Friday is last day for Facebook users to claim settlement money
The application to collect part of Meta's data privacy settlement is simple, requiring only a few minutes to fill out.
Surgeon General: Social media may pose risk to teen mental health
Dr. Vivek Murthy urged policymakers and tech companies to take "immediate action" to protect young people.
Lancaster Police warn about community page scams
Several online community pages have been targeted by people joining just to scam members in business transactions.
Why hackers are targeting small businesses on social media
A Marlboro woman's small business Facebook page was recently hacked and she's not the only one it's happened to.
Meta to lay off 10,000 workers as part of "year of efficiency"
Zuckerberg said funding low-priority projects is costly and company functions better as leaner organization.
Meta launches paid verification program
WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
Meta launching paid verification system for Facebook and Instagram
In a Facebook post, CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the new verification system called "Meta Verified" will cost $11.99 month on web or $14.99 a month for iPhone users.
Facebook parent Meta lays off 11,000 workers
WBZ TV's Kate Merrill reports.
Facebook parent Meta lays off 11,000 workers
"Unfortunately, this did not play out the way I expected," CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in a letter to employees Wednesday.
Facebook parent Meta begins mass layoffs
WBZ TV's Liam Martin reports.
Keller: Ads claim Congress will "break" Amazon Prime 2-day delivery
Have you seen those TV ads warning that Congress is poised to "break" the popular Amazon Prime two-day delivery service?
Do tech industry's ads attacking anti-trust bill pass Keller's Truth Test?
WBZ-TV's Jon Keller reports.
State Attorneys General Probing Instagram's Effects On Kids
A group of state attorneys general are investigating Instagram, saying its parent company ignored internal research about the physical and mental health dangers it posed to young people.
Facebook Changes Its Company Name To Meta
Mark Zuckerberg said Facebook will change its corporate name to Meta, demoting Facebook's namesake service to being one of the company's subsidiaries.
Keller @ Large: Facebook Will Act On Misinformation When It Is Paid To
Letting the lies flow meant high engagement - and more profit, claim the critics.
Facebook Planning To Change Its Name, Report Says
Facebook is planning to rebrand itself with a new name and wants to be known for more than social media, according to a report.
Nearly All Americans Agree Rampant Spread Of Misinformation Is A Problem, Poll Shows
Ninety-five percent of Americans identified misinformation as a problem when they're trying to access important information.
Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp Back Online After Worldwide Outage
Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp were all back online Tuesday after users were unable to access the sites for several hours Monday due to a major outage.
Dedham Man Accused Of Sending Inter-Racial Couple Threatening Messages On Facebook Faces Federal Charges
Prosecutors said Stephen M. DeBerardinis, 45, of Boston and Dedham, made the posts after a white woman and a Black man announced their engagement.
Markey, Trahan Call On Facebook To 'Completely Abandon' Instagram For Kids Following Pause
Instagram is pressing pause on plans to develop a version of its service for kids under 13 after facing pressure from lawmakers.
Keller @ Large: Facebook Oversight Committee Upholds Ban On Donald Trump
The group also found Facebook guilty of vagueness and inconsistency in both making and enforcing the rules that got Trump blocked.
Apple's New Feature Will Let Users Stop Data Tracking From Apps Like Facebook
A new feature from Apple requires apps to get permission from users before the apps can track their behaviors online. People who opt-out will see fewer personalized ads.
Pro-Trump Demonstration At Twitter Headquarters Appears To Be A Bust, Twitter Claims To Respect 'People's Right To Express Their Views':
A demonstration by supporters of President Donald Trump to protest his ban from the Twitter social media platform outside the company's San Francisco headquarters appeared to be a bust Monday morning.
Healey Joins Multistate Lawsuit Seeking To End Facebook's 'Illegal Monopoly'
Healey and 47 other attorneys general sued Facebook, seeking forced divestment of its Instagram and WhatsApp messaging services.
'We Are Really At A Crisis Point For Our Democracy, Economy': Sally Hubbard On Big Tech Corporations & Book 'Monopolies Suck'
Big corporations like Facebook, Amazon and Apple dominate our lives, but do they have our best intentions in mind? Sally Hubbard explains why monopolies are ruining our democracy and economy.
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White powder mailed to Norwell home deemed not dangerous after investigation
Hazmat crews have determined white powder mailed to a home in Norwell is not dangerous
Yoshida gets go-ahead single in 8th as Red Sox rally past White Sox 3-2
The Boston Red Sox rallied for a 3-2 win over the Chicago White Sox on Friday night.
Jamaica Plain mural celebrates Afro-Latino artists
From colorful smiles to beautiful expressions of dance and music, a mural at Mozart Park in Jamaica Plain pays tribute to pioneers of Afro-Latino artists.
Owners of Lizzie Borden House in Fall River sue coffee shop over trademark
The owner of the Lizzie Borden House is taking aim at a coffee shop next door that sports a similar name.
I-Team: Arrests at Gillette Stadium, Fenway, TD Garden jumped more than 60% last year
The WBZ I-Team dug into arrest data at the Hub's biggest sports venues.
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Heavy rain for some in New England as Ophelia makes landfall Saturday morning
There will be periods of rain over three days which will add up to about 1-to-3 inches of water for most of southern New England.
State trooper taken to hospital after getting hit and dragged by car in Holyoke
A Massachusetts State Police trooper was taken to the hospital after he was hit and dragged by a car trying to flee a traffic stop in Holyoke.
Bedford, NH students allegedly took secret photos of girls, made trading cards
School officials in Bedford, New Hampshire are investigating claims that freshman and sophomore boys were taking pictures of junior and senior girls without their knowledge.
BC swim & dive athletes say suspension over alleged hazing is "extremely harmful"
Members of the swim and dive team at Boston College are accused of binge drinking and forcing fellow team members to consume their own vomit.
Haverhill homeowners unable to get federal disaster relief after August flooding
Massachusetts communities damaged by flooding in August will not be able to get federal disaster relief, cutting down on options for residents and business owners who are trying to rebuild.
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What's the difference between an upper respiratory infection and RSV?
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your medical questions.
What's the most accurate way to check blood pressure?
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your medical questions.
Spinach could accelerate the healing of diabetic ulcers, study says
A new study finds a popular leafy green vegetable could accelerate wound healing in patients with diabetes.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers your questions about the new COVID vaccine
The new COVID-19 vaccine is now available. Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your questions about them.
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
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MV Realty, sued by state after I-Team investigation, files for bankruptcy
MV Realty, the real estate company accused of duping homeowners into 40-year listing agreements has filed for bankruptcy in 33 states including Massachusetts.
I-Team: Is the process to build new schools in Massachusetts fair?
In Massachusetts, a quasi-state agency provides funding for school construction.
I-Team: Hundreds of crumbling dams across Massachusetts pose a hazard
The Department of Conservation and Recreation's Office of Dam Safety gave WBZ's I-Team a list of more than 200 deteriorating dams across the state.
I-Team: Letters show state warned Leominster about deficient dam
Part of the Barrett Park Pond Dam gave way, sending water gushing downstream and damaging homes.
I-Team: Golfer alleges incident of racism by DCR worker at Ponkapoag course
A golfer in Canton says he was mistaken for another Black man during a confrontation with a DCR worker.
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Keller @ Large: A new look for the Boston City Council
Two controversial voices will soon be gone from the Boston City Council.
Keller @ Large: As Biden impeachment inquiry moves forward, will it help or hurt GOP?
The impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden is the latest deployment of a once-rare procedure that's become common in our hyper-partisan political culture.
Keller @ Large: Talking climate after a bizarre and wet summer
On this week's Keller @ Large, WBZ TV political analyst Jon Keller is speaking with David Cash, the New England regional administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.
Keller: Jill Biden's positive COVID test part of a trend, but politicians stay mum
COVID issues have become so controversial, most of our political leaders have no appetite for even mentioning the subject.
Keller @ Large: Back to school MCAS and education reform discussion
Students of all ages are heading back to school and WBZ TV Political Analyst Jon Keller is looking at what's gone wrong since the Massachusetts Education Reform Act was passed 30 years ago.
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Your Amazon Prime Video will soon include ads, unless you pay more
Starting in early 2024, your shows and movies you watch on Amazon Prime Video will contain ads, unless you pay a fee.
Clorox products in short supply after cyberattack disrupts operations
Clorox has not been able to get its manufacturing operations back up to full speed.
Starbucks wants to overhaul its iconic cup
Starbucks is looking to move away from disposable cups.
Courtside Kicks in Boston caters to stylish sneaker lovers
Three friends are working to bring shoe culture to Boston.
Dunkin's newest pumpkin drink contains actual donuts
This is the first time Dunkin' has added donuts directly to a beverage.
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Generations of penny candy, local goods, and whimsical shopping
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Museum, sculpture garden, theater, and more at Southern Vermont Arts Center
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
Entertaining audiences for 85 years at Weston Theater Company
For over 85 years, Weston Theater Company has been creating engaging, entertaining, and inspiring theater.
Curated experiences at Kimpton Taconic boutique hotel
Surrounded by mountains, Kimpton Taconic is a boutique hotel offering both classic and highly curated experiences.
Using daylight to create space and comfort in your home
Learn how the strategic use of windows and harnessing the power of daylight can create space and comfort within a home.
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Yoshida gets go-ahead single in 8th as Red Sox rally past White Sox 3-2
The Boston Red Sox rallied for a 3-2 win over the Chicago White Sox on Friday night.
Trent Brown off Pats' injury report; Jonathan Jones questionable vs. Jets
Trent Brown is good to go for the Patriots in Week 3.
C's reportedly sign forward Lamar Stevens
The Celtics added some more wing depth on Friday, reportedly signing forward Lamar Stevens.
What To Watch For: Patriots-Jets Week 3
Teams don't usually face a must-win game in Week 3. Yet after an 0-2 start to the season, the Patriots very much need to beat an Aaron Rodgers-less Jets team this weekend.
Brian O'Halloran accepts new role in Red Sox front office
After the Red Sox fired Chaim Bloom last week, the team announced that general manager Brian O'Halloran had been offered a new role with the team. We now know what role O'Halloran will fill going forward.
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Video shows meteor streaking over Mount Washington
A meteor was spotted streaking across the sky early Friday morning over Mount Washington in New Hampshire.
New England Wildlife Center saves seagulls from cooking oil in Weymouth
24 seagulls have been rescued by the New England Wildlife Center, after finding their way into a vat of used cooking oil.
USPS "Operation Santa" program now accepting letters
The 111-year-old annual program makes sure kids in need have a great holiday.
Video shows spectacular whale breach off Provincetown
Whale watchers were treated to a glorious sight off Provincetown on Sunday.
"Allston Christmas" the movie: Romantic comedy to include a haunted couch
It's a love story about Allston Christmas, the neighborhood's official, unofficial moving day.