#Social Media

Mexico Initiates Strict Social Media Control Following School Attack

Politics 10/03/2026, 14:59

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced a bill requiring social media platforms to remove violent content following a tragic school attack in Coahuila.

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AI to Suggest Reels Trends: Instagram Launches Smart Bot in Edits

Technology 10/01/2026, 14:21

Instagram integrates an AI bot into the Edits video editor to find Reels trends. The tool analyzes metrics but requires a Meta One subscription for expanded access.

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"It's normal to be afraid": Yeva Korshik responds to hate over her reaction to a rocket sound

Incidents 10/01/2026, 13:49

Blogger Yeva Korshik responded to hate over a video showing her reaction to a rocket sound, explaining that feeling fear during war is completely normal.

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Mother finds unusual haircut method to tell her twin children apart

Incidents 09/29/2026, 18:47

A mother of twins found an unusual way to tell her children apart by shaving numbers 1 and 2 into their hair, sparking reactions on social media.

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The Pistachio Cult: Why This Flavor Has Taken Over Coffee Shops, Stores, and Social Media

Economy 09/27/2026, 00:51

The pistachio has become a leading gastronomic phenomenon, taking over coffee shops, stores, and social media through viral desserts and unique versatility.

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TikTok Agrees to Pay Alabama $100M and Implement Teen Restrictions

Technology 09/26/2026, 15:38

TikTok has agreed to pay Alabama $100 million and limit teen app usage to two hours daily to avoid a public trial over child safety concerns.

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The Russian Language in Ukrainian Blogging: Which Well-Known Influencers Have Not Abandoned It in 2026

Culture 09/24/2026, 21:53

Styler compiled a selection of Ukrainian bloggers who, as of September 2026, continue to produce content in Russian: Alkhim, Makeieva, Venum, Pokreshchuk, hava.off, and Rogovenko.

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Unlimited recruitment: Russia mass-advertises contracts, promising to accept even those with HIV and fitness category 'D'

Politics 09/17/2026, 20:40

In Russia, the number of contract recruitment ads in social networks has surged: recruiters promise millions and claim they will accept even those with HIV and fitness category 'D'. Meanwhile, the pace of contract signings in 2026 is falling by 10%.

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Meta Launches Paid Meta One Subscription: AI Features in Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp Now Behind a Paywall

Technology 09/17/2026, 05:28

Meta has officially launched the paid Meta One subscription, which bundles AI features from Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. User plans start at $3.99, while business plans go up to $499 per month.

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EU KIDS Act: How the European Union Will Build a Three-Tier Age-Access Control for Children's Use of Social Networks and AI Companions

Technology 09/15/2026, 01:28

The European Commission is preparing the EU KIDS Act proposal with a three-tier access system: under 13, accounts are created only by parents; 13–15, restricted accounts with controls; from 15, independent registration.

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Your Photos and Chats Are Already Training AI: How to Limit Data Access in Meta, TikTok, YouTube, and X

Technology 09/14/2026, 19:30

Social networks train generative AI models on your posts, photos, and chats, and you can only partially opt out of this, mainly in the EU. We break down how to limit data access in Meta, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, and X.

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"I'll Leave Immediately": Jennifer Lawrence Debuts on Instagram With One Condition — No Negativity

Culture 09/11/2026, 10:00

Jennifer Lawrence published her first video on Instagram on September 10 and immediately set a condition: if there are negative comments, she will leave the platform. The actress appeared without makeup, and she was supported by her colleagues.

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Jennifer Lawrence appeared on Instagram: the @jlaw account gathered nearly 400 thousand followers in a day

Culture 09/10/2026, 10:29

Oscar-winning Jennifer Lawrence, who had avoided social networks for years, appeared on Instagram under the nickname @jlaw. By September 9, the page had gathered more than 395 thousand followers, however her team has not yet confirmed the authenticity of the account.

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"It Was a Blow": Alexey Sukhanov Speaks Openly About 11 Years on 'Govorit Ukraina' and the Pain of the Project's Closure

Culture 08/28/2026, 04:48

In a candid interview, Alexey Sukhanov called the closure of 'Govorit Ukraina' a personal blow, compared the project to a child and a family, but stressed that 11 years of social broadcasting brought real changes to the lives of its heroes.

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Bluesky Takes on TikTok: Videos Up to 10 Minutes, Uploads 2–3 Times Faster, and a 300 MB Limit

Technology 08/27/2026, 23:35

Bluesky has raised its video limit to 10 minutes and 300 MB, speeding up uploads by 2–3 times. The update, available across the entire AT Protocol network, aims to halt a 25 percent annual audience decline and catch up with TikTok.

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A programmer hooked a dog shock collar to his smartphone to stop scrolling social media: the first shock nearly ended in a smashed phone

Technology 08/25/2026, 22:43

South African developer Liam Cloppers hooked a dog shock collar to his smartphone to fight his social media addiction. The first test was so painful that he replaced the electric shocks with an irritating beep.

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Grandma Millionaires: How Ukrainian Pensioners Conquered TikTok and Proved Age Is No Barrier to Fame

Culture 08/25/2026, 21:12

Ukrainian pensioners have conquered TikTok: sincerity, rural life, and the support of grandchildren have turned them into internet stars with hundreds of thousands of subscribers and advertising contracts.

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The Meta Trial: 29 US States Demand Removal of the 'Like' Button and Infinite Scroll

Technology 08/20/2026, 07:53

A six-week trial of 29 US states against Meta has begun in the United States: the plaintiffs are demanding billions of dollars and the removal of the 'Like' button and infinite scroll, accusing the company of creating addiction in children.

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