Instagram users will now see COVID-19 information on Stories and Feed
4 years, 8 months ago

Instagram users will now see COVID-19 information on Stories and Feed

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The new feature is part of Instagram’s ongoing work to connect users with accurate information. Instagram users will now be able to see Stories related to COVID-19 from credible health organisations they follow. “Starting today, we’ll bring Stories related to COVID-19 from credible health organisations you follow closer to the top of your tray. This is part of our ongoing work to connect people with accurate information, and we’ll be rolling out a similar solution for Feed next week,” Instagram’s comms tweeted on 5 May.

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From enhanced DM to extended limits, top new Instagram features rolled out in 2024

India TV News  

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1 year, 5 months ago

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The Independent  

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1 year, 5 months ago

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Associated Press  

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3 years, 6 months ago

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News 18  

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3 years, 11 months ago

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News 18  

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4 years ago

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ABP News  

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4 years, 5 months ago

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LA Times  

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Instagram will now add Covid-19 related information to Stories
4 years, 8 months ago

Instagram will now add Covid-19 related information to Stories

India Today  

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4 years, 9 months ago

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Firstpost  

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Instagram will now let you share and browse posts while you are on video chat
4 years, 9 months ago

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Firstpost  

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4 years, 11 months ago

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India TV News  

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5 years, 3 months ago

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Huff Post  

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Firstpost  

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