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Legal challenge to Australia's social media ban to start in High Court
A rights group will argue the world-leading policy robs under-16s of their right to free communication.
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Social Security may have to cut retirement benefits in six years. Here's how much money is at stake for beneficiaries
The latest projections show Social Security may have to cut retirement benefits in six years. Here's what may happen if Congress doesn't prevent that.
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How social media are central to protests
As we saw in that report, protesters were frustrated at being kept on the outskirts of the French capital. There are also reports of social media posts about the demonstrations being suppressed. Daniel Quinlan has more.
Politics
How the streets and a social media army led Lula to a historic win in Brazil
After ending the first round 2.2 million votes behind his opponent, Flávio Bolsonaro, Lula won the election with a difference of 4 million votes, and will serve a fourth term as president
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Enduring memories and 'imposter syndrome' - The GAA Social meets Mayo star Carney
The GAA Social returns for an in-depth interview with Mayo All-Ireland winner and Footballer of the Year nominee Jack Carney.
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Social video captures moment Brazil’s election turned
Video shot by supporters of the candidates in Brazil’s presidential runoff show the moment the result began changing
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Gabon says access to social media restored after eight-month ban
The authorities had justified the ban by saying online content was fuelling conflict, while the opposition had condemned it as an abuse of power.
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Budget to include £1bn for social and affordable housing
The move will take funding for the 10-year programme to more than £40bn.
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Greece joins push to ban social media for minors
A growing number of countries are tightening rules governing children's online activity amid fears of addiction.
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Why social media has become an election issue in Brazil’s presidential race
Critics have accused the tech giant Meta of censoring the political campaign of President Lula and favouring Bolsonaro.
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How French police are harnessing social media to identify looters
French police are turning to social media to identify and arrest suspects linked to last weekend’s looting and unrest. Investigators are scrutinising videos posted online alongside footage from thousands of security cameras to track suspects and gather evidence. The crackdown comes as the government vows to hold those responsible for the violence and damage to shops accountable.
Entertainment
Meet Kate DePetro, Fox News’ Social-Media Ambassador to Younger Viewers
Aficionados of Fox News may not know Kate DePetro as well as they do mainstays like Harris Faulkner, Sean Hannity or Bret Baier. Give them some time. Fox News Media has hired DePetro, a former production assistant, for a new role that may prove to be extremely important to the cable-news mainstay as it seeks […]
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Man United’s Martinez takes to social media to defend his criticism of club
Argentina defender Lisandro Martinez follows up criticism of his club with social media explanation of frustration.
Business
US Social Security benefits to rise by 3.6 percent in 2027
Retired Americans will see a $75 boost in monthly cheques as benefits rise amid widespread inflation challenges.
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Social Security Administration announces 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for 2027
With a 3.6% COLA for 2027, Social Security retirement benefit checks will go up by $75 per month, on average, the agency said.
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Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 may be above average. Some say it's not enough
The Social Security Administration is expected to announce the cost-of-living adjustment for 2027. Projections point to a higher-than-average increase.
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We’re Outsourcing Our Social Lives to Travel
As more of everyday social life has to be deliberately arranged, travel companies are finding a business in doing the organizing for us.
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Ethiopia: Social media becomes a battleground for propaganda
Millions of Ethiopians rely on social media for daily news. But as fighting resumes in the country’s north between federal forces and a coalition of rebel groups, these platforms have become a breeding ground for propaganda and disinformation. Pro-government and pro-rebel accounts are battling to shape the news, while journalists’ limited access to the front lines makes it increasingly difficult to verify what is happening on the ground.
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The Sabrina Carpenter clip which helped a 22-year-old make £120,000 a year
Social media "clippers" make short, vertical videos that appear on the likes of Instagram and TikTok.