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WhatsApp's voicemail-like feature was first reported in August, but there was not much information about it at that time. Just in time before the holidays, the messaging app introduced a new set of updates to improve communication and AI integration. Missed Call Messages Are a Smarter Way to Replace Voicemail Mariia Shalabaieva/Unsplash As noted on its Dec. 11 blog post, WhatsApp's new Missed Call Messages service will replace the traditional voice message service with an easier and more convenient method. Now, if someone doesn't pick up your call, you can record a voice or video message and send it with just a single click. It will make it very easy for people to send an urgent or heartfelt message. WhatsApp highlights that with this feature, "voicemails are a thing of the past" because it presents a modern method for staying in touch, particularly during the busy holidays. Reactions on Voice Chats and Prioritization in Calls The platform also brings "live reactions" while having voice chats, so people can share reactions with "cheers!" without disrupting conversations. It enhances an entertaining aspect within group conversations and family calls. Moreover, WhatsApp has given importance to the speaker during video calls, thus making it

Reddit claims that the ban infringes the ‘implied freedom of political communication’. Popular online forum Reddit has filed a lawsuit against the Australian government over the country’s social media ban for minors which came into force this Wednesday (10 December). The landmark legislation, a part of the country’s Online Safety Act, marks the world’s first social media ban for under-16s as a measure to bolster child safety on the internet. The ban affects Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, YouTube, Snapchat, Reddit, Kick, Twitch and TikTok. In its lawsuit filed today (12 December), Reddit claimed that the ban infringes the “implied freedom of political communication” and should be “invalid”. In a statement accompanying the filing, the platform claimed that the law “has the unfortunate effect of forcing intrusive and potentially insecure verification processes on adults as well as minors”. It also said that the law is “inaccurately” applied to the platform. “We’re a forum primarily for adults and we don’t have the traditional social media features the government has taken issue with,” the statement on r/RedditSafety said. Currently, Reddit is still complying with the regulation, which requires the designated platforms to employ measures such as age estimation through facial or voice recognition

WhatsApp has released a holiday update with multiple new features. The update includes missed call messages, voice chat reactions, group call speaker spotlight, Meta AI image improvements, animated photos, a new desktop media tab, cleaner link previews, new Status stickers, and questions on Channels. Calls Missed Call Messages: If a call is not answered, users can now send a voice or video note in one tap, depending on the call type. This replaces traditional voicemails and allows recipients to catch up later. Reactions in Voice Chats: Participants can react during live voice chats without interrupting the conversation, providing quick feedback. Group Call Speaker Spotlight: During video calls, the active speaker is automatically highlighted to make following the conversation easier. Chats Meta AI Image Creation Improvements: WhatsApp’s Meta AI now uses updated models from Midjourney and Flux, enabling higher-quality image generation for chats or Status updates. Animate Images with Meta AI: Photos can now be animated into short videos for chats or Status updates. New Media Tab on Desktop: A dedicated media tab on Mac, Windows, and Web allows users to search documents, links, and media across all chats in one location. Cleaner Link Previews: Link previews have been streamlined to

Updated Dec. 11, 2025, 9:56 p.m. ET Pete Alonso bid adieu to New York and Mets fans in an Instagram post on Thursday night. After Alonso officially left the Mets after seven professional seasons and nine with the organization, the first baseman thanked the city of New York and several people within the franchise in a highlight reel set to his most recent walkup song "Layla" by Derek & The Dominos. The mashup featured his first career home run, historic National League Wild Card-clinching blast and his long ball against the Braves that set the new Mets franchise record, before flashing to a photo of him in an Orioles uniform. Here is what Alonso said in the post: New York, thank you. These last few years have shaped me in ways I’ll carry for the rest of my life. This city demands your best and I’m proud to look back knowing I gave everything I had into earning the privilege of wearing that jersey. I’ve been blessed with incredible teammates, coaches, trainers, staff, and countless people who helped shape me into the player and man I am today. I’m forever grateful for every person who challenged me, supported me and

Plans for Harrogate Town AFC to build a brand new training ground at Wetherby Racecourse will be considered by the council. Leeds City Council has received a formal planning application for the club to set up the proposed £2.75 million facility. The League Two club first announced plans to move its training operation onto land at the racecourse in July. A public consultation was held on the proposals, which include training pitches and a clubhouse. Harrogate Town AFC has submitted a formal application to Leeds City Council to build a brand new £2.75 million training ground at Wetherby RacecourseA design report said: “The proposed training ground represents a significant opportunity to deliver a high-quality sporting facility that will benefit Harrogate Town AFC, grassroots football, schools and the wider community.” A grass pitch and a 3G artificial surface, along with a single-storey building containing changing rooms, a gym, offices and a dining area are planned. The report by architects’ firm Bowman Riley said the project would be in line Football Association and Sport England guidelines.  » Read More

Are you willing to open your Facebook, Instagram or any other personal social media account to get a US tourist visa? This is a question that travellers could face once a proposal by the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is approved, requiring visitors to undergo a review of up to five years of their social media history.  The biggest legal concerns with this proposal are about privacy and free speech, Dubai-based US attorney and legal director of The American Legal Centre, Shai Zamanian, told Khaleej Times. Recommended For You “People worry that the US collecting years of social media posts could expose personal views that have nothing to do with security, and might make travelers feel they have to watch what they say online. Others also question how this information will be stored and whether it actually makes the country (US) safer.” Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.   The US CBP on Tuesday (December 9) filed a plan said to ask US visa applicants for a long list of personal data including social media, email addresses from the last decade, and the names, birth dates, places of residence and birthplaces of parents

The University of South Carolina’s 2026 football schedule has been unveiled, it was announced tonight on the SEC Network. The Gamecocks’ 2026 schedule features nine regular-season SEC contests, with five games at home and four on the road. The schedule also includes non-conference games versus Kent State and Towson as part of the seven-game home slate, and a non-conference road contest at Clemson. After opening the season with three-consecutive home games for the first time since 2014, the Gamecocks will alternate home and road contests throughout the remainder of the schedule. The 2026 schedule features just one open date which will come on week 7 (October 17). As announced on Monday, the Gamecocks will open the season on Sept. 5 by hosting Kent State. Carolina drubbed the Golden Flashes in its only previous encounter, a 77-14 decision in 1995. Kent State finished the 2025 season with a 5-7 mark overall and a 4-4 record in the Mid-American Conference. Week 2 will see the Towson Tigers make their first trip to Williams-Brice Stadium. The Tigers compete in the FCS Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) and posted a 6-6 record in 2025 under head coach Pete Shinnick. The Gamecocks begin their nine-game SEC

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Washington, December 11, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC) Whip Emily Randall (WA-06), Reproductive Freedom Task Force Co-Chair and Liaison Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), and DWC member Kathy Castor (FL-14) led 39 DWC members and House Democrats in a letter to the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) expressing serious concern about their decision to reject the Washington Spirit’s contract agreement with Trinity Rodman. The National Women's Soccer League Players Association (NWSLPA) asserts that the rejection of the contract violates their collective bargaining agreement (CBA) and infringes on free agency rights . Congress maintains an oversight responsibility to ensure employers comply with federal labor law, including the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), which codifies the policy of the United States to promote and protect collective bargaining. Fair treatment of Rodman is not only essential for her case, but for the precedent it sets and for confidence in the NWSL’s governance. All women—including women athletes—deserve fair pay and to be treated well at work. In their letter, the Members explained the historic nature of the NWSL’s CBA: “Following years of advocacy from players and communities, the most recent CBA reached between the NWSL and the NWSLPA marked a historic step forward

Home / calendar Hearing 2167 Rayburn House Office Building f t # e 0 Wednesday, December 17, 2025 @ 12:00 | Contact: Justin Harclerode 202-225-9446 This is a hearing of the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment. Tags: f t # e  » Read More