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TikTok Debunked: Is the 'egg diet' a safe way to lose weight? An expert weighs in
TikTokers claim eating mostly eggs for 10 days straight will help you quickly lose weight. But is it safe?
A social media expert reveals the signs that mean you could be addicted
Spending too much time on social media apps has become ‘the norm’ for many people, says social media expert Veronica Lin.
TikTok now lets creators label AI-generated content
TikTok will now let users label posts that have been enhanced by AI in any way. The company is also working on tools that automatically detect AI-generated posts.
Would-be X competitor T2 Social is now called Pebble (no, not that Pebble)
Just like X (formerly Twitter), would-be competitor T2 Social has a new name, and it’s one that might ring a bell. Starting today, the service is called Pebble. And no, it's not a revival of the e-ink smartwatch company of yore.
Internet 'it' girls Alex Cooper and Alix Earle are 'unwell.' They're also starting important conversations about mental well-being, experts say.
The podcaster and TikTok star are giving audiences permission to be vulnerable, according to mental health experts.
What is the One Chip Challenge and why is it so controversial? What to know after Canada recall
A teenager from Massachusetts has died from what his parents blame on the "One Chip Challenge."
'TRL' launched 25 years ago. Here are 10 memorable moments from the beloved MTV countdown show.
Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Eminem, Mariah Carey and more made the show a must watch.
X Premium users can now hide the shame of their likes
X, formerly Twitter, is now offering its paying subscribers the option to hide the likes tab from public view. This move is the latest appeal Musk’s X is making to premium subscribers.
Could the WorkTok trend make our workplaces better?
TikTok has become the go-to space for discussing our work lives — and venting when things aren’t going so well.
Danny Masterson's 'That '70s Show' is still on the air following rape convictions, and viewers want to know why: 'No thank you!'
"The Cosby Show" and "7th Heaven" were dropped following their stars' sexual assault scandals, but Masterson's sitcom remains available on Peacock and Prime Video.
X is allegedly limiting user reach to posts that link to the New York Times
X, formerly known as Twitter, is allegedly slowing down user access to links to the New York Times website. While it's unclear what is causing the drop in engagement, this wouldn't be the first time Elon Musk's X appeared to be affecting user engagement.
Woman explains why ‘privacy is the new luxury’ on Instagram
Sharing life details on the internet may not be the way to go anymore.
TikTok job postings point to social features to help it compete with Meta
TikTok appears ready to move the platform closer to a full-fledged social network. The company has posted new job listings for positions focused on social networking features and expanded direct messaging.
Miley Cyrus's 'Used to Be Young' revelations, from what really happened at that Vanity Fair cover shoot to her true feelings about Sinéad O'Connor
Cyrus recounted stories from her life to mark the release of her song "Used to Be Young."
YouTube Music's Now Playing tab adds everyone's least-favorite feature: YouTube comments
YouTube Music's latest redesign of the Now Playing page is making its way to iOS and Android devices everywhere. There's a new feature that brings an extra social element to the app. You'll now be able to read and post comments on the Now Playing page.
Keyword search is finally coming to Threads
A much-demanded feature is finally coming to Threads very soon, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has confirmed. A full-text search function is on the way. Until now, the search box has only been useful for looking up user accounts.
Explaining 'The Bachelorette' death hoax — and what Josh Seiter said when he was accused of being the one behind it
The latest victim of a celebrity death hoax is one of Kaitlyn Bristowe's suitors from "The Bachelorette."
TikTok Debunked: Is 'wall mopping' a safe and efficient cleaning method?
"Wall mopping" has gone viral on TikTok, but should you do it? Yahoo Canada investigated the trend.
Parents are cracking eggs on their kids' heads. Here's why experts say it's not a harmless prank.
Experts explain why viral pranks like the #EggCrackChallenge can cause "emotional distress" or physical harm for kids.
Parents often share their kids' back-to-school photos online. But is that exposing children to risk?
Digital safety experts weigh in on "sharenting."
Jim Gaffigan, father of 5, says he 'limits' what his kids watch on their phones — to a point: 'Social media is tricky'
As a dad to five kids, the comedian says he's learning more about online safety.
Teens are more likely to fall for online conspiracy theories than adults, new study finds. Here's what parents can do to help.
60% of teens expressed agreement with at least four conspiracy theory statements.
Trump's first post since he was reinstated on X is his mug shot
Former President Donald Trump is back on Twitter (now X) more than two years after he was banned from the platform in the aftermath of the January 6th Capitol riot.
Bartholin's cysts are fluid-filled lumps near the vaginal opening. Here's what women need to know about them.
About 2% of women will have a Bartholin's cyst at some point in their lifetime.
TikTok Debunked: Can eating apricot kernels really solve your acne problem?
Apricot kernels contain amygdalin, which converts to cyanide. So, is this skincare hack safe?
American family who went viral for ketchup chip road trip have so many bags now, they're donating some
Rich Lieberman and his son Jacob, 15, from Virginia, made the journey to Niagara Falls in July and bought almost every bag of the Lays ketchup chips that No Frills store had.