Investigative Stories

Zuckerberg Defends Meta in Landmark Social Media Addiction Trial

Published: 21 February 2026, The English Chronicle Desk, The English Chronicle Online Meta chief executive Mark Zuckerberg has taken the stand in a high‑profile trial in Los Angeles to defend his company against allegations that its social media platforms were designed to be addictive — particularly to children and teenagers. The case, widely seen as a potential turning point in how courts treat technology’s impact on youth, pits Meta and...

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Bill Gates Pulls Out of India’s AI Summit Over Epstein Files Controversy

Published: 21 February 2026, The English Chronicle Desk, The English Chronicle Online Microsoft co‑founder Bill Gates has abruptly withdrawn from delivering a keynote speech at India’s flagship AI Impact Summit, days after newly released Epstein files reignited scrutiny over his past ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The move dealt a notable blow to the high‑profile event, which has aimed to position India as a global leader in artificial...

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