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Pakistani government proposes sweeping controls on social media
Pakistan’s opposition said Thursday the government is seeking to further suppress freedom of speech a day after it proposed sweeping controls on social media that could include blocking platforms ...ABC News - 3h -
South Sudan orders temporary ban on social media over violence in neighboring Sudan
South Sudanese authorities have ordered telecoms to block access to social media for at least 30 days, citing concerns over the dissemination of graphic content relating to the ongoing violence ...ABC News - 15h -
The TikTok ban and online migration
Online communities are nomadic – one digital place will never hold them forever. The United States of America deleted TikTok late in the evening of 18 January. I was on the train home from The ...The Guardian - 1d -
Perle Mesta, the renowned social queen of Washington
Socialite Perle Mesta used her fortune to host inclusive dinner parties in Washington, D.C., becoming one of the most famous women in the world – "The Hostess with the Mostes' on the Ball."CBS News - 3d -
Perle Mesta, the renowned social queen of Washington
The widow of a steel magnate, socialite Perle Mesta used her fortune to host inclusive dinner parties in Washington, D.C., in the 1940s and '50s, becoming known as "The Hostess with the Mostes' on ...CBS News - 3d -
USMNT's Tolkin 'regrets' social media activity
United States national team defender John Tolkin said he has regrets over his past activity on social media after joining Holstein Kiel in Germany.ESPN - 4d -
Duolingo’s Brilliant Social Media Marketing Move
A lesson in how any business can stay agile using trends, marketing and technology.Inc. - 4d -
A Big, Bold TikTok Ban
Banning the popular app is audacious. It’s also a sign that officials really believe the alternative is unacceptable.The New York Times - 5d -
Neil Gaiman, ‘Babygirl’ and the Ethics of Social Liberalism
The tortured quest for a morality both liberated and safe.The New York Times - 5d -
The Supreme Court Has Upheld the TikTok Ban. Here’s What Social Experts Think
The decision isn’t likely to end the creator economy—but it will change it.Inc. - 5d -
TikTok is the only truly democratic social platform. A US ban would rob us all | Sophia Smith Galer
Nothing has challenged Silicon Valley like the Chinese app. Blocking its use in the US would be like stealing half the books in a library. How many times in your life can you say that one of the ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
Users worried about TikTok ban appear to be downloading a different Chinese social media app
Chinese social media app RedNote is at the top of Apple's app store, underscoring concerns that TikTok will soon be effectively banned in the U.S.CNBC - Jan. 13 -
Don’t expect Mark Zuckerberg to save social media
Mark Zuckerberg's decision to do away with fact-checkers on Facebook and Instagram is not a solution to the problem of centralized power over speech, and congressional action is needed to dilute ...The Hill - Jan. 11 -
Shares in TikTok’s rivals gain as Supreme Court weighs U.S. ban for social-media app
The shares of publicly traded companies that compete with TikTok were gaining Friday as the video-sharing platform’s attorney faced tough questions from Supreme Court justices during oral arguments ...MarketWatch - Jan. 11 -
The coming battle between social media and the state
Behind the alignment of X and Meta with Trump is a cold business logic — and a position of weakness rather than strengthFinancial Times - Jan. 11 -
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The TikTok Ban Would Be Social Media’s First Extinction-Level Event
TikTok transformed everyday users into influencers and made entrepreneurs rich via its Shop feature. With the US ban looming, they could lose everything—and many don’t know where to go next.Wired - Jan. 10 -
The uncomfortable truth about social media networks
It may be impossible to run an uncensored network while presenting an environment where anyone can feel safeFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
Biden signs Social Security Fairness Act into law
President Joe Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law Sunday, marking what is expected to be one of the last major pieces of legislation of his presidency.ABC News - Jan. 6 -
Biden signs bill to increase Social Security benefits for millions of public workers
The Social Security Fairness Act repeals two provisions that reduced Social Security benefits for some public workers who also receive pensions.CNBC - Jan. 6 -
Biden signs Social Security bill that enhances benefits for millions
New law means police officers, teachers and others with public pensions will now collect their full Social Security benefits.CBS News - Jan. 5 -
Biden signs bill to boost social security payments for millions of public workers
President says Social Security Fairness Act will benefit ‘Americans who have worked hard all their lives’. Joe Biden has signed into law a measure that boosts social security payments for current ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
Millions to See Higher Social Security Payments from Biden Bill
This bill will affect 3 million people’s Social Security benefits.Inc. - Jan. 5 -
Biden signs Social Security Fairness Act
President Joe Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act, which will increase the benefits of Social Security for millions of public workers.NBC News - Jan. 5 -
What’s going to happen with Social Security and Medicare in 2025?
What retirees should know about these important benefits heading into the new year.MarketWatch - Jan. 4 -
The Papers: Social care 'cop-out' and 'Nice Littler earner'
Labour's social care reforms and Luke Littler's darts world title win lead Saturday's newspapers.BBC News - Jan. 4 -
Social Security Fairness Act set to get Biden's signature
Legislation granting full Social Security benefits to nearly 3 million retirees will soon get become law, advocates say.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
A(nother) Government Plan for Social Care
Health and Social Care Secretary promises to "grasp the nettle on social care reform”BBC News - Jan. 3 -
Algerian social media influencer detained in France accused of calling for attacks
The French interior minister has announced the arrest of a social media influencer from Algeria who is accused of calling for attacks in FranceABC News - Jan. 3 -
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Streeting defends 2028 timescale for long-term social care plans
The first steps to creating a National Care Service are announced - but critics say the pace of the plan "feels far too long".BBC News - Jan. 3 -
Later acquires social influencer app Mavely for $250M
Later, an influencer marketing and social media management firm, is acquiring social influencer app Mavely for $250 million.VentureBeat - Jan. 3 -
Streeting denies government is delaying tackling UK social care crisis
Veteran Whitehall troubleshooter Louise Casey to lead review into one of the country’s most intractable political problemsFinancial Times - Jan. 3 -
The Papers: Sara Sharif's dad 'attacked in prison' and social care 'shake-up'
Friday's papers carry a variety of stories, including news the government is launching a commission to reform social care.BBC News - Jan. 3 -
Parker Jones becomes social media scapegoat in Georgia's Sugar Bowl loss
A sideline interference penalty cost Georgia 15 yards, earning Parker Jones instant infamy.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3 -
What CCTV and social media videos reveal about New Orleans attack
BBC Verify’s Jake Horton looks at how the attack in New Orleans unfolded.BBC News - Jan. 2 -
UK tech secretary backs away from social media ban for under-16s
Peter Kyle had said option was ‘on the table’ after Australia restricted use of sites such as InstagramFinancial Times - Jan. 2 -
Carter Vail Takes the Leap From Social Media to Rock Star
He built a huge audience with ridiculous (and catchy) songs on social media. Despite negotiating a record deal and landing a European tour, he has no plans to change.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
Social pressure holds back sales of alcohol-free drinks, research finds
Other challenges include price and taste expectations, with Gen Zers most likely to succumbFinancial Times - Jan. 2 -
Beamer, Bielema continue feud on social media
South Carolina coach Shane Beamer and Illinois coach Bret Bielema continued their exchange Wednesday on social media after several testy moments during Tuesday's Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.ESPN - Jan. 1 -
Biden: New Orleans attacker's social media posts indicated ISIS ties
President Biden on Wednesday said the individual who carried out an attack in New Orleans that killed at least 15 people posted videos on social media hours earlier indicating they were inspired by ...The Hill - Jan. 2
