The New York Times – Music:
The social media platform says it was pressured into licensing agreements for songs “at inflated rates.” In 2023, publishers sued the company for copyright violations.
Category: X (Formerly Twitter)
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Trump’s Aides and Officials Take Political Battles Online
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
President Trump’s long, avid embrace of social media has been eagerly adopted by his top aides, replacing longstanding governmental norms with online ones.
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How ‘Clanker’ Became an Anti-A.I. Rallying Cry
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
The term, which was popularized by a “Star Wars” show and is rooted in real frustrations with technology, has become a go-to slur against artificial intelligence and robots.
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Karla Sofía Gascón, ‘Emilia Pérez’ Star, Apologizes for Posts on Muslims, George Floyd and China
The New York Times – Film:
The Oscar-nominated actress, who plays a cartel leader in “Emilia Pérez,” was criticized for derogatory comments about Muslims, George Floyd and China.
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A Look at Trump’s Inauguration Weekend Parties: Guests, Donors and Details
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Fans of Donald J. Trump spent millions for the opportunity to jump from ballrooms to rooftops for lavish events held across Washington this weekend.
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Post Asking for ‘Millennial Complaints’ Recalls a Simpler Era of Social Media
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
At a time of social media upheaval, a post to X had people making jokes and longing for what felt like a simpler (and less expensive) era.
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Earthquake in Northeast Shakes X, Formerly Twitter, Awake
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
For a brief, quaky moment, the social media platform was atwitter.
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Boeing Jokes Are a Favorite on TikTok. Guess Who’s Not Laughing.
The New York Times – Travel:
Social media users have managed to turn the troubled airplane manufacturer’s headlines into punchlines, though some play fast and loose with the specifics.