AI deepfakes of doctors used to promote unproven health supplements on social media
Fact-checkers uncover hundreds of AI deepfake videos on TikTok impersonating doctors to sell unproven health supplements.
Category : Social
Australian influencer family flees to UK over child social media ban
Australian influencer family 'The Empire Family' relocates to London to escape under-16 social media ban, protecting daughter's career.
Influencer Defends Funeral Photos After Daughter's Suicide
British influencer Sophie-May Dickson defends sharing funeral photos after daughter Princess's suicide following online bullying on Tattle Life.
'Cold approachers' targeting women on UK streets, experts warn
Men film unsolicited approaches to women in public for online content, raising consent and safety concerns among experts.
Meta's New Smart Glasses: A Privacy Disaster?
Meta and Ray-Ban launch smart glasses with always-on camera, raising major privacy and surveillance concerns. Experts warn of misuse for non-consensual recording.
Nepal PM Resigns After Deadly Gen Z Protests Over Social Media Ban
Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli resigns after Gen Z protests over social media ban leave 19 dead; parliament set alight, army deployed.
Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram Restored After Major Outage
Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram restored after a six-hour global outage affecting millions; no data compromise reported.
Tucker Carlson Tells Critics to 'Buzz Off' Over Nick Fuentes Interview
Tucker Carlson defends his friendly interview with Nick Fuentes, telling critics to 'buzz off' during a SiriusXM broadcast with Megyn Kelly.
Elon Musk Faces Legal Inquiry in Brazil Over X Court Order Dispute
Elon Musk faces a Brazilian Supreme Court inquiry after defying an order to block far-right accounts on X, escalating a dispute over free speech and regulation.
Meta Apps Hit by Major Outage: WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook Affected
WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook suffered a major outage on Wednesday evening, affecting thousands of users globally. Meta has resolved most issues.
Hollywood and Media Layoffs Continue as Industry Faces Multiple Crises
A roundup of recent layoffs across Hollywood and media, including Microsoft, Meta, BBC, Disney, and others, amid ongoing industry challenges.
Modern etiquette: 19 common social faux pas and how to avoid them
19 modern etiquette mistakes including smartwatch use, voice notes, and social media faux pas, with solutions for better manners.
Study: Instagram Use Is Habit, Not Addiction
Study finds excessive Instagram use is habit, not addiction, with only 2% showing true addictive symptoms.
Hugh Grant Supports Social Media Ban For Under 16s
Hugh Grant and Esther Ghey sign letter backing under-16s social media ban, urging party leaders to support amendment 94a.
Netflix Denies Simplifying Plots For Second Screen Viewing
Netflix denies claims it simplifies scripts for second-screen viewers, as writers defend the platform against accusations of dumbing down TV.
Woman's Name Cassandra Blocked as Offensive Online
A woman named Cassandra says her name is often blocked by websites as offensive because it contains a swear word. She and others share similar experiences, highlighting the 'Scunthorpe Problem'.
Social Media ‘Not Safe’ for Teenagers, New Report Warns
World Happiness Report warns social media platforms are dangerous for teens, citing evidence of direct and indirect harms like cyberbullying and depression.
Louis Theroux's Manosphere Documentary Leaves Parents Terrified
Louis Theroux's documentary 'Inside The Manosphere' terrifies parents, drawing comparisons to 'Adolescence' as it explores online misogyny's impact on boys.
Scottish TikToker of the Year 2025 Revealed
Kenny Boyle, known as @kennyboyleofficial, has been named Scotland's most influential TikToker of 2025 by PR agency Spey, with an engagement rate of 24.77%.
Faulty Phone Charger Electrocutes Woman in NSW Home
A woman dies after being electrocuted by a faulty $4.99 phone charger in NSW, prompting warnings from authorities about cheap, unapproved USB chargers.
Molly Russell's Friends Reveal Survivor Guilt Over Social Media Death
Friends of Molly Russell, 14, who died after viewing harmful social media content, speak of survivor guilt at inquest.
Advertisers Flee Kyle and Jackie O Show Amid Activist Pressure Over ‘Violent Misogyny’
Major advertisers quit Kyle & Jackie O Show after activist campaign accuses it of normalising violent misogyny; AMP, Bendigo Bank, Flight Centre and Australian Super pull ads.
Banning social media made my children happier
Psychotherapist Anna Mathur banned social media at home, leading to calmer moods and stronger family bonds. Her kids now see her relaxed and present.
Mumsnet Calls for Under-16s Social Media Ban with Cigarette-Style Health Warnings
Mumsnet launches campaign for under-16s social media ban with cigarette-style health warnings, citing mental health risks.
Australia's eSafety Watchdog Urges Social Media to Shield Children from Kirk Shooting Footage
Australia's eSafety watchdog asks social media to protect children from graphic footage of Charlie Kirk's shooting, with platforms urged to apply warnings.
Ex-Infowars Staffer Admits Fabricating News for Alex Jones
Former Infowars staffer Josh Owens admits fabricating news, including a fake IS border crossing video, for Alex Jones's conspiracy empire.
Nepal PM Resigns After Deadly Protests Over Social Media Ban
Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli resigns after deadly protests over social media ban leave 19 dead; Gen Z movement targets corruption.
Channel 4 strikes deal to air 1,000 hours of hit shows for free on YouTube
Channel 4 agrees deal with YouTube to offer 1,000 hours of free programming, targeting young audiences and reducing TV ad dependency.
Fox News Tops September Ratings as CNN and MSNBC Suffer Major Declines
Fox News leads September ratings with growth, while CNN and MSNBC see sharp declines in viewership across all key metrics.
At Least 19 Killed in Nepal Protests Over Social Media Ban
At least 19 killed in Nepal protests against social media ban; police use live ammunition; home minister resigns; UN calls for investigation.
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