Social media

In the Spotlight People like Joe Rogan and Alex Cooper became major news drivers ahead of the election

By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published 24 December 24

Under The Radar TikTok star accuses her rival of stealing her beige 'aesthetic' but are there shades of grey in US copyright law?

By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published 12 December 24

In the Spotlight The new norm is modest, traditional and at home

By Devika Rao, The Week US Published 6 December 24

Talking Point Trump's ascendancy is reviving the platform's coffers, whether or not a merger is on the cards

By The Week UK Published 24 November 24

In the Spotlight The next FCC commissioner wants to end content moderation practices on social media sites

By David Faris Published 22 November 24

The Explainer Social media platform is enjoying a new influx but can it usurp big rivals?

By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published 13 November 24

Speed Read Australia proposes social media ban before age 16

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 7 November 24

Talking Point PM Anthony Albanese's world-first proposal would bar children under 16 even if they have parental consent, but experts warn that plan would be ineffective and potentially exacerbate dangers

By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published 7 November 24

Under the Radar Once considered a safe haven, West African nation's LGBTQ+ citizens says they are now afraid to be seen in public

By Tess Foley-Cox Published 7 November 24

In the Spotlight The meme queen is having a 'brat summer,' and her 'coconut-pilled' supporters love that for her

By Theara Coleman, The Week US Last updated 4 November 24

Opinion The mainstream media can't hold back a tsunami of misinformation

By Theunis Bates Published 31 October 24

In the Spotlight Some argue that Liam Payne's death should lead to a ban on young pop stars

By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published 21 October 24