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What to do if your kid is bullied about their weight online, according to experts

(CNN) — There are a lot of risks when it comes to adolescents using screens — and a new multinational study shows weight-related bullying may be among them.

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN

NC high school student charged with assaulting teacher after 'disturbing video' circulates on social media

A student was filmed assaulting an educator Monday at Parkland High School, the sheriff's office said. On Tuesday, a secure custody order was issued for one count of communicating threats and two counts of misdemeanor assault.

Trump Media stock slides again to bring it more than 66% below its peak as euphoria fades

NEW YORK (AP) — The stock price for Donald Trump's social media company slid again Monday, pushing it more than 66% below its peak set late last month.

Social media star Shannon Fiedler brings stand-up routine to Goodnights Comedy Club in Raleigh

Comedian Shannon Fiedler is set to perform this weekend at Goodnights Comedy Club in Raleigh. Tickets are $22 for the 7 p.m. ET Sunday event.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Shannon Fiedler discusses upcoming show at Goodnights Comedy Club

Comedian Shannon Fiedler is set to perform this weekend at Goodnights Comedy Club in Raleigh. Tickets are $22 for the 7 p.m. ET Sunday event.

What Happened When India Pulled the Plug on TikTok

NEW DELHI — In India, a country of 1.4 billion, it took TikTok just a few years to build an audience of 200 million users. India was its biggest market. Then, on June 29, 2020, the Indian government banned TikTok, along with 58 other Chinese apps, after a simmering conflict between India and China flared into violence at their border.

Alex Travelli and Suhasini Raj, New York Times

What we gained (and lost) when our daughter unplugged for a school year

Here in Australia, a growing number of respected schools lock up smart everything for months. They surround digital natives with nature.

Damien Cave, New York Times

FTC investigating TikTok over privacy and security

(CNN) -- The Federal Trade Commission is investigating TikTok for its data and security practices, two sources told CNN on the condition of anonymity.

By Brian Fung and Samantha Delouya, CNN

Trump's social media company to start trading on the Nasdaq on Tuesday

Former president Donald Trump is set to own most of the combined company — or nearly 79 million shares. Multiply that by Digital World’s closing stock price Friday of $36.94, and the total value of his stake could be nearly $3 billion.

Big brands could pivot easily if TikTok goes away. For many small businesses, it's another story

Many are testing alternatives and prioritizing work with influencers who have sizable followings on multiple social media platforms.

Google, Meta and others face tough questions in Australia over cyber extremism threats

The country’s eSafety regulator announced Tuesday that it had issued legal notices to Google, Meta, X, WhatsApp, Telegram and Reddit requiring each company to report on steps they are taking to protect Australian users of their platforms from extremist material online.

Judge rules YouTube, Facebook and Reddit must face lawsuits claiming they helped radicalize a mass shooter

(CNN) -- A New York state judge on Monday denied a motion to dismiss a lawsuit against several social media companies alleging the platforms contributed to the radicalization of a gunman who killed 10 people at a grocery store in Buffalo, New York in 2022, court documents show.

By Melissa Alonso, CNN

Gen Z gets social on Instagram or TikTok, but keeps Facebook for shopping

Over the past decade, Facebook has declined in popularity with Gen Z as a social site, but many use Facebook Marketplace as "the internet's garage sale."

Melissa Rohman, New York Times

NC Rep. Jeff Jackson explains why he voted for bill that could ban TikTok

(CNN) -- Democratic Rep. Jeff Jackson struck a breezy tone as he talked about the State of the Union while sitting in the kitchen where he films several of his TikTok videos.

By Shania Shelton, CNN

NC social media influencers concerned for financial future after House passes a bill that could lead to a TikTok ban

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The House on Wednesday passed a bill that would lead to a nationwide ban of the popular video app TikTok if its China-based owner doesn't sell its stake, as lawmakers acted on concerns that the company's current ownership structure is a national security threat.

By KEVIN FREKING, HALELUYA HADERO and MARY CLARE JALONICK, Associated Press

In Depth with Dan: Answering viewer responses on manipulating images

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty received several emails about the doctored photo posted by the Princess of Wales.

In Depth with Dan: Why we question images online

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty explains why viewers question images posted online.

House to Move Ahead With Bill Targeting TikTok as Trump Flips to Oppose It

WASHINGTON -- House Republican leaders are moving this week to pass legislation that would force the Chinese owners of TikTok to sell the platform or face being banned in the United States, even after former President Donald Trump came out against targeting the popular social media app he once vowed to ban.

Annie Karni and Jonathan Swan, New York Times

Town hall on impacts of social media on kid's mental health held in Wake County

Attorney General Josh Stein, Wake County education leaders and students discussed the impacts social media has on mental health, and what's next.

Here's how Reddit plans to price shares when it goes public

New York (CNN) -- Reddit on Monday said it expects to price shares between $31 and $34 each when it makes its long-anticipated initial public offering, which will make it the first social media company to go public in years.

By Clare Duffy, CNN

'We're asking for accountability.' Wake leaders, AG Stein pitch their social media solutions to parents, students

Amid lawsuits from states and schools, addressing challenges related to social media remains a multi-faceted problem without a single solution.

Emily Walkenhorst, WRAL education reporter, and Shelle Jackson, WRAL reporter

NC leaders discuss social media's impact on children

The Wake County Public School System on Monday held an event at Athens Drive Magnet High School, where the state Department of Justice discussed social media and its impact on children.

Reddit looking to raise almost $750 million in initial public offering

Reddit is offering approximately 15.3 million shares, while the selling stockholders are offering about 6.7 million shares.

Wait, is America actually banning TikTok now?

House lawmakers are moving with dizzying speed with a plan that could ban TikTok from the United States.

Facebook, Instagram back up after more than half a million users locked out of accounts

At 10:28 a.m., there were 566,750 reported outages. As of 11:30 a.m., Facebook and Instagram were back up and running.