Social Media
New Instagram location sharing feature sparks privacy fears
Instagram users are warning about a new location sharing feature, fearing that the hugely popular app could be putting people in danger by revealing their whereabouts without their knowledge.
Air NZ's CEO appointment stirs racist backlash
Major news organisations have been forced to restrict or disable comments on social media posts on Nikhil Ravishankar's appointment due to a torrent of abuse.
Are our politicians safe from threats and 'free to lead'?
MPs discussed online harm and the safety of public figures in a panel at Parliament this week. Why has it worsened and what is fuelling it?
Should young people have access to social media?
The push to get under-16-year-olds off social media is a cause that's united some high-powered women from all walks of life.
Pasifika leaders, influencers weigh in on proposed social media ban for under 16s
They have shared a mix of views, from cautious support to concern, and even strong opposition. Audio
Cyberbullying in spotlight amid proposed social media ban
Greater protections against cyberbullying needed regardless of whether social media is banned for those aged under 16, experts say.
Teens say social media ban unwelcome, more education needed
Young people said they would rather see education and guidance around social media, rather than a blanket ban. Audio
Teens say social media ban not welcomed and education is needed
Young people said they would rather see education and guidance around social media, rather than a blanket ban.
Australia's social media ban will go ahead regardless of election outcome
Explainer - Why is YouTube exempt from the ban, and does this undermine its intended aim?
YouTuber arrested after risky attempt to meet hostile, uncontacted tribe
American Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov tried to sneak in a restricted territory carrying a can of Diet Coke .
How condiments can be a cook's best friend
Historian and foodie author Claire Dinhut tells RNZ's Mihi Forbes about why social media had to come first, and why dijon mustard is her ride-or-die condiment. Video, Audio
Kidfluencers - not all toys and joys
Strong parental control seems to be the key to keeping insta-famous and highly visible YouTube kids safe.
'My way of cleaning up one little corner of the internet'
Psychologist and TikTok sensation, Britain's Dr Julie Smith breaks down complex ideas about how our mind works into simple and creative snack-size viral videos. Audio
Holly Arrowsmith: 'If I wasn't a musician I'd cut ties with social media'
Ahead of the Auckland Folk Festival, Christchurch singer-songwriter Holly Arrowsmith chats to Charlotte Ryan and shares six of her favourite contemporary folk songs, on The Mixtape. Video, Audio
Big tech says Australia 'rushed' social media ban for under 16s
Big Tech corporations on Friday hit out at a landmark Australian law that bans youths under the age of 16 from accessing social media, saying the law was "rushed" through parliament.
Banning teens from social media distracting from real issues
The Australian Prime Minister is vowing to get kids off their devices and on to the footy field by introducing a miniumum social media age of 16. Aoteroa's Prime Minister has said he's up for looking… Audio
How fraudsters use 'fake news' in cryptocurrency scams
Scammers are able to get past automated checks on the social media giant to try to defraud users.
TikTok is facing a ban in the US: What you need to know
A bill calling for the forced sale or ban of TikTok passed through the United States' House of Representatives. What's next, and what does all of this mean for New Zealand?
Tom Sainsbury: Comedy, Characters & Children
Comedian Tom Sainsbury talks making movies, his social media characters and the two children he helped bring into the world. Video, Audio
US Second Gentleman meets with Jacinda Ardern on Christchurch Call
Former PM Jacinda Ardern was met with the Second Gentleman of the United States in Auckland today as part of a roundtable discussion for the Christchurch Call.
