Topic: public reaction
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How Charlie Kirk's Death Fueled the Content Machine
Right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk was the subject of a shooting incident at Utah Valley University, which triggered widespread and rapid misinformation spread on social media platforms. Prominent figures, including Donald Trump and FBI officials, contributed to the confusion by sharing unverifi...
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RFK Jr.'s Tylenol-Autism Claim Sparks Anti-Vaccine Fury
The government is preparing to update safety labels for acetaminophen use during pregnancy and issue new guidance, while promoting leucovorin as a potential intervention for autism, based on claims by Health Secretary Kennedy and President Trump. Kennedy's anticipated announcement linking prenata...
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Microsoft Ends Nonprofit Ad Grants in December
Microsoft is ending its Ads for Social Impact grant program, which provided free advertising credits to nonprofits, with final grants distributed by November 2025 and a 45-day usage period before the program concludes in December 2025. Nonprofits can still access discounted technology tools throu...
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Pokémon and Theo Von: Why They Don't Belong in DHS Videos
The Department of Homeland Security used unapproved Pokémon and Theo Von content in social media posts to frame immigration enforcement actions in a controversial, pop culture-themed manner. Both Theo Von and The Pokémon Company publicly objected to the unauthorized use of their material, leading...
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Jimmy Kimmel Makes a Triumphant Return
The FCC's censorship attempt backfired, as Jimmy Kimmel's return broke YouTube viewership records with his monologue on the issue amassing over 19 million views. Viewership surged both online and on traditional TV, with the episode attracting nearly four times Kimmel's usual audience, averaging 6...
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Republicans Vow Censorship Crackdown After Charlie Kirk's Death
Following the fatal shooting of activist Charlie Kirk, Republican leaders, including Donald Trump, have threatened government action against individuals who celebrated or criticized Kirk online, despite First Amendment protections. The State Department announced potential visa restrictions for fo...
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