As Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s begins on 10 December, five teenagers share their mixed feelings on the 'delay' policy, its impact on connection, and what they believe the government should do instead.
Hundreds of AI-generated deepfake videos of UK doctors are spreading health misinformation on social media to sell unproven supplements. Full Fact investigation reveals sinister new tactic.
Oxford's 'word of the year' exposes a dangerous trend: AI-generated videos designed to provoke outrage are spreading unchecked on social media, fooling viewers and even news outlets. Learn how to spot the fakes.
Oxford names 'rage-bait' its 2025 word of the year as AI-generated videos fuel hate and misinformation. Discover how fake content manipulates public emotion and drives engagement.
Shocking analysis shows hundreds of thousands of children aged 3-5 are on social media. Experts warn of adult-targeted algorithms and call for urgent action to protect young minds.
Actor Guy Pearce leaves social media after apologising for sharing inaccurate information in posts supporting Palestine. Read his full statement and the fallout.
Buffalo Bills legend Steve Tasker refutes false online death reports on Thanksgiving. The 63-year-old confirms he's 'fine' after bizarre Facebook hoax. Read the full story.
New research reveals excessive social media use is often a habit, not an addiction. Discover the real impact on mental health and why so many feel hooked. Read the full story.
New research finds excessive social media use is often a conditioned habit rather than a true addiction. Discover how this changes responsibility and what it means for UK teens.
Mail Online issues a formal apology and agrees to pay legal costs after falsely accusing Dr Ann Kaplan Mulholland of being rude to a waiter. The report was based on a misleading influencer video.
Mail Online issues a formal apology to Dr Ann Kaplan Mulholland for falsely reporting she was rude to a waiter. The publication has removed the content and agreed to pay legal costs.
Elon Musk's X platform reveals MAGA accounts and Scottish nationalist profiles are actually run from foreign countries including Bangladesh, Nigeria and Iran. Discover the truth behind these political operations.
New research reveals British men over 35 are spending over £2 billion annually on social media wellness trends with little scientific backing. Discover which fads are popular and expert warnings.
George Monbiot reveals how billionaires and media bias create an 'epistemic crisis' sabotaging climate progress. Discover the truth and demand accountability now.
Explosive new claims suggest the BBC circulated false rumours about RUC officers in 1985, raising serious questions about media ethics during the Troubles era.
UK financial regulators investigate coordinated social media campaigns spreading misinformation about bank stability, urging public vigilance against false claims.
Contrary to widespread social media speculation, former US Vice President Dick Cheney is alive and well, with officials confirming the 83-year-old is in stable health despite historical heart issues.
An Australian influencer family has relocated to the UK to circumvent Australia's proposed social media ban for children under 16, sparking debate about digital parenting and regulation.
Major technology platforms and media leaders issue urgent warning to Prime Minister about AI-generated misinformation threatening to undermine UK elections and public trust.
Exclusive investigation reveals how US officials allegedly briefed Fox News with misleading information about Venezuelan military attacks on civilian boats, raising serious questions about media manipulation.
Former New York mayor Bill de Blasio exposed a sophisticated AI-generated fake interview, raising urgent questions about political misinformation and AI ethics in digital media.
Celebrity astrophysicist targeted by sophisticated deepfake promoting debunked flat Earth theory, raising urgent concerns about AI misinformation
The Australian government is debating a controversial proposal to ban social media access for children under 16, sparking intense debate about online safety versus digital rights.
Popular TikTok creator Ben Bader becomes victim of disturbing death hoax falsely linking him to Donald Trump Jr in elaborate online conspiracy theory that's gone viral across social media platforms.
A startling new trend sees Generation Z falling down conspiracy rabbit holes, mixing Jeffrey Epstein with Kubrick's cult classic in dangerous online echo chambers.
Former President Donald Trump's social media platform Truth Social faces scrutiny after running deceptive polling advertisements that critics call misleading propaganda ahead of the 2024 election.
Comedian Rob Schneider faces intense backlash after making unsubstantiated allegations about children's hospitals in a controversial social media post that's been condemned by medical professionals.
French cinema icon Brigitte Bardot breaks silence after viral death rumours sweep social media, confirming she's very much alive and addressing the fake news phenomenon affecting celebrities.
Donald Trump faces online ridicule after sharing bizarre AI-generated video featuring himself, with Kenny Loggins' 'Danger Zone' soundtrack going viral in response. The former president's latest social media controversy highlights growing concerns about A
Renowned primatologist Dame Jane Goodall is alive and well, despite false death rumours spreading across social media. The 90-year-old conservation icon continues her vital environmental work.