The "similar channels" feature (on Telegram) recommended extremist channels even to users browsing subjects such as celebrities or technology, according to a study by the US civil rights organisation the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). 



Study says Telegram app using algorithm that promotes extremist content

Popular instant messaging service Telegram is under scrutiny. Citing a study, a report by BBC on Monday (Dec 16) said that Telegram has been using an algorithm that promotes extremist content.

Police in Boston was gearing up for possible clashes Saturday between "Straight Pride Parade" demonstrators supportive of President Donald Trump and counter-protesters who accuse them of being homophobic and extremist.

Heightened security in Boston for 'pro-straight parade'