Apr 01 'I am not a virus.' How this artist is illustrating coronavirus-fueled racism By Stephanie García Inspired by recent events, Korean-Swedish artist Lisa Wool-Rim Sjöblom is addressing the hostility Asians increasingly are facing during the COVID-19 global pandemic. Continue reading
Mar 03 Why Bloomberg bet on memes and influencers this Super Tuesday By Dan Cooney, Jessica Yarvin The strategy will be put to the test when Michael Bloomberg’s name appears on the ballot for the first time. Continue reading
Nov 25 How removing 'likes' from Instagram could affect our mental health By Jamie Leventhal Social media appeals to users through a repetitive rewards system, so what happens when it takes away the likes?… Continue reading
Oct 08 Beauty products for vulvas? These doctors say don't buy it By Jamie Leventhal Instagram influencers and companies are selling cosmetic products for vulvas and "wellness" products for vaginas, which could put people at risk for infection and bacterial vaginosis. Continue reading
May 02 Facebook bans Alex Jones, Louis Farrakhan for hate speech By Barbara Ortutay, Associated Press The company said Thursday that it has also banned right-wing leaders Paul Nehlen, Milo Yiannopoulos, Paul Joseph Watson and Laura Loomer, along with Jones' site, Infowars. Continue reading
Oct 12 Facebook says hackers accessed 29 million people's accounts By Associated Press Facebook says hackers accessed data from 29 million accounts as part of the security breach disclosed two weeks ago. Continue reading
Sep 25 Instagram co-founders abruptly resign By Associated Press The co-founders of Instagram are resigning their positions with the social media company without explanation. Continue reading
Jan 02 Watch 8:09 How poet Rupi Kaur became a hero to millions of young women By PBS NewsHour, Jaywon Choe, Elizabeth Flock Rupi Kaur, one of Instagram’s favorite poets, writes about love, heartbreak and womanhood. She speaks to Jeffrey Brown about her rise to fame and her message for young women. Continue watching
Dec 17 Neon, spectacles and bright lights lure eaters in the age of Instagram By Corinne Segal Interior designers say they are increasingly creating spaces with Instagram in mind, making businesses brighter, boldly-patterned, and instantly shareable. Continue reading
Nov 17 Is Instagram killing our museum culture or reinventing it? By Jennifer Hijazi Participants in a recent study said they'd much rather be entertained than educated, and preferred social interactions at museum exhibits over quiet reflection. Continue reading