Social Media Sites Restricting Access to Russian State Media in Europe
Google announced on Twitter that it is blocking YouTube channels connected to the RT and Sputnik Russian state media outlets in Europe.
'Worldle' Is a Geography-Themed Guessing Game Inspired by 'Wordle'
"Worldle" is the latest puzzle game inspired by the success of "Wordle." The difference is that this one has been designed to test your geography knowledge.
Google Doodle Celebrates Toni Stone, Trailblazing Female Baseball Player
The Google Doodle for February 9. 2022, displays an illustration of the female baseball player, Toni Stone. Here is what you need to know about her.
As Facebook Stock Plummets, It Pivots to Video (Again)
On Thursday, Facebook shares fell 25 percent after the company reported its first ever drop in daily user numbers.
Dan Bongino's YouTube Ban Leaves Conservatives Outraged as They Tout Rumble
One right-wing pundit said the Fox News presenter's ban shows the streaming platform is just "a communist echo chamber."
25-Year-Old Woman With Rare Cancer Was Told by Doctor She Had Piles
"I had these tumors pop up on my body... and no one would listen to me because I was young, healthy, and looked fine," Kasey Altman said.
The New Google Doodle Celebrates the Life of Polish Artist Katarzyna Kobro
The Google Doodle for January 26, 2022 is dedicated to artist Katarzyna Kobro. Here is all you need to know about the sculptor and why she is being celebrated.
Google Accused Of 'Constant Surveillance', Deceptive Methods to Access Data
Attorney generals in at least four states are expected to be file lawsuits on Monday accusing the company of deceiving users about how their location is tracked.
U.S. 'Walking Towards Authoritarianism' by Not Reigning in Big Tech—Author
In her book 'Privacy is Power,' Carissa Véliz explores how governments and corporations exploit personal data and the questionable ethics behind it.
How To Invite Friends To Play 'Rainbow Six Extraction' Using the Buddy Pass
With the buddy pass system, you can invite two of your friends to play "Rainbow Six Extraction" without them needing to own the game. Here's how it works.
Here Is When 'Rainbow Six Extraction' Will Unlock for All Platforms
"Rainbow Six Extraction" will be unlocking in certain territories before others. Here is when the multiplayer game will be available in the United States.
Viral Thread Shares Basic Computer Skills Users 'Shocked' Not to Know
Computers have evolved plenty over the last few decades, yet not everyone understands the basics.
1/6 Committee Subpoenas Social Media Looking for Election Overturn Efforts
The committee issued subpoenas to Alphabet, Meta, Reddit and Twitter, the nation's largest tech and social media companies.
Android Automotive Gets Its First Web Browser
Vivaldi is the first available third-party web browser for Android Automotive OS.
Google, Facebook Fined $227M in France for Difficult Opt Out Procedures
According to independent oversight authority CNIL, "several clicks are required to refuse all cookies" on the websites.
Best of CES 2022: The 25 Coolest New Products, Gear and Tech
From the latest TVs to smart home gadgets to the latest tech accessories, these are Newsweek's picks for the best products coming out of CES 2022.
Everything You Need To Know About the New Online Puzzle Game 'Wordle'
A new daily puzzle, known as "Wordle," has been growing increasingly popular online. Here is everything you need to know about the unassuming guessing game.
Here Is How To Keep Up With the Announcements From CES 2022
With presentations from the likes of Sony, Samsung, Intel, LG and Nvidia, this year's Consumer Electronics Show promises lots of exciting news.
Woman Says Hinge Date Was Previously Arrested for 'Aggravated Kidnapping'
"I told him I realized I actually wasn't ready to date again yet and then proceeded to block him on all social media platforms," said Shaina Kay Cardwell.
Where to Get a PCR COVID Test Near Me? How to Find a Testing Site
The Biden administration has partnered with Google to make it easier for people to locate free testing sites.
Google Doodle Celebrates Winter in the Northern Hemisphere
The latest Google Doodle shows a hedgehog walking through a snowy scene. This is to mark the astronomical beginning of winter in the Northern Hemisphere.
YouTube TV Loses Disney, ESPN, ABC—Drops Price by $15
Subscription rates to the service has been lowered because of the loss of 18 channels.
YouTube 'Incentivizing' Meghan Markle Trolls to Produce Videos—Data Analyst
Meghan Markle trolls are earning thousands from advertising linked to YouTube hate videos in an 'abhorrent' practice, a data analyst tells Newsweek.
Why (and When) YouTube TV Might Be Losing Disney, ESPN and Other Channels
Disney is currently embroiled in a dispute with Google which could mean that their channels including Disney, ESPN and ABC will get pulled from the platform.
Following U.S. Trend, Employees at Startup Crime App 'Citizen' to Unionize
"[W]hat we know now is that we've grown through this process, learning how we can better work together to deliver for our users," the company said.
Here Are the People, Movies and Queries That Were Googled the Most in 2021
Google has revealed the top trending searches from the past year. Here are some of the most interesting findings, and a few surprises as well.
Today's Google Doodle Celebrates Pizza With Interactive Graphic
Around five billion pizzas are consumed worldwide every year, with around 350 slices eaten per second in the U.S. alone, according to Google.
You Can Now Restore the YouTube Dislike Count With a New Browser Extension
Earlier this month, YouTube removed the public dislike count from all of its videos. Now, a web browser extension can be installed that lets you restore this functionality.
Google Doodle Honors Lotfi Zadeh, the Late Azerbaijani American Scientist
The computer scientist's groundbreaking work has formed the basis of several modern technologies from facial recognition and subway systems to stock trading.
COVID-19 Live Updates: Cases surge in Midwest as mask rules reintroduced
A new wave of COVID cases in the Upper Midwest is now spreading to other regions as Northeastern states report a surge in infections and hospitalizations. Follow Newsweek's liveblog for all the latest.