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Instagram is bringing movie-style age ratings to social media in Malaysia, giving parents a framework they already understand. Teens under 18 now get automatic protections that mirror PG-13 cinema standards.
A Nigerian entrepreneur liquidated his UAE operations to fund Keepaza, a platform solving the dangerous daily ritual of sharing bank details in public chats. Millions of Nigerians paste account numbers into WhatsApp and Instagram DMs with strangers every single day.
A Western Australian nurse is using TikTok and Instagram to showcase the rewards of working in remote Indigenous communities, attracting over 100,000 followers while tackling chronic healthcare shortages. His heartfelt videos are changing perceptions about outback nursing and drawing new workers to areas desperately in need.
Gabriela Jaquez just became the fifth pick in the WNBA Draft, joining her brother Jaime in professional basketball. The UCLA national champion received a heartfelt Instagram message from her Miami Heat brother celebrating their shared success.
A cherry tree planted by high school sweethearts in 2007 mysteriously sprouted baby offshoots the same year the couple gave birth to twins. The stunning coincidence has captured 48 million viewers on Instagram.
A four-year-old potbelly pig named Merlin just became the world's most followed pig on Instagram with over 1.1 million followers. The talking pig also brought his owner love, a new career, and a Guinness World Record.
A potbellied pig named Merlin just earned a Guinness World Record for being Instagram's most followed pig, with over 1.1 million fans watching him communicate using buttons. His journey from a rescue to viral sensation brought his owner unexpected joy and even helped her meet her fiancé.
After Alysa Liu won America's first women's figure skating gold since 2002, Google searches for "figure skating lessons" hit an all-time high. The spike doubled any previous Olympic year bump, with Liu's Instagram followers jumping from 300,000 to over 8 million.
A hobbyist with just two years of experience got an Instagram DM that seemed like a scam. It turned out to be Amazon MGM Studios asking to use his stunning nebula photos in Ryan Gosling's blockbuster film.
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A Boston terrier stolen from her owner's porch in 2022 was found at a Los Angeles rescue just hours before meeting a potential adopter. Shelton recognized his dog Béa instantly from an Instagram post, despite the rescue listing her as "Kit."
Uppsala, Sweden is fighting selfie culture with "IQ Tourism," a new program that rewards curiosity over Instagram shots. Red binocular viewers and smart signage now guide visitors to hidden historical gems instead of photo ops.
A Los Angeles jury ruled that Instagram and YouTube were intentionally designed to be addictive for young users, awarding $6 million in damages. The landmark verdict could reshape how social media companies operate and open the door for thousands of similar lawsuits nationwide.
A viral Instagram post by mom Carol is changing how parents discipline teens. Her shift from taking phones away to using consequences that match the misbehavior is sparking thousands of conversations about what actually works.
Abhishek Reddy walked away from a six-figure salary as a creative director to build a permaculture farm from barren land. His journey from corporate burnout to sustainable farming is inspiring thousands on Instagram.
A new platform is helping thousands of small business owners across Africa turn WhatsApp chats and Instagram posts into organized online stores. Yelen combines payments, storefronts, and customer management into one simple system for merchants who sell through social media.
A Los Angeles jury ruled that Instagram and YouTube contributed to a young woman's mental health struggles, ordering Meta and Google to pay $3 million in damages. The landmark decision could pave the way for holding social media companies accountable for harm to young users.
Child chefs across India are building huge online communities with simple, joyful cooking videos that make food accessible and fun. From miniature kitchens to home-style recipes, these young creators are proving age is just a number.
A jury ordered Meta to pay $375 million after finding the tech giant misled families about safety measures and failed to protect children from exploitation on Facebook and Instagram. The landmark verdict sends a powerful message that companies must prioritize young users' wellbeing over profits.
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A California pig named Merlin just earned a Guinness World Record for having 1.1 million Instagram followers, thanks to his remarkable ability to communicate using sound buttons. His owner hopes his viral fame will help people see just how intelligent pigs really are.
A jury found Meta liable for failing to protect children from predators and exploitation on Facebook and Instagram, awarding New Mexico $375 million. This landmark verdict marks one of the first major jury rulings holding social media companies accountable for child safety.
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