But despite their prevalence, people are only just realising what one popular character really means. The emoji in question ...

Opinion editor Matthew T. Hall writes there are certain conversations to have with emojis and abbreviations — and others to have on secure lines of communication. Take his latest family text thread, ...

National Security Advisor Michael Waltz 's fist, American flag and fire emoji combo (👊🔥🇺🇸) response to strikes on Yemen ...