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Business - Financial Times
Less than a quarter of UK workers want alcohol at social events
Increase in demand for games-based activities signals end of boozy Christmas party5 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Business - The New York Times
Ward Christensen, Early Visionary of Social Media, Dies at 78
Housebound during a 1978 blizzard, he and a friend began devising the first computer bulletin board, a forerunner of online services like Reddit, TikTok and Facebook.11 hours ago -
Tech - ABC News
GoFundMe bets social media can unlock Gen Z giving
New GoFundMe tools will make it easier to circulate causes across online platforms in a push to cater toward younger generations15 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
How Did Mark Cuban ‘Save’ Kevin O’Leary? Research Uncovers the Emotional (and Professional) Power of Strong Social Ties
Studies show friends can help you live a longer, happier life—and can impact your professional success.23 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
The TikTokification of Social Media May Finally Be Its Undoing
A case involving TikTok may have opened the door to holding platforms liable for the damage they cause.14 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Social Security funds could run out in 6 years under Trump plans: Analysis
Social Security’s trust fund reserves could be depleted as early as 2031 under former President Trump’s proposals, several years earlier than recent projections, according to an analysis from the ...16 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
Trump's Social Security plan could lead to 33% benefits cut: Analysis
Donald Trump's plans could undermine Social Security's financial stability and lead to a large benefits cut, nonpartisan think tank says.16 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
How to create a healthy relationship between kids and social media
Larissa May, the founder and CEO of "Half the Story," talks about how the nonprofit teaches kids about digital wellness and fostering a healthier relationship with social media.19 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Don’t sue or ban social media companies. Force them to change.
A design-based approach to harm reduction can hold every social media app — regardless of ownership — responsible for the well-being of its users.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
Meta Battles Social Media Addiction Lawsuit in Massachusetts
Meta, which owns and operates Facebook and Instagram, is facing accusations that it used tactics to get users hooked on its platforms.2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Woman sentenced over social worker stabbing
Fiyori Kesete attacked the victim without warning, stabbing her in the arms and head.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Massachusetts judge rules Meta must face state's social media lawsuit
A Massachusetts Superior Court judge has ruled Meta must face a state lawsuit, alleging the company knowingly designed and deployed features harmful to young online users. Suffolk County Superior ...3 days ago -
Tech - Wired
Social Media Swallowed Gen Z. This Film Shows Exactly How
Lauren Greenfield, director of the docuseries Social Studies, says we have to have empathy for teens growing up online. “It's not fair to ask them to self-regulate when the apps have been designed ...3 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Why Fashion Icon Rebecca Minkoff Says Entrepreneurs Need to Stop Chasing Social Media Virality
The ‘RHONY’ star and fashion entrepreneur encouraged startup founders to stop fixating on social media fame at the Inc. 5000 Conference in Palm Desert.3 days ago -
Tech - ABC News
Tech firms remove social media accounts of a Russian drone factory after an AP investigation
Google, Meta and TikTok have removed social media accounts belonging to an industrial plant in Russia’s Tatarstan region aimed at recruiting young foreign women to make drones for Moscow’s war in ...4 days ago - Russia -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Steelers have no comment about DeShon Elliott's social-media post about Mike Tomlin
When I first saw it, I moved on.4 days ago -
Tech - ABC News
Man arrested in SEC social media account hack that led the price of bitcoin to spike
An Alabama man has been arrested for his alleged role in the January hack of a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission social media account that led the price of bitcoin to spike, the Justice ...4 days ago -
World - ABC News
Tech firms remove social media accounts of a Russian drone factory after an AP investigation
Google, Meta and TikTok have removed social media accounts belonging to an industrial plant in Russia’s Tatarstan region aimed at recruiting young foreign women to make drones for Moscow’s war in ...4 days ago - Russia -
Business - CNBC
Some workers qualify for a maximum Social Security retirement benefit. But even people with moderate earnings can increase their checks
A 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment in 2025 will push Social Security benefits up for all beneficiaries, including high earners.4 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Canadians with nonterminal conditions sought assisted dying for social reasons
Some people have asked to be killed due to non-medical reasons – including isolation and homelessness. An expert committee reviewing euthanasia deaths in Canada ’s most populous province has ...4 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Social Media Layoffs Hit Meta
The tech giant confirmed an unspecified number of job cuts at WhatsApp and Instagram.4 days ago - Meta -
Top stories - CBS News
How culture and social media are shaping the 2024 presidential race
Dr. Marcus Collins, author of "For the Culture," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the influence of social media on voter decision-making. With 19 days left in the race, a CBS News poll reveals ...4 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Social media faces big changes under new Ofcom rules
Ofcom warns social media companies could face fines if they don’t comply with the new Online Safety Bill5 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Liam Payne Was 'Having a Lovely Day' and Spending 'Quality Time' with Girlfriend Kate Cassidy in Final Social Media Posts
PEOPLE can confirm that the former One Direction singer died after falling from a balcony at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Wednesday, Oct. 16.5 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Meta Will Face State Lawsuits Alleging Teen Social Media Addiction
Despite efforts to have two cases dismissed, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook will have a legal reckoning over allegations its platforms harm younger users.5 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Building Bridges to a Sustainable Future: How This Founder Merges Climate Tech and Social Equity
Willamette Technical Fabricators founder Alicia Chapman drives cleaner energy with a focus on the workers who bring it to life.6 days ago - Climate -
Politics - The Hill
Extra check coming to some Social Security recipients in November: Here's why
These two-check months happen a few times each year.6 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Trump Media stock surges as election betting odds shift, Truth Social launches streaming site
The DJT surge came as some election betting markets shifted in favor of Donald Trump over Kamala Harris, and as Trump Media launched a Truth+ streaming site.October 14 - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
Trump's DJT stock is surging, lifting Truth Social. Here's why.
Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group, which trades under the DJT ticker, jumped 18% on Monday. Here's why.October 14 - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Apple accused of restricting workers' Slack, social media use
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) filed a complaint against Apple on Thursday, accusing the iPhone maker of improperly restricting workers’ use of Slack and other social media. The agency ...October 14 - Apple -
Top stories - CBS News
Some Social Security beneficiaries will get an extra November check
Some Social Security beneficiaries will receive an extra payment next month. Here's who will get the extra checks and why.October 14 -
World - The Guardian
‘The purpose is social good’: Watford Women draw unique US investment
As well as helping to make the team financially sustainable, new partnership with Sound of Gol aims to tackle inequality. American investment in English football clubs is on the rise – from Arsenal ...October 14 -
Top stories - BBC News
Briton died while climbing bridge for social media, Spanish authorities say
The unidentified 26-year-old man fell to his death while creating social media content, according to local authorities.October 14 -
World - ABC News
Social Democrats win round 1 of Lithuania's election and aim to oust the conservative leader
The opposition Social Democratic Party has emerged as the leader after the first round of national elections in Lithuania and says it will start negotiations to form a new government with ...October 14 -
Business - Financial Times
Social media must do more to tackle payment fraud, says UK regulator
Ministers urged to consider levy on tech groups to compensate victims of online scamsOctober 14 - United Kingdom -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
49ers fans troll Cowboys on social media after blowout loss to Lions
The 49ers Faithful wasted no time making jokes at the Cowboys' expense after Dallas' 47-9 blowout loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday at AT&T Stadium.October 14 - NFL