7 h. ago Russian recruitment advertisement appears on Chinese social media inviting men to ‘show strength’

A recruitment video from Russia's Defense Ministry has circulated on Chinese social media, showing men leaving their jobs to fight.

Politics

3 d. ago Budget approved to protect and enhance health and social care in North Lanarkshire

The budget approval forms a key part of the Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) for 2025-2028, which was also approved by the IJB, reinforcing a positive and proactive approach to financial planning.

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3 d. ago Elon Musk suffers abysmal approval rating... as DOGE nerds trigger Social Security cyber crash

Washington was rocked last week amid reports that President Donald Trump's 'first buddy' Elon Musk was heading out the door.

Events

6 d. ago Urgent warning issued after TikTokers reveal how to steal Lime bike batteries to make illegal upgrades

Several posts (pictured) on the social media app tell viewers how to remove the batteries from the popular electric bikes, available to rent out in cities across the UK, and get around their safety features.

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8 d. ago Trump fires three national security staffers after meeting with far

Loomer reportedly presented Trump with opposition research on national security council officials at Oval OfficeFollow US politics liveLaura Loomer, a far-right conspiracy theorist and Islamophobic former Republican congressional candidate banned from Uber, Paypal and some social media platforms has apparently been successful in pushing the White House to fire national security staffers for disloyalty.The New York Times first reported that Loomer, famous for promoting racism and 9/11 conspiracy theories, was spotted in a meeting on Wednesday where she reportedly presented Trump with opposition research on national security council officials during a 30-minute Oval Office meeting. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Kanye West appears to confirm Bianca Censori left him after disturbing social media rants

Rapper is infamous for spewing hateful messages on X and Instagram

Politics

9 d. ago Marco Rubio orders diplomats to search social media accounts of student visa applicants

New instructions could prompt foreign citizens to self-censor to avoid scuppering their chances of acquiring a visa

Politics

9 d. ago Glum Justin Bieber surfaces in bizarre outfit after wife Hailey's 'unfollowing' drama

Speculation about trouble in paradise has only intensified in recent weeks, fueled by Justin's increasingly disheveled appearance and his candid social media posts about 'anger issues'.

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1 week ago Coronation Street star Samia Longchambon shares rare post from daughter after 'first' of the year

The actress has previously explained why her daughter Freya often doesn't appear on her social media

Politics

1 week ago Twitter is DOWN: Thousands of users report issues with X newsfeed

Twitter is down as thousands of users report issues with their newsfeed on the social media app.

Politics

1 week ago Immigration officials look to collect social media handles from those seeking benefits. Is this new?

U.S. immigration officials are asking the public and federal agencies to comment on a proposal to collect social media handles from people applying to benefits such as green cards or citizenship, to comply with an executive order from President Donald Trump

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1 week ago Hawk Tuah girl Haliey Welch 'suspended on X' after being cleared of crypto scam

The ‘Hawk Tuah girl’ Haliey Welch has been suspended from social media app X - it comes after she was cleared in an investigation into her crypto meme coin $Hawk

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1 week ago US issues broad order to consulates to vet student visas over ‘terrorist activity’

State department shares new standard for denials based on social media posts, financial donations and membershipsThe United States has ordered consular offices to significantly expand their screening processes for student visa applicants, including through comprehensive social media investigations, to exclude people they deem to support terrorism.A state department cable from 25 March, obtained by the Guardian, describes a new standard for visa denials based on a broad definition of what constitutes support for “terrorist activity”. The directive states that “evidence that an applicant advocates for terrorist activity, or otherwise demonstrates a degree of public approval or public advocacy for terrorist activity or a terrorist organization” can be grounds for visa rejection. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago BREAKING: Twitter down as X users can't access Elon Musk's app or website in their thousands

Thousands of Twitter/X users have reported being unable to access Elon Musk's social media app and website - This is a breaking news story, please refresh for updates

Technology

2 w. ago Twitter down as X users can't access Elon Musk's app or website in their thousands

Thousands of Twitter/X reported being unable to access Elon Musk's social media app and website this evening - users complained of not being able to access the social media app from 7pm

Technology

2 w. ago Female solo traveller shares genius trick to prevent being harassed

An experienced female traveller has taken to social media platform Reddit to share her unique approach to staying safe when holidaying alone as a woman.

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2 w. ago Social Security Administration backtracks on some ID requirements after backlash

The Social Security Administration said Wednesday that people applying for Social Security Disability Insurance, Medicare, or Supplemental Security Income who are not able to use agency’s online portal, can complete their claim entirely over the phone instead of at an office

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2 w. ago A Merthyr social club wants to open until half past midnight

Merthyr Vale and Aberfan Social Democratic Club has applied for a new premises licence covering opening hours, the sale of alcohol and the playing of indoor music

Politics

2 w. ago Scots teenager missing for over 24 hours as cops launch appeal

Police Scotland shared an appeal on its social media.

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2 w. ago Instagram and Facebook DOWN as users can't post comments or load social apps

Hundreds of complains flooded downdetector shortly after 12:30pm, with the majority of users saying they're unable to load Instagram comments or post to both apps

Technology