AI Slop Farms in South Asia Fuel UK Far Right on Facebook
Investigation reveals young entrepreneurs in Sri Lanka and Pakistan using AI to create far-right content on Facebook, profiting from ad revenue and boosting UK Islamophobia.
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How to Get More Mirror Exclusives on Google
Learn how to set The Mirror as a preferred source on Google to see more exclusives and top stories in Search and Discover.
Brianna Ghey's Mother Urges UK to Ban Social Media for Under-16s Without Delay
Esther Ghey urges immediate social media ban for under-16s, criticising government consultation delay as children face harm.
Thanksgiving Highlights Deep Divisions in Polarised America
Thanksgiving highlights deep divisions in polarised US, with politicised tragedies and contentious presidential actions.
The Crunch: Children’s TV, Cuba’s Fuel Crisis, and Singapore Dating
Newsletter covers kids' TV data, Cuba's fuel crisis under US embargo, Australia's fuel supply shift, TikTok child skincare influencers, and Singapore dating survey.
Toddler Skincare Videos on TikTok Exposed as 'Dark and Exploitative' Trend
Guardian investigation reveals toddlers in TikTok skincare videos, raising exploitation concerns and lack of safeguards for child influencers.
Can a Phone Blocking Device End Your Scrolling Habit?
Can a physical phone-blocking device using NFC technology help break the doomscrolling habit? One writer puts it to the test.
The Onion to Lease Infowars in $81,000 Monthly Deal
The Onion plans to lease Alex Jones's Infowars for $81,000 a month, pending court approval, aiming to parody the misinformation platform.
Facebook 'Like' Button Ruined Internet, Experts Warn
The Facebook 'Like' button, launched in 2009, ended chronological feeds and introduced algorithms that prioritised popularity, leading to radicalisation, mental health crises, and calls for social media bans.
Kanye West's Antisemitic Comments Divide Jewish Fans in UK
Kanye West's antisemitic comments have divided his Jewish fans in the UK, with some boycotting his music and others struggling to separate art from the artist.
Facebook and Instagram Restored After Global Outage
Facebook and Instagram suffered a global outage on Wednesday, affecting users in Europe and North America. Services were restored within about two hours.
Fidget spinners and mannequin challenges: Why Gen Z are pining for 2016
Gen Z TikTokers are romanticising 2016 with fidget spinners and mannequin challenges, sparking nostalgia and debate about lost optimism.
Gen Z's Phone Habit Shocks Britain
Poll shows Gen Z regrets social media use, with two-thirds saying it does more harm than good. Parliament to vote on safer phone bill as young people seek real-life connections.
Influencer Blasts Men Wearing Sports Jerseys As Jester
Influencer Clavicular calls sports jersey wearers 'jesters' as looksmaxxing trend targets young men's insecurities, sparking debate over body image and masculinity.
My Month in the Tradwife World: Unpacking Its Appeal
A month exploring tradwife culture reveals its appeal and hidden constraints, from influencer accounts to novels.
Looksmaxxing Influencer Clavicular Charged in Florida Alligator Shooting Incident
Influencer Clavicular charged in Florida for shooting alligator in live stream; faces fine and possible jail time.
Instagram's Algorithm Promotes Nazi Content to Millions, Report Warns
Hope Not Hate report warns Instagram's algorithm promotes neo-Nazi content, enabling far-right recruitment of young people in the UK.
Gay Ice Hockey Drama Becomes Surprise Hit in Russia Despite Ban
Gay ice hockey drama 'Heated Rivalry' becomes surprise hit in Russia despite anti-LGBTQ+ laws, with high ratings on Kinopoisk and illegal streaming.
Spotify Rolls Out Verified Badge to Distinguish Human Artists from AI
Spotify introduces a green checkmark badge to verify human artists and combat AI-generated music on its platform.
Jay Slater's Mother Speaks Out on Online Trolls After Son's Death
Jay Slater's mother Debbie Duncan reveals online trolling made her life a 'living hell' after his death in Tenerife, and launches petition for 'Jay's Law'.
US YouTuber Johnny Somali Jailed in South Korea Over Statue Stunt
American YouTuber Johnny Somali sentenced to six months in prison in South Korea for kissing a 'comfort women' statue in a viral video.
Mogging Culture Targets Teen Boys With Extreme Beauty Standards
Teen boys face extreme beauty standards from magazines and social media, leading to body image issues and eating disorders, warns a parent.
Wrongful Meta Suspensions Leave Small Businesses Struggling
Small businesses report wrongful Meta account suspensions, losing revenue and access to personal data, with appeals often ignored.
Woman's Apology Note to Neighbour Over Party Noise Receives Heartwarming Reply
A woman's apology note to her neighbour for noise at a 21st birthday party receives a heartwarming reply, touching hearts online.
Looksmaxxing Influencer Clavicular Hospitalised After Suspected Overdose
Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular hospitalised after suspected overdose during livestream; career in doubt.
Mother of Teen in TikTok Challenge Death Urges No 10 to Ban Social Media for Under-16s
Mother of teen who died in TikTok challenge urges PM to ban social media for under-16s, citing slow government action.
New York Botanical Garden Blocks Comments After 'Hot' Worker Harassed Online
NYBG blocks comments on posts featuring male horticulturist after hundreds of sexualised remarks from online admirers.
Fragrance TikTok: The Soothing Trend of Scent Mood Boards
TikTok trend sees users creating scent mood boards for abstract concepts, blending nostalgia and fragrance discovery.
Femosphere: The Toxic Online Space Targeting Young Women
Researchers warn of the femosphere, a toxic online space where influencers urge women to reject gender equality and use men for money, mirroring the manosphere.
The Capture finale divides viewers and critics
BBC thriller The Capture finale splits viewers and critics, with praise for its clever plot but disappointment over the ending.
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