Summary: Online child grooming crimes have surged to an all-time high, posing a significant threat to young users of social media platforms. The case of Eva highlights the psychological distress caused by online grooming, with perpetrators exploiting vulnerable victims for explicit content. Government initiatives aim to hold social media companies accountable for content on their platforms, while tech firms express concerns about privacy breaches. Balancing end-to-end encryption and online safety remains a challenge, as privacy advocates and internet safety campaigners debate the use of scanned messages. The impending legislative...

Summary: The iconic flashing X sign at Twitter's ex-headquarters in San Francisco has been taken down. Twitter has not provided a specific reason for the removal of the X sign. The sign served as a symbol of Twitter's growth and influence in the tech industry. The removal of the X sign marks a new chapter for Twitter in San Francisco. The future of Twitter's presence in San Francisco remains uncertain. The iconic flashing X sign that once adorned Twitter's hea...

Summary: Former Hollyoaks star Gemma Atkinson gives birth to her second child. The news was shared by Gemma Atkinson herself on social media. Friends and colleagues from the entertainment industry congratulate the couple. Gemma's first child, Mia, was born in 2019. Former Hollyoaks star Gemma Atkinson has recently welcomed her second child, bringing joy to her family. The news was shared by the actress herself on social media, expressing her happiness and excitement. ...

Summary: Colleen Rooney discusses the origins of the Wagatha Christie scandal in an interview for British Vogue . Rooney describes how she wrote the accusing social media post with pen and paper before sharing it online. The post triggered widespread attention and legal proceedings between Rooney and Vardy. Rooney emphasizes that she received no legal advice before making the post public. Rooney's interview sheds light on her relationship with Rebecca Vardy and the perceived intimacy between them. ...

Dan Wootton Claims He's Victim of Smear Campaign Summary: GB News presenter Dan Wootton claims he's the victim of a smear campaign. Allegations surfaced on social media, accusing Wootton of offering money for sexual material. Wootton's ex-partner revealed he used a pseudonym to carry out his actions. News UK is investigating the allegations, while Byline Times published further claims against the presenter. Wootton denies the allegations during his show to viewers. ...

Summary: The 1975 cancels a festival in Malaysia after lead vocalist Mati Healy kisses his bandmate on stage. The on-stage kiss was a protest against Malaysia's anti-LGBT laws and led to the band's banishment from Kuala Lumpur. The festival organizers cited the act as 'disrespectful' and not in line with the country's cultural norms and regulations. Social media users showed widespread support for the band's protest, and hashtags like #the1975, #malaysia, and #lgbt trended globally. The 1975 remained unapologetic about their actions, emphasizing their commitment to standing up against discrimination and advo...

Summary: Casting controversies in Hollywood have become a prominent issue. Issues surrounding the casting of Bradley Cooper in the biopic Maestro and Dame Helen Mirren in the Golda Meir movie. Racist trolling targeting Latina actress Rachel Zegler for her role in the Snow White reboot . Debate revolves around cultural sensitivity, diversity, and the limits of casting choices. Opinions vary on the extent of limitations in casting based on traits, nationality, ethnicity, and sexuality. Casting debates remain relevant as award season approaches for fi...

Summary: Former President Donald Trump 's mugshot has been released after he surrender ed at Fulton County Jail in Georgia. The mugshot is a significant symbol of Trump's legal challenges and his political aspirations. Trump's intense expression in the mugshot stands in contrast to the demeanor of other defendants in similar photos. Aides are using the mugshot for fundraising and portraying Trump as a persecuted figure. Trump, facing his fourth indictment , arrived in Atlanta and was taken to the Rice Street Jail facility. Trump'...

Summary: Police stop Twitter's iconic sign removal at the San Francisco headquarters. The removal was part of Twitter's larger rebranding strategy to reflect its evolving identity. Public reaction is mixed, with some expressing nostalgia while others understand Twitter's need to evolve. The original sign will be preserved and relocated within the headquarters as a tribute to its history. Police intervened to prevent the removal of the iconic Twitter sign from the c...

Why is TikTok getting banned around the world? It's one of the biggest apps in the world that is using TikTok, a security risk. Hi Bestie, I hope you have the most wonderful day. This is an issue of our times. Sophie, get off it, stop it. TikTok is owned by the Chinese tech company Bite Dance, some fear that the app can harvest your data and potentially hand it to the Chinese government. For people with sensitive information on their phones, for example government workers, it could mean a potentially major security risk. We'll look back at this time and say wow, that was a really naive time where people just let their data go all over the place. So at a time when tensions between China and the West is high, some governments are cracking down and banning workers from having the app on their work phones. The US, as the world's top country, is so afraid of a user-friendly a...

Three people killed in Cardiff car crash after night out are named the weekend. The Sky News can confirm now the name of the three people inside the car found just off this roundabout outside of Cardiff who died on Saturday. They are 21-year-old Eve Smith, also 21 Darcy Ross and 24-year-old Raphael Jean. This is a story which really began on Friday night. Eve Smith, Darcy and their friends Sophie, both of them were out partying in Newport and they had then travelled with two men, Raphael Jean, one of the deceased, and Shane Loughlin, towards Porth Call, around 30 miles west of Newport, to continue their party. They had then travelled from there to Cardiff and it is in Cardiff in the early hours of Saturday morning that the vehicle they were in was last spotted. On Saturday morning the family members of all five reported to them missing to the police and what then they started was a wh...

Summary: A bear was spotted taking a dip in a swimming pool in a California neighborhood. The incident was captured on camera and became a viral sensation on social media. Wildlife experts were called in to ensure the bear's safety and guide it back to its natural habitat. Residents in California were in for a surprise when a bear decided to beat the heat by taking a refreshing dip in a local swimming pool. The unusual incident, caught on camera, has since gone viral on ...

Summary: A mother was arrested in front of her child by Metropolitan Police officers over a fare evasion accusation on a bus. The video of the incident, showing the woman being forcefully restrained, has gone viral on social media, sparking public outrage. Family members present on the bus pleaded with the officers to explain the reason for the arrest and treat the woman with more respect. Calls for a thorough investigation into the incident and a review of police procedures have been growing. ...

Summary: David Beckham was emotional following Lionel Messi's debut game-winning goal for Inter Miami. Messi's presence in Major League Soccer has generated immense excitement and popularity for the sport in North America. Inter Miami's ambitious venture to sign Messi demonstrates their commitment to elevating football's stature in the United States. Social media has been abuzz with messages of admiration and anticipation for Messi's future performances. Da...

Summary: Kevin Spacey faces a sexual assault trial in London where he proclaims his innocence, and the jury's not guilty verdict suggests they believed his account. The trial featured surreal moments, including Sir Elton John giving evidence and tales of Spacey teaching Dame Judy Dench Pingpong . Spacey's once-glinting Hollywood career suffered after multiple sexual assault allegations emerged during his tenure as the artistic director at the Old Vic . Although found not guilty, the verdict may not fully restore Spacey's Hollywood career , as the industry is now more cautious and influenced by social media . ...

This is Eurovision 2023 calling... | The Leader Podcast ES Audio From the Evening Standard in London, I'm Rachelle Travers and this is The Leader. Eurovision 2023. Are you ready? For the first time in 25 years, the competition is back on UK soil, as we play hosts for last year's winner, Ukraine. The party atmosphere is already well underway in Liverpool, who beat out a number of other cities hoping to be the stage for the big event. Last time, Sam Ryder did the UK proud with his song, Spaceman. But this year is the turn of Mae Muller. We'll be hoping to win the competition, or at least a respectable finish, with her entry, I wrote a song. Here with me to discuss all things Eurovision and everything you need to know about the competition this year are… I'm Professor Helen Julie Miners, Head of School of Arts at York St John University. I do various things. I'm a t...

Summary: Prime Minister addresses health risks and well-being of migrants housed on the Bibby Stockholm barge during a hospital visit in Hertfordshire. Concerns raised about the fairness of taxpayers funding hotel housing for illegal migrants, prompting the barge initiative as an alternative solution. Efforts to combat illegal immigration highlighted, with the Prime Minister emphasizing the implementation of new laws and a decrease in arrivals. Strong condemnation of recent youth criminal activities and theft, with a call for societal unity against such behavior. ...

UK Needs 'Urgent Rethink' on AI Regulation: Researchers Call for Stricter Laws on AI Use Summary: Researchers call for urgent reconsideration of AI regulation in the UK due to increased AI usage. The Ada Lovelace Institute proposes 18 recommendations for trustworthy and accountable AI systems. MI6 chief stresses the importance of human intelligence alongside AI capabilities. The new FIFA game, EA Sports FC 24, incorporates female players across all game modes. Fossil discovery challenges the notion of dinosaur dominance during the Cretaceous period. Early data suggests Meta's Threads platform experiences a slight decrease in user eng...

Summary: Twitter, now known as X, is discontinuing its web-based Tweetdeck service , raising concerns about its future. Elon Musk aims to make X financially self-sustaining and had previously mentioned potential payment models . The decision to end the free Tweetdeck version forces users to choose between the paid service and alternatives. Potential Threads , introduced as a threat to X, faces decreasing adoption rates. Speculation abounds that Musk might introduce a premium X model catering to high-value online sectors . Musk's success with Tesla inspires expectations for X's transformative journey. ...

Summary: Cardi B is facing legal trouble after allegedly throwing her microphone at a concert-goer who attacked her with a drink during her Las Vegas concert. A woman at the concert has filed a battery report, claiming she was struck by the thrown microphone. Incidents of violence at music concerts have been a recurring issue, with other artists like BB Rexler and Harry Styles also experiencing similar incidents. Security measures and safety precautions at concerts are being questioned in light of such incidents. ...