Twitter defends response to 'absolutely abhorrent' abuse directed at Ryan family
TD Jack Chambers described their response to the situation as “weak”.
South Africa's Erasmus defuses 'bomb squad' row
The coach insisted he would never tolerate racism within his squad.
Trump says Democrats wasting time on 'bulls**t' as impeachment gathers pace
Trump sent a series of angry tweets after Democrats vowed to summons the White House to produce documents this week.
'We've got to be proud to be black': Sterling defends team-mate Silva after tweet controversy
The Portugal international’s post attracted criticism but Sterling doesn’t think any harm was meant.
Twitter chief Jack Dorsey has account hacked
The hack happened earlier this evening.
FAI chief Mooney says he was unaware of €300,000 walk payments
The former Cork City goalkeeper was appointed general manager of the John Giles Foundation in 2010.
Twitter agree to meet with Man United over Pogba racist abuse
Representatives from Kick It Out will also be present, in light of the French midfielder being subjected to racism online this week.
Twitter and Facebook accuse China of social media campaign against Hong Kong protesters
Facebook and Twitter said they had shut down nearly 1,000 active accounts linked to China.
'I'm coming home' - Andy Carroll returns to Newcastle after 8-year absence
The striker, a free agent after his release by West Ham, has returned to Tyneside after eight years away from the club
Injunction against Facebook and Twitter following Ana Kriegel trial to remain until November
The court was told that the issues continue to be monitored and both companies have been ‘wholeheartedly cooperating’.
Privacy concerns raised over app that makes you look older through artificial technology
FaceApp uses artificial intelligence to make you look older or younger.
Trump tells liberal congresswomen to go fix the 'crime-infested places from which they came'
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi accused the president of wanting to “make America white again”.
Twitter bans 'dehumanising' posts towards religious groups
The social media giant now bans posts that liken religious groups to rats, viruses or maggots.
President Trump can't block critics from his Twitter account, US court rules
The US Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan upheld a lower court judge who said Trump violates the Constitution when he blocks his critics.
Cobh Ramblers' managerial vacancy, Keano's costume and more Tweets of the Week
Here’s the best of what the world of sport had to offer on Twitter over the past seven days.
Twitter clamps down on Irish-linked accounts sharing pictures of underage children
Despite Twitter shutting down a significant number of these accounts, new versions keep appearing.
The damage Andy Ruiz has caused, the Brogans out in force and more Tweets of the week
Here’s the best of what the world of sport had to offer on Twitter over the past seven days.
Wan-Bissaka playing U12s for Palace, Rossies' super-fan Paddy Joe Burke and more Tweets of the Week
Here’s the best of what the world of sport had to offer on Twitter over the past seven days.
Facebook and Twitter representatives to appear before court after Ana Kriegel murderers identified online
The boys, identified in the media only as Boy A and Boy B, were convicted yesterday of murdering Ana Kriegel last year.
Shane Ross robs Katie's limelight, GAA referee brings McDonalds to A&E and more Tweets of the Week
Here’s the best of what the world of sport had to offer on Twitter over the past seven days.
Twitter overhauls rules in bid to boost transparency and make it easier to report abuse
Twitter has been repeatedly criticised for failing to police abuse and harassment on the site.
Irish comedian subjected to 'dozens' of rape and death threats over article she wrote on Junior Cert paper
Aoife Dooley said she has notified gardaí of the threats made to her online.
These were the most active Irish politicians on Twitter during the European election campaign
More than 33,000 unique Irish Twitter users discussed the European election on the social network in recent weeks.
Explainer: Why is Facebook allowing a doctored video of 'drunk' US Speaker Nancy Pelosi to stay online?
The social media giant has been criticised after altered footage of Pelosi was posted online this week.
Rod Stewart's brilliant tribute to Liam Miller, Dick Clerkin down in Castlebar and more Tweets of the Week
Here’s the best of what the world of sport had to offer on Twitter over the past seven days.
Arnold Schwarzenegger reassures fans after being attacked at event in South Africa
The 71 year-old was kicked in the back during a sports event in Johannesburg.
Online celebrity Grumpy Cat dies aged 7
The cat made her owner Tabatha Bundesen of Arizona, a wealthy woman
World snooker champion in hospital after suffering chest pains
Mark Williams later revealed doctors are confident his health scare is not related to his heart.
Three generations of Meylers, Man City fans leaving early and more Tweets of the Week
Here’s the best of what the world of sport had to offer on Twitter over the past seven days.
John Boyne quits Twitter after criticism from trans activists following newspaper article
‘He spoke of his rejection of the term ‘cis’ used to refer to those who are not part of the trans community.
Seattle Seahawks quarterback set to be highest-paid NFL star with $140 million deal - reports
Russell Wilson appeared to confirm the reports with a video message on Twitter.
Ilhan Omar defiant after Donald Trump criticises her 9/11 comments
Ilhan Omar has drawn criticism for referring to the 9/11 attacks as “some people did something”.
Businessman claims he is victim of smear campaign through false Twitter account
Philip Rattle of August Equity LLP has launched High Court proceedings.
Rugby Australia investigating after Folau's 'unacceptable' social media posts
The Wallabies fullback has drawn criticism again.
Tech companies face fines and jail time if they fail to remove violent content under new Australia law
It comes in the wake of the Christchurch terrorist attack in New Zealand on 15 March.
Bernie Slaven's dogs, James Power's Irish oral exam and more Tweets of the Week
Here’s the best of what the world of sport had to offer on Twitter over the past seven days.
Man hospitalised following single-vehicle crash after failing to stop car for gardaí
The driver suffered minor injuries in the collision.
'My grand-daughter saw this': Brazilian president criticised for tweeting video of man urinating at carnival
The 40-second clip was reportedly filmed at the country’s famous Carnival festival.
Jeff Stelling gets burned, Paddy Kavanagh's chip van and more Tweets of the Week
Here’s the best of what the world of sport had to offer on Twitter over the past seven days.
Thomas Barr gets pushed out of the way, Pochettino's rage and more Tweets of the week
Here’s the best of what the world of sport had to offer on Twitter over the past week.
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