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Kanye 'Ye' West back on Twitter: A new low for Elon Musk?

The rapper was thrown off the platform - now known as X - after he made antisemitic and other offensive remarks. Adidas and other high profile companies cut ties with West, but now he's back on the social media site, promising not to speak out of turn again.

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Meet Laura Ramoso, the social media sketch comedy sensation

Social media is home to many sit-down comedy acts who make the world laugh with a clever one-liner or gif, but few have made the transition to the stage. Laura Ramoso is now proving to be quite a star in stand-up circles.

USA

Step inside the murky world of radical Orthodox influencers

A small, slick contingent of young Orthodox stars are harnessing social media to spread extreme messages around the globe.

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X marks the spot: New logo appears on top of Twitter HQ

X marks the spot: New logo appears on top of Twitter HQ

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Are you a 'Phubber'? How phones are ruining our relationships

Do you spend more time on your phone than with your partner? You might be a phubber - and it's a major red flag.

Travel News

Row-by-row: What is the correct way to exit a plane?

Here’s how social media users think you should exit a plane.

Tech News

From Twitter to X: Why do companies rebrand themselves?

While many companies have freshened up their brands in recent years, Elon Musk’s rebranding of Twitter has been mocked and criticised on social media, with analysts suggesting the billionaire just shot himself in the foot.

Tech News

Twitter rebrand: Tech giants already have IP rights to letter ‘X’

One lawyer said there is a “100 per cent” chance Twitter will get sued over changing its name to X.

France

Macron calls for 'return to authority, starting with the family'

The French president went on to also blame social networks for contributing to the unrest.

Tech News

Elon Musk changes Twitter logo from blue bird to 'X'

"It’s an exceptionally rare thing – in life or in business – that you get a second chance to make another big impression," the company's CEO Linda Yaccarino tweeted.

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Cultural Digest: Don't miss these events in Europe this week

Want a taste of culture this week? Here's what you might have missed.

Tech News

French candidates can’t use Twitter Blue amid elections - authorities

French political candidates will not be allowed to have a blue tick on Twitter six months ahead of an election, campaign financing authorities said.

Spain

Warning over online misinformation ahead of Spanish election

Researchers have criticised what they see as an inconsistent approach taken by social media companies as misleading claims about mail ballots and election fraud spread.

Tech News

Twitter owes ex-employees €448 million in severance, lawsuit claims

Ex-Twitter employees claim the firm owes them €448 million in severance, but the social media giant says the claims lack merit.

World News

Euroviews. Is the future of social media hanging by a Thread?

Meta's Twitter rival, Threads, has shaken up the social media market — for now. But do we really need another social media app, Amber Louise Bryce writes.

Tech News

TikTok and content creators in bid to block Montana from banning app

Montana's TikTok ban - a first in the US - was signed into law in May. TikTok and five creators are hoping to have it overturned.

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How YouTuber Colleen Ballinger became the Internet's most hated

Fans accused the YouTuber of allegedly grooming them, so she responded with a ukulele song.

Green News

5 reasons why puppy yoga is unethical according to animal experts

Puppy yoga could put young dogs at risk, the RSPCA warns after an ITV News investigation into the popular activity.

Tech News

What we know about Threads, Meta’s new app to rival Twitter

Elon Musk’s changes to Twitter have led to a demand for an alternative - and Meta may be about to provide it.

Tech News

Why is social media being blamed for fueling riots in France?

Riots were triggered after a 17-year-old called Nahel was shot by French police. Social media is now being partly blamed for adding fuel to the fire.