4 h. ago Social media erupts after 'terrified' Dem senator lashes out at Kash Patel ahead of confirmation vote

Senate Democrats' latest attack on FBI director nominee Kash Patel was mocked online by conservatives for what they said was a "cringe" line of criticism.

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4 h. ago ‘GOOD RIDDANCE': MAGA reacts to ‘RINO’ Mitch McConnell Senate exit

In response to former Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell's Senate exit many pro-Trump Republicans took to social media to celebrate, saying he has “done so much destruction" to the party.

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6 h. ago Terrorist Supporters Use Leftist Echo Chamber Reddit to Spread Propaganda Throughout Internet

A sprawling online network with ties to U.S.-designated terrorist organizations is systematically spreading propaganda and manipulating public perception across major social media, information, and AI platforms, a Pirate Wires investigation has found. Leftist echo chamber Reddit is the key to the group's manipulation strategy. The post Terrorist Supporters Use Leftist Echo Chamber Reddit to Spread Propaganda Throughout Internet appeared first on Breitbart.

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7 h. ago Instagram’s new ad format lets creators get paid for testimonials in comments

Instagram is introducing a new way for creators to work with brands to make money by recommending products. On Thursday, Meta introduced an addition to its Partnership Ads called Testimonials, which allows creators to get paid via written endorsements, shared as comments on the brand’s social media posts and advertisements. The new ad format is […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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14 h. ago Carnival crowds and travel gridlock make life 'difficult' as social media users chime in

Tourists flock to Venice, Italy, for the Carnival celebration, with social media users calling out the amount of crowds that are gathering as the city looks to curb overtourism.

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22 h. ago Ethan Hawke shocked young actors allegedly landing roles based on social media follower count

Veteran actor and filmmaker Ethan Hawke is reacting to his daughter's claims that young stars are landing big movie and TV roles due to their Instagram following. Hawke gave an example that Robert De Niro didn't find fame due to his "six-pack" abs.

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24 h. ago 'Under attack': JFK's only grandson rips DOGE, family members in series of vulgar social media rants

JFK's only grandson posted a series of videos to social media sites on Tuesday and Wednesday, calling out DOGE and other Kennedy family members.

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29 h. ago Michael Rapaport slams 'corroded' New York Times, calls for paper to 'shut down'

Michael Rapaport called out The New York Times on social media Wednesday over a report that alleged the Times' coverage of the Israel-Hamas war was "imbalanced."

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29 h. ago Elon Musk's X Seeks $44 Billion Valuation in Latest Funding Round

Elon Musk's X, the social media company formerly known as Twitter, is in talks with investors to raise funds at a valuation of $44 billion — matching Elon Musk's 2022 acquisition price. The post Elon Musk’s X Seeks $44 Billion Valuation in Latest Funding Round appeared first on Breitbart.

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34 h. ago Xaviaer DuRousseau: The MAGA Movement Has Changed the Culture

Social media sensation Xaviaer DuRousseau, a former Black Lives Matter activist who “accidentally red-pilled” himself while watching PragerU videos, has launched a new show "Respectfully, Xaviaer" with PragerU. The post Xaviaer DuRousseau: The MAGA Movement Has Changed the Culture appeared first on Breitbart.

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43 h. ago Trump says Elon Musk's $10 million settlement over Twitter suit was 'a big discount'

It's the second tech company to agree to a payout after the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol prompted Trump to be kicked off numerous social media platforms.

Technology

45 h. ago CNN anchor surprised when former Social Security official laughs off questions about fraud

Former Social Security commissioner Martin O’Malley laughed at Elon Musk’s accusation that the agency was rife with fraud on Tuesday's “CNN News Central."

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45 h. ago Yankees star pushes team's longstanding facial hair rule to the edge, draws social media reaction

Devin Williams is struggling to keep up with his new team's facial hair rule, and fans took notice when he rocked some shadow during the team's media day.

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48 h. ago India Outraged by Presence of Dead Hamas Leader Icons at Cultural Festival

Indian social media seethed with outrage on Monday after photos of slain Hamas terrorist leaders were displayed during a cultural festival in the Palakkad district of Kerala. The post India Outraged by Presence of Dead Hamas Leader Icons at Cultural Festival appeared first on Breitbart.

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51 h. ago Trump nominates Jan. 6 defense attorney for top prosecutor role in DC

President Donald Trump announced on social media Monday that he would be nominating interim U.S. Attorney for D.C. Ed Martin to head the office after Martin took the helm shortly after Trump's inauguration.

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54 h. ago X challenges German court order granting data access to election researchers

Earlier this month, a Berlin court ordered Elon Musk-owned X to provide immediate access to public platform data to two civil society organizations seeking to study systemic risk around the country’s upcoming election. In a post on X, the social media company said Tuesday it is challenging the order, claiming the summary proceeding “egregiously undermines […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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57 h. ago DNC vice chair takes social media flak for criticizing Trump's Daytona 500 appearance

Democratic National Committee Vice Chair David Hogg took heat on social media on Monday for criticizing President Donald Trump's visit to the "Great American Race."

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58 h. ago Dream 49ers Trade Target Adds to Rumors With Social Media Post

Dream 49ers Trade Target Adds to Rumors With Social Media Post  Golden Gate Sports

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60 h. ago German Government Sued By Elon Musk's X over 'Unlawful' Censorship Demands, Privacy Infringements

Elon Musk's X social media firm announced it has launched legal cases in Germany against government "overreach" against the platform's users' privacy and freedom of expression. The post German Government Sued By Elon Musk’s X over ‘Unlawful’ Censorship Demands, Privacy Infringements appeared first on Breitbart.

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60 h. ago Trump Vowed to Clean Up Washington, Then His Team Hired a Man Who Pushed a Scam the IRS Called the “Worst of the Worst”

Trump Vowed to Clean Up Washington, Then His Team Hired a Man Who Pushed a Scam the IRS Called the “Worst of the Worst”  ProPublica

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