in the first half of the year.
WhatsApp has removed 6.8 million accounts tied to global scam networks in the first half of the year.
Viral sensations Louie and Todd redefine what it means to travel in style
Meet Louie and Todd, two globe-trotting British cats who?ve become viral sensations?racking up passport stamps and Instagram fans while proving cats can be just as adventurous (and trainable) as dogs.
Meet Louie and Todd, two globe-trotting British cats who?ve become viral sensations?racking up passport stamps and Instagram fans while proving cats can be just as adventurous (and trainable) as dogs.
Illinois ranks among top states for social media obsession, study says
How obsessed is Illinois with social media? A new study ranks the states—and Illinois lands high on the list.
How obsessed is Illinois with social media? A new study ranks the states—and Illinois lands high on the list.
Legal expert explains why companies need 'love contracts' after viral CEO-HR romance scandal
Experts recommend 'love contracts' and clear disclosure policies to manage potential conflicts of interest.
Experts recommend 'love contracts' and clear disclosure policies to manage potential conflicts of interest.
Michigan professor weighs in on Alex Bennett’s viral videos of talking to her baby like an adult
One mom influencer, Alex Bennett, has gone viral for her articulate conversations with her young daughter, and the internet has questions.
One mom influencer, Alex Bennett, has gone viral for her articulate conversations with her young daughter, and the internet has questions.
Suburban dad goes viral as 'Husband TikTok,' lands collabs with celebs like Landon Barker and Young Gravy
A suburban dad with a full-time job in transportation and four kids, including twin infants, Schenberg initially posted videos just for fun during the early days of the pandemic. But what started as a creative outlet quickly turned into a viral sensation.
A suburban dad with a full-time job in transportation and four kids, including twin infants, Schenberg initially posted videos just for fun during the early days of the pandemic. But what started as a creative outlet quickly turned into a viral sensation.
Is that 'thirst trap' helping or hurting you? Expert shares advice
Licensed clinical social worker Amy Morin joins us to break down the emotional impact of social media, from thirst traps to like counts, and offers real tools for protecting your mental health.
Licensed clinical social worker Amy Morin joins us to break down the emotional impact of social media, from thirst traps to like counts, and offers real tools for protecting your mental health.
Tea app fallout worsens as leaked selfies used in rating site, online map
The Tea app data breach has spiraled into online harassment, with leaked user photos reportedly used in a rating site and an unverified map. Experts say this wasn’t a hack—but a major security failure.
The Tea app data breach has spiraled into online harassment, with leaked user photos reportedly used in a rating site and an unverified map. Experts say this wasn’t a hack—but a major security failure.
Tea app, built for women's safety, suffers major data breach
Tea, an app designed to help women safely share information about men they date, has suffered a data breach.
Tea, an app designed to help women safely share information about men they date, has suffered a data breach.
Viral TikTok teacher breaks down Gen Z and Gen Alpha slang
In an era where generational divides feel increasingly wide, one middle school teacher is narrowing that gap—with TikTok trends, Gen Alpha lingo, and a good dose of humor.
In an era where generational divides feel increasingly wide, one middle school teacher is narrowing that gap—with TikTok trends, Gen Alpha lingo, and a good dose of humor.
Experts warn parents about rising sextortion scams trapping kids online
Online sextortion scams are up nearly 500%. Here’s how kids are being targeted—and what parents can do.
Online sextortion scams are up nearly 500%. Here’s how kids are being targeted—and what parents can do.
Rising sextortion scams trapping kids online, experts warn parents
Online sextortion scams are up nearly 500%. Here?s how kids are being targeted?and what parents can do.
Online sextortion scams are up nearly 500%. Here?s how kids are being targeted?and what parents can do.
‘Papa Jake’ Larson, D-Day veteran and TikTok star, dies at 102
D-Day survivor "Papa Jake" Larson shared his World War II memories with millions online.
D-Day survivor "Papa Jake" Larson shared his World War II memories with millions online.
Tinder launches new biometric face scan verification
Tinder rolled out the new security measure in California on Monday.
Tinder rolled out the new security measure in California on Monday.
YouTube raising minimum age for live streaming to 16
Starting July 22, YouTube will require users to be at least 16 years old to live stream on their own, tightening safety restrictions for teen creators.
Starting July 22, YouTube will require users to be at least 16 years old to live stream on their own, tightening safety restrictions for teen creators.
WhatsApp to start showing ads: What to know
WhatsApp announced it will begin displaying ads in the app’s Updates tab as part of Meta’s effort to generate more revenue.
WhatsApp announced it will begin displaying ads in the app’s Updates tab as part of Meta’s effort to generate more revenue.
Northwestern study analyzes viral teen skincare routines on TikTok
A new Northwestern Medicine study examines viral skin care routines posted by teens on TikTok.
A new Northwestern Medicine study examines viral skin care routines posted by teens on TikTok.
White Sox fans react to new deal that could lead to ownership change | ChicagoNOW
The Chicago White Sox announced Thursday that team chairman Jerry Reinsdorf and billionaire investor Justin Ishbia have reached a long-term investment agreement that could lead to a future ownership change.
The Chicago White Sox announced Thursday that team chairman Jerry Reinsdorf and billionaire investor Justin Ishbia have reached a long-term investment agreement that could lead to a future ownership change.