Social media apps made $11 billion from children, teens in 2022
Snaphat, TikTok, Youtube and others generated billions in profits last year from advertising targeting young users, a Harvard study shows.
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Snaphat, TikTok, Youtube and others generated billions in profits last year from advertising targeting young users, a Harvard study shows.
Starting Dec. 1, Google will delete accounts that haven't been used in two years, which could impact photos, emails and more.
An extended conversation with New Hampshire’s Dan Larson whose successful YouTube channel “Secret Galaxy” features short documentaries about pop culture.
New Hampshire's Dan Larson has a large following on his YouTube channel "Secret Galaxy."
WBZ TV's Liam Martin reports.
Ninety-five percent of Americans identified misinformation as a problem when they're trying to access important information.
YouTube has banned users from sharing videos of dangerous pranks on its platform because of concerns about challenges that put people's lives in jeopardy.
Jon says the backlash against predatory technology that wants to get you and your kids addicted to their products is gathering steam.
Move over, "Gangnam Style." YouTube has a new top-viewed video of all time.
Jon says now it's Google's turn to be exposed as irresponsible exploiters of technology they can't really control.
April is expected to give birth to her fourth calf in the coming days.
Twitter, Facebook, Google and YouTube are being investigated and sued over their failure to keep their sites clear of terrorist activity and hate speech.
Research has shown that one of the most effective ways to reach millennials is with branded YouTube videos.
Boston Police said they received no report from the incident, which a driver shared video of online.
Ben Affleck may be over a year late on his DeflateGate rant, but it was still good TV. Check it out!
Classic Larry Bird highlights are a must for any Celtics fan, young or old. Check out his triple-double from the 1986 playoffs.
Patriots fans will be able to relive some of the most memorable games in team history this fall.
Julian Edelman and Danny Amendola play cops in a new video. It's a good thing football is back soon.
Pair that Halloween costume with the perfect makeup with the help of these YouTube instructional videos.
There used to be a day when celebrities were movie stars and rock stars. The World Wide Web changed everything and created a whole new brand of star: the Internet sensation.
A broke Julian Edelman took a stab at selling cars in the receiver's latest YouTube video, and let's just say he should stick to football.
The August 21st episode will feature some of YouTube's biggest stars, including Jenna Marbles, Tyler Oakley, Kandee Johnson, The Slow Mo Guys and the creators of "Epic Rap Battles of History."
Whole Foods Market's CEOs apologized Thursday after an investigation found that the grocer routinely overcharged for prepackaged fruits, vegetables and deli meats.
Walpole High School's valedictorian is apologizing after she gave a speech at graduation that was partially plagiarized.
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's lawsuit against the co-founder of YouTube over leaked footage of their marriage proposal should move forward, a California appeals court ruled Wednesday.
A Boston native who will be taking part in the New York Marathon this weekend has overcome a series of personal and health obstacles.
Led by two sisters, the team raised more than $10,000 for the Ellie Fund, the same organization that supported their family.
The Boston Celtics pulled away late to beat the Charlotte Hornets 124-109 in a heated game on Friday night in which two Hornets players were ejected.
Friday marked the last day of in-person early voting in Massachusetts and voters had any number of motivations to head to the polls.
The scammers called saying they were the Border Patrol, and that they had a package with her name on it.
A Stoughton woman who owns spas in Easton and Randolph allegedly performed thousands of illegal counterfeit Botox and filler injections since 2021.
A judge sided with Karen Read as she seeks to delay a civil wrongful death lawsuit filed by John O'Keefe's family.
The scammers called saying they were the Border Patrol, and that they had a package with her name on it.
Drake Maye remains in concussion protocol, but Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo hasn't ruled the quarterback out for this weekend's game against the Titans.
One of the most contested governor's races in the country is underway in New Hampshire but not only is the tone of the candidates' ads turning off some voters, others admit they aren't paying attention.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Several hospitals have failed to come to an agreement with the second-largest health insurer in Massachusetts, Point32Health.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
President Biden is visiting New Hampshire on Tuesday to tout his health care achievements and put focus on his policy legacy.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
A Plymouth man says that fraudsters tried to steal his home out from under him, just one week after WBZ's I-Team reported on a similar scam in Concord.
In the wake of Enrique Delgado-Garcia's death following a boxing training exercise with the Massachusetts State Police, the I-Team uncovered a similar case decades ago where a recruit died after excessive police training.
Relief may be on the way for hundreds of drivers in Massachusetts, who lost their commercial driver's licenses due to violations from decades ago.
While polls show inflation and the economy are the top issues for voters in New Hampshire, another topic is dominating the ad wars - abortion.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu reached an agreement with business leaders last week on a temporary tax rate increase on commercial properties.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Do Massachusetts Democrats believe Ed Markey should step aside for a younger voice in the U.S. Senate? Chairman Steve Kerrigan weighs in.
Senator Elizabeth Warren and her challenger John Deaton went head-to-head in a debate held at the WBZ studios.
Seven Stop & Shop stores in Massachusetts will be closing permanently on Oct. 31.
A small group of loyal customers gathered in Weston Saturday morning to thank a pharmacist who is relocating as Walgreens closes the location where he served the community for almost three decades.
Meta is set to launch a new plan using facial recognition technology to prevent online scams at the start of next year.
The owner of the New Hampshire coffee shop believes it will cost them more than a million dollars to move and buy another property.
An old Christmas Tree Shops location in Massachusetts will be turned into a "Spirit Christmas" store.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
A Boston native who will be taking part in the New York Marathon this weekend has overcome a series of personal and health obstacles.
The Boston Celtics pulled away late to beat the Charlotte Hornets 124-109 in a heated game on Friday night in which two Hornets players were ejected.
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye has a chance to play this weekend against the Titans.
The New England Patriots will take on the Tennessee Titans in Week 9. Will they have Drake Maye at quarterback for the tilt?
Drake Maye remains in concussion protocol, but Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo hasn't ruled the quarterback out for this weekend's game against the Titans.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.
The northern lights have been very active in 2024. An expert explains why it could continue for months to come.