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Trump Falsely Accuses Starmer of Letting Hamas Into UK

Former US President Donald Trump launches a stunning attack on Sir Keir Starmer, falsely claiming the Labour leader allowed Hamas militants into the UK. The incendiary remarks spark a fierce political backlash and accusations of dangerous misinformation.

Cairns Measles Outbreak: Health Alert Issued

Queensland Health declares public health alert after multiple measles cases confirmed in Cairns and the wider region. Urgent warnings issued for specific locations as health authorities race to contain the outbreak.

Kerry Katona slams 'disgusting' AI deepfake video scam

Kerry Katona erupts after a viral AI-generated video depicts her endorsing a controversial weight loss product. The furious star condemns the 'disgusting' deepfake, warning her fans about the dangers of digital impersonation.

Town Fury Over $22k Giant Eggplant and Peach Statues

Westminster, Maryland, faces a fierce public backlash after the local council approved $22,000 for controversial giant sculptures of an eggplant and a peach, sparking a heated debate about fiscal responsibility and public art.

Trump aide's bizarre Biden 'body double' conspiracy theory

Donald Trump's former press secretary, Kayleigh McEnany, has sparked outrage by promoting a baseless conspiracy theory that President Joe Biden uses a body double, drawing widespread condemnation and accusations of dangerous misinformation.

Charlie Kirk Investigated Over Alleged Malicious Meme Campaign

US conservative activist Charlie Kirk is under Metropolitan Police investigation for allegedly orchestrating a coordinated meme campaign targeting UK political figures, raising serious questions about foreign interference in British democracy.

White House Condemns Charlie Kirk's 'Edited' Biden Video

White House officials have launched a fierce rebuttal against conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's viral claims about President Biden. The escalating row, centred on a selectively edited video, raises questions about misinformation and political discou

Anti-Vax Data Linked to Falling UK Vaccination Rates

Exclusive: New NHS data reveals a worrying link between online misinformation and falling vaccination rates. Health leaders demand urgent government action to counter the spread of dangerous falsehoods.

Social Media Driving Health Misinformation in UK

Groundbreaking research from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine exposes how social media algorithms are driving dangerous health misinformation, eroding public trust in the NHS and scientific institutions across the UK.

Public Officials Face Jail in New UK Misconduct Law

A landmark new bill will introduce criminal sanctions, including imprisonment, for public officials who breach official codes of conduct, marking the UK's toughest-ever anti-corruption measure.

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.

Right-Wing Media’s Systematic Assault on US Journalism Exposed

A damning new report reveals how a powerful network of right-wing news outlets, led by figures like Steve Bannon and Charlie Kirk, is systematically eroding trust in mainstream journalism and democratic institutions across the United States.

WA's Double Public Holiday Bonanza After AFL Win

Western Australia's Premier Mark McGowan gifts Perth and Peel residents two surprise public holidays following the West Coast Eagles' historic AFL Grand Final victory, sparking celebration and economic debate.

Trump's Debunked COVID Vaccine Claim Sparks Fury

Former US President Donald Trump faces a fierce backlash from medical experts and fact-checkers after making a baseless claim that COVID-19 vaccines are causing 'millions of deaths'.

YouTube bans Charlie Kirk for election misinformation

YouTube has permanently banned prominent right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk's channel for repeated violations of its election integrity policies, sparking debate over free speech and platform regulation.

Wild Conspiracy Theories Swirl After Charlie Kirk Shooting

A bizarre web of conspiracy theories engulfs the shooting of right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk. From assassins' private jet escape to secret hand signals, we investigate the unfounded claims spreading like wildfire online.

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