Twitter testing prompt that asks people to read articles before retweeting them
The feature is being tested on Android "to help promote informed discussion," the company said.
Jack Dorsey says Twitter and Square will honor Juneteenth as company holiday
Celebrated on June 19, the date is considered the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States.
Social media users criticized for posing in front of damaged storefronts amid George Floyd protests
Some videos have surfaced on social media appearing to show some individuals capitalizing on a difficult time in the nation’s history with tone-deaf images of themselves posing in front of damaged buildings following protests and looting.
Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering' in election after fact-check added to mail-in ballot tweets
Twitter users will be able to click on a link to see verified information regarding mail-in ballots and false claims made by the president.
Charles County leaders concerned over social media posts
Charles County law enforcement is involved after people made social media posts that county commissioners found threatening, including the posting of their home addresses.
Study: 25 percent of most-viewed COVID-19 related videos on YouTube contain ‘misleading information’
Amid a rise in misinformation regarding the coronavirus pandemic, YouTube, which sees billions of views per day, hosts a large number of videos with millions of views that contain “misleading information” specifically regarding the COVID-19 crisis, according to a study published Wednesday in “British Medical Journal.”
Coronavirus prompts Twitter to allow employees to work from home 'forever'
Facebook, Google have also make work-from-home optional until next year.
Twitter to label disputed COVID-19 tweets
Twitter announced Monday it will start alerting users when a tweet makes disputed or misleading claims about the coronavirus.
Looking for love during social distancing? DC Fray says they have an answer
Social distancing for a lot of us means social isolation.
Woman who licked toilet in 'coronavirus challenge' admits she 'lied'
An aspiring influencer has explained her “coronavirus challenge” stunt was because she was so desperate for attention she allegedly staged herself licking a toilet seat “for clout.”
Facebook acknowledges a bug is blocking coronavirus news
Facebook says a bug in its anti-spam system is blocking the publication of links to news stories about the coronavirus.
Tito's Handmade Vodka does not want you to use it to make homemade hand sanitizer
Some fans of Tito's Handmade Vodka began tweeting at the Austin-based company that they were using their vodka for their recipes.
Mom praised for parenting skills after making son do pushups in public bathroom in viral lesson on respect
A tough Texas mom is receiving messages of support from other mothers after a photo of her parenting skills in action went viral.
TSA stops employees from using TikTok for social media posts
The Transportation Security Administration said Sunday it has stopped allowing employees to use the China-owned video app TikTok to create social media posts for the agency after the Senate’s top Democrat raised concerns about potential national security issues.
Dad warns parents to be vigilant after social media connects accused sexual predator to Virginia teen
A Northern Virginia father is warning fellow parents to be vigilant when it comes to knowing who your kids are talking to online.
Snapchat links Charles County murder victim, suspect: charging documents
Charging documents released Thursday are shedding more light on what may have happened in connection with the murder of a North Point High School student in Charles County.
AP source: AG William Barr tells people he might quit over Trump tweets
Attorney General William Barr has told people close to him he's considering quitting his post after President Donald Trump wouldn't heed his warning to stop tweeting about Justice Department cases, an administration official told The Associated Press.
Atlanta girl, 8, hosts Target-themed birthday party at local store, complete with uniforms
An 8-year-old girl celebrated her birthday at her favorite place: Target.
Romance scams costing Americans millions of dollars per year: FBI
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. That means reservations are being made, poetry is being written, and according to the FBI, scammers are on the prowl.
Facebook's official Twitter, Instagram accounts hacked
Facebook’s Twitter and Instagram accounts appeared to be hacked Friday afternoon.