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Irish singer-songwriter CMAT has spoken out against a wave of body-shaming abuse following her performance at Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Sunderland. The 33-year-old described the backlash as “deeply saddening” and called for greater accountability from social media platforms.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s choice of an Arsenal FC-themed kurta for Eid prayers has ignited an international debate on religious attire and sports branding, with reactions pouring in from London to Lahore. The symbolic fusion of football fandom and faith has pushed the boundaries of traditional Eid fashion.
A deep-dive analysis of Donald Trump’s Truth Social posts in 2026 reveals the president’s most active days, peak posting hours, and the content dominating his feed. The patterns expose a dramatic shift in his digital strategy.
Instagram has removed two high-profile betting adverts featuring England captain Harry Kane and Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, ruled irresponsible by the UK’s advertising watchdog. The decision marks a fresh escalation in scrutiny over social media gambling promotions targeting young audiences.
Leading UK medics compare daily social media use to smoking in long-term harm. Study finds 1.2 million British teens face elevated anxiety and depression risks. Chief medical officers urge stricter platform regulations and parental controls.
Parents in southern England are being asked to share insights on their children’s social media and screen time habits in a first-of-its-kind survey. The initiative aims to fill a critical gap in research on paternal perspectives in digital safety.
Labour accuses Reform UK’s Makerfield candidate of sharing controversial online content. The party demands an immediate investigation into alleged inflammatory posts that surfaced ahead of the upcoming by-election.
A London trio has filled stadiums and toured internationally despite no official music release. Their rise defies industry norms and challenges record-label dominance.
Investigations reveal a viral Facebook page targeting UK concerns is operated from overseas with ties to coordinated disinformation campaigns. Evidence points to financing by extremist groups abroad.
Zendaya has dismissed viral AI-generated wedding photos as fake, warning fans they’re misleading. The images spread rapidly across social media, sparking global confusion and renewed debate over AI’s role in media.
A rising wave of Scottish football Ultras is reshaping terrace culture, blending defiance with devotion. From Glasgow’s winter riots to Alloa’s drum circles, their impact—both celebrated and contested—is now under the microscope in a landmark BBC Scotland documentary.
Internal research showed harmful content boosted engagement, but platforms chose to ignore risks. Whistleblowers expose the dark side of the algorithm arms race.