Merseyside Police were forced to respond after an American gamer mistakenly believed Southport was hosting a Taylor Swift concert, highlighting the dangers of confusing video games with reality.
New research reveals how photo-editing apps and social media filters are creating a 'false nostalgia' that could distort our genuine childhood memories and impact mental health.
TV presenter Stephen Mulhern opens up about his emotional bond with magic and the cherished memories of his father Christopher, who passed away last year, in an exclusive interview.
Fans and fellow authors celebrate the life and legacy of beloved novelist Jilly Cooper, sharing personal stories of her extraordinary kindness and infectious spirit that touched countless lives.
A Phoenix woman recounts terrifying ordeal after armed US Marshals stormed her home in a case of mistaken identity, pointing rifles at her head during a botched raid.
A rough sleeper's fabricated tale of multiple murders sent police on a wild goose chase, wasting valuable resources and raising serious questions about public safety priorities in Westminster.
Beloved British author Jilly Cooper, 87, has been forced to publicly confirm she is alive and well after a cruel death hoax spread rapidly across social media platforms, causing widespread concern among her devoted readers.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Snapchat's new 'My AI' subscription model threatens user privacy and locks away personal memories behind a paywall, sparking outrage in the digital community.
Romance novelist Dame Jilly Cooper forced to deny false death rumours after malicious hoax circulates online, leaving fans distressed and furious.
Financial powerhouse Nicola Horlick reveals how childhood holidays in the Lake District shaped her life and why this breathtaking region continues to captivate generations of British families.
Australian millennials are experiencing a major wave of nostalgia as the iconic slap bracelets of their childhood make an unexpected comeback, revealing surprising origins that will leave you stunned.
Liverpool Football Club has been forced to deny shocking false claims circulating online that women's team manager Matt Beard has died. The BBC has confirmed it's investigating how the malicious hoax originated.
Renowned primatologist Dr Jane Goodall confronts another death hoax circulating online, prompting heartfelt tributes and celebrity support including from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
False reports of primatologist Jane Goodall's death trigger global concern, with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex among prominent figures paying tribute to the celebrated conservationist who remains very much alive.
A decades-old mystery unravels as authorities discover the child buried in a Surrey cemetery never existed, exposing a web of deception that spanned generations.
Caden Speight's shocking kidnapping claim unravels as police reveal staged ransom demands and fabricated evidence in bizarre Florida case
A quiet Southport street became the centre of a major police incident when a suspicious Amazon package addressed to Taylor Swift prompted fears of a Black Panther threat, leading to an armed response and controlled explosion.
Caden Speight staged his own kidnapping in Virginia, fabricating a dramatic story before being shot in the leg during the elaborate deception.
Mandy Teefey, mother of pop sensation Selena Gomez, has vehemently denied false claims about her daughter's secret wedding in a powerful online rebuttal that's setting the record straight.
French First Lady Brigitte Macron files legal papers alleging American commentator Candace Owens is attempting to profit from spreading false claims about her gender identity ahead of US libel hearing.
Samuel Vasquez, a Jacksonville father, was wrongly imprisoned for over six weeks after police confused him with a different Samuel with the same surname in a shocking case of mistaken identity that highlights systemic failures.
Pop superstar Dua Lipa has issued a fierce denial after a report alleged she fired her long-time agent due to his position on Irish language band Kneecap, calling the story 'completely fabricated'.
A fact-checking deep dive into some of the most bizarre and widely debunked assertions made by the former US President, examining the evidence behind his statements.
The cricket world mourns legendary umpire Dickie Bird as fans worldwide share heartfelt memories and tributes to one of sport's most beloved figures.
Prominent US pastor Robert Jeffress faces widespread condemnation after labelling Catholicism 'demonic' and a 'false religion', drawing rebukes from Catholic leaders and creating tension for Trump's VP pick J.D. Vance.
A Norfolk farmer has been sentenced to prison after orchestrating an elaborate £1.2 million VAT fraud scheme, submitting false invoices for non-existent farming services to HMRC.
Donald Trump has launched a fresh attack on London Mayor Sadiq Khan, falsely claiming he has been 'ousted' despite Khan's historic third-term victory. The former US president's comments have sparked widespread criticism and accusations of misinformation.
Britain's most venomous spider, the False Widow, is surging across the UK in record numbers. Experts warn a 'perfect storm' of warm weather is leading to a rise in painful bites, with severe reactions requiring hospital treatment. Here's how to identify t
Exclusive: A man who falsely confessed to the shooting of right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk has retracted his statement, throwing the high-profile US investigation into confusion and raising serious questions about interrogation methods.
Hollywood icon Robert Redford has been forced to address a cruel online death hoax, confirming to fans that he is alive and in good health. The false rumours spread rapidly across social media, causing widespread concern among his global fanbase.