Experts discuss limits of First Amendment rights on private social media platforms

On a planet with more than eight billion people, nearly five billion are now scrolling, posting, and sharing daily on social media. From family photos and dance trends to heated political debates — platforms like Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and...

The Dark Side of Social Media: How Fake News and Hate Speech Spread Fast in Nigeria -By Mustapha Abba Kormi

Social media has transformed the way Nigerians communicate, share ideas, and access information. Platforms like Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), WhatsApp, Instagram, and TikTok have become the heartbeat of modern communication in the country. From...

Humane society offers support for pet owners impacted by government shutdown

DAYTON — The Humane Society of Greater Dayton is working to support pet owners affected by the ongoing government shutdown. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] As the shutdown continues to strain families in the Miami...

Engaging Young Minds: The Imperative of Critical Thinking and Productive Citizenship in Modern Society

Plutarch’s “The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled.” – Plutarch. “The true sign of intelligence is not knowledge but imagination”. – Albert Einstein. “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own...

Government jobs better than earning crores in corporate position: Viral social media post sparks debate

A social media user has commented that government jobs are better than earning crores in a corporate position. The Twitter (now X) post has gone viral, garnering more than 7 lakh views. Shreya, a software engineer by profession, shared that she...

Society Insider: Who bought Kurt Gibbons and Ben Cook’s high-profile Auckland properties? Plus, The Caker Jordan Rondel’s California wedding

Ben Cook of Cook Properties, whose wealth is said to be more than $700m, sold the historic Ponsonby Post Office building on St Mary’s Bay Rd around the same time, OneRoof also reported, for an estimated $7m. Society Insider has found that both...

Macau Media Outlet Shuts Down Amid Official Pressure

MACAU, China — All About Macau, an independent media outlet, announced on Thursday that it will cease operations after government authorities denied its reporters entry to official events and deregistered the company. The decision to shut down...

Voices of the Newsroom: Following up on film, television and media studies

Colin Mills (C.M.): Last month, the Loyolan broke the news that the University was considering a possible relocation of the film, television [and media] studies major into Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts. Since this became public information,...

Carriacou Historical Society announces new board of directors

The Carriacou Historical Society and Museum is proud to announce the appointment of its new Board of Directors, marking a new chapter in the preservation of Carriacou’s cultural heritage. The new board, which can be viewed at...

Oxmul Farmers Co-operative Society officially registered!

Views: 31 Views: 31 Posted: Thursday, October 30, 2025. 1:16 pm CST. By Zoila Palma: The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security, and Enterprise has announced the official registration of the Oxmul Farmers Co-operative Society Limited, marking a...

Gender violence: A reflection of societal malaise

By Yasobant Das The scourge of atrocities against women continues to plague societies worldwide, leaving deep scars that transcend generations. Two authors, Mumtaz and Madhu, have poignantly captured the essence of this shameful phenomenon in...

NIWA Boss, Oyebamiji Lauds Journalists’ Role In Societal Dev’t

A leading governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, and Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Bola Oyebamiji, has lauded the vital role journalists play in...

Let’s Improve Our Life Expectancy

By Dr Than Lwin Tun Life expectancy is a powerful indicator of a society’s health and well-being. It reflects not only the average lifespan of a population but also the quality of life, access to healthcare, and environmental conditions. In recent...

Takeaways from AP, Cox Media Group investigation into injuries and deaths of school crossing guards

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Bride’s father at Kerala wedding straps QR code on his attire to receive gifts, social media calls it," Digital India level: Shaadi edition"

A Kerala wedding saw the bride's father sporting a QR code on his shirt, allowing guests to send digital gifts. This innovative approach to wedding 'nek' has sparked widespread discussion, hailed by many as a symbol of 'Digital India' and modern...

Media literacy, not AI machines, will define journalism

Generative artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how we write, communicate, and consume information. But while journalists are among the professionals most affected by this shift, journalism students appear unprepared for the AI-driven...

Stokes Twins share journey from viral creators to global media entrepreneurs

The Chinese-Dominican twin duo, known as the Stokes Twins, detailed their journey from viral content creators to international media entrepreneurs at the CreatorWeek Macao 2025 Conference yesterday. Since launching their joint YouTube channel in...

Florida Lawmaker Addresses Social Media’s Role in Minneapolis School Shooting

Florida Representative Jimmy Patronis has weighed in on several pressing technology and public safety issues, including the recent Minneapolis school shooting and its connection to social media platforms. The Republican lawmaker addressed how...

The Media Line: Iran Regains Foothold in Sudan as RSF Completes Darfur Conquest With Ethnic Massacres 

Audio By Carbonatix Iran Regains Foothold in Sudan as RSF Completes Darfur Conquest With Ethnic Massacres “What looks like a local conflict is actually part of a much larger struggle over the Red Sea’s control and African resources,” Ambassador...

Mars Inc. Axes Senior Global Media Director Role After $1.7B Review

In a move that underscores the evolving dynamics of corporate advertising strategies, Mars Inc., the global confectionery and pet care giant, is poised to eliminate its senior global media director position by year’s end. This decision follows a...