Social Media: News

26 Dec 2024

Bluesky

X-rival Bluesky trials 'trending topics' feature to improve user engagement

Popular social network Bluesky has started beta testing a new 'trending topics' feature. The update is available on both desktop and mobile versions of the platform.

25 Dec 2024

Google

Google's 'ugly sweater' contest: Sundar Pichai's cricket-themed pullover goes viral

Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, recently took part in the company's first-ever "ugly sweater" holiday contest.

24 Dec 2024

Elon Musk

AI 'slop' flooding your social media? How to avoid it

The fast-paced evolution of technology has led to the emergence of a new phenomenon called 'slop' - a term that refers to low-quality, AI-generated content on social media.

24 Dec 2024

Google Maps

Why Google Maps fails to work in West Bank

Google Maps, the world's most popular navigation app, is creating problems for users in the West Bank, as per WIRED.

21 Dec 2024

Mathura

10-year-old spiritual orator files complaint against YouTubers for trolling him

Ten-year-old spiritual orator Abhinav Arora has filed a lawsuit against a few YouTubers for allegedly trolling him and Sanatana Dharma on social media platforms.

20 Dec 2024

Vijay Sethupathi

'National Award loading': Fans praise Sethupathi's performance in 'Viduthalai 2'

The much-anticipated Tamil period crime thriller, Viduthalai Part 2, was released in theaters on Friday. Directed by Vetri Maaran and featuring Vijay Sethupathi, the film is a sequel to 2023's Viduthalai Part 1.

20 Dec 2024

Bengaluru

Unbelievable—IG account charging ₹99 to show-off Diljit fake concert experience 

In the age of social media, an Instagram account called "Get Your Flex" is exploiting users's Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO).

18 Dec 2024

Aamir Khan

'Wrong selection': Netizens slam FFI after 'Laapataa Ladies' misses Oscars 

The Film Federation of India (FFI) has been slammed by filmmaker Hansal Mehta and Grammy-winning composer Ricky Kej after Kiran Rao's satire drama Laapataa Ladies was left out of the Oscars 2025 shortlist.

17 Dec 2024

Elon Musk

'Khloe in WonderLand': Khloe Kardashian's video podcast coming to X 

Reality TV star Khloe Kardashian is all set to launch her video podcast, Khloe in Wonder Land, on Elon Musk-owned social media platform X (formerly Twitter).

17 Dec 2024

Donald Trump

No immunity for Trump in hush money conviction: NY Judge

Former United States President Donald Trump's conviction for falsifying business records in a hush money case has been upheld by a New York judge.

17 Dec 2024

Joe Biden

Wisconsin school shooting: Suspect identified as gun-toting 15-year-old girl

A 15-year-old student, identified as Natalie "Samantha" Rupnow, opened fire at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin on Monday.

14 Dec 2024

Vikrant Massey

'Social media pressure...': What prompted Vikrant Massey's acting break

Vikrant Massey, who was recently seen in Ektaa Kapoor's political drama The Sabarmati Report, has revealed why he decided to take a break from acting.

13 Dec 2024

Allu Arjun

Allu Arjun, arrested in theater stampede case, granted 14-day remand

In a shocking turn of events, Telugu superstar Allu Arjun has been arrested in connection with the Sandhya Theatre stampede case.

13 Dec 2024

Google

Google slammed for 'woke' Christmas ad featuring nonbinary influencer 

Google has come under fire for its new Christmas advertisement, starring nonbinary beauty influencer Cyrus Veyssi.

13 Dec 2024

Abhishek Banerjee

'Paatal Lok 2' reveals Jaideep Ahlawat's bloody return; see poster

Amazon Prime Video has officially announced the return of its critically acclaimed series, Paatal Lok, for a second season.

13 Dec 2024

Hyderabad

Mohan Babu, charged with attempted murder after assaulting journalist, apologizes

Veteran Telugu actor Mohan Babu has apologized to a video journalist he allegedly assaulted outside his Hyderabad residence earlier this week.

12 Dec 2024

Hamas

Israel arrests 30 citizens over alleged espionage for Iran 

Israeli authorities have arrested nearly 30 people, mostly Jewish citizens, on suspicion of spying for Iran.

09 Dec 2024

Box Office

'Amaran': ₹1.1cr lawsuit forces makers to delete this controversial scene

The makers of the Tamil film Amaran, featuring Sai Pallavi and Sivakarthikeyan, have finally deleted a controversial scene from the movie.

08 Dec 2024

Hollywood

Girls steered toward acting but...: Olivia Wilde criticizes gender bias 

Hollywood actor-turned-director Olivia Wilde recently spoke about gender disparity in the film industry at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia.

08 Dec 2024

IndiGo

Activist accuses IndiGo of inaction after mother 'robbed' on flight  

Trisha Shetty, founder of SheSays, has accused IndiGo of not coming to the rescue after her mother was allegedly "robbed" on a flight.

06 Dec 2024

Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish can't quit social media, calls it her 'cigarette'

Grammy-winning singer Billie Eilish recently compared her social media addiction to smoking.

06 Dec 2024

Christopher Nolan

'Oppenheimer' star Emma Dumont comes out as non-binary, changes name

Emma Dumont, known for their role in the Academy Award-winning Oppenheimer, has come out as non-binary.

06 Dec 2024

Amber Heard

Amber Heard is expecting second child: Report

Amber Heard, the 38-year-old Aquaman actor, is reportedly expecting her second child.

05 Dec 2024

Taylor Swift

Taylor's 'Eras Tour Book' renamed 'Errors Book' by disappointed fans

Taylor Swift's latest release, The Eras Tour Book, is a hit. It has taken the world by storm, selling 8,14,000 copies in its first week.

04 Dec 2024

Bombay High Court

Rupali Ganguly files defamation suit against stepdaughter Esha Verma: Report

Anupamaa star Rupali Ganguly has filed a defamation suit in the Bombay High Court against her stepdaughter, Esha Verma.

03 Dec 2024

Jaipur

'Aspirants' actor Naveen Kasturia ties the knot with Shubhanjali Sharma

Naveen Kasturia, who won hearts with his performance in TVF Aspirants, has tied the knot with his long-time girlfriend Shubhanjali Sharma.

Odisha: Actor playing demon kills pig on-stage; eats meat raw

In a shocking incident, a 45-year-old theater actor was arrested for killing a live pig during a performance in Odisha's Ganjam district.

03 Dec 2024

Chandrababu Naidu

RGV calls legal case linked to CM Naidu a 'conspiracy'

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is in legal trouble for a social media post allegedly targeting Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leaders, including Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu.

02 Dec 2024

Lifestyle

Organizing a scenic nature photography walk event

Planning a scenic nature photography walk unites enthusiasts and fosters a shared love for the natural world.

02 Dec 2024

Vivek Oberoi

Kavita Kaushik remarks reignite Vivek-Salman debate: Here's what she said

Former television actor and Bigg Boss 14 contestant, Kavita Kaushik, recently ignited a debate with her remarks on actor Vivek Oberoi's success.

01 Dec 2024

Children

Ready to 'engage' with Musk: Albanese on social media ban  

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has said that he is open to discussing the country's new social media legislation with Elon Musk.

29 Nov 2024

Australia

Meta criticizes Australia's under-16 social media ban

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has slammed the Australian government for hastily banning social media for people under 16.

29 Nov 2024

Pentagon

Video: Eerie lights over Capitol Hill cause UFO panic 

An unusual sighting of four bright lights hovering above the Statue of Freedom on the Capitol dome has sparked a flurry of speculation about possible extraterrestrial activity.

28 Nov 2024

Allu Arjun

'Pushpa 2': Allu Arjun addresses Fahadh Faasil's absence from promotions

As Pushpa 2: The Rule's release looms, stars Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna have been busy promoting the film. However, co-star Fahadh Faasil has been missing from the promotional events.

28 Nov 2024

John Krasinski

John Krasinski avoids internet after 'Sexiest Man Alive' backlash

John Krasinski, who was recently crowned People's Sexiest Man Alive 2024, has reportedly retreated from the internet after being hit by a wave of online trolling.

28 Nov 2024

Education

Organizing a refreshing watercolor painting retreat event

Planning a watercolor painting retreat is a rewarding endeavor, bringing together artists and enthusiasts for a unique blend of creativity, education, and relaxation.

Hyderabad streets flooded with blood-like red liquid, residents panic

The streets of Venkatadri Nagar in Hyderabad were recently inundated by a mysterious blood-red liquid that gushed out from a manhole.

27 Nov 2024

Aditi Rao Hydari

Aditi Rao-Siddharth ties knot again in a dreamy, royal affair

Aditi Rao Hydari and her husband Siddharth recently sent fans into a frenzy by sharing never-before-seen photos from their private wedding ceremony.

27 Nov 2024

Akhilesh Yadav

Wedding guests scramble for non-veg food, ignore veg stalls

A video of wedding guests scrambling to get their hands on non-vegetarian dishes has gone viral on social media.

25 Nov 2024

Apple

Apple users tired of AirPods Max issues. Time for recall?

Apple's premium over-the-ear headphones, the AirPods Max, are facing major backlash from users over ongoing Bluetooth connectivity issues and other operational problems.