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A young person looking distressed at a smartphone, with a government building looming in the background, symbolizing the UK's ban on social media for under-16s.
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UK Government Bans Social Media for Under-16s

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that children under 16 will be barred from major social media apps like TikTok, Instagram, and X, marking an unprecedented state intervention into onl

Sofia Garcia·June 15, 2026
Illustration of the YouTube app interface highlighting the newly reintroduced direct messaging feature with chat bubbles and video sharing icons.
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YouTube Brings Back Direct Messages After Years Away

After years without integrated messaging, YouTube is bringing back direct messages, rolling out the feature to users 18 and older in the US, UK, Brazil, and Singapore.

Amara Dubois·June 11, 2026
A user's Instagram profile grid dynamically rearranging photos and videos, transforming a chronological feed into a curated artistic portfolio.
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Instagram to let users rearrange profile grid in 2026

Instagram users can now manually reorder the photos and videos on their profile grid in 2026, transforming their personal feed from a chronological diary into a curated portfolio.

Amara Dubois·June 9, 2026
US creators interacting with a futuristic Google Search interface displaying personalized profile cards, showcasing their digital presence and achievements.
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Google Search Profiles for Select US Creators

Google Search now offers customizable profiles for select creators.

Sofia Garcia·June 5, 2026
A diverse group of friends engaging with a futuristic music streaming interface, symbolizing the community aspect of the Record Club app.
Food & Drink

Record Club Aims to Be Letterboxd for Music Fans

While Rate Your Music remains a crowded archive for music reviews, a new platform called Record Club is launching with a $25.

Kai Kealoha·May 24, 2026