‘Disgustingly Educated’: The Viral Self-Improvement Trend
A new social media trend dubbed 'disgustingly educated' is sweeping platforms like TikTok and Reddit. But is it genuine intellectual enrichment or just performative cleverness for likes?
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Teens outsmart Australia's social media age ban
Australian teens are using creative tricks, including scrunching their faces to appear older, to bypass new age verification tools on platforms like Instagram and Snapchat. Discover how the ban is being circumvented.
4.7m accounts blocked in Australia's under-16 social media ban
Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s sees over 4.7 million accounts deactivated. Discover the impact on platforms like Meta and the global implications for online safety.
Southwark social rent increase of 4.8% confirmed for 2026
Southwark Council announces a 4.8% rent rise for social tenants from April 2026, citing government policy and financial pressures. Learn how this affects service charges and supported housing.
Meta blocks 550k teen accounts under Australia ban
Meta deactivated nearly 550,000 accounts for under-16s in the first week of Australia's social media ban. The move is being watched closely as pressure grows for a similar UK ban.
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.
Gen Z most religious generation, data shows
Exclusive: YouGov data reveals Gen Z believes in a higher power more than any other UK generation. We explore the social media influencers and trends driving this dramatic shift in faith.
Maga influencers Nick and Brooke Shirley spark daycare panic
How mother-son duo Nick and Brooke Shirley used viral videos to fuel anti-immigrant sentiment, leading to a White House funding freeze. Explore their rise as Maga influencers.
Investment Association Turns to Finfluencers
The UK's Investment Association is partnering with financial influencers to boost retail investment. Discover how this strategy aims to demystify markets and engage a new generation.
Free prescriptions for care leavers, but reforms fall short
New support for young adults leaving care in England includes free prescriptions and eye tests. However, experts warn deep-rooted problems in children's social care persist. Read the full analysis.
Unilever's Vaseline Bets Big on TikTok Creator Economy
Unilever is shifting half its ad budget to social media after Vaseline's viral TikTok life hacks, from cleaning shoes to fixing squeaky doors. Discover the 'social listening' strategy reshaping advertising.
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.
Democrats' digital fightback to counter right-wing media
After 2024 election losses, Democrats are urgently building a rival online ecosystem with podcasts, influencers, and progressive media to counter the right's dominance. Can they catch up?
Government spends £1m+ on influencers since 2024
Exclusive figures reveal the UK government has spent more than a million pounds on social media influencers since 2024 to promote policies. Discover the departments and personalities involved.
Derbyshire Care Home Closures Spark 'Betrayal' Claims
Derbyshire County Council's plan to shut eight residential care homes after a failed sale has been called a 'betrayal', putting over 200 jobs in jeopardy. Read the full story.
UK Weighs Australia-Style Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly assessing an Australian policy that bars under-16s from platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Could the UK follow suit? Read the latest.
Govt advisor: Starmer lacks social mobility strategy
The chair of the Social Mobility Commission warns Keir Starmer has no coherent plan to tackle entrenched inequalities, as youth unemployment hits a three-year high. Read the exclusive report.
Trump's Truth Social: A Window Seen by Just 3% of Americans
As Donald Trump governs via Truth Social, a platform used by only 3% of US adults, crucial details about policy, mental state, and erratic behaviour risk going unseen by the public. Explore the implications.
Free Birth Society linked to infant fatalities worldwide
A Guardian investigation reveals the multimillion-dollar Free Birth Society, promoting unassisted childbirth, has been linked to baby deaths globally. Listen to the Full Story podcast.
Guardian Investigation Exposes 48 Cases Linked to Free Birth Society
A Guardian investigation into the Free Birth Society reveals 48 cases of serious harm, highlighting the dangers of unregulated online health advice and the urgent need for safeguards in the digital age.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Explained
Australia plans to ban social media for under-16s. Our guide explains when it starts, which apps are included, and how it will work. Stay informed on this major policy shift.
Five Teens Challenge Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban
Five Australian teenagers are legally challenging a new law banning under-16s from social media. Explore the landmark case, its arguments, and the global implications for digital rights.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Begins Next Week
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s from next Wednesday. The law, sparked by tragedy, aims to protect mental health but faces fierce opposition. Could the UK follow?
Australia's Tough New Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia enforces one of the world's strictest social media bans for children under 16 this week. We explore the mental health crisis behind the law, its impact on young influencers, and the fierce debate it has ignited.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Begins Next Week
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s next Wednesday, aiming to protect children from addiction and cyberbullying. The landmark law sparks fierce debate.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: Key Details
Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Here's how it will work, which platforms are included, and what it means for users. Get the full explainer.
Kids' Parties: The Social Cure for Modern Society
As society grows more isolated, children's birthday parties offer a vital chance to forge real-world connections, despite the chaos and sugar-fuelled mayhem. Discover why these events are essential.
AI accounts on TikTok get billions of views
A new report reveals hundreds of AI-focused TikTok accounts are spreading anti-immigrant and sexualised content, garnering billions of views. Discover the findings and TikTok's response.
Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens Begins 10 Dec
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. We explain which platforms are included, how age checks work, and if a delay is possible. Get the full details.
Trump's 160-post social media blitz fuels stamina debate
President Donald Trump posted 160 times on Truth Social in under four hours, mixing conspiracy theories and attacks on foes. The 79-year-old's online frenzy reignites questions about his energy levels. Read the full analysis.
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