SOCIAL MEDIA

May 26 2026POLITICS

State lawmakers and suicide discussions online: what’s really being said?

State lawmakers in the U. S. are posting more often about their work online, and some of those posts touch on sensitive topics like suicide. Given how common suicide is as a cause of death here, these discussions could matter more than many realize. But what exactly are legislators saying about it?

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May 25 2026POLITICS

Why social media stars are changing politics—and why that could be a problem

In 2024, influencers got a front-row seat to American politics. For the first time, hundreds of content creators were given special passes to the Democratic and Republican conventions. They rubbed shoulders with politicians at parties, rallies, and even White House events. Campaigns love this trend

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May 25 2026POLITICS

Why is a Florida politician rushing into marriage again so fast?

A Florida politician known for mixing politics with online drama got married quietly in a small Catholic church over the weekend. The groom, James Fishback, had just split from his crypto-influencer girlfriend named Francesca—not long before that, he showed up at campaign events calling her his “wif

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May 24 2026SPORTS

A new kind of sports show is coming to town

A fresh sports competition lands in Las Vegas this weekend, but it’s not like anything seen before. Instead of long matches in giant stadiums, this event is built for instant clips and online viewers. The first Enhanced Games will pack track races, swimming, and weightlifting all under one roof. Aro

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May 22 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Card Game Fantasy Top Says Goodbye

Fantasy Top, a game that mixed fantasy sports with crypto influencer cards, will shut down by the end of June. The idea was simple: pick NFT cards that represent popular crypto personalities and watch their social media buzz determine your score. Players could build lineups just like in fantasy foot

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May 21 2026CELEBRITIES

Tragic End of a Young Influencer Amid Unanswered Questions

A 21‑year‑old Brazilian social media personality was killed last month in a shooting outside her home, according to local police. Two men on a motorcycle opened fire; one was shot by authorities the same day, while the other, who is 17, remains at large. Investigators are probing whether this att

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May 20 2026TECHNOLOGY

Immersive Social Media: A New Game‑Like Platform Gets $17 Million

A young entrepreneur who grew up glued to her phone decided that the next step for social media was more than scrolling. She imagined a place where people could actually become the characters they love, not just talk about them. That idea led to a startup called Status AI that opened its doors last

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May 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Why sharing grief changes how we see fame and kindness online

A famous face posting about loss isn’t common. Yet when one actor shared her dad’s passing openly, something shifted. Social media often feels like a highlight reel, but raw honesty made it a place for care instead. Psychologists agree—speaking about pain helps, even when words don’t come easy at fi

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May 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Elon Musk dominates X, but who else makes the top list?

Elon Musk isn’t just the richest guy on Earth—he’s also the most followed person on X, with nearly a quarter-billion users tracking his every post. That’s more than double the fans of the second-place account. Since buying the platform in 2022, Musk’s influence has only grown, turning X into what fe

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May 18 2026CELEBRITIES

Jessica Alba shows off fitness routine after hitting the gym

At 45, Jessica Alba is still breaking a sweat and sharing the results. The actress and entrepreneur posted a gym selfie right after a tough workout, looking tired but proud. She wore her usual gym gear – a gray sports bra with white trim and matching leggings – and stood against a simple backdrop. H

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