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Instagram users noticed the platform was overwhelmingly suggesting Creed's 1999 hit 'Higher' as a soundtrack for all types of posts, from dog photos to barbecue videos, leading to widespread confusion and conspiracy theories. Instagram has since apologized, admitting an algorithmic bug caused the song to be recommended 'to more people than intended' and is working on a fix.
Caitlin Moran details the dramatic transformation of social media from a hopeful, revolutionary platform into a toxic 'hellhole' of radicalization and abuse, advocating for disconnecting from online life and engaging in real-world actions to regain hope and improve well-being.
TikTok's first week under US ownership was plagued by technical outages blamed on a winter storm, widespread accusations of censoring content critical of federal immigration agents and Donald Trump, and a significant drop in user trust leading to an exodus to competitor apps.
TikTok is facing a storm of challenges post-new U.S. ownership, including major technical glitches from a power outage and accusations of censoring content, particularly critical of Donald Trump. These issues have led to a significant spike in app uninstalls, prompting California's Governor to launch an investigation, even as TikTok attributes problems solely to technical faults.
Comedian Megan Stalter and other TikTok users faced difficulties uploading videos critical of ICE, leading to accusations of censorship. These issues arose shortly after a change in TikTok's US ownership to a joint venture with ties to the Trump administration. While TikTok blames a power outage for glitches, users and experts express skepticism, fueling concerns about content moderation and platform trust.
Explore the modern dating milestone of 'going Instagram official' through the lens of celebrity relationships. This article humorously critiques various approaches, from Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau's classic announcement to Ariana Grande's barely-there reveal, Selena Gomez's panicky delete, and Taylor Swift's audacious royal name-check.
