
The World Tonight
The World Tonight
Meta and YouTube found liable in landmark trial
25 March 2026
38 minutes
Available for 3 days
A California jury has found the social media giants Meta and Google liable for harming a young user's mental health by deliberately making their products addictive. We hear from a former Facebook employee.
Also on the programme: amid talk of peace, many Iranians continue to flee their country. We hear from one who took part in January's bloody anti-regime protests.
And: the BBC has a new director general. Will the appointment from the world of tech help the corporation navigate a changing media landscape?

