Was Instagram down? Users reported outage issues on Thursday
Instagram appeared to be down for many users on Thursday. Here's what we know.
Meta slashes 3,600 jobs worldwide, including in the Bay Area
Tech and social media giant Meta is laying off thousands of workers in an effort to push productivity upward.
Federal grant freeze memo rescinded but White House says executive order remains in effect
President Donald Trump issued the directive on Monday to temporarily suspend all federal grants and loans.
Were users forced to follow Trump on social media? What we know about claims
Many users found themselves following President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance on social media after the inauguration. Here's why this happened and how Meta explains the process.
Was Instagram down? Outage reports surged Wednesday morning
Instagram appeared to be down for some users Wednesday morning.
Meta cutting 'low performers' in latest round of layoffs
Meta plans to cut 5% of its workforce, weeding out its lowest performers.
Only 2 in 10 Americans approve of Biden's pardon of his son Hunter, poll finds
While most Americans do not agree with the president’s decision to pardon his son, they have a more favorable view of his performance in the White House, a new poll shows.
YSL RICO case: Severed defendant, Jimmy Winfrey, strikes plea deal with state
Another defendant in the high-profile YSL RICO (racketeering) case in Fulton County has accepted a plea deal.
YSL RICO Trial: Verdicts reached for Deamonte Kendrick (Yak Gotti), Shannon Stillwell
After an extensive and tumultuous trial, the jury reached verdicts for the two remaining defendants in the high-profile YSL RICO case in Fulton County on Tuesday morning.
Instagram-famous pet squirrel Peanut seized by authorities in New York
Based on Peanut’s Instagram account, he's clearly no ordinary squirrel. He knows how to jump with precision, wears a trendy cowboy hat, and even eats waffles.
Falcons beat the Bucs OT thriller; Cousins breaks franchise record
The Atlanta Falcons pulled off a last-minute tie and an overtime win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Instagram teen accounts roll out this month. Here’s what to know
Instagram will automatically put teens in private accounts that come with more restrictions. Here’s what parents should know about these new, so-called “teen accounts.”
Florida sheriff fed up with prank school threats; vows to 'perp walk' both parents and students
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood said his agency has spent nearly $21,000 in recent days investigating bogus school threats posted on social media.
Instagram profiles getting a musical update reminiscent of Myspace
Instagram’s new feature lets users decide to play or stop a song on their profiles. Here's how it works.
Ossoff-sponsored bill targets social media's influence on children
A bill sponsored by Sen. Jon Ossoff, of Georgia, would limit how social media companies can target children.
Homeowners blurring their homes on Google Maps to deter burglars: How to do it
Criminals can use Google Maps to look for security cameras, side windows, fences, and more, cybersecurity experts say.
'Selfie control' Instagram filter helps you judge distance from wildlife
A new Instagram filter, called the "Selfie Control" app, is helping visitors to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks maintain safe distances from wildlife while taking photos.
LA is one of the worst Olympic host cities for visitors, according to this report
A new study ranked Olympic host cities on things like safety, local attractions, and the cost for a trip. Los Angeles was ranked toward the bottom.
Trump reinstated by Meta on Facebook, Instagram in effort to 'allow political expression'
Meta announced it will lift the longstanding bans on former President Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts, citing their responsibility to allow political expression, with heightened penalties for repeat offenses.
Usher, Killer Mike honored at BET Awards
Atlanta's Usher and Killer Mike were honored at last night's BET Awards in Los Angeles.