Armed robber to athlete: John McAvoy's redemption
Discover how notorious criminal John McAvoy turned his life around, swapping armed robbery for elite athletics and becoming one of Britain's most inspiring redemption stories.
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Instagram suffers major global outage
Instagram users worldwide reported widespread technical issues on Thursday, with many unable to access feeds, post content, or send messages in what appears to be one of the platform's most significant outages this year.
Silent Florida Bar Livestream Goes Viral on TikTok
A Florida sports bar's 24/7 livestream has become an unexpected TikTok sensation, captivating millions with its completely silent footage of everyday bar life in what viewers are calling 'the most peaceful reality TV show'.
Denmark plans social media ban for under-16s
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announces radical plan to prohibit social media access for children under 16, citing mental health crisis and 'stolen childhoods' in major policy address.
Denmark plans social media ban for under-15s
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announces radical plan to prohibit social media access for children under 15, warning platforms are 'robbing children of their childhood' in major digital wellbeing initiative.
Partiful App: The Hidden Cost of Digital Party Invites
The viral party planning app Partiful is facing scrutiny as experts reveal how our digital invitations come with hidden costs to personal privacy and data security.
South Carolina bishop's CNN lookalike story goes viral
Discover the extraordinary story of Bishopville's Father John, whose uncanny resemblance to a news anchor turned him into an international celebrity overnight.
Instagram Rings: Meta's New Creator Awards System
Meta introduces Instagram Rings, an innovative awards system recognising top creators with exclusive profile features and enhanced visibility on the platform.
Instagram suffers major global outage disrupting millions
Millions of Instagram users were left disconnected as a major platform outage disrupted service across the UK and globally, triggering widespread social media reactions and highlighting our digital dependency.
AI Influencers: Social Media's New Digital Stars
Computer-generated personalities are amassing millions of followers and lucrative brand deals, raising questions about authenticity and the future of social media influencing.
TikTok child accounts can access pornographic content
Shocking investigation reveals TikTok's child safety failures as pornographic material remains readily available to under-13 accounts, sparking urgent calls for regulation.
PNG considers social media age restrictions
Papua New Guinea considers imposing age restrictions on social media platforms, sparking fierce debate between child protection advocates and free speech campaigners.
Instagram suffers major outage affecting thousands
Instagram experienced major technical issues leaving users unable to access feeds, post content, or send messages in widespread outage affecting thousands globally.
Social media posts could get Brits banned from holidays
British travellers are being cautioned about strict new social media rules that could see them denied entry to countries like Spain, Turkey, and Greece for posting inappropriate content.
Colwill Brown wins BBC Short Story Award 2025
Yorkshire author Colwill Brown wins prestigious BBC National Short Story Award 2025 for 'You Cannot Thread a Moving Needle,' celebrated for its authentic regional dialect and emotional depth.
Viral Star's Tesla Party Sparks Neighbour Meltdown
Shocking footage reveals screaming neighbours confronting social media star Celeste after her all-night Tesla party disrupted a quiet London street, with police called to the scene.
Margot Robbie's childhood ant farm chaos revealed
Hollywood superstar Margot Robbie reveals her most outrageous childhood moment - a chaotic ant farm experiment that brought insects crawling through her family home in a hilarious domestic disaster.
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.
NJ Duo's Trash-Picking YouTube Channel Goes Viral
Discover the story of Matt and Jason, the New Jersey duo whose YouTube channel, documenting their extraordinary trash-picking finds, has captivated millions and sparked a viral sensation across the pond.
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
Hospital patient's window discovery stuns staff and goes viral
A patient at a UK hospital made an astonishing discovery from his window that sparked a massive social media frenzy and left medical staff in disbelief.
The Guest: British Hostage's 4-Year Ordeal in Coldwater
The shocking true story of Michael, a British man held captive for four years in a remote American town, is now a major new ITV drama. Discover the incredible tale of survival and the psychological battle he endured.
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.
Howling Madness: Woman's Doorbell Blunder Goes Viral
A simple doorbell mix-up led to a viral sensation as a woman accidentally ordered 100 dog howlers, sparking a chorus of canine chaos across Britain.
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