YouTube is the most popular social media among teens, followed by TikTok
About 36% admitted they spend too much time on social media and 54% say it would be somewhat hard to give it up.
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Social media execs testify before Senate
Leaders from the social media platforms TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube appeared before a Senate subcommittee hearing to testify about their platforms' data security and their impact on young users' mental health. Skyler Henry reports from Capitol Hill, then CBS News technology and politics reporter Musadiq Bidar joined "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the issues.
Social media platforms failing to keep LGBTQ users safe, report says
A new study evaluated Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and Youtube's policies to keep LGBTQ people safe — and gave each a failing grade.
Technoblade, popular internet gamer, dies at 23
Technoblade, who revealed his name as Alex, died after a battle with stage four cancer, his family said.
Tech giants fight new Texas social media law
Big tech like Facebook, YouTube and Twitter are seeking to block a Texas law that prohibits social media platforms from banning users based on their political views. CBS news reporter Dan Patterson joins Nancy Chen and Tanya Rivero to discuss the legislation.
Ryan's World: A pint-sized YouTube star
When the Kaji family, of Honolulu, shared a video of their three-year-old son, Ryan, with family, they had no idea that it would go viral – and launch a YouTube, TV and toy franchise worth millions. Correspondent Luke Burbank talks with Ryan, now 10, and his parents, about the secret of getting billions of views of month with their new family business.
Body found in Pennsylvania creek identified as man missing since 2003
Amabile went missing after telling his childrens' babysitter he was running five minutes late in December 2003.
Tech execs face questions on child safety
In wake of a Facebook whistleblower raising concerns about social media's impact on children, lawmakers hammered executives from Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube during a hearing about protecting kids online. Kris Van Cleave reports.
The Dish: Joanne Lee Molinaro
Joanne Lee Molinaro was a high-profile trial lawyer until she transitioned to cooking videos on YouTube and TikTok. The popular videos blend deeply personal observations with stunning food preparation, inspired by her parents' struggles growing up in North Korea, and her own move to a plant-based diet. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-host Jeff Glor sat down with Molinaro, who has released her first cookbook, "The Korean Vegan."
Joe Rogan responds to COVID misinformation claims
Comments about COVID-19 made on Joe Rogan's popular podcast have caused backlash against Spotify, leading some musicians to pull their music from the streaming service. Vladimir Duthiers shares more.
YouTube fishing star who reels in sea monsters: "I want to have a sustainable fishery"
Josh Jorgensen is obsessed with trying to reel in sea monsters — and more viewers. But adventure and adrenaline aren't BlacktipH's only missions.
Deborah Norville on reaching a milestone
"Inside Edition" is celebrating reaching 10 million YouTube subscribers. Anchor Deborah Norville joins CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the show's success.
YouTubers help solve cold cases — and get billions of views
Internet sleuthing has had a mixed impact, with both high-profile misfires and critical contributions, experts say.
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The Supreme Court rules against Trump's move to end DACA; Man creates instructional YouTube channel for people who need "Dad advice"
Woman turns sewing hobby into lucrative business
A woman went from being homeless to launching a successful business, all thanks to her sewing. Based in Atlanta, Mimi G now has over 3,000 YouTube subscribers, a retail fabric business and sewing academy. Jericka Duncan has the story.
Man creates "Dad advice" YouTube channel
Father's Day is coming up — but for people whose fathers aren't around, one man has taken his fatherly wisdom and put it online. Jim Axelrod reports.
Gabby Petito died by strangulation, autopsy finds
A coroner announced that Gabby Petito was strangled to death and died several weeks before her body was found. Her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, is the only person of interest in the case. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Google, YouTube to prohibit ads on content denying climate change
Users will not be able to monetize content that "contradicts well-established scientific consensus around the existence and causes of climate change" or use it in advertisements.
Laundrie flew to Florida before Petito disappeared
Brian Laundrie flew to his parents' home in Florida days before Gabby Petito was last seen. The search for him is ongoing.
YouTube removes R. Kelly's official channels
The company said the decision was based on the singer abusing his power in the music industry to commit crimes.
YouTube to ban videos containing misinformation on vaccines
The video platform has been tightening its rules on vaccine videos as governments push for widespread vaccination.
Memorial held for Gabby Petito
Family and friends gathered for a memorial service for Gabby Petito on Sunday. The whereabouts of her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, remain unknown. Tom Hanson reports.
How COVID misinformation spreads online
A new report claims almost four-fifths of COVID misinformation on Facebook is spread by just 12 accounts, and a group of protesters laid body bags in front of the entrance of the company's Washington, D.C. offices Wednesday and held signs that said "Disinformation kills." Washington Post tech reporter Gerrit De Vynck joins "CBSN AM" to talk about his reporting on the issue.
YouTube removes Bolsonaro videos for COVID misinformation
The tech giant joins Facebook and Twitter, which have also taken down posts by Brazil's president.
First all-female broadcast crew in MLB history calls game
The YouTube broadcast featured Melanie Newman, Sarah Langs, Alanna Rizzo, Heidi Watney and Lauren Gardner as Tampa Bay beat Baltimore, 9-3.
California couple at center of surrogacy scandal arrested
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Iran's Houthi allies deny losing ground as Mideast crisis engulfs Yemen
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The life and travels of an alleged Chinese agent
Eva Marie Saint, "North by Northwest" star, dies at 102
Olympian accused of damaging Reflecting Pool seeks probe of potential misconduct
Christa Pike is conscious, speaking after botched execution, attorneys say
Ex-CIA official found with $40 million in gold bars admits to sprawling scheme
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