It’s YouTube v. Netflix as the Streaming Wars Come Down to 2

The two giant video companies have far different strategies, but the same goal: controlling your TV set.

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Man Who Decapitated Father and Displayed Head on YouTube Gets Life in Prison

Justin Mohn, 33, of Levittown, Pa., was convicted on murder and terrorism charges in the 2024 killing of his father, Michael.

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Can Australia Pull Off Barring Children From Social Media?

A law that restricts social media use to people 16 and over goes into effect in December, but much about it remains unclear or undecided.

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YouTube Pirates Are Cashing In on Hollywood’s Summer Blockbusters

More than a decade after the platform cracked down on copyright infringement, thousands of unlicensed movies, TV shows and live sports are available.

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Is Mostafa Asal, Squash World Champion, Testing The Rules, or Cheating?

Even Mostafa Asal’s coach admits his player sometimes goes too far. But an anonymous YouTuber is crying foul play, with videos to make the point.

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It’s Official: Streaming Is Now the King of TV

In May, more Americans watched television on streaming than on cable and network television combined, Nielsen said. It is the first time that has happened over a full month.

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YouTube Loosens Video Content Moderation Rules

The world’s largest video platform has told content moderators to favor “freedom of expression” over the risk of harm in deciding what to take down.

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How a 3D-Printed Rifle Ended Up in the Middle of the Baltic Sea

A remote island chain offers an example of how firearms technology nurtured in the United States spreads among enthusiasts.

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For These New Yorkers, Brutal Apartment Hunts Make Good Content

Creators are documenting their searches on YouTube, giving viewers advice, a window into city life and sometimes a dose of schadenfreude.

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YouTube Releases Its Ranking of Top Podcasts in the U.S.

YouTube, now the most popular platform for consuming podcasts, is introducing a chart ranking shows by watch time.

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