Twitter's Latest Feature Could Make Tweeting Less Intimidating

Twitter is rolling out a feature globally called Twitter Circle that lets users tweet to smaller groups. CalledTwitter Circle, the feature lets users tweet to a smaller group rather than all of their followers. Users can add up to 150 people to their Twitter Circle and edit who is in the group. Twitter said it’s taking in feedback from its partners and online safety experts. The social media company is also adding more features amid a tumultuous time....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 118 words · David Rodriguez

Twitter's research shows its algorithms boost tweets from the right

In addition, right-leaning news outlets see greater algorithmic amplification on Twitter compared to left-leaning news outlets. The research didn’t explain why tweets from the right are favored by the algorithms. The report contradictslong-time criticismsfrom Republicans who claim that both Twitter and Facebook actively suppress conservative speech. Both companies have repeatedly denied the accusations. It used public, third-party sources to identify political party affiliation. It didn’t use tweeted content to attempt to guess the political views of elected officials....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 78 words · Melvin Foster Jr.

Twitter's Widespread Glitches Appear to Be Resolved

Twitter is acting like working normally again after widespread issues were reported on Wednesday. Problems started around 1:30 p.m. PT, according tooutage monitoring site Down Detector. Multiple internal & external issues simultaneously today. Should be fully back on track later tonight. FYI: It’s not just you. Twitter’s broken right now.Sending Tweets is down. you might still schedule tweets a minute in advance. Twitter may not be working as expected for some of you....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 103 words · Lori Watson

Uber Eats to Use Autonomous Electric Vehicles for Deliveries

Ever orderedUber Eatsand thought, “If only I didn’t have to tip my driver.” If you live in the right city, you may soon find out what that’s like. Nuro’s autonomous delivery vehicles are built specifically to carry food and other goods, the release says. They don’t contain driversor passengers, and they run on public roads. Nuro has previously announced partnerships with companies includingFedExandDomino’s. Participating merchants as well as service areas in Mountain View and Houston haven’t been shared yet....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Kimberly Mitchell

Uber Will Let You Share a Ride (and Get a Discount) in More Cities

Uber said it plans to launch the option in even more cities soon. UberX Share is already available in a dozen cities across the US and Canada. It’s also available in more than 20 international cities, including Sydney, Buenos Aires and Paris. The company has pledged to become azero-emissions platformglobally by 2040. Just fire up the app, input your destination and scroll down to UberX Share. Once you’re dropped off, you pay and tip (if you want) through the Uber app....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Theresa Smith

Uber's New Explore Feature Will Help You Book Entertainment

People can now book dinner reservations, buy tickets to events and get offers on rides using thenew in-app Uber Explore feature, the ride-hailing giant said Tuesday. The feature will make suggestions based on your use of the Uber and Uber Eats apps, with categories including food and drink, art and culture, music and shows and nightlife. When you go to the Explore tab in the Uber app, you’re free to browse “experiences,” purchase tickets to events directly from the app and get a ride to the event by clicking the “ride there now” option....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 140 words · Manuel Garcia

UFC 262 Oliveira vs. Chandler: Start time, how to watch and full fight card

Both have earned this shot. Who’s gonna win? Really tough to tell. It’s a fascinating style match-up. Oliveira is rangy and incredible from his back, Chandler possesses incredible one-shot power and dynamite wrestling. This one could go either way. I have no idea what’s going to happen. Especially if you’re one of the UFC fans who want to watch UFC live in the US. MMA fans in theUKcan watch UFC 262exclusively through BT Sport....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 128 words · Laura Neal

UFC 265 Derrick Lewis vs. Cyril Gane: When it starts and how to watch

That said, this is still a compelling fight. The remainder of the card features a few gems. Both always deliver high octane fights. Especially if you’re one of the UFC fans who want to watch UFC in the US. MMA fans in theUKcan watch UFC 264exclusively through BT Sport. There are more options if you live inAustralia. you’re free to watch UFC 264 through Main Event on Foxtel. you’ve got the option to alsowatch on the UFC website or using its app....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 125 words · Kayla Shaw

UFC 269 Charles Oliveira vs. Dustin Poirier: Start time, how to watch or stream online

UFC 269is ready to go, and it’s a big one. It’s one of the strongest cards in recent memory. But UFC 269 runs deep. Make no mistake, this Saturday is MMA Christmas. Here’s everything you’re gonna wanna know. Especially, if you’re one of the UFC fans who want to watch UFC in the US. MMA fans in the UK can watch UFC 269exclusively through BT Sport. There are more options if you live in Australia....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 139 words · Rebecca Silva

Ukraine Asks Hackers for Help to Defend Against Russia, Says Report

Requests for volunteers began to appear on hacker forums Thursday morning, Reuters reported. The request included instructions for hackers and cybersecurity experts on how to submit an program via Google Docs. The report appeared afterRussia launched a military attack on Ukraine. As the attacks continued throughout the day, many Ukrainian residents made preparations to flee their homeland. Countries in central Europe, including Poland, Hungary and Slovakia, prepared to receive an influx of refugees....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 101 words · Ashley Reyes

Ukraine Invasion: Reliable Twitter Accounts to Follow What's Happening

The situation in Ukraine hasevolved rapidlysince Russian military forcesattacked the Eastern European nationon Feb. 24. Beyond Ukraine, President Joe Biden tweets fromhis own accountand theofficial US presidential account. Aid groups includeHuman Rights Watch,Amnesty InternationaltheUN Refugee AgencyandFree Press Unlimited. TheKyiv IndependentandKyiv Postoffer English language updates from Ukraine’s capital. CNN’sMatthew Chanceis reporting from Ukraine, while his colleagueFrederik Pleitgenis stationed in Russia, near the border with Ukraine. The Washington Post’sIsabelle Khurshudyanand the BBC’sMyroslava Petsaare stationed in Kyiv....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 74 words · Emma Pace

Ukraine Successfully Defends Its Cyberspace While Russia Leans Heavily on Guns, Bombs

A massive cyberattack could still cripple Ukraine and its allies. Analysts had warned thatcyberwarfarewould be among Russia’s preferred tactics ahead of its Feb. 24 invasion. Among the potential targets: Ukraine’s power grid and critical infrastructure. And such attacks could target allies and other countries too, they’d said. Cyberattacks can have a “very fleeting effect,” he said. Russia-launched cyberattacks are nothing new for Ukraine. TheNotPetyaattack, attributed to Russia, crippled computers across Ukraine in 2017....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 103 words · Scott Ayala

Ukrainian Official Calls on Xbox and PlayStation to Ban Russian Gamers

@Xbox@PlayStationYou are definitely aware of what is happening in Ukraine right now. Russia declare war not for Ukraine but for all civilized world. The call comes amid a string of other sanctions and bans in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Russian athletes have been banned fromthe 2022 Paralympic Games in Beijingby the International Olympic Committee. Russia has also been banned fromthis year’s Eurovision competition. Some Russian banks have been removed from theSWIFT banking system, which limits their ability to do international business....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 95 words · Jake Miller