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Detroit Police temporarily shut down Lime scooters in downtown Detroit after receiving reports of a possible teen takeover. The action was taken as a precaution following social media posts encouraging teenagers to gather near Campus Martius. In response, police also increased patrols and continue monitoring the area.

A west suburban man is accused of sexually assaulting young girls he met on social media platforms. Officials released information regarding this incident involving a Lombard resident.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez posted video clips on social media stating that she would freeze her eggs. The posts were shared Saturday night and included discussion of the personal decision alongside her ongoing thoughts regarding a presidential run.

Changes to Turkey’s cyber law are shifting sweeping powers to the presidency. This move has raised concern regarding mandatory 'absolute digital obedience' among social media and gaming platforms.

Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley eulogized a beloved vacuum cleaner named Beth. The vacuum has been in the senator’s family for nearly 50 years and was featured on his social media. He shared a post stating, “U willl see Beth no more.”

Senator Chuck Grassley announced the death of his vacuum, named Beth. The Senator is from Iowa and often posted about the vacuum's life around the holidays. He reportedly uses a social media platform with an irreverent style.

A 32-year-old man named Di-Quan Schafar Hunt was charged with assault in Charlotte, N.C., after police investigated social media videos allegedly showing him assaulting or harassing people. One specific video reportedly showed him punching a woman on a sidewalk off East Boulevard after saying, “Don’t wave to me.”

A 32-year-old man named Di-Quan Schafar Hunt was arrested and charged with assault after being seen in social media videos appearing to punch or harass multiple people in Charlotte’s South End. Police connected the charges to a video that showed him allegedly punching a woman on East Boulevard, an incident where the victim suffered serious injuries. He has been charged with several crimes, including assault with a deadly weapon and violating domestic violence orders.

Francesca Hong expressed a controversial stance on canceling Thanksgiving and faces challenges addressing her past social media positions as the primary election approaches in Wisconsin.

Some Gen Z individuals are switching to 'dumb' phones to reduce social media use and disconnect from smartphones. A 23-year-old cited mental clarity as a benefit of this transition.

A recent undercover sting in San Francisco led to the arrest of suspected child predators using social media and online gaming platforms. Authorities highlighted the dangers children face on these platforms, with Sheriff Paul Miyamoto emphasizing predators' use of such channels.

The Kids Online Safety Act, a bill intended to protect children on social media, has moved to the Senate floor after previously stalling in the last Congress. The measure aims to enhance safety for children using social media platforms.

BJP requests action against individuals denigrating Hindu religion and temples on social media. A delegation led by TTD Board member Bhanu Prakash Reddy submitted 39 video clips to DGP (Cybercrime) Ravi Shankar Ayyanar, seeking an FIR and investigation.

India's Gen Z protest movement, known as the Cockroach Janta Party, is shifting focus to online platforms like Instagram and memes as street protests subside. The battle over the movement's legacy is intensifying in the digital space.

Far-right leader Tommy Robinson defended Muslim student Aisha Khan-Aziz after she faced online abuse over remarks made during an Oxford Union debate. Khan-Aziz's joke about Robinson and the union's Muslim student support was taken out of context, prompting a backlash that Robinson later criticized as misrepresenting her intent.

A cat named Toast survived a devastating fire in a Utah apartment complex by sheltering in a closet for three days. The blaze displaced more than 40 families and sparked social media discussions about cats having nine lives.

ICE pepper-sprayed a 72-year-old woman in New York City, as shown in a social media video. Governor Hochul expressed anger over the incident.

Social media and AI are transforming how Indians plan and experience travel, with platforms like reels influencing trip decisions. The article highlights the growing role of technology in shaping travel behaviors.

Edappadi Palaniswami, AIADMK chief, condemned the arrest of Udhayanidhi Stalin. He also stated that Udhayanidhi should be cautious with his speech.

A user received an unsolicited Discord message from a profile claiming to have found them through a server member list. The sender invited them to play 'De-Extinct Jurassic Dinosaurs' to combat loneliness but refused to share other social media accounts. The user suspects a scam and questions the authenticity of shared images, noting inconsistent AI detection.

A 65-year-old repeat sex offender in Hong Kong was sentenced to four months in prison for groping a secondary school student on a bus. The incident, captured in a video uploaded to social media, led to widespread public attention.

A top UK specialist warns that autism is being overdiagnosed, attributing this trend to the influence of social media making it too popular.

The U.S. preteen suicide rate has risen sharply since 2008, with 194 preteens dying by suicide in 2025—the highest since 2001. Experts cite stressors like the pandemic, social media, bullying, and policies restricting gender-affirming care. A Chicago girl’s case highlights challenges in accessing mental health care.

Delhi police are targeting social media accounts sharing misleading videos about the Jantar Mantar protest, which falsely depict the concluded agitation as ongoing. Meta and X have been ordered to remove such content, while authorities identify accounts for potential legal action.

Camille Le Coz of Migration Policy Institute Europe analyzes the Ceuta migrant crisis, arguing it is being politicized to frame Europe as under attack. She highlights structural factors like demographic pressures in North Africa, European labor shortages, smuggling networks amplified by social media, and the use of migration crises for domestic political gain.

Moroccan authorities have attributed the recent migration surge into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, which saw approximately 60,000 migrants, to social media and human trafficking. The influx has been directly linked to these factors by Moroccan officials.

Morocco's interior ministry attributed a surge in migrants attempting to reach Spain's Ceuta to 'misleading information' on social media, reporting 11 deaths compared to Spain's claim of at least 72.

Myspace may experience a resurgence despite its decline as a social media platform. The site remains accessible but has lost its former prominence.

A Malaysian boy is on trial for allegedly murdering a girl at school. The case has shocked Malaysia and sparked debate about social media's impact on children.

A growing number of Gen Z individuals are abandoning smartphones and social media, despite having grown up with these technologies. CBS News' Maya Blackstone reports on this emerging trend.

The article discusses the 'luteal uglies,' a term linked to the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, and explores how increased social media discourse about this phase is affecting women.

Myspace could experience a resurgence despite its previous decline as a social media platform. The site remains accessible but has lost its former prominence.

Rep. Max Miller denied abuse allegations from his ex-wife and stated he will not leave his reelection campaign. He claimed the allegations have harmed his reputation and caused personal pain.

The Indian diaspora in China raised concerns about visas and social media during the embassy's first Open House in years. The mission hosted an outreach initiative, bringing together Indian professionals in Beijing to discuss issues affecting the community.

Duogox, an online casino, is accused of using hacked social media profiles to distribute USD2500 promo codes. Users claim they cannot withdraw earnings or deposits due to unverified accounts and mandatory crypto chargebacks, with no customer support available.

A 76-year-old baby boomer adapted to technological advancements, taking a webmaster class in 2000 and starting a freelance web design business. She embraced changes like social media and video editing for a community TV show, staying relevant in her career.

Migrants in Ceuta filmed themselves cheering in the streets after thousands of youths were lured by social media posts.

The UHaifa International Master's program encourages prospective students to watch social media content featuring current students' experiences to gain an authentic perspective. The article is sponsored by the program and highlights unfiltered student stories and vibes.

Student groups have returned to Jantar Mantar to verify social media claims of fresh protests, using vendor and CCTV footage to debunk the viral videos. They plan to pursue police action against accounts spreading the false information.

Spain's migrant crisis in Ceuta has triggered political tensions across Europe, highlighting divisions over migration. The situation has been amplified by social media, according to BBC reporter Sarah Rainsford.