Wednesday 28 October 2026

Social media

Subject · 72 stories in 30 days · 27 this week

How the coverage leans

256 articles from 38 outlets, last 30 days

Peak: Thu 22 Oct, 33 articles

The coverage is spread across the spectrum. Left and right are close to even.

Often in the news with

How many of these 72 stories also name them · + follows in place

Coverage timeline

  1. Technology · United States

    Meta and Snap face trial over social media's impact on teens

    Jury selection began in Los Angeles for a lawsuit alleging Meta and Snap designed their platforms to be addictive for young users. The case highlights growing legal scrutiny of social media's effects on adolescent mental health.

  2. Technology · United States

    Instagram testing 90-minute long-form videos

    Instagram is testing long-form videos up to 90 minutes in length as part of a broader push into horizontal video content. The move signals a challenge to YouTube and TikTok, though monetization for creators remains unclear.

  3. Culture & Entertainment · United States

    Lamar Odom and girlfriend launch OnlyFans accounts

    Lamar Odom and his girlfriend have joined OnlyFans, sharing content through personal accounts. The move marks a notable shift for a former NBA player into adult content platforms.

  4. Technology · United States

    Reddit introduces a personalized 'For You' feed

    Reddit is rolling out a new 'For You' feed that combines posts from followed subreddits with interest-based recommendations. The change aims to improve user engagement by personalizing content on the homepage.

  5. Culture & Entertainment · United Kingdom

    Dictionary.com names 'maxxing' as 2026 Word of the Year

    Dictionary.com has selected 'maxxing' as its 2026 Word of the Year, reflecting a cultural trend toward constant self-improvement. The term highlights how digital culture and personal optimization have merged in everyday life.

  6. Technology · United States

    Meta launches AI pet app Waddle World with chat and doodle features

    Meta has released Waddle World, an AI-powered virtual pet app that functions as a daily journal. The app allows users to interact with digital creatures through conversation and doodles, blending pet care with personal expression.

  7. Culture & Entertainment · United States

    Woman receives messages from past flings while husband cheats

    A woman in a marriage marked by her husband's infidelity is receiving messages from former romantic partners. The situation raises questions about emotional boundaries and the impact of past relationships on current mental well-being.

  8. Technology · Australia

    Australia enacts social media ban for under-16s

    Australia has implemented restrictions on social media use for children under 16, marking a significant step in tech regulation. The law faces enforcement challenges and is being watched globally as a test case for youth protection online.