Wikipedia's most-viewed articles in 2024
Politics dominated Wikipedia’s most-viewed articles this year, but here’s a look at what else people were interested in reading about in 2024.
Politics dominated Wikipedia’s most-viewed articles this year, but here’s a look at what else people were interested in reading about in 2024.
Is TikTok getting banned in the US? What to know
TikTok’s future in the U.S. is uncertain.
TikTok’s future in the U.S. is uncertain.
TikTok ban: Federal appeals court upholds law requiring sale of app in the U.S.
A federal appeals court panel on Friday upheld a law that could lead to a ban of TikTok in the U.S. by Jan. 19.
A federal appeals court panel on Friday upheld a law that could lead to a ban of TikTok in the U.S. by Jan. 19.
FBI warns to stop sending texts; here's what to do instead
One of the largest hacks in U.S. history has prompted more warnings about how to protect yourself from hackers, fraudsters and criminals.
One of the largest hacks in U.S. history has prompted more warnings about how to protect yourself from hackers, fraudsters and criminals.
China announces ban on rare minerals to US: What that means for you
The Chinese Commerce Ministry made the move after the U.S. expanded a list of Chinese companies subject to export controls like computer chip-making equipment and software.
The Chinese Commerce Ministry made the move after the U.S. expanded a list of Chinese companies subject to export controls like computer chip-making equipment and software.
Social media user discovers Olive Garden breadstick with mysterious letters, numbers
A breadstick from popular restaurant chain Olive Garden has drawn attention on social media for seemingly having a few alphanumeric characters on it.
A breadstick from popular restaurant chain Olive Garden has drawn attention on social media for seemingly having a few alphanumeric characters on it.
Social media ban in Australia for those under 16
A social media ban for children under 16 passed the Australian Parliament on Friday in a world-first law. The law will make platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram liable for fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars ($33 million) for systemic failures to prevent children younger than 16 from holding accounts. The Senate passed the bill on Thursday 34 votes to 19. The House of Representatives on Wednesday overwhelmingly approved the legislation by 102 votes to 13.
A social media ban for children under 16 passed the Australian Parliament on Friday in a world-first law. The law will make platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram liable for fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars ($33 million) for systemic failures to prevent children younger than 16 from holding accounts. The Senate passed the bill on Thursday 34 votes to 19. The House of Representatives on Wednesday overwhelmingly approved the legislation by 102 votes to 13.
Australia is about to ban social media for anyone under 16; how it will work
The law would fine social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, X, and Instagram for failing to stop children younger than 16 years old from having accounts.
The law would fine social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, X, and Instagram for failing to stop children younger than 16 years old from having accounts.
AI Jesus: Modern miracle or work of the devil?
An avatar of “Jesus" on a computer screen took questions from visitors on faith, morality, and modern-day woes, and offered responses based on Scripture.
An avatar of “Jesus" on a computer screen took questions from visitors on faith, morality, and modern-day woes, and offered responses based on Scripture.
Why are people 'holding space' for 'Defying Gravity’, and what does that even mean?
As if “Wicked” hasn’t already taken over the internet enough, a moment from one of the stars’ press interviews has turned into the latest meme. Here’s an explainer.
As if “Wicked” hasn’t already taken over the internet enough, a moment from one of the stars’ press interviews has turned into the latest meme. Here’s an explainer.
Very demure: Dictionary.com chooses 2024 Word of the Year
Dictionary.com has chosen its 2024 Word of the Year – and it’s from that massive TikTok trend this summer.
Dictionary.com has chosen its 2024 Word of the Year – and it’s from that massive TikTok trend this summer.
Microsoft outage: What you need to know
Several Microsoft programs, including Outlook, Microsoft 365, and Teams, are experiencing outages, according to reports on Downdetector.
Several Microsoft programs, including Outlook, Microsoft 365, and Teams, are experiencing outages, according to reports on Downdetector.
New app aims to protect children during the holidays
November is child safety and protection month, a time dedicated to raising awareness to the dangers children face and the steps that can be taken to prevent them. Oded Pelled and Natalia Daniel, the founders of a new intelligent baby book and photo sharing app called 'Firsties', join LiveNOW from FOX, to share why they created a free app to help families share photos, safely.
November is child safety and protection month, a time dedicated to raising awareness to the dangers children face and the steps that can be taken to prevent them. Oded Pelled and Natalia Daniel, the founders of a new intelligent baby book and photo sharing app called 'Firsties', join LiveNOW from FOX, to share why they created a free app to help families share photos, safely.
NFL 'reassured' by Netflix over concerns, per report
Netflix?s streaming issues during the heavily anticipated fight between boxing legend Mike Tyson and Jake Paul were problematic enough that it raised concerns for the NFL ahead of the league?s upcoming games that will be streamed exclusively on the platform on Christmas Day, according to one report.
Netflix?s streaming issues during the heavily anticipated fight between boxing legend Mike Tyson and Jake Paul were problematic enough that it raised concerns for the NFL ahead of the league?s upcoming games that will be streamed exclusively on the platform on Christmas Day, according to one report.
More than 10% of South Korea's workforce is now robotic, survey finds
Robot adoption in factories around the world continues at a rapid pace. Here's where the U.S. ranks.
Robot adoption in factories around the world continues at a rapid pace. Here's where the U.S. ranks.
ChatGPT outperformed doctors in diagnostic accuracy, study reveals
A study reveals ChatGPT-4 outperformed doctors in diagnosing medical conditions, but skepticism and underutilization of AI tools hinder its integration into healthcare.
A study reveals ChatGPT-4 outperformed doctors in diagnosing medical conditions, but skepticism and underutilization of AI tools hinder its integration into healthcare.
Is PayPal down? Payment service briefly experiences 'system issue'
Thousands of users reported issues with PayPal on Thursday morning. Here's what to know.
Thousands of users reported issues with PayPal on Thursday morning. Here's what to know.
Apple’s iOS 18.1 brings AI advancements: Privacy tips you need
Apple’s iOS 18.1 introduces AI-powered updates to Siri and Apple Intelligence. Learn how these changes enhance personalization and how to protect your privacy.
Apple’s iOS 18.1 introduces AI-powered updates to Siri and Apple Intelligence. Learn how these changes enhance personalization and how to protect your privacy.
Is Reddit down? Outage reported by social media users
There was a spike of more than 46,000 error reports Wednesday afternoon for Reddit, according to Downdetector.
There was a spike of more than 46,000 error reports Wednesday afternoon for Reddit, according to Downdetector.
Suspect in custody after allegedly kidnapping child he met on social media, police say
The suspect, only identified as a juvenile male, led police on a chase before crashing into the back of a police car.
The suspect, only identified as a juvenile male, led police on a chase before crashing into the back of a police car.