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‘Rage bait’ is the Oxford Word of the Year, showing how social media is manufacturing anger

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the Oxford Dictionary has named “rage bait” its Word of the Year. The quantity of live-streamed drama in 2025 has made it clear that outrage is now fuelling much online content.

The Conversation

Instagram just gave users algorithm control — and this could change the face of social media

Instagram is using AI to let you see, curate, and even share your Reels algorithm with friends

TechRadar

‘The two girls nowhere to be found’: Austin man sees two Walmart shoppers filming Angel Tree shopping video. Then he finds their full cart—abandoned

Influencers head to Walmart to participate in the retailer’s Angel Tree holiday giving campaign. However, one Austin, Texas, shopper believes some TikTokers may be pretending to participate.

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‘Greasy, salty, sugary’: why are children being bombarded with ultra-processed foods?

In this week’s newsletter: the global spread of UPFs into homes and schools; countdown to protect uncontacted people in Brazil; and the rise of TikTok job scams

The Guardian - UK

Man claims he had a vision of a flood on 25 December, he’s so certain it will happen he spent months building an ark

Ebo Noah believes there will be a three year downpour.

We Got This Covered

13 Fashion Chains Gen Z Has Abandoned for Good

Fashion moves fast, but Gen Z moves faster. One day a brand is trending all over TikTok, and the next it’s shoved into the deepest corner of the mall like a relic from ancient times. This generation has turned shopping into a cultural statement, a lifestyle, and sometimes a protest—all…

Everybody Loves Your Money

In-N-Out Affected By The Viral '6-7' Trend — Officially Removes '67' From Its Menu

In-N-Out has removed menu item '67' after TikTok's viral '6-7' meme sparked chaos with teens chanting in restaurants.

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Alternative Social Media Apps Kids in Australia Are Turning to After Under-16 Ban

Australia's world-first social media ban is now in effect, but children are migrating to lesser-known platforms outside the restricted list. Here's what parents need to know about these apps.

International Business Times UK

UK government ‘would consider’ Australia-style social media ban for under-16s

The Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said ministers would be keeping a close eye on the success of Australia’s policy

The Independent UK

UK will ‘keep close eye’ on Australia’s under-16s social media ban – Lisa Nandy

The Culture Secretary said ministers would be watching carefully to see how the Australian policy unfolds.

Evening Standard

Over 1 Million Australian Kids Locked Out of Social Media

Australia's world-first social media ban kicks under-16s off TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and seven other platforms. Tech giants face £26m fines.

International Business Times UK

Australian teens bid farewell to social media as world-first ban comes into force: ‘See you when I’m 16’

Ban requires 10 largest social networks to lock out children under 16 or face hefty fines

The Independent UK

Elon Musk's X Accepts Australia Block — Thousands of Aussies Risk Losing Online Voice

Elon Musk's X has agreed to comply with Australia's groundbreaking law banning under-16s from social media, making it the last major platform to do so.

International Business Times UK

Social media ban for children under 16 starts in Australia

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has welcomed a groundbreaking social media ban for children under 16 as families taking back power from tech giants

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Australia’s social media ban for kids is here. Experts warn it could have ‘a lot of mistakes'

Experts say Australia’s new social media ban might not change children’s online lives as much as regulators hope.

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Teens Are Spamming Albo’s TikTok To Prove Social Media Ban Isn’t Working: ‘Still Here’

Teens claiming to be under 16 are spamming Anthony Albanese’s TikTok with “still here” comments after the social media age ban.

International Business Times UK

Why a TikTok Ban May Be Unenforceable in Britain and Beyond

Ex-TikTok exec Theo Bertram says bans are unenforceable, with VPNs and geopolitics undermining prohibition. Learn why regulation may be wiser.

PC Gamer

From today, Australian teens and children under 16 can't sign-up to Twitch and 9 other social media platforms, as world-first ban takes effect

TikTok, Kick and X are also among those banned, and the rest of the world is taking notice.

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The Mary Sue

‘Omg now I need to bring my own’: Florida woman checks into hotel. Then she learns the hard way what those small towels are actually for

For some travelers, the idea of sleeping in hotel rooms is a little iffy. After all, it’s a room that has probably housed hundreds or thousands or even tens of thousands of people over the years without the furniture ever changing. For most of us, it’s best not to think…

International Business Times UK

Pornhub Year in Review's Top Search Include First-Time Entry Representing Global Shift in Gender Identity Preferences

Pornhub's 2025 review shows a shift in habits, with a term for feminine adult men entering the top 10, reflecting evolving global views on gender identity and sexuality.

Marie Claire

You'll Never Believe Which British Royal Is TikTok's Top Royal Fashion Icon, Beating Kate, Meghan and Diana

The People's Prince?

We Got This Covered

Woman fired for racist outburst at Somali muslim couple — then somehow raises almost $100K

She reached the fundraising goal in only a matter of hours.

The Conversation

How short-form videos could be harming young minds

Online short-form video has shifted from a light distraction to a constant backdrop in many children’s lives. What used to fill a spare moment now shapes how young people relax, communicate and form opinions, with TikTok, Instagram Reels, Douyin and YouTube Shorts drawing in hundreds of millions of under-18s through…

The Mary Sue

Kentucky woman goes to Walmart for some ink, sees it’s cheaper to buy the printer again. Then she confronts a worker about it: ‘This makes no sense’

Printer ink is one of those items that never seems to go down in price. While efficiencies in the market have allowed some tech products to become incredibly cheap—for example, it’s pretty easy to get a massive TV on a budget these days—there are some items that seem wholly immune…

Digital Camera World

This unremarkable Nikon compact is trending,here’s why and what I’d buy instead

The Nikon Coolpix S6900 has become a bit of an unlikely online darling

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