Facebook Oversight Board Upholds Trump's Suspension
'This penalty must be based on the gravity of the violation and the prospect of future harm,' the board said in the decision.
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Trump Launches New Website to Replace Deleted Social Accounts, Mobilizes Fans to Retake Twitter
Former President Donald Trump has made it easier for his followers to share his comments on social media with his website.
Facebook to Announce Decision on Trump's Possible Return to Platform
'We believe the risks of allowing the President to continue to use our service during this period are simply too great,' Zuckerberg once said.
Trump Issues Statement After 'Boring' Twitter Plummets in Value
Late Thursday, Twitter's stock has plunged 11 percent, according to CNBC, before ending Friday down 15.16 percent, according to Google.
FL Legislature Passes Bill Banning Social Media Companies from 'Deplatforming' Political Candidates
The Florida Legislature passed a bill preventing Big Tech companies from kicking political candidates off their platforms.
TV Host Grieving Loss of Age 16 Son Who Died After Reportedly Purchasing Drugs on Snapchat
Samuel reportedly managed to make a connection and didn't even have to leave his home to get the drugs, a terrifying thought for parents.
Antifa Author Tweets Calls for Violence Against Police, Twitter Allows It
Yes, while conservatives can be banned or locked out of their account for the slightest offense, none of that happened to this activist..
Legendary Comedian John Cleese Hilariously Mocks Actor's Apology for Voicing Indian 'Simpsons' Character
Comedy legend John Cleese nailed Hank Azaria for being weak and apologizing for his most notable character role.
Teachers' Union President Ruins Her Push to Keep Schools Closed with 1 Tweet
The head of one of the country’s largest teacher’s unions shared an image online showing how she really feels about safe school openings.
Massive Facebook Leak Exposes Info of 533 Million Users, Many Now Finding Their Info Online
The company said that the leak occurred when 'fraudsters' exploited a vulnerability in the company's software.
Video Shows Family Told to Leave Flight Because 2-Year-Old Daughter Wasn't Wearing Mask While Eating
The video put a spotlight on Spirit Airlines, which kicked another family off a flight because their autistic child wasn't wearing a mask.
Thomas: Twitter's Ban of Trump Shows Platform's Power Too Great, Must Be Reined In
Thomas couldn't help noting the lack of power Trump had to impact free speech on Twitter vis-à-vis the social media giant itself.
Apparent Chinese Propaganda Account with Few Followers Verified by Twitter Before Sowing Division in US
Questions are being raised about how a dubious anti-Trump, pro-China Twitter account got verified by the social media platform.
Heritage Foundation Turns Down 6-Figure Donations from Google and Facebook
'Every time a new form of censorship comes to light, your company apologizes and promises to do better. Enough with the apologies. Fix it.'
12-Year-Old Boy Brain Dead After Family Says He Tried TikTok 'Blackout Challenge'
Those who know Joshua say the boy had much promise. Bright, kind and incredibly curious, he had plans to join the military and help others.
'Very Young Child' Accesses Account of US Strategic Command, Posts Message to the World
U.S. Strategic Command tweeted complete gibberish last Sunday - we know now that a young child was the culprit.
Texas Senate Passes Bill Banning Social Media Platforms from Censoring Residents Over Political Views
'America was built on freedom of speech and healthy public debate, and efforts to silence conservative viewpoints on social media are wrong.'
Celeb Trashes Jury Trials, Appears to Want Chauvin Convicted Without Trial
Handler called for an end to Chauvin’s trial because she said video has already convicted him for killing Floyd.
Online Habits Scrutinized in Survey Tallying the Time Spent Scrolling the 'Internet Wormhole'
The survey found that many Americans lose track of time when searching the internet for answers regarding topics of interest.
Family Accidentally Sells Treasured Heirloom After Grandma's Death, Pleading with Public to Help Find It
The family thinks that the buyer was a woman in her 50s with a short, blonde pixie cut.
Trump Could Soon Return to Social Media on a Platform of His Own
'This is something that I think will be the hottest ticket in social media. It’s going to completely redefine the game,' said Jason Miller.