44 m. ago UK porn traffic down since beginning of age checks but VPN use up, says Ofcom

Visitor numbers to UK’s 10 most-visited services have settled at a ‘lower level’ than before 25 July, report findsTraffic to pornography websites in the UK has fallen in the wake of age checks being introduced this year while use of specialist software to dodge viewing restrictions has increased, according to the communications watchdog.Ofcom said the enforcement of age vetting on 25 July led to an immediate fall in visits to popular online porn publishers, including the most visited provider in the UK, Pornhub. Continue reading...

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42 h. ago Baby review – an astute portrait of queer Brazilian hustlers lost in the system

Abandoned by his parents and fresh out of juvenile prison, the wide-eyed Wellington meets a charismatic hustler on the restless streets of São PauloChannelling the urban restlessness and vibrancy of São Paulo, Marcelo Caetano’s bracing drama centres on those who live on the fringes of an ever-changing metropolis. Fresh out of juvenile prison, 18-year-old Wellington (João Pedro Mariano) finds himself at a crossroads; abandoned by his parents, the wide-eyed young man finds solace in the arms of others. On an evening out with his rowdy group of queer and non-binary friends, Wellington crosses paths with Ronaldo (Ricardo Teodoro), a hunky, charismatic hustler more than twice his age. Bathed in the flickering glow of a neon-lit porn cinema, their first meeting is sensuous and erotic, with an edge of danger. Ronaldo quickly introduces Wellington to the shadowy world of sex work and drug dealing.Caetano depicts Wellington’s new life of crime with tender empathy rather than as a sensational...

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5 d. ago American bloke sparks 'international incident' by eating British snack the wrong way

British viewers were left stunned after an American influencer devoured a popular UK treat in shocking fashion. The man, known as Russ, later issued an apology after sparking an "international incident"

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6 d. ago M&S shopper shows off Christmas table treat but fans spot 1 major issue

Marks and Spencer has restocked a well-loved Christmas item to add to your 2025 dining table - but some people believe there's an obvious issue with the popular item

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3 w. ago Porn age ban causes serious health issue in young men – and how to treat it

EXCLUSIVE: An age restriction ban on all adult content has left many without access and a medical expert has revealed that this could be a cause in a serious health issue for young men

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3 w. ago Kirsty Gallacher says brain tumour is 'growing very fast' in worrying health update

Kirsty Gallacher has revealed that her brain tumour is 'growing very fast' as she shared a heartbreaking health update. She was handed a six-month driving ban for speeding

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3 w. ago Ore Oduba reveals new meaningful tattoo after going public with porn addiction

Former Strictly star Ore Oduba has unveiled a new inking - just days after courageously going public about the porn addiction which had plagued him since the tender age of nine

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3 w. ago Kirsty Gallacher says brain tumour is ‘growing very fast’ in heartbreaking health update

The TV star has revealed that her brain tumour is 'growing very fast' in a heartbreaking update about her health after receiving a driving ban in court over speeding

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3 w. ago Ofcom uses 'AI technology' on Brits trying to get around the porn age restriction ban

Ofcom has sparked privacy fears as it admits to secretly using AI-powered tools from an unnamed third party to monitor VPN usage across the UK, after new porn laws failed to block access

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