MEDIA

Oct 09 2024POLITICS

X Returns to Brazil After Meeting Court Demands

After a long back-and-forth, Elon Musk’s X is back online in Brazil. The Supreme Court there authorized the social media platform’s return, roughly a month after it was blocked across the country. The dispute began when Musk disagreed with a judge’s rulings on free speech and misinformation, even ca

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Oct 09 2024POLITICS

Vice President Kamala Harris’ Media Blitz: What It Means

Vice President Kamala Harris is making waves with her latest media tour, appearing on three national shows in one day. With the election just a month away, Harris is using this time to introduce herself to voters who haven’t yet made up their minds. Her appearances on "The View," with Howard Stern,

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Oct 09 2024HEALTH

TikTok's Pain Points: States Target App's Effects on Kids

Fourteen states have joined forces to sue TikTok, claiming the social media platform is severely harming children's mental health. The suits, filed by attorneys general from various states, highlight several issues with TikTok's design. These include its infinite scrolling feature, which can keep ki

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Oct 08 2024HEALTH

TikTok Faces Legal Battle Over Kids' Mental Health

Fourteen states have sued TikTok, claiming the social media platform harms children’s mental health and collects their data without consent. The attorneys general, from states like New York and California, argue TikTok makes false claims about its safety for young users. They point out features like

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Oct 08 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Snoopy Fans Split Over Account's Political Post

Recently, Snoopy fans found themselves in a pickle. A popular X account, Snoopy Weekly, decided to wade into politics and endorsed former President Trump. This wasn't just any account; it had over 19,000 followers who loved Snoopy, the beloved beagle from the “Peanuts” comic. Snoopy, known as Charl

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Oct 08 2024TECHNOLOGY

TikTok in Legal Trouble: States Sue Over Kids’ Mental Health

Fourteen US states have filed lawsuits against TikTok, blaming the app for harming kids’ mental health. They say TikTok’s never-ending feed, late-night notifications, and risky challenges keep kids glued to the platform. The states argue that TikTok’s focus on profits makes it addictive and harmful.

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Oct 08 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris's Podcast Chat: A Fresh Direction?

Vice President Kamala Harris has started a media blitz, but her choice of platforms has raised eyebrows. Instead of tackling tough interviews, she’s opted for laid-back chats like "Call Her Daddy," a podcast known for its candid talks about relationships. Harris is hoping to connect with younger aud

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Oct 08 2024SPORTS

College Athletes Face Betting-Related Harassment on Social Media

Imagine being a college athlete and receiving nasty messages from people who lost bets on your games. That's what many college athletes are dealing with. A study by the NCAA and a data science company shows that at least 12% of public social media abuse against college athletes comes from "angry spo

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Alex Cooper's Podcast Stirs Controversy with Kamala Harris Interview

Alex Cooper, the host of the popular Call Her Daddy podcast, has been facing some heat from her fans. The backlash came after she interviewed Vice President Kamala Harris. Some listeners felt that the interview was more like a political advertisement than the frank and fun discussions they were used

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Oct 07 2024CELEBRITIES

Valerie Bertinelli Steps Away from Social Media for a Break

Actress and TV personality Valerie Bertinelli, known for her roles in Hot in Cleveland and One Day at a Time, has decided to take some time off from social media. At 64 years old, Bertinelli has been busy promoting her new cookbook called Indulge: Delicious and Decadent Dishes to Enjoy and Share. Re

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