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From protein goals to fibremaxxing: Are these health trends any good?

Social media is moving from 'protein goals' to 'fibre goals' with trends like fibremaxxing. But how much of it is actually good for you? Here's what experts and evidence say

Musk's xAI seeeks up to $200 billion valuation in fresh funding talks

If the new financing materializes, it would bring xAI's total new backing to $20 billion - a goal that has been discussed by the company

Love bad news? Why you can't stop doomscrolling and how to break free

Experts explain how doomscrolling triggers anxiety, sleep issues, and chronic stress-and what you can do to break free from compulsive news checking

Happy Guru Purnima 2025: 50+ Heartfelt wishes, quotes & messages to share

Celebrate Guru Purnima 2025 with 50+ touching wishes, quotes, and messages to honour your guru and express gratitude on this sacred occasion of Vyasa Purnima

Linda Yaccarino quits as CEO of Elon Musk's X after two-year stint

Yaccarino, a seasoned advertising executive, was brought on board in May 2023, several months after Musk acquired Twitter for $44 billion in late 2022

Streaming platforms tap micro dramas, creator-led content to lure audiences

OTT platforms tap into micro dramas and influencer content to compete with social media, drive user engagement and explore monetisation via vertical storytelling and short formats

Social media site X unblocks Reuters in India following govt intervention

The government asked the Elon Musk-owned platform for an explanation and said that it had not sought such a move. X restored access to the account shortly after

TikTok building new version of mobile app ahead of expected US sale: Report

This comes as US President Donald Trump said on Friday he will start talking to China on Monday or Tuesday about a possible TikTok deal

Fashion to misuse social media in garb of freedom of speech: Allahabad HC

Rejecting the bail plea of a person accused of posting objectionable content on social media against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian armed forces, the Allahabad High Court has observed that it has become a "fashion among certain groups of people" to misuse social media in the garb of freedom of speech. Rejecting the bail application of one Ashraf Khan on Wednesday, Justice Arun Kumar Singh Deshwal observed that the freedom of speech guaranteed under the Constitution does not extend to such acts which disrespect high dignitaries and create disharmony among citizens. The court said it has become a "fashion among certain groups of people" to misuse social media in the garb of freedom of speech and expression by making unfounded allegations against high dignitaries, posting such material which creates disharmony and hatred among the people. The accused, Ashraf Khan alias Nisrat, was booked under sections 152 (acts that endanger the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India)

Meta on way to use Sebi's filter to weed out unregulated advisors

Meta mandates verification with Sebi registration for all securities and investment ads targeting Indian users, with global rollout and enforcement starting July 2025

Buyer found for TikTok, identities to be revealed soon, says Donald Trump

"We have a buyer for TikTok, by the way," Trump said. "I think I'll need probably China's approval. I think President Xi will probably do it."

Watch: Kolhapuri chappal sellers cry foul over Prada sandal design

Italian fashion house Prada finds itself at the centre of a heated debate about cultural appropriation and GI tag violations after its Spring/Summer 2026 menswear collection featured flat leather sand

Brazil SC clears way to hold social media companies liable for user content

Brazil's Supreme Court agreed on Thursday on details of a decision to hold social media companies liable for what their users post, clearing the way for it go into effect within weeks. The 8-3 vote in Brazil's top court orders tech giants like Google, Meta and TikTok to actively monitor content that involves hate speech, racism and incitation to violence and act to remove it. The case has unsettled the relationship between the South American nation and the US government. Critics have expressed concern that the move could threaten free speech if platforms preemptively remove content that could be problematic. After Thursday's ruling is published by the court, people will be able to sue social media companies for hosting illegal content if they refuse to remove it after a victim brings it to their attention. The court didn't set out firm rules on what content is illegal, leaving it to be decided on a case-by-case basis. The ruling strengthens a law that requires companies to remove .

Education consultancies ask US visa applicants to review social media posts

Avoid 'controversial content': Students are told after US Embassy asks visa applicants to keep social media account settings to public

Are these popular Instagram fitness trends actually helpful or just hype?

From moon water to 100 Surya Namaskars a day, this Fact-check Friday we decode viral fitness fads flooding your feed and tell you what actually works, according to doctors

'Nothing wrong has happened': Akal Takht head granthi on influencer killing

Kanchan Kumari, known as Kamal Kaur Bhabhi, was strangled and found dead in a car at Bathinda's Adesh University; two arrested, prime accused Amritpal Singh Mehron fled to UAE, say police

With ads and paid subscriptions, is WhatsApp Meta's next big bet?

Meta introduces ads and paid subscriptions in WhatsApp's Status and Channels, expanding monetisation while promising limited data sharing and strong privacy controls

Nearly 80% of Indian shoppers discover new products via social media: Meta

Influencers, Reels and messaging offers are increasingly shaping buying decisions, with Meta-owned platforms playing a key role in both online and offline retail purchases

Reddit update lets users share comments as posts, get insights: Details

Reddit is rolling out features to share comments as posts, track comment insights, and auto-save drafts-enhancing engagement and giving users more control and visibility

Punjabi influencer Kamal Kaur found dead inside abandoned car in Bathinda

Punjabi influencer Kamal Kaur, missing since June 9, was found dead in a parked car in Bathinda with police launching a murder investigation and probing possible threats