Three men have appeared before Wolverhampton Crown Court charged with the kidnap and rape of a 13-year-old girl in a case that has shocked the West Midlands. The defendants, aged 20, 19, and 18, are accused of a series of serious sexual offences.
Italian film icon Claudia Cardinale, the radiant star of 1960s cinema, has been forced to deny her own death after a cruel online hoax spread globally. The actress, famed for roles in 'Once Upon a Time in the West' and '8½', is alive and well.
Alaska State Troopers issue urgent nationwide alert for Texas man suspected of abducting a minor, last seen heading south through Canada in a dramatic interstate pursuit.
Boxing legend Ricky Hatton is forced to deny vile online death hoax as false rumours cause panic among fans and the sporting community.
Boxing icon Ricky Hatton has been forced to confirm he is alive and well after a cruel online death hoax spread across social media, causing widespread concern among fans.
US right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk sparks outrage after posting a faked 'assassination' video to promote mental health awareness, with critics slamming the stunt as dangerous and irresponsible.
Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, famed for his role in The Cosby Show, confronts a false online death hoax, assuring fans he is alive and well while addressing the disturbing trend of celebrity death rumours.
Sharon Osbourne has been forced to quash a cruel online death hoax targeting her husband, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, after false rumours spread like wildfire across social media, causing widespread concern among his devoted fanbase.
Author JK Rowling leads backlash against far-left users on Bluesky, the liberal alternative to X, who celebrated commentator Charlie Kirk's false death report. Platform moderators forced to intervene.
American universities plunged into chaos as a coordinated swatting spree triggered mass lockdowns and armed police responses. Campuses from Utah to New York were targeted in a day of terror, now revealed as a malicious hoax.
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel has publicly responded to right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk's bizarre claim that he is 'dead', branding the conspiracy theory 'unhinged' and 'pathetic' in a segment on his show. The bizarre feud erupts over Kirk's promotion
US conservative commentator Charlie Kirk is alive and well, despite a malicious death hoax spreading across social media. Here's everything you need to know about the false rumours and the truth behind them.
US conservative commentator Charlie Kirk has been forced to publicly confirm he is alive after a cruel death hoax spread rapidly across social media platforms, causing widespread concern among his followers.
A New York City EMT faces serious charges after police allege he fabricated a shooting incident in Queens, sparking a large-scale emergency response based on a false claim.
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.
Exclusive: A British kayaker who faked his own death in a bizarre insurance fraud scheme breaks his silence, revealing the immense guilt and regret that led him to turn himself in to police.
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
Paige Fara Williams from Nottingham has been handed a suspended sentence for orchestrating a bomb hoax against Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's charitable foundation, Archewell, in a campaign of malicious communications.
Two British women caught with £2 million of cocaine in Brazil claim a Nigerian witch doctor put them under a spell, in a desperate and outlandish attempt to avoid prison.
The Guardian's review of Mark Ruffalo's new drama 'Task' labels it a profoundly bleak and manipulative viewing experience. This gritty kidnap thriller, centred on a drug-addicted father, is criticised for its unrelenting darkness and emotional exploitatio
Two brothers who worked at a South London chicken shop have been sentenced for their part in the kidnap of Turkish DJ Koray Alpergin, who was later murdered. Read the full court details.
Hollywood tough guy Danny Trejo has taken to social media to angrily shut down false rumours of his death, which were mistakenly spread by his former co-star John Leguizamo. The 81-year-old 'Machete' star is very much alive and has called the viral hoax '
British police, including forces in Norwich and Cleveland, have issued statements confirming they are not dealing with real incidents after a spate of sophisticated hoax calls, known as 'swatting', targeted American cities like Boston and Florida. The for
Fashion icon Giorgio Armani has personally and emphatically denied false rumours of his death circulating online, assuring fans he is in good health and continuing his work.
False rumours about Donald Trump's death spread virally after a misinterpreted tech CEO dinner, highlighting the dangers of misinformation in the digital age.
Fashion icon Giorgio Armani has been forced to publicly confirm he is alive and well after a bizarre hoax about his death spread rapidly across social media, causing alarm among his global fanbase.
The fashion industry was sent into a temporary meltdown after a fake news announcement claimed legendary designer Giorgio Armani had died. The false report, which spread rapidly online, was swiftly debunked by the designer's representatives.
Donald Trump Jr has been forced to quash a malicious online death hoax after a viral video of him golfing proved the conspiracy theories false. The former president's son took to social media to confirm he is very much alive.
An 18-year-old man has been charged with kidnap and possession of an offensive weapon following a police investigation in Westminster. He has been remanded in custody and is set to appear at the Old Bailey.
A Utah woman detained by the FBI over alleged threats to kidnap and assassinate Donald Trump has been released from custody without facing federal charges, raising questions about the investigation.