Two Australian social media stars face international backlash after filming themselves damaging 13th-century Duntulm Castle on the Isle of Skye, prompting calls for prosecution from heritage authorities.
Leading dietitians challenge fitness influencer Joe Wicks' viral protein bar experiment, calling it misleading and potentially harmful to public understanding of nutrition.
Exclusive insight into the bitter rift dividing Melbourne's elite social circles as former friends Bec Judd and Nadia Bartel engage in a silent war of allegiances and social snubs that has everyone choosing sides.
Facing an alarming exodus of young male supporters, the Democratic Party is turning to social media stars and gaming influencers in a radical digital strategy overhaul ahead of the US election.
Social media stars Indy Clinton and Anna Paul have set alarm bells ringing among their followers after sharing a series of mysterious posts hinting at potential drama, leaving fans scrambling for answers about their friendship status.
Social media influencers Jett and 'Pookie' are under fire after posting a controversial holiday video featuring their infant daughter that viewers claim caused them 'second-hand anxiety' and raised serious child safety concerns.
Computer-generated personalities are amassing millions of followers and lucrative brand deals, raising questions about authenticity and the future of social media influencing.
After months of swirling speculation, AFL star Bailey Smith and fitness influencer Tammy Hembrow have made their relationship Instagram official, sending fans into a frenzy.
A bitter public feud has exploded between conservative media titans Candace Owens and Megyn Kelly, exposing deep ideological rifts and personal animosity within the right-wing commentariat. The clash, played out on social media and podcasts, centres on ac
Residents of America's Northeast are up in arms as swarms of social media influencers disrupt their tranquil autumn, trampling private property and causing chaos in the pursuit of the perfect fall foliage photo.
Shocking footage captures the moment a dinner between Chinese social media stars in Brisbane descends into a violent melee, with chairs thrown and allegations of infidelity sparking the chaos.
Former The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner has launched a blistering attack on the current crop of Big Brother contestants, branding them 'wannabes' and declaring the iconic show has lost its authenticity in the era of social media fame.
A promotional event by French influencers Fast Food Fights spiralled into violent chaos in Paris, as a crowd of 3000 clashed with riot police over free fried chicken, leading to multiple arrests.
Indigenous actress Elaine Crombie condemns social media influencers for illegally climbing Uluru, branding the act a profound disrespect to Aboriginal culture and sacred law.
Exclusive investigation reveals TikTok's stealth campaign to lure top European influencers from its London base to a new, secretive office in Madrid, raising eyebrows over data and influence.
Exclusive: A renowned designer and close associate of King Charles III declares a ban on 'nepo babies' and fame-hungry influencers from London Fashion Week, citing a commitment to authentic talent over inherited privilege.
A British social media influencer is challenging conventional norms by proudly showcasing her marriage to a husband significantly shorter than her. Discover how this couple is redefining relationship goals and promoting body positivity.
Discover The Independent's definitive ranking of the 100 most powerful and impactful leaders in Britain's climate sector, from policymakers to green innovators shaping our sustainable future.
The US Open faces a furious backlash as fans and critics compare its ticket prices and influencer-heavy atmosphere to the Coachella festival, questioning the soul of modern sport.
The idyllic village of Bourton-on-the-Water, the 'Venice of the Cotswolds', is pleading with social media influencers to stop promoting it after a tidal wave of tourists, sparked by viral TikTok videos, overwhelms its infrastructure and disrupts local lif
Social media sensations Megan and Harry hosted an engagement party of epic proportions, transforming a venue into a cinematic wonderland that left their 150 guests utterly spellbound.
Social media stars are under fire for a controversial brand trip to Australia's iconic Uluru, with critics slamming the event as culturally insensitive and disrespectful to Indigenous traditions at the sacred monolith.
Controversial Indian social media figures are accused of orchestrating fake anti-immigration rallies in Sydney and Melbourne, sparking outrage and official investigations into their visa status.
Exclusive: Reece Hawkins, former partner of fitness influencer Tammy Hembrow, has moved on with new girlfriend Kelly. Discover how they're navigating co-parenting and building a new life together.
A new Queensland government report urges a radical shift in crisis communications, advocating for trusted social media influencers and TikTok to combat dangerous misinformation during floods and cyclones.
Exclusive investigation uncovers the stark pay disparities in the UK influencer market. Discover what content creators really earn on Instagram and TikTok, from nano-influencers to mega-stars, and why transparency is shaking the industry.
A new breed of impossibly beautiful, entirely fictional digital personas is amassing millions of followers and lucrative brand deals, raising profound questions about reality, authenticity, and the future of human influence online.
A startling new report reveals how young girls are being targeted by 'toxic' beauty influencers promoting extreme procedures, while boys fall under the spell of Andrew Tate's misogyny, creating a mental health crisis in Generation Z.
An exclusive investigation uncovers the shocking double lives of Britain's wellness influencers and celebrities, who publicly preach clean living while secretly chain-smoking, raising serious questions about authenticity in the health industry.
Two social media stars faced a costly lesson after a promotional burger tasting stunt at a London drive-thru ended with their luxury car being written off in a freak accident.