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Meta apologizes for 'error' that resulted in violent content flooding Instagram feeds
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, apologized Thursday for a technical error that resulted in some users' Reels feeds being filled with graphic or violent content. “We have fixed ...The Hill - 16h -
Meta apologizes for error that exposed Instagram users to violent content
Instagram users reported violent and other inappropriate content showing up in their Reels feeds.CBS News - 17h -
Meta says it fixed 'error' after Instagram users report a flood of graphic and violent content
Meta has apologized for a mistake that resulted in some Instagram users reporting a flood of violent and graphic content on their recommended content feeds.CNBC - 22h -
Instagram Reels flooded with violent videos before Meta says it fixed error
Users complained of ‘not safe for work’ videos in feeds despite some having enabled setting to filter such content. Meta Platforms said on Thursday it had resolved an error that flooded the ...The Guardian - 13h -
Meta launches $50M Meta Horizon Creator Fund
This week, Meta launched a $50 million Meta Horizon Creator Fund. Under the theme of “Shape what’s next,” Meta plans to reward creators who can innovate and earn with Meta Horizon Worlds. The fund ...VentureBeat - 5d -
Alabama has minimal margin for error -- and knows it
Last year's Final Four loss looms heavily over the Crimson Tide, who are dealing with newfound expectations.ESPN - 6d -
Ancelotti: No room for error in three-way title race
Carlo Ancelotti said the LaLiga title race has "reached a point where you can't slip up" as Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atlético Madrid go into this weekend's games with just a point between them at ...ESPN - 5d -
Arizona apologizes for fans' chant aimed at BYU
Arizona has apologized for a derogatory chant aimed at BYU following the Cougars' 96-95 upset of the No. 19 Wildcats.ESPN - 4d -
Tucker again denies allegations, also apologizes
Ravens kicker Justin Tucker has released a new statement maintaining that he did not act inappropriately while receiving professional bodywork treatment. He also offered an apology.ESPN - 12h -
The Delirious, Violent, Impossible True Story of the Zizians
A handful of gifted young tech people set out to save the world. For years, WIRED has been tracking each twist and turn of their alleged descent into mayhem and death.Wired - 6d -
After a Violent Kidnapping, Crypto Elites Hire Bodyguards
A spate of abductions has sent crypto executives and wealthy investors in search of ways to protect themselves.Wired - 2d -
Ban degrading and violent online porn, review proposes
A government-commissioned review will call for content showing women being choked during sex to be illegal.BBC News - 18h -
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Flooding likely as Met Office issues new amber warning
Wind and rain expected to have an impact across parts of the UK on SundayBBC News - 4d -
Heavy rain causes flooding and travel disruption in parts of Wales
An amber weather warning for rain was in place across Wales until 06:00 GMT on Monday.BBC News - 3d -
More rain on the way after flash flooding slams Pacific Northwest
A series of storm systems fueled by an atmospheric river brought flash flooding to the Pacific Northwest this weekend -- and more rain is on the way.ABC News - 3d -
'No apology will bring her back', says soldier's mum after inquest
A coroner has ruled the Army failed to protect Gunner Jaysley Beck from relentless harassment.BBC News - 6d -
Arizona apologize for anti-Mormon chants after team’s loss to BYU
Cougars upset win came after controversial calls Around 98% of BYU students are Mormons Arizona have apologized after some of the team’s fans directed abuse at BYU after the Cougars’ upset ...The Guardian - 4d -
NFL star Justin Tucker offers apology but denies sexual misconduct claims
Kicker says he is committed to respect of others Tucker has faced mounting accusations since January Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker has released a new statement maintaining that he did ...The Guardian - 19h -
Greek rail disaster report cites errors and major systemic failures
A long-awaited investigation into Greece’s deadliest train crash on has blamed human error, outdated infrastructure, and major systemic failures for the head-on collision that killed 57 people two ...ABC News - 20h -
Colombia risks return to violent past, says architect of landmark peace deal
Exclusive: The bloody foundering of President Gustavo Petro’s ‘Total Peace’ strategy is a ‘national failure’, says Juan Manuel Santos, who ended war with Farc guerrillas in 2016. Colombia risks ...The Guardian - 1d -
Gorn 2 Brings Back Ridiculously Violent Combat Later This Year
Gladiators in film and TV don't tend to have long lives in the arena, given the violent nature of their profession. But the gladiators in Gorn met even more gruesome fates when the game was ...GameSpot - 14h -
Meta Will Build the World’s Longest Undersea Cable
Meta’s Waterworth Project will provide internet connectivity on five continents, with landing points in India, the United States, Brazil, and South Africa.Wired - Feb. 19 -
Meta’s ‘free speech’ revamp divides oversight board
Independent body searches for ways to hold social media group to account over content moderation and hate speech changesFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Meta plans to release standalone Meta AI app in effort to compete with OpenAI's ChatGPT
Meta's upcoming AI app advances CEO Mark Zuckerberg's plans to make his company the leader in AI by the end of the year, people familiar with the matter said.CNBC - 9h -
ESPN plans to add user-generated content to upcoming 'flagship' streaming service
ESPN plans to add user-generated content features in its upcoming streaming application, which will cost either $25 or $30 per month, sources say.CNBC - Feb. 20 -
PGA Tour 2K25 release dates, pricing and content for every edition
PGA Tour 2K25 releases on February 28, but fans can get early access by purchasing different editions.ESPN - 6d -
Musubi, AI content moderation startup, raises $5 million in seed funding
Musubi, a startup that uses AI to moderate online content, raised $5 million in a seed round.CNBC - 6d -
Call Of Duty Uses Generative AI For Some Content, Activision Admits
An update to the Call of Duty HQ page on Steam confirms that Activision's development teams do in fact use "generative AI tools" as a means to "help develop some in-game assets.". About a year ago, ...GameSpot - 2d -
HTC launches Viverse Worlds for sharing web-based 3D content
HTC has launched Viverse Worlds, a destination for sharing 3D content that is accessible from just a web link.VentureBeat - 1d -
Right-wing influencers get binders labeled "The Epstein Files," downplay contents
Fifteen right-wing influencers said they obtained files regarding sex offender Jeffrey Epstein Thursday from Attorney General Pam Bondi.CBS News - 9h -
Right-wing influencers get binders labeled "The Epstein Files," downplay contents
Fifteen right-wing influencers said they obtained files regarding sex offender Jeffrey Epstein Thursday from Attorney General Pam Bondi.CBS News - 9h -
Kim Kardashian called him a Texas death row inmate on Instagram. He wasn't, and he's suing
Kim Kardashian confused a Texas death row inmate with a New York resident who is not a double murderer. He's now suing for defamation.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 21 -
Judges in D.C., Once Flooded With Jan. 6 Cases, Turn to Trump’s Executive Actions
The jurists are grappling with how to handle a different sort of bid for power by Mr. Trump, sometimes halting his blizzard of executive orders and sometimes letting them move forward.The New York Times - 5d -
Kim Kardashian sued after mistakenly IDing New York man as Texas death row inmate on Instagram
Kim Kardashian is being sued for slander and libel after she posted an Instagram photo that inaccurately labeled a New York man as a Texas death row inmate.NBC News - 3d -
Meta slashes staff stock awards as group embarks on AI spending drive
Most employees will receive about 10% less equity options this yearFinancial Times - Feb. 20 -
Meta approves plan for bigger executive bonuses following 5% layoffs
Meta's executive officers could earn a bonus of 200% of their base salary under the company's new executive bonus plan, up from the 75% they earned previously.CNBC - 6d -
Meta approves plan for bigger executive bonuses following 5% layoffs
Executives at Meta stand to get bigger bonuses this year.NBC News - 6d -
The Best Meta Quest Games You Can Play Right Now (2025)
Dipping your toes into virtual reality? From shooters to woodsy adventures, these are our favorites to play by yourself or with friends.Wired - 5d -
Meta announces experimental Aria Gen 2 research smart glasses
Meta revealed the latest version of its experimental glasses intended to help bolster research into artificial intelligence, robotics and machine perception.CNBC - 12h
