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YouTube is an American video-sharing platform headquartered in San Bruno, California. Three former PayPal employees—Chad Hurley, Steve Chen, and Jawed Karim—created the service in February 2005. Google bought the site in November 2006 for US$1.65 billion; YouTube now operates as one of Google's subsidiaries.

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Facebook and YouTube moderators sign PTSD disclosure

Content moderators review hundreds of disturbing images each day for social media sites.
BBC News - Published 9 hours ago

Bernie Sanders faces ire over Joe Rogan 'endorsement'

Supporters of the Democratic candidate are upset by his embrace of a divisive YouTube star.
BBC News - Published 15 hours ago

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Footage captures Ice Cross World Championship victory races

Point-of-view videos show winners of the Ice Cross World Championship Kyle Croxall and Amanda Trunzo racing down tracks

Credit: Reuters - Viral Video Duration: 01:18Published 2 days ago

NikkieTutorials discusses growing up transgender

Last week, Nikkie posted a video entitled, 'I'm Coming Out,' where she revealed to her 13.1 million YouTube followers that she was transgender.

Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 01:11Published 2 days ago

"The Devil Causes Same-Sex Attraction": White House Live-Streams Pence's Speech At Homophobic Church

US Vice President Mike Pence spoke at a church service Sunday. The pastor at the church claims that same-sex attraction was caused by "the devil". The homophobic sermon was live-streamed by the White..

Credit: Wochit News Duration: 00:37Published 3 days ago

Adele teases comeback with mysterious new YouTube clip

Adele sent fans into a frenzy when she recently uploaded a mysterious new video to her YouTube channel.

Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 00:47Published 4 days ago

Alphabet's public market cap tops $1 trillion

The public market capitalization of Google parent Alphabet topped the $1 trillion mark shortly before the close of trading on Thursday, making it the fourth S&P 500 component to top the lofty level...

Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:57Published 1 week ago

YouTube algorithms are promoting climate denial videos to millions - new report

An investigation by Avaaz found that users are being directed climate denial videos by through their recommended algorithm if you search for terms like "global warming".View on euronews

Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:54Published 1 week ago

Famed YouTube Makeup Artist NikkieTutorials Comes Out as Transgender Woman

On Monday, Jan. 13, the beauty maven posted a video titled, "I'm Coming Out," where she revealed that she was a transgender woman.

Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 01:33Published 1 week ago

US Music Streams Topped 1 Trillion for First Time in 2019

The figure comes from a new report by Nielsen Music Major streaming sites in the U.S. include Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube.

Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 01:09Published 2 weeks ago

Naasz and Legere race to wins at Red Bull Ice Cross in France

Wins for Cameron Naasz and Jacqueline Legere at the second round of the Ice Cross World Championship.

Credit: Reuters - Sports Duration: 01:43Published 2 weeks ago

Neymar insists PSG can win the Champions League

Neymar says PSG can lift the Champions League trophy and intends to win everything with club and country in 2020.

Credit: Reuters - Sports Duration: 00:53Published 2 weeks ago

Tana Mongeau and Jake Paul say they are 'taking a break' after 5 months of marriage

On Thursday, Mongeau announced the YouTube couple's 'break' after uploading a photo of her, Paul and their dog, Thor.

Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 01:39Published 3 weeks ago

Justin Bieber to reveal exclusive footage of his wedding

'10,000 Hours' hitmaker Justin Bieber will reveal exclusive never before seen footage of his wedding to Hayley Bieber in new YouTube docuseries.

Credit: Bang Media World Duration: 00:59Published 3 weeks ago

Justin Bieber launching YouTube cocuseries 'Seasons'

Bieber and YouTube announced on Tuesday that a 10-episode series, 'Justin Bieber: Seasons,' will debut on Jan. 27.

Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 01:06Published 3 weeks ago

YouTube's most-viewed music videos of the decade

In honor of the decade coming to an end, YouTube released a detailed breakdown of the most popular music videos.

Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 01:27Published on December 31, 2019

YouTube's New Update Gives Creators More Control Over Copyright Issues

The feature, “Assisted Trim,” lets creators edit out claimed content.

Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 01:19Published on December 30, 2019

Wins for Marco Dallago and Anais Morand in Ice Cross season opener

Marco Dallago and Anais Morand win the opening round of the Ice Cross world championship held in Judenburg.

Credit: Reuters - Sports Duration: 01:48Published on December 29, 2019

Actor Kevin Spacey posts Christmas greeting as Netflix character

Kevin Spacey appeared in a cryptic minute-long video posted to YouTube as his character from the Netflix series "House of Cards," wishing viewers a Merry Christmas.

Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 00:55Published on December 24, 2019

11-year-old who YouTubed her brain tumour treatment lands dream presenting gig

A brave 11-year-old girl who tried to help other young patients by documenting her cutting-edge brain tumour treatment on YouTube has seen her dreams realised after landing a TV presenting role with..

Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:45Published on December 20, 2019

Trans woman speaks of her childhood torment at receiving macho gifts for Christmas

A Christmas-loving trans woman has spoken of her childhood torment when she longed to receive make-up and dance classes like her sisters, but instead unwrapped her presents to find macho tracksuits and..

Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:13Published on December 19, 2019

PewDiePie announces break from YouTube

Felix Kjellberg, best known as PewDiePie online, recently announced he would be taking a break from YouTube in 2020.

Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 01:18Published on December 18, 2019

David Dobrik, Tana Mongeau Win Big at 2019 Streamy Awards | THR News

The 9th annual event honoring the best in online video was held Dec. 13 at the Beverly Hilton and live streamed on YouTube.

Credit: The Hollywood Reporter Duration: 04:17Published on December 16, 2019

This blind lawyer counsels Hong Kong's front lines

A visually-impaired lawyer provides legal counsel to protests. Libby Hogan reports.

Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 02:20Published on December 13, 2019

Trump Ads Taken Down by YouTube and Google

YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki has confirmed the removal, saying they were not approved on either platform.

Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 01:19Published on December 3, 2019

The 'tiny' recipe to YouTube success

This Indian couple's miniature cooking videos have earned them hundreds of thousands of subscribers.
BBC News - Published 6 days ago

From searching 'what is rugby?' on YouTube to playing at Twickenham

Four years ago, Linda Djougang typed the words 'what is rugby?' into YouTube. Now, she is preparing to play at one of the sport's biggest stadiums.
BBC News - Published on December 27, 2019

Morocco jails one man, detains another over criticism of authorities on social media

Morocco on Thursday sentenced a man to four years in prison on charges he insulted the king on YouTube, and authorities arrested a rights activist who on Twitter criticized long jail terms for..
Reuters - Published on December 26, 2019

Deji Olatunji: CCTV shows YouTube star's dog attacking woman

Deji Olatunji's German shepherd is seen biting a woman who had collected a parcel from his house.
BBC News - Published on December 19, 2019

YouTube's top earners: Eight-year-old Ryan tops list with $26m

Ryan's World is ranked number one for the second year in a row.
BBC News - Published on December 18, 2019

YouTube star Deji to appeal against dog destruction order

Deji Olatunji tells his 10 million followers he will appeal against a court decision to destroy his dog.
BBC News - Published on December 18, 2019

YouTube star Deji's dog to be destroyed after biting elderly woman

An elderly woman suffered serious injuries when she was bitten by Deji Olatunji's German shepherd.
BBC News - Published on December 17, 2019

PewDiePie to take break from YouTube as 'feeling very tired'

The Swedish star, 29, has been involved in accusations of racism and anti-Semitism in recent years.
BBC News - Published on December 16, 2019

Jump rope coach: From City worker to full-time skipper

Rushie Shah coaches people how to jump rope online and has built up a large following on YouTube.
BBC News - Published on December 15, 2019

YouTube bans 'malicious insults and veiled threats'

Videos containing insults based on race and sexual orientation will be removed, YouTube says.
BBC News - Published on December 11, 2019

Drill music videos being uploaded to porn websites to avoid YouTube ban, police say

Senior officer suggests genre is becoming 'more subtle' amid rising commercial success
Independent - Published on December 4, 2019

Dambe: Ancient African combat sport is a YouTube phenomenon

Dambe is traditionally practised by Hausa butchers, but its popularity has grown recently.
BBC News - Published on December 4, 2019

Retired photographer creates YouTube hit 'Romsey the Movie'

The YouTube film, which started as a retirement project, had its world premiere at Romsey Town Hall.
BBC News - Published on November 28, 2019

Serge Ibaka: NBA champion's YouTube cooking show

The Congolese basketballer racks up millions of views cooking unusual food on YouTube.
BBC News - Published on November 24, 2019

BBC MOTDx's Craig Mitch apologises for Liverpool comments

MOTDx pundit Craig Mitch used a swearword to describe the city in a YouTube video.
BBC News - Published on November 13, 2019

Blackpink are the first K-pop band to join YouTube's 'billion views club'

The video for Ddu-Du Ddu-Du makes them the first K-pop group to join the billion views club.
BBC News - Published on November 13, 2019

KSI v Logan Paul 2: The YouTube boxing rematch worth millions of pounds

The YouTubers' boxing rematch is expected to draw an audience of millions.
BBC News - Published on November 7, 2019

See the Berlin Wall and escape beneath it in new virtual reality show

A new YouTube show and virtual reality experience transports people to the streets of Berlin to relive the sudden construction of the hated wall in 1961 and its toppling 30 years ago this week.
Reuters - Published on November 5, 2019

#TeamTrees: YouTube stars boost tree planting campaign to over $8m

The campaign, supported by YouTubers such as Jeffree Star, has raised more than $8m in five days.
BBC News - Published on October 30, 2019

Bara Votikova: The YouTube sensation taking on Arsenal in Europe

Meet the Czech goalkeeper with 76.2m views on her YouTube channel and a Champions League game at Arsenal on Thursday.
BBC News - Published on October 30, 2019

Indian grandpa cooks his way to YouTube glory

The 60-year-old rose to social media fame because of his unusual cooking videos.
BBC News - Published on October 29, 2019

YouTube regrets: Anecdotal claims of damaged users

Fresh evidence that Google's video clip service is promoting harmful and hate-filled content.
BBC News - Published on October 15, 2019

YouTube terminates Addy A-Game and Street Attraction channels

Hundreds of online videos are removed for breaking rules on nudity and sexual conduct after a BBC investigation.
BBC News - Published on October 7, 2019

Viral visuals driving social media manipulation on YouTube, Instagram: researchers

The success of viral memes, videos and pictures in spreading online disinformation is fueling organized social media manipulation on Instagram and YouTube, researchers at Oxford University said on..
Reuters - Published on September 26, 2019

Rising Ballers are the first ever female football team on YouTube

These girls are going places - meet the first female football team on YouTube.
BBC News - Published on September 25, 2019

Tech companies back independent watchdog to tackle online extremism

A global working group set up by Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Microsoft to remove extremist content will become an independent watchdog working "to respond quicker and work more collaboratively to..
Reuters - Published on September 24, 2019

YouTube star Deji and mum admit dangerous dog charges

An elderly woman suffered serious injuries when she was bitten by Deji Olatunji's German shepherd.
BBC News - Published on September 23, 2019

YouTube U-turn after protests over verified status

The video-sharing site apologised after proposing a change that drew criticism from prominent YouTubers.
BBC News - Published on September 23, 2019

Sam Walker: Prisoner posted YouTube videos of life behind bars

A union calls for more action to stop phones entering jails after a prisoner posts on social media.
BBC News - Published on September 17, 2019

Lilly Singh launches NBC talk show A Little Late on YouTube first

The YouTube star becomes the only female late night host on the big four US networks.
BBC News - Published on September 17, 2019

YouTube advertises big brands alongside fake cancer cure videos

The video site's algorithm promotes medical misinformation in a number of languages, the BBC finds.
BBC News - Published on September 12, 2019

Pro-Kremlin rapper deletes new song goading protesters after outcry

A prominent pro-Kremlin rapper on Tuesday took down a new music video praising Moscow's mayor and disparaging the opposition after it was panned as one of the most unpopular clips ever to be posted on..
Reuters - Published on September 10, 2019

Moscow rap becomes most-disliked Russian YouTube video

A rap song in praise of Moscow becomes the most-disliked Russian video on YouTube before its removal.
BBC News - Published on September 10, 2019

Plame, Valerie Plame: former CIA agent takes fast track in campaign video

Valerie Plame, the former U.S. intelligence officer whose cover was blown by officials in the administration of President George W. Bush during the lead-up to the Iraq war, released a congressional..
Reuters - Published on September 9, 2019

Hypnobirthing: Why Kenyan couple delivered their baby on YouTube

Kenyan couple Shiko and Rama delivered their baby on their own - then posted it on YouTube.
BBC News - Published on September 6, 2019

YouTube fined $170m in US over children's privacy violation

A record fine of $170m was agreed after the site was accused of breaking children's privacy laws.
BBC News - Published on September 4, 2019

Google to pay up to $200 million to FTC on YouTube probe: source

Alphabet Inc's Google will spend up to $200 million to settle a Federal Trade Commission investigation into YouTube's alleged violation of a children's privacy law, a person briefed on the matter told..
Reuters - Published on August 30, 2019

Huawei's next phone will not have Google apps

Huawei's next flagship phone will not come with Google's popular apps including Maps and YouTube.
BBC News - Published on August 29, 2019

YouTube finds influence campaign tied to Hong Kong protests

Alphabet Inc's Google announced on Thursday that its YouTube streaming video service disabled 210 channels appearing to engage in a coordinated influence operation around the Hong Kong protests, days..
Reuters - Published on August 22, 2019

YouTube: LGBT video-makers sue claiming discrimination

YouTube denies it discriminates on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.
BBC News - Published on August 15, 2019

Dr Becky: The Oxford University YouTube astrophysicist

"Dr Becky" receives thousands of views on her YouTube channel, which answers questions about the Universe.
BBC News - Published on August 14, 2019

Russia tells Google not to advertise 'illegal' events after election protests

Russia's state communications watchdog has asked Google to stop advertising "illegal mass events" on its YouTube video platform, it said on Sunday.
Reuters - Published on August 11, 2019

Russia, after protests, tells Google not to advertise "illegal" events

Russia's state communications watchdog said on Sunday it had asked Google to stop advertising "illegal mass events" on its YouTube video platform.
Reuters - Published on August 11, 2019

Kacaman: Burundi's YouTube star dies of malaria aged six

Darcy Irakoze, known as Kacaman, contracted the illness on Wednesday and died a day later in Burundi.
BBC News - Published on August 9, 2019

'I get so much recognition from YouTube'

In India farmers are taking to social media to share innovative farming practices and techniques.
BBC News - Published on August 2, 2019

Would you take time out to watch someone eat on YouTube?

American 'Meokbang' YouTuber Blove became a millionaire by having people watch her eat.
BBC News - Published on August 1, 2019

YouTube 'King of Random' dies in paragliding accident

Grant Thompson racked up billions of views with his unique and daring experiments.
BBC News - Published on July 31, 2019

Alphabet shares soar on new details into YouTube, cloud growth

Alphabet Inc shares rose 9% after the company reported quarterly results that eased investors' concerns about the growth challenges facing its Google advertising business.
Reuters - Published on July 25, 2019