The latest Instagram news and updates. Instagram is a social media picture and video platform originally created by Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger in 2010. Facebook acquired the company in 2012 for an estimated $1 billion. The company estimates 500 million people use the app daily. Instagram's biggest competitors are Snapchat and the new social media service TikTok.
The 10 'Naughtiest' Dog Breeds, According to Owners
A playful study analyzed Instagram posts to look for behavioral traits mentioned by owners on social media.
Kelis' Husband Says Doctors Can Do Nothing More for Him Amid Cancer Battle
Photographer Mike Mora, who has been married to Kelis since 2014, first revealed his diagnosis on Instagram in September.
Mark Hoppus Shares New Surgery Photos After He's Declared Cancer-Free
Blink-182 musician Mark Hoppus announced at the end of September that he was cancer-free after battling Stage IV blood cancer.
Influencer Shocked to Find Selfie With Her Boyfriend Used in Asian TV Show
An influencer was baffled to see a 2019 selfie of her and her boyfriend pop up on an Asian TV show, with an actress's face photoshopped on her own.
Britney Spears Says She's 'Offended' by Body Improvement Consultations
Pop star Britney Spears spoke out against practitioners of cosmetic procedures in an Instagram post.
Roger Waters, 78, Marries for Fifth Time
"I'm so happy, finally a keeper," said Pink Floyd rocker Roger Waters after tying the knot with his former chauffeur, Kamilah Chavis.
Joe Alwyn Posts Shirtless BTS Photo—And The Thirst Is Real
"Conversations With Friends" star Joe Alwyn set tongues wagging after posting an image of himself shirtless from behind the scenes of the upcoming Hulu series.
Florida Man Who Trapped Alligator in Trash Can Back Battling Snakes in Yard
One fan has branded Eugene Bozzi "Crocodile Bro-dee" after his latest exploits.
Snapchat Update As Users Report Outages and Message Errors
Snapchat users have suffered with difficulties posting pictures, with some even complaining about being unable to access the app or send messages.
Why Britney Spears Will Not Be Cropping Her New Puppy's Ears
Britney Spears' fiancé, Sam Asghari, revealed over the weekend that he had surprised the star with new puppy Porsha—and they're taking a stance on her welfare.
Britney Spears Takes Apparent Swipe at Sister's Book Deal in Instagram Post
Jamie Lynn Spears announced the upcoming release of her memoir earlier this week—and big sister Britney Spears appears to be unimpressed.
How Social Media Preys on Children
Haugen's evidence that Facebook knew its site harms children is a distressing case study of how Big Tech views kids in general.
Gabby Petito Timeline: When Her Body Was Found, Brian Laundrie's Movements
Gabby's death was determined to be caused by strangulation and is believed to have occurred between three or four weeks before she was found.
Complaint Says Facebook Neglecting Graphic Content
"The reality is that Facebook and Instagram put the onus on victims and their families to do the policing of graphic content," the complaint said.
Video of Students Kneeling in Protest of Song in Spanish Goes Viral
Following the incident the school has since said it would work to make students feel more included.
#DoNotComply Surges on Social Media, Urging Resistance to Vaccine Mandates
As more mandates are put into place, resistance has grown on the internet.
Tributes Paid to 'Oz' Star Granville Adams After His Death Aged 58
Actor Granville Adams, who played Zahir Arif on HBO prison drama "Oz," passed away on Sunday after battling cancer.
'Dear White People' Showrunner Said She's Boycotting Netflix Over Chappelle
The transgender writer and showrunner announced she will no longer work with Netflix after it debuted Dave Chappelle's controversial special, "The Closer."
Facebook, Instagram Down Again for Second Time this Week
Along with Facebook, users are reporting that Facebook-owned apps Instagram and WhatsApp are also down.
95 Percent of U.S. Says Misinformation Is a Problem, Half Blame Government
Very few Americans, only two in 10, said they're very worried that they personally play a role in the spread of misinformation.
Kodak Black's Unsettling Tweets Worry Fans as He Deletes Social Media
Rapper Kodak Black shared deeply emotional posts before his Twitter and Instagram accounts were deactivated.
Facebook Whistleblower Exposes Big Tech's Big Lie About Mental Health
For years, Big Tech corporations have perpetuated a big lie about mental health—but their dangerous deception has finally been exposed.
Dog the Bounty Hunter Calls Brian Laundrie's Instagram Posts 'Demonic'
As part of the search, Duane Chapman has been studying Brian Laundrie's social media, and he found some of his posts disturbing.
Kelis' Husband Thanks Public for Support After Revealing Cancer Diagnosis
Mike Mora, 36, has revealed that he was diagnosed with advanced stomach cancer shortly after his wife Kelis, 42, had given birth to their daughter.
Diplo Speaks Out After He's Accused of Sexual Misconduct, Revenge Porn
Diplo—real name Thomas Wesley Pentz—has shared a lengthy statement on Instagram following a report that he may face criminal charges.
Britney Spears Reveals Ambition to Become a Movie Director
In an Instagram post shared on Wednesday, Britney Spears spoke about putting together her own dance videos—and her hope to tackle larger-scale projects.
TikTok Star Apologizes for Charging Fans to See Photos of Newborn Daughter
TikTok star Zoe LaVerne, 20, announced the birth of her daughter, Emersyn Raylee, last week.
Artist Transforms Parking Lot Cement Barrier Into Giant Toblerone Bar
Johan Karlgren created the impressive work in 2017 and four years on, it's going viral online.
Britney Spears Accuses Her Family of Being Complicit in Conservatorship
Pop star Britney Spears, 39, has been locked in a bitter battle with her father, Jamie Spears, to be released from her 13-year conservatorship.
Social Media Outages Mean Some Small Businesses Lost Thousands in Revenue
Especially in a period of remote operations, many workers' livelihoods have come to depend on social media platforms.
