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.
Why building muscle gets harder after turning 30—doctor explains
Keeping tabs on your weight and diet are key in preventing diabetes, but your muscle mass should not be forgotten.
Celebrity News
Ozzy Osbourne, 76, shares important Black Sabbath concert update
The English rock band was formed in 1968 and is set to play one final show on July 5.
Woman gives up on dream dress for family wedding—then goes thrifting
Maggie Miller, delighted with her surprise find, called thrifting beneficial for both budgets and the planet.
Woman's way of looking through boyfriend's phone has internet in hysterics
The poster was waiting on her partner to land on a 'hot girl,' but he was interested in other things.
Woman suddenly realizes her guide dog "took advantage" of her blindness
It wasn't until the owner realized her dog's breathing sounded off that she realized what he had done.
No, that's not Brad Pitt: How romance scammers target the lonely online
Meta tells Newsweek how it is working to protect vulnerable users against love scams on social media.
How girl, 5, acts when traveling first class vs economy on same day
Natalie's mother told Newsweek: "Natalie was OK during the flight home—she appreciates traveling regardless of the class."
What do your Valentine's Day posts say about you?
"Add in the societal pressure that Valentine's Day must be magical and you have a recipe for unrealistic expectations," one therapist said.
Celebrity News
Taylor Lautner set to make TV return in 'Twilight' inspired series
The 'Twilight' actor has confirmed that he will star in a new series.
Mom reads to baby since day 1, can't cope with what happens one year later
Klaudia Manska, 26, told Newsweek that her 14-month-old doesn't have "any screen time." She said: "I wanted to replace it with something meaningful."
Woman, 27, attends work event—has shock realization about beauty standards
Skylar Sorkin's admission ignited a heated debate about social media, Botox and fillers.
Celebrity News
Kourtney Kardashian shares rare photo update of 1-year-old son Rocky
The reality TV star and Travis Baker welcomed son Rocky Thirteen Barker on November 1, 2023.
Celebrity News
Mindy Kaling fans can't stop talking about her latest look
The star took to Instagram to promote her Netflix film 'Anuja,' but fans took to the comments to rave about her new look.
Woman says she's "so lucky" for last-minute concert tickets—then sees view
"Haha, I did not see that coming," one viewer on Instagram said, while another added: "Did you at least hear them?"
6 ways millennial refuses to conform to age expectations: "Not too old"
Daria Kropop, 34, told Newsweek: "We should celebrate the fact that we have the freedom to choose our own paths."
New parents find ingenious way to fit nursery into tiny NYC loft apartment
Yulia, 35, from Manhattan, told Newsweek: "We decided to sacrifice some living space to build an extra room and love how it turned out."
Is Christy Carlson Romano MAGA? Actress shot in face slams backlash
The former Disney Channel star, known for Even Stevens and Kim Possible, is recovering after a clay pigeon shooting incident.
Popular soda brand faces backlash for viral vending machine stunt
Poppi's director of PR and communications told Newsweek that the soda brand can't wait for people to see what's next.
Meta unleashes mass layoffs
The company, which owns Facebook, is letting go of thousands of workers as it prepares to hire a round of machine learning engineers this year.
Watch Tate McRae hilariously "predict" 2025 Super Bowl score years early
Radio host Rachel Viggiano told Newsweek: "She's beauty and brains and I just hope she put a bet down. And this video aged well!"
Mom takes eyes off toddler for two minutes—he does "the unthinkable"
Grace Kaage told Newsweek she thought her son Christian was just playing with his toy cars in the next room, but she was wrong.
Cancer survivor shares kitchen items she'll never use again—Expert explains
While pregnant, Susana Demore was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer. After beating it, she has embraced significant lifestyle changes.
Special needs puppy surrendered by family unable to cope as home burns down
Manzanita had already gone through the heartbreak of losing her family and home when shelter staff made an alarming discovery.
Canine bred to be working dog, instead lives best life with 8-year-old girl
The mother walked in on the best friend duo having a special spa day together.
Kanye West, Bianca Censori awkward moment goes viral after "nude" stunt
A video taken before Bianca Censori shocked people at the Grammy's with an outfit that left little to the imagination has gone viral.
Celebrity News
Miranda Lambert responds to mean comments on upcoming tour
Miranda Lambert posts a video responding to mean comments.
Kanye West speaks out on Grammy Award controversy
Don Lemon denied starting the rumor that West and his nearly naked wife Bianca Censori were kicked out of the 2025 Grammys on Sunday.
How woman knew man she'd never met in person would one day be her husband
"Meeting in person for the first time felt like finally meeting my soulmate, the one I'd been longing for all along," Zoë Foster told Newsweek.
Everything cat who works at vet's did to get "evicted" from the office
The employees don't seem to mind as George "brings a lot of emotional support" to the office, his owner told Newsweek.
Racing
Former NASCAR Star Danica Patrick Calls Out Instagram After 'Ban'
Danica Patrick publicly criticized Instagram for allegedly shadow banning her account.
