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• Meta adds new tools including freeze frame to Edits

  12-03-2026 00:07 via socialmediatoday.com
  The new features, which also include a voiceover teleprompter and personalized sound effects, are part of a swiftly expanding suite of creative options in the app.
  
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• YouTube allocates $20M toward a digital literacy education program for teens

  12-03-2026 00:06 via socialmediatoday.com
  The video platform, in partnership with Google.org and The Centre for Public Impact, will also work with creators to bring the initiative to audiences. 
  
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• Reddit publishes report on its B2B marketing opportunities

  12-03-2026 00:02 via socialmediatoday.com
  The guide, created in partnership with SurveyMonkey, highlighted ways in which brands can gain traction with the platform’s human-curated communities.  
  
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• Meta adds new scam protections to Facebook, WhatsApp and Messenger

  12-03-2026 00:00 via socialmediatoday.com
  The company also disabled more than 150,000 accounts associated with scam center networks following this year’s Joint Disruption Week. 
  
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• WhatsApp adds parent managed accounts

  11-03-2026 23:58 via socialmediatoday.com
  The new feature is designed to help parents monitor pre-teen behavior in the app and has features similar parental oversight tools on other platforms.
  
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• TikTok adds full-song Apple Music streams to app

  11-03-2026 21:07 via socialmediatoday.com
  The new feature allows users to save played tracks Your Music and add them directly to playlists.
  
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• How Celsius is building brands — not just beverages — as growth surges

  11-03-2026 18:33 via marketingdive.com
  Chief Brand Officer Kyle Watson explains how the company is working to individualize its portfolio, which now includes brands Alani Nu and Rockstar.
  
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• You can now stream full songs on TikTok, if you pay for Apple Music

  11-03-2026 17:51 via digitaltrends.com
  
  TikTok now lets you stream full songs directly inside the app using Apple Music. If you subscribe to Apple Music, you can tap Play Full Song on TikTok and listen without leaving the platform.
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• Coors Banquet returns to live sports marketing following growth spurt

  11-03-2026 17:15 via marketingdive.com
  The brand’s media budget is getting a double digit increase, with TV ads scheduled to air during the 2026 MLB and college football seasons.
  
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• WhatsApp will now sniff and warn if a scammy link could steal your account

  11-03-2026 15:34 via digitaltrends.com
  
  WhatsApp’s new warning system can stop scammers from hijacking your account by tricking you into scanning a QR code or entering your phone number.
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• Marriott’s March Madness ads show key role hotels play in pregame rituals

  11-03-2026 15:29 via marketingdive.com
  Along with ads spotlighting partnerships with the NCAA and U.S. Soccer Federation, the chain is launching a limited podcast tied to March Madness.
  
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• Why is Buddhism shrinking worldwide?

  11-03-2026 14:50 via pewresearch.org
  The global population of Buddhists shrank by roughly 5% between 2010 and 2020, the sole major religious group to decline. 
  
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• 5 facts about Buddhists in the United States

  11-03-2026 14:50 via pewresearch.org
  Today, there are millions of Buddhists in the United States, including many who were born to Buddhist families and others who converted into the religion.  
  
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• Buddhism’s Recent Decline in East Asia

  11-03-2026 14:45 via pewresearch.org
  Buddhism is the only major religion whose global population shrank between 2010 and 2020. Learn why it declined in East Asia, particularly in Japan and South Korea.
  
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• Facebook Messenger will use AI to read your chats and save you from scams

  11-03-2026 14:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Meta is rolling out AI-powered scam detection on Messenger and new warnings for suspicious friend requests on Facebook.The post Facebook Messenger will use AI to read your chats and save you from scams appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Creators work, but measurement doesn’t — yet

  11-03-2026 14:00 via marketingdive.com
  While creators deliver impact across the funnel, most campaigns are still evaluated using outdated proxies, writes the IAB’s Zoe Soon.
  
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• Meta hikes ad prices in six countries

  11-03-2026 01:00 via socialmediatoday.com
  The company announced location-based increases ranging from 2% to 5% and said it would no longer be covering the cost of digital service taxes and other fees.
  
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• Meta hikes ad prices in 6 countries

  11-03-2026 01:00 via socialmediatoday.com
  The company announced location-based increases ranging from 2% to 5% and said it would no longer be covering the cost of digital service taxes and other fees.
  
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• Facebook expands affiliate program to include brand links

  11-03-2026 00:57 via socialmediatoday.com
  The new self-serve feature allows creators to select from a range of relevant products and earn sales commissions from their Reels content.
  
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• Snapchat drives TV viewership, promotions

  11-03-2026 00:49 via socialmediatoday.com
  A new study in partnership with Omnicom and Ipsos found that the app’s users are more likely to watch a show after discovering it on social media platforms. 
  
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• LinkedIn is a leading source for AI answers

  11-03-2026 00:40 via socialmediatoday.com
  Two news studies identified the professional social network as a key resource across multiple artificial intelligence chatbots. 
  
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• YouTube expands access to likeness detection tools

  11-03-2026 00:37 via socialmediatoday.com
  Government officials, journalists and political candidates will join a pilot group of users as the company tests its image misuse protocols. 
  
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• Meta acquires AI-driven social network Moltbook

  11-03-2026 00:29 via socialmediatoday.com
  Creators Matt Schlicht and Ben Parr will join Meta’s Superintelligence Labs as part of the deal, which aligns with the company’s previous artificial intelligence investments. 
  
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• How Procter & Gamble got ‘good buzz’ by briefly retiring Mr. Clean

  10-03-2026 20:36 via marketingdive.com
  Publicis shop MSL spearheaded the socially driven effort to refresh the brand’s mascot and introduce new product innovations.
  
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• Old Spice reworks Boyz II Men song for sequel to clingy moms campaign

  10-03-2026 15:40 via marketingdive.com
  A new iteration of the P&G brand’s oddball “Mom Song” creative has an R&B twist and promotes a Swagger Signature Scent Control system.
  
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• Why Tecovas made a short film about Texas instead of a traditional ad

  10-03-2026 15:35 via marketingdive.com
  The Western wear brand is following up a Super Bowl play with a 14-minute short by filmmaker Jeff Nichols that features actor Michael Shannon.
  
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• The 32-inch ASUS ROG Strix 4K OLED gaming monitor hits best-ever price at Amazon — save $200

  10-03-2026 13:45 via mashable.com
  TL;DR: Amazon has the ASUS ROG Strix 32-inch 4K OLED gaming monitor on sale for $799, down from $999. That saves you $200 on a premium display with a dual-mode panel that can switch between 4K at 165Hz and Full HD at 330Hz.Opens in a new windowCredit: ASUSASUS ROG Strix 32-inch 4K OLED Gaming Monitor (XG32UCWG)$799 at Amazon $999 Save $200 Get DealFor those seeking a sizable OLED monitor upgrade that’s great for gaming and work, Amazon’s got a great ASUS bargain worth checking out.&n
  
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• The Magic: The Gathering Secrets of Strixhaven Play Booster Box is at its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save over $10

  10-03-2026 13:41 via mashable.com
  TL;DR: Amazon has the Magic: The Gathering Secrets of Strixhaven Play Booster Box up for preorder at $149.99, down from its $164.70 list price. That saves you $14.71 on a 30-pack box ahead of its April 24 release.Opens in a new windowCredit: Magic: The GatheringMagic: The Gathering Secrets of Strixhaven Play Booster Box (30 Packs)$149.99 at Amazon $164.70 Save $14.71 Get DealMagic The Gathering Booster Boxes can fluctuate in price almost as much as any other trading card game, but preorders occa
  
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• The best deals this week, according to Mashables team of shopping experts

  10-03-2026 13:22 via mashable.com
  We're always looking for new and inventive ways to hit you with big savings on popular items. We cover hundreds of deals every month. You can find these deals on site, on socials, and on our newsletter. We've also launched a Mashable Deals text group. The daily deals that we send to this group are researched and assessed by the team with the same level of care that we dedicate to the rest of our shopping content. You can find a live hub for those deals right here.
  
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• Jimmy Kimmel slams Fox News for hypocritical response to recent Trump appearance

  10-03-2026 12:54 via mashable.com
  Donald Trump attended a dignified transfer to honor the fallen U.S. troops in Iran on Saturday, and there's been a fair bit of criticism for what he chose to wear during the event."We've now lost seven American lives in Trump's war on Iran, and paying respect to troops who sacrificed everything as a result of a decision you made is one of, if not the, most important things a president does," says Jimmy Kimmel in the clip above. "But God forbid he just do it normally and respectively. On Saturday
  
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• Arun Tupe Death News: Instagram Reel Creator Found Dead at Home in Maharashtra; Check Cause of Death, Net Worth, Last Reel & More - The Sunday Guardian

  10-03-2026 12:34
  Arun Tupe Death News: Instagram Reel Creator Found Dead at Home in Maharashtra; Check Cause of Death, Net Worth, Last Reel & More  The Sunday Guardian
  
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• Mashable will send the best deals directly to your phone daily — how to sign up for free

  10-03-2026 12:16 via mashable.com
  Mashable DealsBe the first to know!Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone!Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading...Sign Me UpBy signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.Thanks for signing up!I spend a lot of time t
  
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• Pokémon Pokopia is the cozy escape the internet needed

  10-03-2026 12:00 via mashable.com
  At a moment when the internet feels like a constant stream of bad news alerts, many people online have found a surprisingly gentle escape: Pokémon Pokopia.Even if you're not a gamer, it's hard to miss. I don't own a Nintendo Switch — let alone the new $500 Switch 2 — and yet cute clips from Pokopia keep appearing on my feeds anyway. Thanks to my algorithm, I'm vicariously living through them. Honestly, I want a cozy Pokémon island of my own to maintain, a little Eevee t
  
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• The Pokémon TCG Phantasmal Flames Elite Trainer Box is close to market price at Amazon — save $7 vs. Walmart

  10-03-2026 11:46 via mashable.com
  TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames Elite Trainer Box listed for $97.99, which is just $3.27 above its current market price and about $7 cheaper than Walmart.Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames Elite Trainer Box$97.99 at Amazon $106.89 Save $8.90 Get DealNew Pokémon Elite Trainer Boxes tend to retain high prices long after release, which is what makes Amazon’s latest dea
  
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• How to unblock Pornhub for free in Australia

  10-03-2026 11:40 via mashable.com
  TL;DR: Unblock Pornhub for free with a VPN. The best service for unblocking porn sites from Australia is ExpressVPN.The world of porn continues to be impacted by age-verification laws. Early in 2025, more than a third of U.S. states introduced age verification laws for online adult content. Pornhub responded by blocking users from those locations. A similar situation took place in France and the UK, and now Australians are facing the same set of challenges.The porn blocks arrived just days befor
  
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• The Sony 65-inch Bravia XR8B OLED 4K TV is down to its best-ever price at Amazon — save $200

  10-03-2026 11:24 via mashable.com
  SAVE $200: As of March 10, the Sony 65-inch BRAVIA XR8B OLED 4K TV is back to its lowest-ever price of $1,198 at Amazon. This deal saves you $200 off its list price of $1,398.Opens in a new windowCredit: SonySony 65 Inch OLED 4K Ultra HD TV Bravia XR8B Smart Google TV$1,198 at Amazon $1,398 Save $200 Get DealIf buying a new TV has been on your mind this year, it's worth having a look at what's on offer at Amazon. The retailer has some excellent deals available at the moment, including a sta
  
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• The DJI Mini 5 Pro drone has hit its best-ever price at Amazon — save $500 this week

  10-03-2026 11:24 via mashable.com
  SAVE $500: As of March 7, the DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo is on sale for $1,099 at Amazon. That's $500 off the list price and the lowest-ever price on Amazon.Opens in a new windowCredit: DJIDJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo $1,099 at Amazon $1,599 Save $500 Get DealFinding DJI drones in stock is becoming tougher and tougher. There's been a lot of conversation around the ban on DJI imports, but it's still possible to find popular models on Amazon (for now). And better yet, the DJI Mini 5
  
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• How to watch Galatasaray vs. Liverpool online for free

  10-03-2026 11:15 via mashable.com
  TL;DR: Live stream Galatasaray vs. Liverpool in the Champions League for free on TRT 1. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The Champions League playoff round delivered some moments of real quality, but Galatasaray's battle against Juventus might have been the most entertaining matchup. Galatasaray advanced after two epic contests, and now they meet Premier League champions Liverpool.Liverpool's season has been all over the place, but the Champions League coul
  
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• Janine Gutierrez shuts down pregnancy rumors - Daily Tribune

  10-03-2026 11:14
  Janine Gutierrez shuts down pregnancy rumors  Daily Tribune
  
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• How to watch Newcastle United vs. Barcelona online for free

  10-03-2026 11:02 via mashable.com
  TL;DR: Live stream Newcastle United vs. Barcelona in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player or Prime Video. Access these free live streams from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The Champions League playoff round was truly fantastic. We had loads of goals, moments of real drama, and surprise results. Is there more to come from the knockout rounds? We can dream.Newcastle United vs. Barcelona is one of the most interesting matchups from this round. Can Eddie Howe's team deliver a
  
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• Turn your iPhone into a portable scanner in seconds with this $26 app

  10-03-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  TL;DR: Turn your devices into a scanner with this lifetime subscription to the iScanner App, now just $25.97 through April 12.Opens in a new windowCredit: iScanneriScanner App: Lifetime Subscription$25.97 $199.90 Save $173.93 Get DealBefore you buy another bulky gadget, check your pocket. The iScanner App turns your iPhone or iPad into a portable scanner, so you can digitize documents on the go. And right now, you can secure a lifetime subscription for only $25.97 through April 12.We can do
  
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• Turn notes into a polished presentation in seconds with this AI-powered tool

  10-03-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  TL;DR: Upgrade your work presentations with this lifetime subscription to PowerPresent AI Presentation Generator, on sale now for just $79.99 (reg. $240).Opens in a new windowCredit: PowerPresent AIPowerPresent - AI Presentation Generator: Lifetime Subscription (Unlimited Presentations)$79.99 $240 Save $160.01 Get DealWe’ve all been there — standing in front of higher-ups, sweating bullets before giving a painfully average presentation. If you’re in need of some help
  
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• The Roborock Qrevo CurvX robot vacuum is down to its lowest-ever price — save $600 at Amazon

  10-03-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  SAVE $600: As of March 10, the Roborock Qrevo CurvX is on sale for $899.99 at Amazon. That's a 40% discount on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: roborockRoborock Qrevo CurvX$899.99 at Amazon $1,499.99 Save $600 Get DealWe're always on the hunt for great deals on robot vacuums. And as of March 10, we've found a deal on a model that can vacuum, mop, self-empty, and cope with pet hair. Meet the Roborock Qrevo CurvX. Right now, this model is down to its best-ever price at Amazon (as p
  
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• Proton Mail is on sale for just $1 per month — secure your online communication for less

  10-03-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  TL;DR: As of March 10, get your first month of Proton Mail's Mail Plus plan for just $1. After the promotional period comes to an end, the plan will renew at $4.99 every month.Opens in a new windowCredit: ProtonProton Mail Mail Plus: 1-month Plan$1 (then $4.99 every month)Get DealSafe communication, particularly through email, is vitally important if you're frequently messaging online. No matter if you're a professional using it for work or just want to keep your private messages under wraps, Pr
  
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• How to unblock Pornhub for free in Montana

  10-03-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  TL;DR: Unblock Pornhub from Montana with a VPN. The best service for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN.In the early stages of 2025, the world of porn was rocked after a number of states introduced laws that required visitors to upload ID before accessing sites. Pornhub battled back by banning visitors from these states from accessing their website. That wave of restrictions feels like a long time ago, but the blocks are still very much in place. Fortunately, there is a simple workaround that a
  
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• Stephen Colbert unpacks looksmaxxing, asks if men are OK

  10-03-2026 10:55 via mashable.com
  If you ever needed more evidence that the internet is a strange and disturbing place, Stephen Colbert's got you covered. In the clip above the Late Show host looks into the manosphere and the subsection of the "alpha male" online space concerned with enhancing looks no matter the cost."One men's trend, or 'tremend', that's raising some sculpted eyebrows out there is that men are now embracing aesthetic treatments, sometimes to the extreme in a trend called 'looksmaxxing', which is the maximisati
  
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• NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for March 10, 2026

  10-03-2026 10:54 via mashable.com
  The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections &mdas
  
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• Kick off your Mar10 Day celebrations with savings of up to 90% on Nintendo Switch games

  10-03-2026 10:33 via mashable.com
  Mar10 Day, the day of celebration for all things Mario, is just one day away. This year, Nintendo celebrates the 40th anniversary of the iconic game series, and they're kicking off their sale with tons of deals on top Mario titles. Let's-a-go, indeed.So far, the best Mar10 Day deals are exclusively on video games, the majority of which can be found from the Nintendo eShop, but there's also a few worth checking out at Amazon. The eShop's sale will be on through March 15 at 11:59 PT (we anticipate
  
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• The Anker Solix C1000 power station is over $300 off at Amazon — buy now for $428.99

  10-03-2026 10:29 via mashable.com
  SAVE $370.99: As of March 10, the Anker Solix C1000 is on sale for $428.99 at Amazon. That's a 46% discount on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: AnkerAnker Solix C1000 $428.99 at Amazon $799 Save $370.01 Get DealMissed out on the last drop of discounts on the Anker Solix C1000? Don't worry, it's back on sale again and this time you can save $370.99 on the list price. As of March 10, this handy power station is down to $428.99 at Amazon.This portable power station is an ideal choic
  
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• The Roborock Qrevo S5V robot vacuum is back on sale at Amazon — save over $300 right now

  10-03-2026 10:26 via mashable.com
  SAVE $350: As of March 10, the Roborock Qrevo S5V is on sale for $549.99 at Amazon. That's a 39% discount on the list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: roborockRoborock Qrevo S5V$549.99 at Amazon $899.99 Save $350 Get DealLooking for a robot vacuum that can both vacuum and mop? As of March 10, the Roborock Qrevo S5V is over $300 off at Amazon.This vacuum is designed to make your life easier. And with its advanced vacuuming and mopping features, it does exactly that. It uses a brushless mot
  
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