A few notable writers who made their Medium debut in 2024Medium provides a platform for new writers to share impactful stories and connect with audiences on various topics.
Modern Love Podcast:' Joel Kim Booster on Your Worst Dates EverModern Love explores the complexities of human relationships through authentic narratives in podcast form.
Snapchat Launches Streamlined Creator Monetization ProcessSnapchat is simplifying monetization for creators by integrating Spotlight videos into its Stories revenue share program, effective February 1, 2025.
Snapchat Plans to Merge Its TikTok-Like Spotlight Feature with Stories for a More Unified Experience - Lindsey GambleSnapchat CEO Evan Spiegel plans to merge Spotlight with Stories to unify the user experience.Snapchat's consolidation of Spotlight and Stories will enhance the viewing experience and attract more advertisers.
Snapchat Launches Streamlined Creator Monetization ProcessSnapchat is simplifying monetization for creators by integrating Spotlight videos into its Stories revenue share program, effective February 1, 2025.
Snapchat Plans to Merge Its TikTok-Like Spotlight Feature with Stories for a More Unified Experience - Lindsey GambleSnapchat CEO Evan Spiegel plans to merge Spotlight with Stories to unify the user experience.Snapchat's consolidation of Spotlight and Stories will enhance the viewing experience and attract more advertisers.
Instagram Stories are getting commentsInstagram is enhancing user interaction by introducing visible comments on Stories, moving beyond direct messages.
You'll soon be able to leave comments on Instagram Stories postsInstagram now allows commenting on Stories, promoting public conversation while maintaining privacy through a mutual follow restriction.
Instagram Now Allows Commenting on Stories - Lindsey GambleInstagram's new comment feature on Stories enhances user engagement and provides valuable feedback for creators and brands.
WhatsApp Expands Private Mentions in Status to All UsersWhatsApp Status enables users to share disappearing photos and videos, enhancing connectivity among users.
Instagram Stories are getting commentsInstagram is enhancing user interaction by introducing visible comments on Stories, moving beyond direct messages.
You'll soon be able to leave comments on Instagram Stories postsInstagram now allows commenting on Stories, promoting public conversation while maintaining privacy through a mutual follow restriction.
Instagram Now Allows Commenting on Stories - Lindsey GambleInstagram's new comment feature on Stories enhances user engagement and provides valuable feedback for creators and brands.
WhatsApp Expands Private Mentions in Status to All UsersWhatsApp Status enables users to share disappearing photos and videos, enhancing connectivity among users.
Home decor: Hold on to the past selectivelyPreserving family history often outweighs the necessity of decluttering, as seen through the lens of a grandfather's lost artwork.
Instagram Will Now Enable Users to Create Custom Sticker from Still Image PostsInstagram now allows users to cut out elements of still image posts and use them as stickers in Stories and Reels.The feature is similar to the image cutout option on WhatsApp, offering new creative opportunities.
As more Instagram users engage with Stories, the app adds a comments feature | TechCrunchInstagram introduces commenting on Stories to enhance user interaction and community engagement.The feature reflects a strategic move to leverage the popularity of Stories over traditional posts.
Instagram now lets you post a secret Story that viewers can uncover with a DM | TechCrunchInstagram introduces new Stories features: 'Reveal' hidden stories, 'Add Yours Music' sticker, and 'Frames' for throwback posts.
Instagram now offers AI-generated backgrounds on StoriesInstagram has launched a new generative AI-powered tool called backdrop that allows users to create a new image in the background of their Story.The backdrop tool prompts users to describe the backdrop they want and the AI tool generates it in the background.
Instagram Will Now Enable Users to Create Custom Sticker from Still Image PostsInstagram now allows users to cut out elements of still image posts and use them as stickers in Stories and Reels.The feature is similar to the image cutout option on WhatsApp, offering new creative opportunities.
As more Instagram users engage with Stories, the app adds a comments feature | TechCrunchInstagram introduces commenting on Stories to enhance user interaction and community engagement.The feature reflects a strategic move to leverage the popularity of Stories over traditional posts.
Instagram now lets you post a secret Story that viewers can uncover with a DM | TechCrunchInstagram introduces new Stories features: 'Reveal' hidden stories, 'Add Yours Music' sticker, and 'Frames' for throwback posts.
Instagram now offers AI-generated backgrounds on StoriesInstagram has launched a new generative AI-powered tool called backdrop that allows users to create a new image in the background of their Story.The backdrop tool prompts users to describe the backdrop they want and the AI tool generates it in the background.
Black Box: a new podcast series about AI and us trailerThe Guardian is launching a new series exploring the collision between people and artificial intelligence.The series will feature stories from different parts of the world, highlighting how AI impacts individuals and communities.
A scholar discovers stories and poems possibly written by Louisa May Alcott under a pseudonymLouisa May Alcott may have written about 20 stories and poems under pseudonyms for local newspapers in Massachusetts.One of the pseudonyms she used was E. H. Gould, and she also wrote under her own name and the pseudonym Flora Fairfield.
Heed Your Call - San Francisco Bay TimesEveryone has a calling, and it is important to answer that call.Doing nothing is not an option when it comes to making a positive impact on the community and the world.
Instagram Tests New 'Hype' Option to Encourage Engagement with StoriesInstagram's focus has shifted from the main feed to stories and direct messages (DMs)The main Instagram feed is now more focused on discovery and highlighting trending video content
Instagram Tests New 'Hype' Option To Encourage Engagement With StoriesInstagram's focus has shifted from the main feed to stories and DMs.Instagram is developing a new feature called Hype and has added the capacity to pin comments.
Instagram Tests New 'Hype' Option to Encourage Engagement with StoriesInstagram's focus has shifted from the main feed to stories and direct messages (DMs)The main Instagram feed is now more focused on discovery and highlighting trending video content
Instagram Tests New 'Hype' Option To Encourage Engagement With StoriesInstagram's focus has shifted from the main feed to stories and DMs.Instagram is developing a new feature called Hype and has added the capacity to pin comments.
Israel-Hamas Truce Appears to Enter Another Day, and MoreThe New York Times Audio app offers journalism and storytellingIt provides news, depth, and serendipityThe app includes a weekly newsletter and The Headlines segment with major stories of the day