Raises 1.1m Social - QuikReader

Move Over, Duolingo. Dunkin’ Is the New Chaotic Social Media Power Player

The chain’s latest online shenanigans prove that everything—even a Halloween-themed doughnut—can become a meme.

Business - Inc. - October 24

Treasury confirms plans for inflation-busting rise in UK social housing rents

Rachel Reeves also announces £500mn cash boost to promote building of affordable homes

Business - Financial Times - October 25

Fake election-related videos being spread on social media

A video circulating on social media purporting to show a Pennsylvania election worker ripping up a ballot is fake. Our CBS News Confirmed team traced the video to an anonymous account with a ...

Social Democrats win Lithuania's election, overcoming center-right government

Lithuania’s center-left opposition parties celebrated victory after prevailing over the center-right ruling coalition in the final round of national elections

World - ABC News - October 28

'I Hate Gay Halloween' meme takes over social media

People on social media are showing off their niche costumes inspired by pop culture and partaking in what's been deemed the "I Hate Gay Halloween" meme.

Apparently fake social media accounts boost Azerbaijan before Cop29

Exclusive: Linked accounts on X push petrostate’s posts about climate summit and drown out criticism. Scores of apparently fake social media accounts are boosting Azerbaijan’s hosting of the Cop29 ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

Ahead of the Election, Social Media Platforms Have Given Up

If you thought 2020 was bad, decisions from Big Tech and the US government have led to an internet that’s even worse off.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

More Companies Boost Climate and Social Reporting Despite ESG Backlash

Despite sustained pressure from conservative politicians and activists, businesses are responding to investors and regulators who want to know about environmental, social and governance issues.

Business - Inc. - 4 days ago

WATCH: Social media-famous pet squirrel seized in ‘raid’

P'Nut was seized by wildlife authorities from Mark Longo’s New York home.

Mauritius suspends access to social media ahead of parliamentary elections

The government of Mauritius on Friday banned access to social media websites ahead of parliamentary elections later this month

Tech - ABC News - 3 days ago

Israeli budget hikes military spending, VAT, cuts social services

World - Yahoo News - 3 days ago

Crowds Get Ghosted by Fake Halloween Parade Invented on Social Media

World - Yahoo News - 3 days ago

Chicago School Board President Resigns Over Social Media Posts

One week into the job, the Rev. Mitchell Ikenna Johnson resigned amid criticism by elected leaders that his past posts were anti-Semitic and misogynistic.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

‘What a privilege … ’ trend catches on as gratitude makes social media comeback

Posts lauding anything from running in the rain to tiredness and a comfy bed are springing up on Instagram and TikTok. “What a privilege it is to run in the rain. What a privilege it is to have a ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Social Security’s trust fund is expected to be depleted in 2033. Where is the solution?

Voters want straight talk from candidates on this No. 1 issue.

Business - MarketWatch - 20 hours ago

Misinformation sows distrust ahead of election day

Crowdsourced voter fraud claims and fake videos are flooding social media, as the contest remains on a knife-edge.

New York authorities euthanize social media star Peanut the squirrel

Fred the raccoon was also killed by officials, who said the animals were a risk factor in the spread of rabies. An orphaned squirrel that became a social media star called Peanut was euthanized ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

For these experts, social media won't help call 2024 election: 'That's not a source'

In 2020, election-tracking organization Decision Desk HQ made waves by becoming the first to call the race for Biden. Here's how it plans to handle another close race in 2024.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 2 days ago

OpenAI Hires Co-Founder of Social Platform Rival to X

Gabor Cselle, a serial entrepreneur, was a Twitter employee a decade ago. More recently he helped start Pebble, a safety-centric competitor to Elon Musk’s X. What’s OpenAI up to now?

Business - Inc. - 20 hours ago

Democratic voter registration raises red flags for Harris

Democrats’ voter registration advantage has dropped in three key battleground states — Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Nevada — raising a red flag for Vice President Harris as experts cite a lack ...

Politics - The Hill - October 13

Interest rate cut hopes raised as wage growth slows

Expectations of a rate cut next month increase as pay growth slows to its lowest rate for more than two years.

UK to raise bank ringfencing threshold to ‘improve competitiveness’

Wider package of reforms expected ‘as soon as parliamentary time allows’, says minister

Business - Financial Times - October 15

North Korea again raises the specter of nuclear conflict

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has issued a stark warning that his regime would not hesitate to use nuclear weapons if any adversary attempts to use force against Pyongyang. Developments in the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 15

Adidas Raises Guidance on Better-Than-Expected Results

The German sportswear company cited better-than-expected results for the third quarter and brand momentum.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 15

Jackets raise Gaudreau banner on 'emotional night'

Emotions ran high in Columbus on Tuesday night, when the Blue Jackets paid tribute to Johnny Gaudreau and his late brother, Matthew, at their home opener against the Panthers.

Sports - ESPN - October 15

Gladia raises $16M for AI transcription and analytics

Gladia, an AI transcription and audio intelligence provider, has raised $16 million in funding.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 15

GM raises investment in lithium mine to nearly $1bn

US carmaker seeks to secure supply of metal expected to suffer shortfalls because of rising demand in switch to EVs

Business - Financial Times - October 16

Election Day restrictions in Georgia raise red flags

Voters in the battleground state of Georgia are now facing more barriers to casting their ballot, but there are ways around them, experts warned.

ABB Posts Higher Profit, Raises Margin Guidance

The Swiss industrial-technology company’s profit and revenue rose as the electrification business offset weakness in robotics, discrete automation and e-mobility.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 17

Debt rule to change to fund major projects

Government claims the move contrasts with former PM Liz Truss's controversial mini-Budget.

Netflix raises prices as boost from password crackdown fades

The streaming giant will charge subscribers more in some countries to fuel growth.

Elon Musk's PAC giveaway raises legal concerns

Elon Musk is giving away big bucks to random voters who sign a petition from his political action committee. But there's a catch — and it's raising concerns about possible campaign finance ...

Celtics raise banner 18 as franchise greats look on

It took 16 years, but the Celtics officially raised banner 18 to the TD Garden rafters Tuesday night, as franchise legends and a sellout crowd looked on.

Sports - ESPN - October 22

A Trump victory would end ‘normal’ politics between UK and US

Keir Starmer defends Labour activists helping Kamala Harris but if former US president wins, such activity could become diplomatic liability

Business - Financial Times - October 23

Heathrow says resumed dividends ‘probable’ as it raises forecasts

Airport’s peak summer season boosted by passengers transiting to Paris for Olympics