South African Minister Nathi Mthethwa Alive: Death Rumours False
South Africa's Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa has been confirmed alive and well after false reports of his death spread across social media, causing widespread concern and confusion.
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Instagram suffers major outage affecting UK users
Millions of Instagram users worldwide experienced service disruption as the platform suffered a major outage, leaving businesses and creators scrambling.
Australia sues TikTok, Instagram over youth mental health
Australia launches landmark legal battle against TikTok and Instagram, accusing them of deliberately addicting children to their platforms while demanding billions in compensation for the mental health damage caused.
Elon Musk's X challenges Australia's social media ban for kids
Elon Musk's X platform demands a pause on Australia's landmark law banning under-16s from social media, citing concerns over its 'lawfulness' and implementation, setting the stage for a major legal and policy clash.
Australia's expanded social media ban targets Reddit, Twitch
The Australian government proposes a major expansion of its social media ban for minors, targeting platforms like Reddit, Twitch, Roblox, and Steam to create a safer online environment for children.
Trump's Truth Social Soars to $6bn Valuation in Market Debut
Shares in Donald Trump's Truth Social parent company surged by as much as 59% in their first day of trading, creating a massive paper fortune for the former president despite the platform's modest revenue.
Instagram's Global Outage: Millions Locked Out of Platform
Meta's Instagram suffered a major worldwide service disruption, leaving millions of users locked out and frustrated. Here's the full breakdown of the technical meltdown.
Australia's Social Media Ban Loophole Exposed for Under-16s
A critical loophole in Australia's new social media age verification law allows minors to easily access harmful content, including gambling and violent far-right material, by simply browsing without an account, experts warn.
Instagram censors plus-size model, sparking global backlash
Instagram is under fire after censoring a post by Italian plus-size model Natascia Maesi for 'violating nudity policies', sparking accusations of body-shaming and discriminatory algorithms. The incident has ignited a global conversation on digital censors
Fake Labubu Alert: How To Spot Counterfeit Dolls
Exclusive guide reveals the tell-tale signs of fake Labubu dolls. Protect your investment and learn the crucial differences between authentic and counterfeit collectibles.
UK Social Care System At Breaking Point - Report Warns
A devastating report reveals Britain's adult social care system is at breaking point, with chronic underfunding and staff shortages leaving vulnerable adults at risk. Experts warn of a 'deepening crisis' requiring urgent government action.
Trump builds far-right tech empire to rival Silicon Valley
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's strategic move to create an alternative tech ecosystem for his supporters, challenging mainstream platforms and reshaping online conservative discourse.
Florida Bans TikTok for Children Under 14
Florida enacts one of America's strictest social media laws, prohibiting children under 14 from using platforms like TikTok and Instagram, mandating age verification, and allowing account deletion.
NYC declares social media a public health hazard for children
New York City takes a landmark stance against tech giants, officially classifying social media as an environmental toxin for young people's mental health.
Eric Abidal Debunks Death Hoax: 'I'm Alive and Well'
Former Barcelona and France defender Eric Abidal has taken to social media to angrily deny false rumours of his death that spread online, confirming he is alive and well.
UK's 'Dupes' Boom: The Dark Side of Fake Luxury Handbags
Exclusive investigation reveals the sophisticated world of counterfeit luxury handbags in the UK, from social media sellers to the legal grey areas duping consumers and designers alike.
Trump's Truth Social Stock Plummets in Market Carnage
Shares in Donald Trump's Truth Social parent company, DJT, have nosedived, erasing billions from its market value and raising serious questions about its long-term viability.
AI-Generated Fake News Inflames UK Migrant Tensions
Exclusive investigation uncovers a network of AI-generated fake news stories, including fabricated claims of 'migrant protests', being used to stoke racial division and community tensions across the UK.
Kickboxer mum fakes cancer to swindle ex in evil scam
A mother-of-four and competitive kickboxer has been exposed for faking a terminal cancer diagnosis to con her former partner out of thousands of pounds in a despicable fraud.
Facebook Singles Pages Exposed: Predators' Playground
A Daily Mail investigation exposes the dark underbelly of Facebook's local singles groups, revealing rampant sexual predation, fraudulent activity, and explicit content targeting vulnerable users seeking companionship.
ABC Star Caught in Fake News Scandal Over Charlie Kirk
An ABC News journalist faces intense scrutiny after falsely identifying a 'straight white conservative' as Charlie Kirk's alleged shooter, in a major breach of editorial standards that has sparked outrage.
Ricky Hatton Denies Death Rumours After Sick Social Media Hoax
Former world champion boxer Ricky Hatton has been targeted by a cruel online death hoax, prompting the Manchester legend to reassure fans he is alive and well. The fake news spread rapidly across social media platforms.
Ricky Hatton Death Hoax: Boxing Legend Debunks Rumours
Boxing legend Ricky Hatton is forced to deny false reports of his death circulating on social media, reassuring fans he is alive and well in a heartfelt video message.
California Bill Mandates Social Media Health Warnings
California lawmakers advance a groundbreaking bill to mandate health warnings on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, aiming to combat the youth mental health crisis. A potential blueprint for the UK?
Mother jailed for Instagram harassment ring targeting teens
A New Jersey mother has been sentenced to eight years in prison for masterminding a sophisticated Instagram harassment campaign that tormented numerous teenagers, including her daughter's peers.
Trump accused of using AI-generated fake image in campaign ad
Former US President Donald Trump faces allegations of deploying artificial intelligence to create a fabricated image of himself with Black voters in a new social media campaign video, sparking widespread criticism and debates about digital ethics in polit
New App Shields Kids From Toxic Social Media Algorithms
A groundbreaking new app, developed with UK government backing, is set to revolutionise child online safety. 'Shield' gives children and parents unprecedented control over social media feeds, muting harmful algorithms to protect young mental health from t
Charlie Kirk Shooting Report Debunked as Malicious Hoax
Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk becomes the latest public figure to be targeted by a malicious online 'death hoax', with false claims of a shooting in Utah spreading rapidly across social media platforms.
Snapchat exposed as hub for open drug dealing
A damning investigation from Denmark reveals how Snapchat's features are being exploited by drug dealers to operate with impunity, raising serious child safety concerns.
Photographer busted for faking Taylor Swift DMs
An Australian photographer's attempt to go viral by fabricating a private message exchange with Taylor Swift has spectacularly backfired, resulting in widespread online ridicule and potential professional repercussions ahead of her anticipated appearance
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