If a hacker can find your mom’s maiden name or your first pet on social media, your accounts are easy targets.
Next-gen CarPlay is here: CarPlay Ultra now takes over every screen in your car, not just the dashboard. It can handle things like the speedometer, climate control and fuel gauge, while still showing your iPhone’s maps and media. The catch? It’s only on Aston Martins for now, but more brands are coming.
16th century
That’s when the word “bro” first popped up, short for “brother.” Fast-forward to today, mix in a little social media brain rot, and Gen Alpha has taken it further with “bruh.” It now means just about anything: a greeting, joy, frustration, you name it. Versatile? Absolutely. Clear? Not even close.
🎞️ Make your own GIFs: Want something custom for social media? Try GIPHY for free. Just make an account, click Create (top right) and Choose a File (like an MP4). Trim the clip, add stickers or text and upload it. When it’s ready, you can Download it or Copy Link to share.
Facebook on mute: Whether you’re sneaking a scroll at work or just want things silenced, it’s easy to stop videos from auto-playing with sound. On your phone, go to Menu > Settings & privacy > Settings > Media and toggle Videos Start with Sound off. Ah, much better.
Stay in the know: Spot a topic trending on X that ties into your business? Let your favorite AI bot help you craft a social media post to show your audience you’re paying attention. Just say, “Write a [platform] post about [trending topic] that fits my [business or brand topic].”
💼 Get your résumé noticed: LinkedIn is the best place to show off your skills, connect with people in the same industry and find new job opportunities. Whether you’re job hunting or branding your company, LinkedIn helps you stand out! It’s not just social media, it’s your digital handshake. Click here to post your job for free!
📨 No contact info? No prob, here’s how to find someone’s email: Search for “John Smith” + “email.” The quotes help Google look for that exact phrase. Pro tip: Check their social media profiles. Some folks put their contact details right on their pages.
Less than 100
That’s how many shark bites are reported globally each year. Not a huge number, but it’s been going up. Why? Blame social media. Some influencers are telling tourists to snap selfies or reach out for a pat. Add to that the fact that most people can’t tell a reef shark from a bull shark. Yeah, natural selection in action.
💎 Kim K’s robbery trial update: Not me, silly. That Paris heist from 2016 when she was held at gunpoint and lost $10 million in jewelry. One of the thieves now says he regrets it because of, wait for it, all the media attention. FYI: They tracked her through her nonstop social media posts. She’s still oversharing today. Classic.
Influencers bought and sold
The Los Angeles Times uncovered a covert electioneering campaign involving over 500 social media creators. Here’s the scoop.
👔 Pro at video: Want your LinkedIn videos to pop? Keep ads to 15-30 seconds and bigger topics under two minutes. Formats like 9:16 (vertical) or 1:1 (square) look the best on phones and do better. To upload, open the app and tap Start a post (top right) > Add Media (picture frame icon) > pick your video and hit Post.
🧠 New Gen Z term to know: “Locking in.” If someone you know uses that phrase, it means they are cutting out distractions to focus on a personal goal. Think quitting social media, skipping parties and going all-in on fitness or making money. My dad used to call it “a kick in the a$$.”
💍 Be smitten, not bitten: Couples are losing thousands to photographers they find on social media. It all seems legit with a digital contract. Then, the shady shutterbugs ask for a cash deposit through Venmo or Zelle. But on the big day? They ghost you or show up and never deliver the photos. Folks, do your homework.
How to make your pet go viral — April 12th, Hour 2
Got a super cute pup or kitty? I chat with the creator behind The Oreo Cat on how to make your pet a social media superstar — and even make a little cash doing it. Plus, scientists clone direwolves (kind of), and AI is outpacing doctors on MRIs.
👩⚖️ Hailey Bieber v. haters: You just won’t talk to someone who trolls you on social media. If you’re a Bieber, no way. A viral TikTok video and a YouTube series are calling Hailey Bieber a bully for supposedly liking a mean post about Selena Gomez’s fiancé, Benny Blanco. Now, she’s lawyering up with Lisa Moore, who helped Cardi B win a $4 million defamation case.
How to score deals on Facebook Marketplace
Facebook isn’t the go-to social media for Gen Z anymore, but Marketplace is keeping them around. Here’s how to find hidden gems and the best deals.
👶 It’s Octomom, aka Natalie Suleman: Yep, the woman who made headlines years ago for giving birth to eight kids! Well, they’re all 16 now, and momma bear is raising them old-school and strict. No phones, no dating until 18 and zero social media.