Nigel Farage urged Restore Britain voters to switch to Reform UK after a "disappointing" by-election result in Makerfield. Reform's candidate came second but was far behind winner Andy Burnham. Farage expressed concern over votes lost to Restore and called for unity behind Reform as the main challenger party.
The BBC faces scrutiny after presenter Ashley Cain's alleged misconduct in Las Vegas halted filming for a documentary. This occurred months after the BBC was informed of offensive social media posts by Cain, raising questions about vetting procedures.
El FC Barcelona rindió homenaje a Leo Messi tras su hat-trick contra Argelia, igualando el récord de Klose en Mundiales. El club publicó una imagen con "Leyenda" y un vídeo de todos sus goles con el Barça.
Historic social media posts by TV personality Ashley Cain, allegedly using explicit sexist and misogynistic language towards women, have been unearthed by a newspaper investigation. Comments on his X account referred to women using abusive and sexualized terms, including "slags" and "bitches". The BBC is reviewing social media checks undertaken for Cain's documentary series.
An investigation into the death of Baby Justin raises questions about why an inquest was never held. A One Nation official with a history of racist social media posts is revealed. Locals discuss the impact of a shark attack. Cape Verde shocked Spain in the World Cup.
An investigation into the death of Baby Justin raises questions about why an inquest was never held. A One Nation official with a history of racist social media posts is revealed, and locals react to a shark attack. Cape Verde shocked Spain in the World Cup.
Chinese police have dismantled a months-long smear campaign targeting e-commerce platforms Alibaba and JD.com. Chengdu Xiaoben Culture Media, hired by an unnamed company, allegedly created fake images and false information to harm the platforms' reputations and operations.
Despite a new peace deal, the war on Iran and its ripple effects have normalized conflict, causing widespread hardship, economic upheaval, and collateral damage across the Middle East, with ongoing strikes and unresolved issues threatening lasting peace.
X has repeatedly refused to remove dozens of social media posts containing racist abuse against UK politicians, including Kemi Badenoch and Shabana Mahmood. Researchers found X only acts when posts are reported as illegal under the UK's Online Safety Act, often restricting visibility only within the UK.
Tech reviewer Tom Honeyands lost £70,000 to a phishing scam after fraudsters used details from his social media videos. The scammers, posing as Lloyds bank staff, exploited his travel information and visible banking icons on his computer screen to trick him into verifying fraudulent transactions.
Prospects for an immediate end to the US-Iran war remain uncertain amid conflicting claims about ongoing negotiations. While a senior US official indicated an 80-85% likelihood of an agreement, Iranian news agencies denied full agreement, and President Trump expressed frustration with Iran's negotiating tactics.
Pakistan's PM confirmed a final peace deal text between the US and Iran has been reached, with Pakistan mediating. Iranian FM also signaled progress. President Trump announced cancellation of strikes, citing high-level approval, but conflicting statements on escalating rhetoric and seizing Iranian oil infrastructure persist amid domestic pressures.
Mitie, a key government contractor, is investigating allegations of racism, antisemitism, Islamophobia, and hate speech among staff in UK immigration removal centers. Whistleblowers provided a dossier of offensive comments made at work and on social media.
Anime and manga fans are petitioning Donald Trump to stop using copyrighted characters from popular series like Dragon Ball, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Naruto in social media posts. A petition signed by 20,000 people protests unauthorized use of imagery, with fans citing ethical and copyright concerns.
Polling in Makerfield shows 55% of voters would be less likely to support a candidate with offensive social media posts. Other key findings include strong support for water renationalisation, a wealth tax, and paid bereavement leave.
On the 82nd anniversary of D-Day, NPR's Henry Larson meets Alex Kershaw, a historian who uses live-tweeting to bring the Normandy invasion to life, making the event feel immediate and personal to millions of followers.
The murder trial of Karmelo Anthony, 19, begins Thursday in Texas for the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf, 17, at a track meet in April 2025. Anthony claims self-defense, while prosecutors allege murder. The case has sparked intense public debate.
Donald Trump used Truth Social to attack his New York trial conviction, prosecutors Alvin Bragg and Letitia James, the media, and Hunter Biden. He also claimed to have influenced Benjamin Netanyahu and endorsed conservative candidates.
YouTube creators are increasingly finding success in feature films, particularly in the horror genre. Directors like Kane Parsons (Backrooms), Curry Barker (Obsession), and Markiplier (Iron Lung) have achieved significant box office success in 2026, challenging traditional film school pathways and demonstrating the platform's potential as a training ground.
Hong Kong lawmakers are calling for government intervention in a case where an infant, Danny, is in legal limbo due to parents' refusal of DNA testing for a birth certificate on privacy and religious grounds. The parents are also involved in a custody dispute in Sweden over their daughter Lily.
A United Airlines flight from Newark to Spain turned back mid-flight due to a Bluetooth device named 'BOMB,' triggering a security concern. Passengers were evacuated, and the aircraft inspected before the flight eventually continued.
A retired French couple's social media posts detailing their financial success and criticizing younger generations for lacking effort have gone viral, sparking widespread debate and outrage.
Iran's IRGC, citing Fars News Agency, called Trump's social media posts propaganda, stating no commitments were made regarding Tehran's nuclear program. US officials reportedly advised Iran to disregard Trump's statements.
The article criticizes the mainstream media for its lack of sustained coverage of Donald Trump's alleged "disastrous second presidency," suggesting that his "shocking excesses and corruption" are "priced in" and treated as "Trump being Trump." It highlights specific instances like the "anti-weaponization fund" and the shielding of Trump's tax history, which are downplayed by major news outlets.
