Meta to replace fact-checking program in favor of “community notes”

Meta has announced it is ending its fact-checking program in favor of a ‘community notes’ system, similar to X’s Community Notes. The social media company (which owns Facebook, Instagram, Threads and WhatsApp) said in a statement: “we’re
President Biden names two new national monuments in California

President Joe Biden has signed a proclamation naming two new national monuments in California, protecting 848,000 acres of land that are of ‘scientific, cultural, ecological, and historical importance.’ The White House said in a statement: “With today’s
Oakland Athletics outfielder Brent Rooker signs franchise record five-year, $60M extension

Oakland Athletics’ slugger Brent Rooker has agreed to a five-year, $60 million contract extension with the organization. Sources told ESPN that Rooker’s deal includes a sixth-year vesting option worth $22 million; he was eligible to hit arbitration
Tennessee Titans fire GM Ran Carthon; will retain head coach Brian Callahan

The Tennessee Titans announced on Tuesday that they have fired general manager Ran Carthon after two seasons, after finishing 3-14 this season and earning the No. 1 pick in the 2025 draft, set for April 24 to
Joan Jett and the Blackhearts set exclusive Las Vegas Engagement

Joan Jett and the Blackhearts have announced an exclusive five-date engagement at House of Blues Las Vegas, located inside the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. The five shows at House of Blues Las Vegas are scheduled for:
Shinedown’s Eric Bass shares the solo track ‘Azalia’

Shinedown’s Eric Bass has shared his new single “Azalia,” taken from his forthcoming debut solo album I Had A Name, dropping on February 28th. Bass shares: “‘Azalia’ is one of the two main protagonists in our story.