3 h. ago Explicit video of Charlie Kirk shooting went viral online – because social media made death unavoidable to watch

While legacy media were more restrained in showing graphic footage, it was easily available across X and Meta, writes Andrew Griffin

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6 h. ago Explicit video of Charlie Kirk shooting went viral online, showing how media gatekeeper role has changed

Legacy media were careful in their coverage of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination

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44 h. ago Team USA make early Ryder Cup faux pas with ‘McIlroy’ silhouette t

Navy top carries the slogan ‘USA Ryder Cup 2025’Social media erupted after item went on sale onlineThe United States has produced an early Ryder Cup faux pas after an official t-shirt appeared on sale, featuring a silhouette which bears an uncanny resemblance to Europe’s Rory McIlroy. What on earth was wrong with Scottie Scheffler? McIlroy is the leading name on the European roster to face the US at Bethpage on the final weekend of September.Social media erupted after the item appeared on the US element of the official Ryder Cup shop. Costing $65, the navy Ralph Lauren t-shirt carries the slogan ‘USA Ryder Cup 2025.’ The golfer performing a follow through as the backdrop is almost certainly McIlroy albeit the Northern Irishman shrugged off the bizarre matter at Wentworth on Tuesday. McIlroy suggested the golfer looks more like Adam Scott; which would actually be just as curious, given he is Australian. The PGA of America has been contacted for comment. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago What the ‘is Trump dead?’ rumours reveal about our current moment

Speculation that swirled on social media offered an insight into conspiracy theories online, liberal fantasies and the attention economyThe death of Joseph Stalin took days to become public and remains fodder for conspiracy theories. The death of Donald Trump has spawned countless tweets, TikToks and memes long before it even happens.“How did you find out over the weekend that you were dead?” asked Fox News’s Peter Doocy with tongue in cheek. “Did you see that?” “No,” Trump responded flatly on Tuesday as senators and administration officials gathered around him in the Oval Office shifted their weight and smiled. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Emmerdale star says 'I always knew what he did' as dad jailed for 17 years

Former Emmerdale star Kelli Hollis has finally opened up about her father, a drug supplier who was jailed for 17 years, after social media users tried to 'out' her online

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5 d. ago Gamers are fuelling a truancy spike as young Brit kids skive off school

Young Brits are skipping school and fuelling a fresh truancy crisis by emulating social media stars who became rich playing video games online

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7 d. ago Most parents fear children are being exposed to harmful content online

The Online Safety Act requires social media platforms and search engines to introduce age checks and stronger content moderation

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2 w. ago HSBC and First Direct customers unable to access accounts as banking apps go down

HSBC and its sister bank First Direct are both experiencing issues with their mobile app and online banking on Monday morning as users fume on social media about the inconvenience

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2 w. ago Ibiza Final Boss wows crowds with surprise appearance at Creamfields

He went viral on social media after video circulated online this summer

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3 w. ago Jake Paul breaks silence on controversial Gervonta Davis fight

The YouTuber-turned-boxer's second fight in 2025 has been confirmed and social media sensation was quick to have his say online following the announcement

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3 w. ago M&S shoppers say this £59 suede jacket is 'perfect for autumn'

This M&S Suedette Lightweight Jacket for £59 has been raved about online, with numerous videos on social media from fashionistas claiming they will be wearing it all Autumn long in a series of TikTok's

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3 w. ago Supreme Court allows Mississippi to require age verification for social media as states move to protect children online

At least 12 other states have enacted similar age verification laws, hoping to protect children from online harms

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4 w. ago Social media craze could land drivers with huge fine and penalty points

A motoring expert has urged all drivers not to take part in a social media trend that is regularly spotted online as it could lead to getting into trouble with the law

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