Instagram experienced a widespread global outage, leaving thousands of users unable to access the app, refresh feeds, or send messages. The disruption, confirmed by Meta, sparked a flood of complaints and memes across other social platforms.
A German father has been jailed for life after he admitted to murdering his two-year-old daughter in a horrific act broadcast on Facebook Live. The shocking case has sparked global outrage.
Ex-President Donald Trump makes extraordinary intervention in TikTok debate, opposing US ban he previously championed and warning it would only boost Facebook.
A Daily Mail investigation exposes the dark underbelly of Facebook's local singles groups, revealing rampant sexual predation, fraudulent activity, and explicit content targeting vulnerable users seeking companionship.
Meta's Instagram suffered a major worldwide service disruption, leaving millions of users locked out and venting their frustrations on rival platform X (formerly Twitter).
Leading travel safety experts reveal how innocent holiday snaps on Instagram and Facebook are creating a 'goldmine' for organised criminal gangs, with a sharp 35% rise in social media-linked burglaries. Discover the crucial steps to protect your home.
Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk confronts a major social media ban for his youth-focused network, igniting a fierce debate over free speech, political targeting, and the power of Big Tech in the US.
Meta President Nick Clegg's new book, 'How to Save the Internet', sparks fierce debate. This review dissects his controversial defence of Big Tech and explores the urgent fight for the web's future.
A British mother's haunting last message on social media before she and her son disappeared during a California trip has sparked a major international search, with her family in the UK pleading for answers.
Nepal's government has enforced a stringent ban on major social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, following violent protests that resulted in multiple fatalities. The move raises urgent questions about digital rights and state control in the
A desperate Wisconsin mother's social media post leads to a life-saving diagnosis for her infant son after multiple hospital visits failed to detect a serious brain injury.
Shocking internal documents from Meta reveal a corporate culture prioritising profit over user safety, with VR testers reporting severe psychological harm and a 'move fast and break things' mantra applied to human wellbeing.
Meta is hit with a massive £3 billion collective action lawsuit in the UK, accused of illegally merging WhatsApp user data with Facebook for profit without proper consent.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg files a bombshell lawsuit against his own company's board, alleging a catastrophic failure in data security and a 'fundamental breach of fiduciary duty' that threatens the future of Facebook and Instagram.
Nathan Black and Timothy Trautsch have been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murder of Dezi Freeman, a killing that stemmed from a petty Facebook argument and was described by a judge as a 'sustained and vicious attack'.
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley defends the force's approach to policing social media, stating arrests for offensive online posts are necessary to protect public safety, even if it conflicts with absolute free speech.
Austrian authorities pursue suspects in a violent robbery linked to a fake Facebook Marketplace transaction, culminating in a high-speed chase across the Czech border.
Exclusive investigation reveals how AI-generated fake ads, featuring cloned voices of BBC stars like Sophie Raworth and Huw Edwards, are promoting a dangerous weight loss scam. Meta is accused of ignoring takedown requests, leaving victims out of pocket.
An explosive investigation reveals how tech platforms harvest and monetise intimate pregnancy data, targeting vulnerable users with relentless personalised ads and content.
Meta has officially removed the iconic but long-dormant 'Poke' feature from Facebook, finally retiring a defining symbol of the platform's early, quirky social experiments.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg files a bombshell lawsuit against fellow Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, alleging a clandestine scheme to sell his stake in a secretive holding company. The high-stakes legal drama unfolds in Delaware's Chancery Court.
Olivia, a Denver resident, faces federal charges after allegedly live-streaming a brazen security breach at Harry Reid International Airport, sparking a major investigation.
A Warwickshire businessman has been hailed a hero after his blistering Facebook response to a group of women who launched a vicious campaign of abuse against his young employees, calling their behaviour 'utterly disgusting'.
An Australian hospitality worker in the UK was abruptly sacked after her boss publicly shamed staff in a bizarre Facebook tirade, sparking outrage and a debate on modern employment practices.
Disgraced Canadian ice hockey coach Bernie Lynch, convicted of sexually assaulting a teenage player, is set for parole. The victim's family speaks out after he sent a shocking Facebook request from behind bars.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni launches a landmark lawsuit against Meta, demanding €2 million in damages after a deepfake pornographic video of her went viral on Facebook. The case centres on the platform's alleged failure to remove the content pro
Desperate relatives in Mexico turn to social media to locate loved ones after they vanish on perilous journeys to the US, highlighting a growing crisis.
A callous thief who bragged about robbing a terminally ill man in a shocking Facebook post has been jailed. The victim's family speaks out on their trauma.
Exclusive investigation reveals a surge in sophisticated 'closing down sale' scams on social media, with fake ads from counterfeit brands tricking Brits out of thousands. Learn how to spot the red flags and protect your money.
A Guardian investigation uncovers the alarming and unregulated rise in the online market for human bones and remains, raising serious ethical and legal questions in the UK and beyond.