Social Media: News

18 Oct 2023

Malayalam Movies

Who was Kundara Johny—Malayalam actor who succumbed to cardiac arrest

The Malayalam film industry is mourning the loss of acclaimed actor Kundara Johny, who passed away due to a heart attack, reportedly. He was 71.

16 Oct 2023

China

Chinese model gains 35kg to impress boyfriend, faces rejection

At a time when weight loss journey videos are a hit, a former Chinese model gained popularity on social media for putting on about 35 kg in a month. The reason? To impress her boyfriend.

13 Oct 2023

Meta

After X, Meta cracks down on Hamas-related disinformation

Meta has taken action against disinformation related to Hamas on its platforms, including removing content that praises or significantly supports the Palestinian militant group.

13 Oct 2023

Threads

Threads introduces edit feature for all users at no cost

Meta is rolling out an edit button for Threads allowing users to tweak their posts within five minutes of publishing.

12 Oct 2023

Beauty

What is the latest 'fire chrome' manicure trend

Selena Gomez set the 2023 Video Music Awards (VMA) red carpet on fire with her stunning all-red ensemble.

12 Oct 2023

Makeup

Ombre concealer trend: A makeup hack you should know

In the world of makeup, there are no rules when it comes to creativity. People come up with various methods and hacks to create their desired makeup looks.

10 Oct 2023

Gwyneth Paltrow

No, Gwyneth Paltrow doesn't use her Oscar as a doorstop

Recently, Gwyneth Paltrow raised eyebrows everywhere by saying she uses her Oscar as a doorstop and that it works perfectly.

09 Oct 2023

Ektaa Kapoor

Ektaa Kapoor confronts trolls, supports 'Thank You For Coming'

Filmmaker Ektaa Kapoor recently made a bold move on X/Twitter, taking on trolls and defending her latest production, Thank You For Coming.

04 Oct 2023

Food

Caramel chai: Where sweet meets comfort

Chai aka tea is an aromatic comfort beverage that has won the hearts of people across the world.

03 Oct 2023

Malayalam Movies

Malayalam songwriter Arumughan Venkitangu (65) dies due to age-related ailments

Arumughan Venkitangu, a celebrated folk songwriter who played a pivotal role in the rise of late Malayalam actor Kalabhavan Mani's career, has died at 65.

29 Sep 2023

NewsBytes Exclusive

#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Funyaasi' creators share their joy of content creation

"Funyaasi" duo Shubham Singh and Dhruv Bisht are hands down one of the most entertaining content creator duos we have today.

29 Sep 2023

Beauty

Canthal tilt: TikTok's latest obsession with eye angle

A new TikTok filter is prompting some users to question their "attractiveness" based on their "canthal tilt," or the placement of the inner and outer corners of their eyes.

28 Sep 2023

X

X will be profitable in 2024: CEO Linda Yaccarino

At the Code Conference in California, Linda Yaccarino, CEO of the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, announced that the company will become profitable by early 2024.

27 Sep 2023

Humans Of Bombay

Humans of Bombay case: Amsterdam chapter thanks HONY, Brandon Stanton

Ever since Humans of Bombay and its lawsuit against People of India grabbed the headlines, the former social media page has been facing a lot of flak from netizens.

26 Sep 2023

Home Decor

Viral TikTok cleaning hacks that make household chores easy

TikTok is known for its short and engaging videos. Apart from its famous dance challenges and lip-syncing, TikTok has also become a medium for innovative cleaning hacks that make tidying up your living spaces quicker, more efficient, and even enjoyable.

26 Sep 2023

Humans Of Bombay

'Humans of Bombay' row: Brandon Stanton issues fresh statement

Brandon Stanton, founder of Humans of New York, has issued a fresh statement amidst the ongoing copyright controversy involving Humans of Bombay and People of India. Stanton, on Tuesday, in a statement said how "when art begins with a profit motive, it ceases to become art."

24 Sep 2023

Kiku Sharda

Comedian Kiku Sharda mourns loss of parents within 2 months

Comedian Kiku Sharda, well known for his stint in The Kapil Sharma Show, is going through a tough time after losing both his parents in the past two months.

20 Sep 2023

Tamil Cinema

Cool Suresh under fire for forcing garland on female host

A recent incident involving Tamil actor Cool Suresh has drawn criticism from fans and members of the industry alike.

19 Sep 2023

Russell Brand

Russell Brand assault case: YouTube suspends monetization on comedian's channel

British comedian-actor Russell Brand faced suspension of monetization on his YouTube channel after being accused of rape and sexual assault.

19 Sep 2023

Tamil Cinema

Composer-actor Vijay Antony's daughter Meera (16) dies by suicide

In a heartbreaking incident, 16-year-old Meera Antony, the daughter of renowned Tamil music composer, actor, and producer Vijay Antony, was found dead at her Chennai residence on Tuesday.

18 Sep 2023

K-Pop

Rowoon leaves SF9: Charting his journey with the K-pop group 

SF9, the K-pop boy band will be undergoing a transformation as it bid farewell to its lead vocalist, Rowoon.

18 Sep 2023

Beauty

Glossy goodness: Unveiling the 'honey lips' makeup trend

TikTok and Instagram have now become platforms for emerging trends, especially in beauty and self-care.

13 Sep 2023

AR Rahman

Chinmayi Sripaada backs molestation victims from AR Rahman's Chennai concert

Singer Chinmayi Sripaada has voiced her support for the women who reportedly faced molestation and harassment during a stampede at a recent AR Rahman concert in Chennai.

13 Sep 2023

K-drama

'My Dearest' Part 2 premiere date announced—here's what to expect

MBC's historical romance drama, My Dearest, which concluded its first part on September 2 with an impressive viewership, is returning for a Part 2.

12 Sep 2023

Mammootty

Mammootty's sister Ameena dies at 70—know more about her

Ameena, the youngest sibling of renowned actor Mammootty, has died at 70 after a long battle with age-related illness.

11 Sep 2023

K-Pop

'Give him a chance': iKON's Bobby reflects on B.I's departure

iKON, a globally renowned K-pop group, enjoys immense popularity globally.

09 Sep 2023

Olivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo's 'Guts' tops charts: Decoding artist's ascent to stardom 

Olivia Rodrigo's journey to stardom is nothing short of remarkable.

Tradwife trends: Is this lifestyle right for you

Tradwife content on social media platforms is an ever-increasing genre that has gained significant momentum in the United States over the past year.

07 Sep 2023

Food

Exploring Hwachae, Korean fruit punch that's taken over the internet 

The global fascination with South Korean pop culture and cuisine has contributed to the rise of the internet's new obsession - Hwachae.

07 Sep 2023

China

Double delight: Chinese primary school enrolls 12 pairs of twins 

An astonishing 12 pairs of twins are about to embark on their educational journey at a primary school in China.

07 Sep 2023

Clubhouse

Clubhouse is transitioning from live audio to group messaging

Clubhouse, the once-popular audio app, is shifting its focus from large-scale audio conversations to friend-centric voice chats.

07 Sep 2023

Skincare

SPF cocktailing: Analyzing this latest skincare hack

People are constantly inventing various skincare hacks to elevate their routines. One emerging trend gaining popularity, especially on social media platforms like TikTok, is SPF cocktailing.

06 Sep 2023

Vijay Deverakonda

Producer Abhishek Nama responds to 'Kushi' donation controversy—here's what happened

Vijay Deverakonda, riding high on the success of Kushi recently announced his intention to donate Rs. 1 lakh each to 100 families to celebrate the success of his film.

06 Sep 2023

Fashion

Easy-to-get-married style: Why it is controversial

A new fashion trend known as "easy-to-get-married" or hao jia feng in local lingo has been gaining popularity across social media channels in mainland China.

06 Sep 2023

Divya Spandana

Is Indian actor-politician Divya Spandana dead? Here's the truth

In the wake of the recent viral rumors surrounding the false death news of Nickelodeon star Josh Peck, another wave of misinformation has hit social media.

05 Sep 2023

K-Pop

SM Entertainment artists to join Weverse; launch date revealed

Weverse, a global platform for artists and fans to communicate, has announced that 13 SM Entertainment artists will join the platform, including Kangta, BoA, TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls' Generation, SHINee, EXO, Red Velvet, NCT 127, NCT Dream, WayV, aespa, and RIIZE.

05 Sep 2023

Hollywood

How #RIPJosh sparked unwarranted panic among Josh Peck fans

Fans were left in a state of panic when the hashtag #RIPJosh began trending on X (formerly Twitter), leading many to believe that actor Josh Peck—acclaimed for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles—had passed away.

05 Sep 2023

Relationships

ABC dating: The latest trend that couples are hooked onto

If 'Netflix and Chill' is how you still plan dates, then it's time to move on. ABC dating is the new trend that has Gen Z couples by the horns now.

Massachusetts teen dies after taking part in 'one-chip challenge'

Recently, a teenager from Massachusetts, a state in the northeastern United States, joined the "one-chip challenge," a viral social media trend that involves eating the spiciest chip in the world.

01 Sep 2023

TikTok

Analyzing the controversial 'boy moms' trend on TikTok

Mothers on TikTok are now being criticized and called "boy moms." Reason? For teaching their sons how to cook.