Russia Blocks Instagram Amid Widening Social Media Crackdown
(AP) — Russian regulators said Friday that internet users will be blocked from accessing Instagram because it’s being used to call for violence against Russian soldiers, in Moscow’s latest move to tighten up access to foreign social platforms. The communications and media regulator, Roskomnadzor, said in a statement that it’s restricting national access to Instagram because the platform is spreading “calls to commit violent acts against Russian citizens, including military personnel.” Facebook parent Meta Platforms, which also owns Instagram, didn’t respond immediately to a request for comment. Roskomnadzor specifically cited a Thursday tweet by Meta spokesman Andy Stone conveying a company statement saying it had “made allowances for forms of political expression that would normally viola...
Instagram to Start Demoting Content from Russian State-Owned Media
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Britney Spears Wants a Family With Fiancé Sam Asghari
To witness Britney Spears build a happy, healthy life in the aftermath of last year’s ultra-public legal struggles is truly a thing of beauty. She’s been doing lots of dancing, hitting the beach and spending quality time with her fiancé Sam Asghari — and from the looks of her recent Instagram post, starting a family might be next on the post-conservatorship docket. Explore See latest videos, charts and news The 40-year-old pop star wrote about her dreams of expanding their family unit in a glowing happy birthday message to Asghari, posted on her Instagram Thursday (March 4). “Happy Birthday to my Fiancé … I love you so much,” she wrote. “I want a family with you. I want it all with you!” “Millions of things to wish for,” Asghari replied. “I only have one wish.” Spears got engaged to the 28...
Kanye West Attempts Accountability After Vicious Kim Kardashian Jabs
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Marc Piasecki / Getty Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are in the midst of a very public split to their marriage with the Chicago superstar displaying behavior that borders on abusive according to some. Taking a step back, the artist also known as Ye made an attempt at accountability via his Instagram account in a bid to stem the tide. A day after sending roses to his estranged wife via a pickup truck delivery, the 44-year-old producer and entrepreneur took to his freshly-scrubbed Instagram account to express his latest thoughts regarding Kardashian and their current ordeal. The image in the post featured Ye standing atop the massive dome-like structure from the Free Larry Hoover benefit concert alongside his former rival Drake. From Instagram: I’ve learned ...
NBA YoungBoy Says “Don’t Sign To Atlantic” In First Post Back To Instagram
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Gary Miller / Getty The talent who the new generation heralds as The GOAT is back on social media. NBA YoungBoy’s first post urges other performers to not sign to his record label. As spotted on Hip-Hop N More the Baton Rouge, Louisiana native has returned back to Instagram. On Wednesday, February 9 he popped up on his account with a simple but very straightforward message to all artists. The visual read “Don’t sign to Atlantic” and he doubled down on the suggestion in his caption by saying “trust me.” This is not the first time the “Right Foot Creep” MC has expressed dissatisfaction with his recording home publicly. Earlier this month he questioned Atlantic Records about how they were handling his career and alleged that the company was baller ...
It’s Up: Cardi B Makes Kulture’s Instagram Page Private Due To Obscene Comments
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz While the internet remains undefeated some folks need to learn respect and common courtesy. Cardi B has locked her daughter’s Instagram page after finding some very offensive responses in the comments section. As per Complex the Bronx bombshell isn’t feeling the type of attention that Kulture’s Instagram has been receiving as of late. On Monday, February 7 she took to Twitter to express her dissatisfaction on what some individuals have been writing on the page. “Haven’t been checking my daughter account but now I’m going to lock her page …I don’t know wtf is going on but I hope y’all moms die for giving birth to you hoe ass weirdos” she wrote in a since deleted Tweet. Bardi went on to double down on her statement with ...
Fade: Kanye West Scrubs Instagram Of All Posts About Kim Kardashian & Their Kids
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Marc Piasecki / Getty The saga between between Kanye West and his estranged wife continues. He has scrubbed Instagram after making his private conversations on Kim Kardashian public on social media. As per Page Six the Chicago, Illinois native has apparently given more thought to his recent tactics. It seems he has purposely deleted all posts regarding his very tense relationship with his soon to be his ex-wife from his Instagram account. On Sunday, February 6 the “All Of The Lights” rapper posted a screenshot of a text conversation looking to get in contact with Kim. “Send me Kim’s number” the exchange read. His caption alleged that she thought he wanted bodily harm done to her. “Yesterday Kim accused me of putting a hit out on her,” West wrote. “So...
Carlos Marin, Singer in Classic Crossover Act Il Divo, Dies at 53
Carlos Marín, who was part of the British singing group Il Divo, died Sunday at age 53. The cause of death was not revealed; however, he had been hospitalized recently. The group announced his death via its Instagram account. “It is with heavy hearts that we are letting you know that our friend and partner, Carlos Marin, has passed away,” the post reads. “He will be missed by his friends, family and fans. There will never be another voice or spirit like Carlos. For 17 years the four of us have been on this incredible journey of Il Divo together, and we will miss our dear friend. We hope and pray that his beautiful soul will rest in peace.” The post was signed by the group’s three surviving members: David Miller, Sébastien Izambard and Urs Bühler. The news of his death comes three days afte...
Adele’s Team Took Away Her Instagram Password After “The Only Picture I Ever Posted Myself”
In 2020, Adele’s team gave her the password to her own Instagram account for the first time, but after posting one picture — of herself in a Jamaican flag bikini and bantu knots — they took it away again. The British superstar revealed the drama during a sit-down with makeup and beauty vlogger NikkieTutorials. “In COVID, they let me have my password,” Adele said while receiving eyeliner. “I was never allowed my passwords for my socials before. It’s actually quite a well-known fact.” As she explained, “They were worried if I’d get drunk, or be annoyed, whatever I would do. Not responding to anyone, more just posting my general thoughts.” However, “Then I posted a picture, which a lot of people know about. It’s the only picture I ever posted myself. And then they took my password a...
JPEGMAFIA Takes Over Consequence’s Instagram
Experimental hip-hop artist JPEGMAFIA is in the midst of a North American tour in support of his latest album, the excellent LP! On Monday, November 15th, the Los Angeles-based rapper will be taking over the Consequence Instagram Story ahead of his show at The Complex in Salt Lake City. In anticipation of the takeover, Peggy answered some questions about standout tracks from LP! and shared his future music plans now that his major label contract has run its course. Advertisement Related Video LP! features references to two of JPEGMAFIA’s favorite interests: pro wrestling and Britney Spears. On “END CREDITS!,” he samples a shocking speech that aired on a September 2021 episode of AEW Dynamite in which wrestling legend Arn Anderson threatens Cody Rhodes. “I have friends in AEW and I’ve been ...
Why Facebook Doesn’t Want to Be A Social Media Company Anymore
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Facebook, Instagram Unveil New Controls for Kids
The new controls were outlined on Sunday by Nick Clegg, Facebook’s vice president for global affairs, who made the rounds on various Sunday news shows including CNN’s “State of the Union” and ABC’s “This Week with George Stephanopoulos” where he was grilled about Facebook’s use of algorithms as well as its role in spreading harmful misinformation ahead of the Jan. 6 Capitol riots. “We are constantly iterating in order to improve our products,” Clegg told Dana Bash on “State of the Union” Sunday. “We cannot, with a wave of the wand, make everyone’s life perfect. What we can do is improve our products, so that our products are as safe and as enjoyable to use.” Clegg said that Facebook has invested $13 billion over the past few years in making sure to keep the platform safe and that the compa...
