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Miley Cyrus paid tribute to her godmother Dolly Parton after Parton died at 80 from cancer, saying losing Dolly felt like losing an aunt and recalling their private moments, including a talk about music and metamorphosis; she vowed to honor Parton's legacy and keep her memory alive as a wave of celebrity tributes followed.
Instagram chief Adam Mosseri testified in a multi-state trial over social-media addiction and teen privacy, saying he hadn’t been told to hide or limit data and that lawyers reviewed materials for legal compliance; the testimony referenced a 2023 deck showing teens disproportionately consumed certain sensitive content and highlighted low adoption of the take-a-break feature, as states seek penalties and potential changes to Meta’s design.
Lil Nas X says fans have been amazingly kind since he got out of rehab, joking that they’re giving him “OD nice.” He’s staying positive on social media, even celebrating his 10,000th day of life with a cake pose. He previously opened up about a rehab stint and being bipolar, highlighting ongoing therapy and a psychiatrist as part of his recovery. He also faced legal trouble last year, with reports that charges could be dismissed if he continues mental-health treatment.
Instagram is rolling out First Draft, a Reels editing feature on iPhone that analyzes multiple clips and trims pauses to assemble a highlights reel, providing a starting point for further edits; it’s not AI-powered, and can be used from the camera or Reels gallery after selecting multiple clips.
Meta has agreed to an about $18 billion settlement with 29 states over claims its platforms addict minors and harm youth mental health. The deal requires safety upgrades including a two-hour daily limit for users aged 13–17 (parents govern changes), default night mode and school mode, hiding likes, blocking extreme makeup filters, and offering a non-algorithmic feed with an option to turn off autoplay. An independent auditor will monitor implementation; 70% of the settlement will be paid to states over the next decade, with 30% contingent on YouTube and TikTok taking similar steps. Meta did not admit wrongdoing, and the changes could go into effect within months, potentially affecting its ad-based business.
Meta has agreed to pay up to $18 billion to settle claims that Facebook and Instagram harmed children, with the settlement requiring a suite of safety features by default (night mode, a two-hour daily time limit, hidden likes, school mode, usage prompts, non‑algorithm feeds, autoplay off) and parental controls; the payout will be distributed in annual installments over 10 years and covers 48 states plus the District of Columbia and three territories, while Meta denies any wrongdoing.
Former Duke forward Kyle Singler posted alarming Instagram videos accusing Coach K and others of ignoring him, claiming he has no power or home, that people are breaking into his house and trying to kill him, and that Duke figures are after his money, continuing safety concerns he has raised in the past.
Glenn Close publicly defended Kim Kardashian on Instagram after a commenter posted a negative remark about Kardashian, praising their friendship and Close’s loyalty. The post underscores the pair’s on‑set camaraderie from Ryan Murphy’s All’s Fair, and the piece notes that Hamilton/Sir Lewis Hamilton even visited the All’s Fair set, with Close calling him a “sweet, classy” presence.
In a California federal trial, Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri disputed prosecutors’ claim that Meta hid negative teen-safety information, saying the company doesn’t publish every stat and noting the Take a Break feature had a low opt-in rate (about 1.8%); the 29-state suit alleges addictive designs and data practices harmed minors and could cost up to $200 billion, with further testimony expected.
Meghan Markle posted an Instagram story featuring a chicken joke as reports circulate that she and Prince Harry may spend an extended period in the UK; the couple’s rescue chickens in Montecito and dogs Mia and Pula are set to travel with them, while no formal details of the move have been released beyond a spokesperson noting a temporary UK stay.
Sydney Sweeney shared an Instagram clip of herself perched on a yellow biplane, wearing goggles and a red vest as the aircraft flips and even goes upside down, captioning 'watch out Tom Cruise.' Fans praised the stunt while Cruise’s Top Gun account teased with 'Feel the need for speed,' and the piece notes Cruise’s history of performing dangerous, punishing stunts driven by a sense of responsibility to fans and the movie industry.
Sydney Sweeney posted a video of herself atop a moving single‑engine plane, camera mounted on her wrist as the aircraft flipped upside down, while she coolly captioned it with “watch out Tom Cruise.” The Top Gun Instagram account even chimed in with “Feel the need for speed” in response to the stunt.
Ryan Seacrest posted a photo displaying bulging arm muscles while sharing a candlelit dinner for two, fueling romance speculation after his 2024 split, and highlighting his continued commitment to fitness as he nears 50.
Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen slammed unsolicited beauty advice she received on Instagram, signaling discomfort with intrusive social-media commentary as she attends the EU summit in Brussels.
Vanessa Bryant marked Kobe Bryant’s would‑be 48th birthday with a heartfelt Instagram tribute, sharing a smiling photo of Kobe and writing, “Happy birthday, baby. I love you so much. 8/23.” The post prompted tributes from fans and fellow athletes, including Candace Parker and Michael Phelps, and underscores Kobe’s legacy with the Lakers over a 20‑season career and his and Gianna’s death in 2020.