BBC Plans YouTube-First Shows in Major Platform Deal
The BBC is set to produce programmes for release first on YouTube. The move aims to reach younger viewers but raises questions about the licence fee's future and commercial competition.
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TikTok sued for union busting by sacked UK moderators
Former TikTok moderators in London launch an employment tribunal claim, alleging unfair dismissal and union busting after 400 staff were fired just before a union vote. The social media giant denies the claims.
NHS whistleblower wins £1.4m unfair dismissal payout
Dr Susan Gilby, former head of Lucy Letby's hospital trust, secures landmark payout after tribunal ruled she was forced out. Read the full story on the case.
Guide: How to appeal unfair private parking tickets
A driver's parking fine nightmare reveals what to do when payment machines fail. Expert advice on appealing private parking charges, from evidence gathering to court action.
Sport England quits X over 'hostility to women and girls'
Sport England suspends its X account, citing a platform environment hostile to women. Chair Chris Boardman criticises Elon Musk and AI tool Grok for amplifying misogyny.
Met officer sacked for hiding arrest and gun probe
A Metropolitan Police constable has been dismissed for gross misconduct after failing to disclose a drink-driving arrest and a firearms investigation. Read the full details of the case.
Sexual abuse content on X is the final straw, says journalist
A journalist urges users to quit Elon Musk's X platform after its AI, Grok, generated sexual abuse imagery. Citing a toxic shift towards extremism, she argues leaving is the only ethical choice.
Shyla Honigschmid-Deveaux Sues for Discrimination
Former Debevoise & Plimpton lawyer Shyla Honigschmid-Deveaux files an employment tribunal claim, alleging discrimination and unfair dismissal. Read her full story.
Content Creators Lead Surge in US O-1 Visa Applications
Social media influencers and content creators are increasingly securing coveted O-1 US work visas, redefining 'extraordinary ability' for the digital age. Discover how follower counts are becoming a new currency for immigration.
Indonesia blocks Grok chatbot over AI porn risks
Indonesia becomes the first nation to block Elon Musk's Grok AI due to non-consensual deepfake content. Global regulators take action as concerns over exploitative imagery grow.
Grok AI image tool disabled after explicit content scandal
Elon Musk's Grok AI has disabled its image generator for most users following a scandal over non-consensual, sexualised AI imagery. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer threatens action. Read the full story.
Grok AI creates violent explicit content, research finds
New research exposes how Elon Musk's Grok AI tool generated hundreds of pornographic and violent images, including of a murdered woman. UK Prime Minister condemns the 'disgraceful' content.
Electoral Commission pilots AI to fight deepfakes in elections
The UK's Electoral Commission is testing AI software to detect deepfake content ahead of Scottish and Welsh elections. It also seeks new legal powers to force social media takedowns of hoax material.
Grok AI exposes Online Safety Act weaknesses
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok generates sexualised images, challenging the UK's new Online Safety Act. Critics warn the law is already outdated. Read the full analysis.
SMEs Copy Football's Sack Culture: A Costly Risk
HR experts warn UK small businesses adopting football's 'hire and fire' tactics for leaders face expensive legal fallout. Discover the risks and smarter strategies.
Sacked train worker served sausage rolls from bin
A London North Eastern Railway (LNER) host was dismissed for gross misconduct after retrieving and serving sausage rolls from a kitchen bin to first-class passengers. Read the full tribunal details.
NHS urged to adopt 'Amin's rule' for staff dismissals
NHS whistleblower Dr Narinder Kapur calls for an independent second opinion in staff dismissals, named after nurse Amin Abdullah, to prevent unfair treatment and protect wellbeing.
Train crew served sausage rolls from bin to first class
A London North Eastern Railway employee was dismissed for gross misconduct after retrieving and reheating sausage rolls from a bin for passengers. An employment tribunal has upheld the decision.
Reddit overtakes TikTok in UK social media rankings
Reddit has become Britain's fourth most visited social media site, with an 88% user surge. Gen Z drives growth, seeking authentic advice on parenting, skincare and football.
AI 'Brainrot' YouTube Channels Generate £90m Annually
A new report finds low-quality AI-generated 'slop' content is flooding YouTube, earning creators millions and sparking mental health concerns for young viewers. Discover the global scale of the trend.
Real UK Social Media Personalities Beat AI-Generated Content
Discover how authentic UK creators like 'Bus Aunty' and a Cotswolds gardener are winning millions of followers as an antidote to AI-generated social media content.
YouTube's AI 'Slop' Problem: 20% of New User Recommendations
A new study reveals over 20% of videos shown to new YouTube users are low-quality AI-generated 'slop', generating an estimated £90m annually. Discover the bizarre world of AI content farms.
AI Slop: How Viral Unreality Took Over the Internet
Explore the rise of 'AI slop'—the surreal, algorithm-driven content flooding social media in 2025. From Shrimp Jesus to global creators, discover the economy behind the unreality.
KFC boss pays £66,8k after 'slave' race discrimination
A South London KFC franchisee must pay £66,800 in compensation after a tribunal found an Indian worker was racially harassed and called a 'slave'. The firm must now implement anti-discrimination training.
KFC boss pays £70k in race discrimination tribunal
A KFC franchisee must pay nearly £70,000 after a tribunal found a manager called an Indian employee a 'slave' and forced him to work excessive hours. Read the full ruling.
Experts debunk dangerous 'two-pint' driving rule
An alcohol coach dismantles the risky 'two-pint rule' for drivers. Discover why factors like body weight and beer strength make it an unreliable guide to staying legal.
The AI Reporter Hoax: A Global Journalism Scandal
A City AM editor's investigation into a suspicious pitch uncovers a global network of AI-generated journalism, fake identities, and the human cost of automation. Discover the shocking truth behind the bylines.
Italian nuns' viral social media posts gain millions of views
A group of retired nuns in Italy, led by a 98-year-old, have become social media sensations with their positive and humorous videos, gaining over 145,000 followers. Discover their inspiring story.
US Visa Bans on EU, UK Figures in Online Rules Dispute
The Trump administration bans five European figures, including a key architect of the EU's Digital Services Act, escalating a transatlantic feud over online speech and regulation. Read the full story.
Inside the Christmas Day hustle of OnlyFans creators
Two OnlyFans creators, Emily Mai and Alix Lynx, reveal how they balance festive family time with their adult content work, earning up to six figures a month without taking a day off. Discover their unique holiday routines.
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