Facebook, YouTube, Twitter send home thousands of human moderators
Facebook employees to work from home as coronavirus spreads around the world.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromSocial media
A pandemic in the internet age
We have never been this connected while battling a pandemic - how will it help?
Possum tail mystery leaves commuters baffled - again
An unsolved mystery that left commuters puzzled back in 2015 has come back.
'Someone's not seen much of her mum lately': Clarke Gayford thanks Kiwis
Clarke Gayford has thanked everyone who has been asking after the family.
Coronavirus: Frozen actor posts emotional message on Instagram
The teary video discussed his coronavirus fears and reassured people it's okay to cry.
'What is that?': Strange lights spotted by Kiwi star-gazers
Strange lights spotted over Auckland.
Watch: Takapuna students' heartwarming performance for rest homes
"We decided to focus on the elderly and do a kind gesture for them."
Coronavirus: Mum crying in supermarket over sold-out nappies
Countdown supermarket reminded Kiwis there was no need to panic-buy.
Coronavirus: Work-from-home set ups get creative
As Kiwis go into self-isolation, here are some creative ways they can set up their homes.
PM Jacinda Ardern dismisses coronavirus rumours on social media
PM Jacinda Ardern dismisses coronavirus rumours swirling on social media and says “everything else you see, a grain of salt." Video / Rotorua Daily Post
'Loner' in court over obsession with teen varsity student
After breaking in, stealing her underwear, he contacted her
'You can get through this': The psychology of life under Covid-19 and how to cope
Even in a time of disruption and fear, there is hope.
Facebook acknowledges bug that blocked coronavirus news
Bug in Facebook's system blocking links to news stories about the coronavirus.
Watch: Experiment engages kids on importance of washing hands
A experiment that teaches children the importance of washing hands has gone viral.
Dear corona diary - what it's like to be ill
Karoline Preisler is giving regular updates with the hashtag #coronadiary.
'We are the reason that it will spread': Scarfies party on despite warnings
'Wash your hands, guys. Stay at home, don't do what we're doing, look after your grandma'.
Coronavirus: What are Kiwis searching on Google?
What are Kiwis searching amidst the coronavirus pandemic?
Watch: Quarantined Italians sing from their balconies
Emotional scenes from locked-down towns in Italy show how isolated people pass the time.
March 15: Day the internet was weaponised
Comment: An "internet for good" should be our response to March 15, says Jordan Carter.
Why internet abandoned 'OK Boomer' influencer
Her political video made her an instant star. One revelation saw her followers abandon her
What viral internet memes may tell us about Covid-19's spread
Models predicting how internet memes go viral may also better predict Covid-19's spread.
Wellington café's 'abhorrent' message about Jeanette Fitzsimons' death
It's not the first time the café causes outrage with its blackboard messages.
Smartphone addiction: How to tell if you're hooked
Are you addicted to your smartphone? And can you kick the habit?
No food please: Bullied coronavirus couple 'uncomfortable' about offers
Couple don't feel comfortable accepting food because of "social media bullying".
Doctor who murdered Dunedin teen jailed at least 19 years
Venod Skantha is being sentenced in the High Court in Dunedin this afternoon.
Your kids and social media: Stalking, secret accounts - and stress
The British Govt is requiring tech companies to protect children. Will NZ follow suit?
Jacinda Ardern's words twisted in 'scary' audio clip
Is the capital of NZ set to change to Auckland? Or is all not as it seems?
A millennial confesses: I don't care who's watching me online - but maybe you should
They found at least 20 apps I was sharing my location with without my knowledge.
Siena Yates: The new show that's the epitome of stupid reality TV
This show could send you round the bend just trying to make sense of it all
Revealed: How Facebook, Google really track you - and what you can do
Special report: The surprising extent of what you really share on social media.
Editorial: You're giving yourself away
We say: How many strangers do you share your most intimately private details with?
A royal Instagram mystery
New York Times: Two royal couples, two Instagram accounts, one conspiracy theory.
Cops share bizarre drunk-driver excuses
Police have shared the bizarre excuses drunk-drivers have used for their behaviour.
Twitter shares rise on reports of activist investor stake
Twitter shares rise after reports an activist investor took a stake in the service.