Twitter Warns Users of Possible ‘State-Sponsored’ Hacking
Twitter has contacted multiple users concerning “state-sponsored” cyber attacks, employing the tried and true tactic of yelling “Fire!” at the top of their lungs.
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Black Lives Matter Split as Shaun King Melts Down on Twitter
Any impartial observer could have seen the fall of Shaun King coming. Even if you discount the questions about his claim to black ethnicity, which was thrown into doubt by Breitbart’s reporting, the dubiousness of his financial affairs was bound to catch up with him. But what does his fall mean for Black Lives Matter, the movement which he sought to speak for?
Celebrities Unload on Trump
Celebrities blasted GOP frontrunner Donald Trump after his announcement that he would consider a temporary moratorium on Muslim migration into the U.S. in the wake of the San Bernardino terror attack.
Hip Hop Mogul Russell Simmons Calls Trump an ‘Amazing Friend’ Before Comparing Him to Hitler
In an open letter posted on his website, music mogul Russell Simmons called Donald Trump an “amazing friend” for over 30 years, but then compared the GOP frontrunner to Adolf Hitler and pleaded with him to “stop fueling fires of hate.”
‘Harry Potter’ Author J.K. Rowling: Trump Is Worse Than Voldemort
The author of the Harry Potter books, J.K. Rowling, weighed in on Donald Trump’s proposal to temporarily halt Muslim migration into the United States. According to the author, Trump is worse than the evil villain in her bestselling series.
Social Media Companies Walk Fine Line Between Fighting Terrorism and Censorship
In the wake of the Paris and San Bernardino terrorist attacks, there has been increased pressure on social media companies to take down Islamist material to interfere with their recruiting efforts, but the companies are also worried about allegations of censorship.
Mysterious Twitter Bug Temporarily Breaks #GamerGate Hashtag
A mysterious bug on Twitter yesterday caused searches for the #GamerGate hashtag to return results for “beach” and “wine,” rendering the hashtag effectively useless for a time. Twitter has yet to respond to our request for a comment on why this occurred.
Liberals Said Taking Syrian Refugees the ‘Christian Thing to Do,’ Now Attack Prayers for Victims of Terror
Before the smoke from the terror attack in San Bernardino had cleared, the liberal narrative was turned to an effort to make the murders into a means to attack Christians and those Republican candidates who had offered prayers for the victims and their families.
Twitter’s Double Standards: Celebrity’s Buddy’s Account Restored After Telling Gamergaters to Kill Themselves
On Twitter, it’s one rule for celebrities and another for the plebs. An assistant on Community creator Dan Harmon’s podcast was recently unsuspended by the social network despite repeatedly telling people he disagreed with to kill themselves.
Geraldo Rivera on San Bernardino Shooting: ‘2nd Amendment Is Stupid’
Following the news of the heinous attack on Inland Regional Services complex in San Bernardino, California, Fox News’s Geraldo Rivera tweeted that the “2nd Amendment is stupid” and asked Americans not to “rationalize” otherwise.
Hillary Clinton Calls For More Gun Control Before San Bernardino Attackers Apprehended
Even as authorities were still working to clear the Inland Regional Services complex and find the attackers who caused the San Bernardino mayhem, Democrat presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton took to Twitter to call for more gun control.
Cher Blasts U.S. for Unsafe Vetting Process for Syrian Refugees
Singer and actress Cher spoke out on Twitter on Monday against allowing mass immigration from Islamic countries to the United States.
Amy Schumer Poses Topless for Annual Pirelli Calendar
Comedian and actress Amy Schumer poses topless in the 43rd edition of the Pirelli Calendar.
$5 Million Tax Dollars for Counterterrorism Anti-Jihad Twitter Account: ‘Think Again, Turn Away’
The Department of State’s Center for Strategic Counterterrorism Communications (CSCC) operates a Twitter account titled, “Think Again, Turn Away,” which is aimed at discouraging individuals from joining terrorist organizations.
Celebrities ‘Stand with Planned Parenthood’ Following Colorado Shooting
Celebrities used social media to show their support for the controversial abortion provider Planned Parenthood just hours after a shooting on Friday at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Hillary Clinton Offers Support for CO Planned Parenthood During Shootout
Hillary Clinton offered her support for Planned Parenthood on Twitter during an active shooter situation Friday in which several people, including four police officers, were shot.
High School Cheerleader Banned for Tweet On Illegal Immigration
A High School cheerleader in Revere, Mass., is being benched for the rest of the season as punishment for her post on Twitter about illegal immigrants.
‘Turkey = Terrorism’: Russians Protest Jet Attack on Social Media
Russian President Vladimir Putin called Turkey’s downing of Su-24 jet a “stab in the back,” which caused the phrase to trend on Twitter in Russia.
Facebook Hesitates, Then Removes Islamic State Page for Violating Community Standards
The big social media services have been generally aggressive about purging ISIS content—if sometimes unable to keep up with the sheer volume of it. One example is the “Khilafah News” page on Facebook. The social media giant initially hesitated to take it down, but upon review, concluded that it does violate their community standards.
Donald Trump Responds to Wall Street Journal Report: GOP ‘Getting Ready to Treat Me Unfairly’
GOP frontrunner Donald Trump posted on Twitter Monday afternoon that the Wall Street Journal is reporting that the Republican National Committee (RNC)–referred to @GOP on Twitter–is planning “big spending” against Trump.
Anonymous’s Cyber-War On Islamic State Comes Under Fire
Fractures are emerging in Anonymous’s war on ISIS. We previously covered the hacking group’s alleged takedown of thousands of ISIS-affiliated social media accounts. But rival factions in Anonymous are now at odds over a list of alleged “ISIS targets” released
Anonymous Splinter Group Wants to Infiltrate Islamic State Websites Instead of Attacking Them
Hostility between the hacker collective Anonymous and the Islamic State escalated into a ‘cyberwar’ after the Paris terror attack, with Anonymous hackers claiming to have taken out hundreds of ISIS websites and thousands of their social media accounts. However, the
James Woods Calls Out Obama for ‘Shocking Failure to Lead’ on Syria
Actor James Woods is calling out President Barack Obama for his “shocking failure to lead,” amid the debate about his plan to accept thousands of unvetted Syrian refugees.
#Milo100K: I’m Throwing a Party and You’re Invited
A momentous occasion is fast approaching. Before the end of the year, and in all likelihood before the end of the month, I will surpass 100,000 followers on Twitter.
Anonymous Just Took Down Thousands of ISIS Twitter Accounts
Defying expectations, the loose-knit online group Anonymous has landed a blow against the Islamic State’s online presence.
