UK-Wide X Outage: Platform Crashes for Thousands
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BBC Host Moved as Mum's Fight Leads to 'Jools' Law' After Son's Death
Sally Nugent was visibly emotional interviewing Ellen Roome MBE, whose 14-year-old son Jools died in an online challenge, sparking a new law to help parents access social media accounts.
Sidemen Star Reveals Secret to YouTube Group's 13-Year Success
Sidemen co-founder Ethan Payne explains the surprisingly simple key to the UK YouTube group's decade-long dominance, highlighting friendship and equal pay as crucial factors.
Toxic Parenting WhatsApp Groups Exposed by Celebrities and Fathers
Disney star Ashley Tisdale and a Scottish father reveal the bullying and exclusion in parent WhatsApp groups, where pressure to conform leads to toxic dynamics and confrontations.
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UK Considers Social Media Ban for Under-16s (16.02.2026)
The UK government is launching a consultation on banning social media for under-16s, following pressure from MPs and international moves in Australia and Spain.
Lorna Luxe Takes Social Media Break After Husband's Death
Influencer Lorna Luxe announces a hiatus from social media following the death of her husband John, who played a crucial role in building her million-pound brand.
The Privilege Behind Teen Social Media Ban Calls
As Keir Starmer pushes to ban under-16s from smartphones, critics argue such moves overlook how social media provides vital lifelines for disadvantaged youth, risking further inequality.
Hidden Meanings of Heart Emojis for Valentine's Day
Discover the secret messages behind all 36 heart emojis, from red hearts symbolising love to yellow ones indicating friendship, to avoid misunderstandings this Valentine's Day.
6ft 7in Woman Turns School Bullying into Online Success
Amira Evans, 26, from Bristol, was bullied for her height in school but now embraces it as a superpower with over a million Instagram followers and a thriving online career.
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Social Media Ethics: Is It Time to Log Off for Good?
As platforms like X and Facebook host racism, misogyny, and far-right content, a moral question arises: is it ethical to use social media, and when should users walk away?
Influencers Fuel Record Young Millionaires in UK
A record 1,000 taxpayers under 30 earned over £1 million last year, with social media creators cashing in on booming ad spending that's set to top £1 billion this year.
Books as Dating App Red Flags and Green Flags in Romance
Mentions of reading in Tinder bios are up 29% in the UK, but using books as shortcuts for compatibility risks bias and oversimplification in dating.
Peloton Instructor's Viral Clash Over Offensive Username
Former Peloton fitness coach Kendall Toole discusses her viral moment after berating a user for a racist username during a live class, reflecting on the intense para-social relationships of pandemic-era fitness fame.
BBC Announces Major 10% Cost Cuts Amid Financial Pressures
The BBC is implementing significant cuts, equating to roughly 10% of its costs, as it faces substantial financial pressures over the next three years.
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CBS Producer Quits Over Bari Weiss Revamp Citing Fear
A CBS Evening News producer of four years has resigned, citing 'fear and uncertainty' under new leadership and claiming stories are now evaluated based on ideological expectations rather than journalistic merit.
Prince Harry Addresses Families in Landmark Social Media Lawsuit
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle meet bereaved British families in Los Angeles, supporting a landmark court case against Meta and Google over child safety on social media platforms.
iPhone Users Report 'Green Bubble Ick' as Android Messages Become Dating Dealbreaker
New research reveals iPhone users are judging potential partners based on green Android message bubbles, with 23% calling it a dating dealbreaker in a phenomenon dubbed the 'green bubble ick'.
Washington Post's Decline: Leadership Failure vs. NY Times
The Washington Post is losing millions annually with dwindling subscribers, while the New York Times thrives. This analysis explores how leadership decisions have shaped their divergent paths in digital media.
RichTok Influencer's Valentine's Gift Haul Stuns Viewers
A RichTok influencer has documented the lavish gifts from her husband during Valentine's week, including designer items and luxury tableware, sparking both admiration and envy among followers.
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Prince Harry Speaks to Parents in LA Social Media Trial
Prince Harry fought back tears while addressing British families in Los Angeles who claim their children died due to social media use, as a landmark court case examines platforms' mental health impacts.
CNN Loses Two-Thirds of Primetime Viewers in 10 Years
New Nielsen data reveals CNN's primetime audience has dropped from 1.3 million to 553,000 since 2016, sparking sale rumors despite parent company denials and ongoing digital transformation efforts.
Michael Barrymore's TikTok Revival: TV Star to Gen Z Icon
Comedian Michael Barrymore has reinvented himself as a TikTok sensation, captivating Gen Z with daily videos about his life, shopping trips, and candid moments.
TikTok Gardener's 'Cougar' Fandom Exposed in Documentary
A Canadian gardener who gained TikTok fame with suggestive lip-sync videos to '70s hits is the subject of a new documentary exploring his dark 'cougar' fandom, money exchanges, and fan jealousy scandals.
Make The Guardian Your Top News Source in Google Search
Google's new Preferred Sources feature lets you customise your search results. Learn how to select The Guardian in just a few clicks for more trusted news.
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Valentine's Gifting Series Exposed as Marketing Stunt
Leonora Smee's viral Valentine's Day gift series, presented as romantic gestures from her husband, is actually a planned marketing campaign by her brand consultancy team.
Microdramas: The Bite-Sized TV Revolution
Short-form 'microdramas' lasting 1-15 minutes are booming globally, expected to be worth £21 billion by 2030, with addictive content targeting time-poor viewers.
Influencer Admits Faking Dog Kidnapping Prank
Cyril Schreiner, a French content creator with millions of followers, has publicly apologised after admitting he staged the kidnapping of his famous pug Albert.
Streamer Clavicular Arrested in Arizona Nightclub Incident
Controversial online influencer Clavicular faces multiple felony charges after allegedly using a fake ID and possessing prescription pills at a Scottsdale nightclub, months after a viral livestream controversy.
Netflix Show 'Adolescence' Drives Tighter Internet Safety Rules
A new study reveals over half of parents have tightened online safety measures after watching Netflix's 'Adolescence', with many implementing new rules on screen time and privacy.
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Spencer Barbosa Posts Raw Selfies to Expose Social Media Fakeness
Glam influencer Spencer Barbosa has posted a carousel of makeup-free, unfiltered selfies she calls 'the selfies no one shares online' to show the reality behind curated social media feeds.
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