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YouTube Snap and TikTok settle a major school social media addiction case while Meta heads to trial

YouTube Snap and TikTok settle a major school social media addiction case while Meta heads to trial

YouTube, Snap and TikTok have settled the first school-district case scheduled for trial over allegations that social media platforms worsen youth mental health. The claims came from Kentucky’s Breathitt County School District, while Meta Platforms must still face trial alone on June 15 in federal court in Oakland. Terms were not disclosed. The lawsuit is a bellwether for roughly 1,200 similar school district suits, including California cases numbering in the thousands.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 16 May 2026
Bandi Sanjay Kumar files defamation suit in Hyderabad to silence links to son FIR

Bandi Sanjay Kumar files defamation suit in Hyderabad to silence links to son FIR

Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar has approached Hyderabad City Civil Court with a defamation suit, seeking removal of content across satellite TV channels, YouTube, Facebook, X, and Instagram that allegedly links him to a case involving his son Bandi Bhagirath. He filed two interlocutory applications—one to stop further broadcast or publication and another to immediately remove past week postings. His counsel warned that non-compliance could amount to contempt of court. The dispute follows his son’s anticipatory bail plea linked to a Telangana FIR and POCSO allegations.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 15 May 2026

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Bengaluru uncle sold orphaned sisters 11 and 12, as men filmed abuse for profit

Bengaluru uncle sold orphaned sisters 11 and 12, as men filmed abuse for profit

Bengaluru’s Cyber Command Centre says two orphaned sisters, aged 11 and 12, were repeatedly sexually assaulted for over a year, while being filmed for quick money on social media. Investigators allege their uncle betrayed them by accepting payments from two men—Kiran Kumar Nayak and Aditya MK—to hand the girls over for exploitation. The breakthrough reportedly came from a National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal alert, leading to arrests, seizure of three phones, and statements recorded under POCSO.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 15 May 2026
Delhi High Court flags criminal contempt notice for Kejriwal over judge-targeting posts, warns of anarchy

Delhi High Court flags criminal contempt notice for Kejriwal over judge-targeting posts, warns of anarchy

The Delhi High Court, led by Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma, has reportedly issued a notice of criminal contempt against AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal over “extremely defamatory” content circulated against her. The judge also indicated contempt proceedings may follow against other AAP figures, including Manish Sisodia and Durgesh Pathak, warning that tolerating such attacks could lead to “anarchy.” The development emerged during CBI arguments challenging discharge orders in the Delhi excise policy case, amid a recusal row.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
Australian man swims through Fashion Week runway, thinking it was beach stairs and going viral instantly

Australian man swims through Fashion Week runway, thinking it was beach stairs and going viral instantly

An Australian local, David Handley, went viral after reportedly walking into a Fashion Week setting while believing it was just beach access. Instead of reacting to the attention, he continued his routine swim at Tamarama Beach. The clip struck a chord with viewers growing wary of overly curated online personas, fueling a broader push for authentic, everyday moments.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
BJP MLA Maithili Thakur fixes tagged garbage on video and shocks Bihar with fast action

BJP MLA Maithili Thakur fixes tagged garbage on video and shocks Bihar with fast action

After being tagged on Instagram by a young resident in Alinagar, Bihar, BJP MLA and folk singer Maithili Thakur moved quickly to clear a local garbage issue. She shared the outcome in a video and urged citizens to report civic problems directly to her, turning social media outreach into hands-on, on-ground action that has drawn widespread online praise.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026

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Instagram launches Instants letting photos vanish after viewing in a Snapchat-like duel

Instagram launches Instants letting photos vanish after viewing in a Snapchat-like duel

Instagram has launched Instants, a new ephemeral photo-sharing feature designed for spontaneous, unedited moments. Shared images appear in a stack within Instagram inboxes and disappear after they’ve been viewed. Instagram also released a standalone companion app for faster camera access. The feature is rolling out globally starting today.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
Influencer The Skin Doctor speaks after arrest saying judge saw no offense intent

Influencer The Skin Doctor speaks after arrest saying judge saw no offense intent

Influencer Dr. Neelam Singh, popularly known as “The Skin Doctor,” has broken his silence after arrest and bail in a case tied to alleged posts about Sunjay Kapur’s family. Singh says the judge found no offense or intent behind his detention, thanking supporters while acknowledging criticism. He indicated he will later share case details and his next steps.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Kids cosmetics boom as kidfluencers push get ready with me habits

Kids cosmetics boom as kidfluencers push get ready with me habits

The “get ready with me” trend is pulling kids deeper into the beauty industry, fueled by kidfluencers who showcase cosmetics to young audiences. Brands market the products as play and experimentation, but experts warn the content can shape social conditioning—nudging kids from curiosity toward routine, and potentially impacting self-image and the need for external validation.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Can you be arrested for social media posts in India The Skin Doctor case raises alarms

Can you be arrested for social media posts in India The Skin Doctor case raises alarms

Delhi Police arrested influencer Dr. Neelam Singh, “The Skin Doctor,” over alleged social media posts targeting businessman Sunjay Kapur’s family. A lawyer dismissed the case as baseless and says the speed of the arrest suggests outside pressure. Under Indian law, arrests can follow posts tied to defamation, hate speech, or misinformation, turning online speech into potential criminal risk.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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Delhi Police arrest influencer dermatologist The Skin Doctor over posts linked to Sunjay Kapur death

Delhi Police arrest influencer dermatologist The Skin Doctor over posts linked to Sunjay Kapur death

Delhi Police arrested dermatologist and social media influencer Dr Neelam Singh, known online as “The Skin Doctor,” alleging her posts were linked to the Kapur family after businessman Sunjay Kapur’s death. The action follows complaints filed at Vasant Kunj Police Station and an ongoing probe into her social media activity and connections to the case.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026
X launches a History tab merging likes bookmarks videos and read articles

X launches a History tab merging likes bookmarks videos and read articles

X has introduced a new History tab that brings together bookmarks, likes, watched videos, and read articles in a single hub. The update turns the app further into a save-it-for-later destination, making it easier to revisit what you’ve engaged with across posts, media, and articles without hunting through multiple sections.

Summarised by Beize from a story on TechCrunch on 13 May 2026
Instagram launches Instants letting close friends view photos once for 24 hours

Instagram launches Instants letting close friends view photos once for 24 hours

Instagram is rolling out a new feature called Instants that borrows from Snapchat’s ephemeral vibe and BeReal’s prompt-like feel. Users can share disappearing photos to Close Friends or mutual followers. Viewers can open the image only once, while the post remains accessible in the chat for up to 24 hours, adding urgency without going fully transient.

Summarised by Beize from a story on TechCrunch on 13 May 2026
Woman reportedly hanging from Vancouver Granville Street bridge as police operation sparks hours of closure

Woman reportedly hanging from Vancouver Granville Street bridge as police operation sparks hours of closure

The Granville Street Bridge in Vancouver stayed closed for hours Tuesday after reports of a woman seen hanging from the structure during a police operation. Traffic backed up across the area, while social media circulated unverified claims about a rescue. Authorities have not yet released an official update or confirmed what happened.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026

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Ted Cruz backs Kids Online Safety Act advancing new rules for social media platforms

Ted Cruz backs Kids Online Safety Act advancing new rules for social media platforms

The Kids Online Safety Act is moving forward after Senator Ted Cruz announced his support, clearing a major legislative hurdle. The bill would require social media companies to use “reasonable care” when designing features that could harm minors, including systems that may contribute to issues such as eating disorders and depression.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Indigo launches a social app that unifies Mastodon and Bluesky in one timeline

Indigo launches a social app that unifies Mastodon and Bluesky in one timeline

Indigo, a new social app, aims to bring the open social web into one place. It lets users cross-post to platforms like Mastodon and Bluesky while offering a unified timeline. Instead of juggling separate feeds and posting tools, Indigo centralizes discovery and publishing across multiple networks.

Summarised by Beize from a story on TechCrunch on 12 May 2026
Threads tests Meta AI integration to add Grok like answers inside conversations

Threads tests Meta AI integration to add Grok like answers inside conversations

Threads is testing a new Meta AI integration meant to surface real time context on trends and breaking stories, while also offering personalized recommendations, all directly inside ongoing conversations. The goal is to make AI assistance feel embedded in the chat flow—closer to how Grok works—rather than pushing users to a separate tool or page.

Summarised by Beize from a story on TechCrunch on 12 May 2026
Iltija Mufti social media blocked after sharing Geelani video as case filed by police

Iltija Mufti social media blocked after sharing Geelani video as case filed by police

Iltija Mufti’s social media account was blocked in India after she shared a video of the late Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani. Jammu and Kashmir Police registered a case tied to the video. The PDP criticized the move, saying silencing voices will not solve Kashmir’s underlying issues.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026

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Bengaluru auto driver turns Vijay Trisha poster savage line goes viral ahead of swearing in

Bengaluru auto driver turns Vijay Trisha poster savage line goes viral ahead of swearing in

A Bengaluru autorickshaw poster featuring Vijay and Trisha Krishnan has gone viral online, with the auto driver using the punchy line “Love is life but lover is not wife.” The image spread rapidly on X ahead of Vijay’s swearing-in, while Trisha’s appearance at the event further fueled fresh buzz and online reactions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 11 May 2026
OPPO’s “two husbands” joke sparks China backlash as executives face punishment

OPPO’s “two husbands” joke sparks China backlash as executives face punishment

Chinese electronics firm OPPO reportedly punished senior executives after a Weibo ad backlash over a joke about a woman having “two husbands.” The post, later deleted, framed a celebrity as a “second husband,” drawing criticism from Chinese authorities and state-linked groups. Regulators said the brand crossed moral lines while chasing younger consumers, turning a marketing misstep into a national controversy.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
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