Facebook and Instagram will let users turn off political ads ahead of 2020 election
The feature will allow people to turn off all social issue, electoral or political ads from candidates, Super PACs or other organizations that have the "Paid for by" disclaimer on them.
Twitter testing prompt that asks people to read articles before retweeting them
The feature is being tested on Android "to help promote informed discussion," the company said.
Twitter adds warning label to Trump's tweet for 'glorifying violence'
Twitter has added a warning to one of President Donald J. Trump’s tweets about protests in Minneapolis, saying it violated the platform’s rules about “glorifying violence.”
Trump signs social media executive order that calls for removal of liability protections over 'censoring'
Flanked by Attorney General Bill Barr, President Trump signed an executive order in the Oval Office on Thursday that interprets Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act of 1996 (CDA) as not providing statutory liability protections for tech companies that engage in censorship and political conduct.
Tito's Handmade Vodka does not want you to use it to make homemade hand sanitizer
Some fans of Tito's Handmade Vodka began tweeting at the Austin-based company that they were using their vodka for their recipes.
Wisconsin police department offers to test meth "contaminated" with the coronavirus
The department's Facebook post appears to be a joke, implying drug users would potentially turn themselves in by accident for fear they would be infected with the disease.
California couple who just adopted newborn girl showered with love on Southwest flight
A couple who adopted a newborn daughter in Colorado was heading back home to California and had an unforgettable experience on a Southwest Airlines flight.
Facebook content moderator files suit after having to watch child porn, mass shootings
A Facebook content moderator from Carrollwood has filed a class-action lawsuit against the social network and the Tampa subcontractor that employs him, accusing the two companies of not providing proper support to workers who have to view traumatic content.
Your tweets could be printed on Super Bowl LIV confetti
Fans can send a message to the Super Bowl champions by using the hashtag #NFLTwitter in their tweets.
Utah man gets locked inside 24 Hour Fitness after hours, shares selfies from inside facility
A Utah man was locked in a 24 Hour Fitness gym after swimming laps alone in the pool and he decided to have some fun with the late-night lockup.
Cardi B bashes Trump, says she's seeking Nigerian citizenship amid tensions with Iran
Although it’s hard to tell if the singer is serious about fleeing the U.S. for fear of an attack by Iran, a Nigerian government official responded to the tweet, noting that she is welcome in the country.
Online and social media romance scam bilks dozens of senior citizens out of more than $2M
Five people from Houston and Atlanta were charged on suspicion of scamming dozens of senior citizens out of more than $2 million through online dating and social media apps.
Dad shares one last beer with sons in photo taken hours before cancer death
In a viral photo, a father is shown having one last beer with his sons hours before he died of cancer.
LinkedIn helping business women grow meaningful online networks
These days, you apply for jobs online, create profiles on websites, and often connect with potential employers over email. So how do you surround yourself with the right community - when so few interactions are face to face?
Pasco County Sheriff's Office takes ownership of #9PMROUTINE
The Pasco County Sheriff's Office has officially taken ownership of an online phenomenon it started in 2016.
Instagram to hide number of 'likes' on accounts, influencers unhappy about it
No, it's not you: Instagram will be hiding the number of “likes” on certain accounts, but not everyone is happy about it.
Instagram removing 'likes' to 'depressurize' youth, some aren't buying it
Instagram has officially announced that it will begin the test of hiding “likes” for users in the United States.
‘The Muttcracker’: Ballerinas pose with shelter pets in magical holiday photo series
A photography project involving ballet dancers and shelter animals has helped the pets find forever homes.
Montana boy's feathery handmade Big Bird costume is a hit on social media
A little boy’s homemade Big Bird costume is being praised for its detail and cuteness.
Sharenting: Social media posts about your kids could lead to identity theft
You may want to think twice the next time you post about your child on social media. What you think might be a harmless post on your child's birthday or first day of school could give a criminal what they need to steal their identity.