Schrader Unimpressed by AI Girlfriend After Wife's Death
Oscar-nominated screenwriter Paul Schrader tried an AI girlfriend to understand AI but was disappointed, calling the experience evasive and unfulfilling.
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National Trust Charges TikTokers £360 for Filming
The National Trust made £3.1m in location fees last year and now charges influencers £360 to film paid content on its properties, sparking debate.
AI slop farms in South Asia fuel UK far-right on Facebook
Investigation reveals young entrepreneurs in Sri Lanka and Pakistan use AI to create hateful content targeting British audiences, earning significant revenue from Meta's ad system.
Spider Panic Leads to Funny Apology Note for Neighbours
A woman's handwritten apology to neighbours after throwing shoes at a wall to kill a spider has gone viral, amusing thousands with its relatable panic.
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Social Media Revives Indie Sleaze: Nostalgic, Gritty Aesthetic
The indie sleaze trend is back on TikTok and Instagram, reimagining the early 2000s scene with grainy photos and smudged eyeliner, driven by nostalgia for pre-algorithm digital culture.
Cancoillotte: France's Viral Protein Cheese
Cancoillotte, a low-fat liquid cheese from eastern France, has gone viral on social media for its high protein content and low cost, sparking a cultural debate.
Voice Notes Are Polite, Not Rude, Says Reader
A reader argues that voice notes are more polite and considerate of time than phone calls, allowing for thoughtful responses and preserving authentic connections.
Spotify users slam 'beyond awful' logo update, demand revert
Spotify's 20th anniversary logo redesign—a 3D green disco ball—has sparked backlash from users who call it 'hideous' and 'beyond awful,' demanding it be changed back.
Instagram's 'Instants' Feature Slammed as Snapchat Clone
Instagram's new Instants tool, which allows sharing disappearing photos, has been criticized as a Snapchat clone. Users express frustration on social media.
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Instagram's new 'Instants' feature automatically shares photos immediately, leading to accidental posts. Users can undo, but many are caught off guard by the instant sharing mechanism.
Instagram Instants Feature Sparks Backlash
Instagram launches 'Instants', a new feature sending photos immediately to followers, causing user frustration over lack of awareness and privacy concerns.
Instagram Launches Instants for Disappearing Photos
Instagram has launched Instants, a new feature for sharing spontaneous, unfiltered photos that disappear after viewing, cannot be screenshotted, and are saved in archives for up to a year.
AI Knows Your Darkest Secrets: A Ferry Enthusiast's Tale
A lifelong ferry enthusiast discovers AI is curating nightmarish ferry disaster videos for him, highlighting how algorithms track our interests and the perils of artificial intelligence.
Google Android Feature Fights Doomscrolling with Delay
Google launches 'Pause Point' for Android, a 10-second app opening delay to curb doomscrolling. Users select apps, and disabling requires a phone restart. Also, Chromebook rebranded as 'Googlebook' with Gemini AI.
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Vape sommeliers are emerging, offering flavour pairings for food and drinks. But is this a serious trend or just a gimmick?
Air Fryer vs Hob Bacon Test: Clear Winner Found
Sophie Harris tested crispy bacon in the air fryer and on the hob. The air fryer won for speed, ease, and less mess, while both methods produced tasty results.
Over a Third of New Podcasts Are AI-Generated
More than a third of new podcasts are AI-generated, flooding platforms with synthetic content. Experts call for clear labeling to distinguish human-created work.
Mum's Supermarket Hack to Stop Kids Begging for Toys
A mum shares a clever trick to avoid toddler tantrums in supermarkets by letting kids hold items but not buy them. Parents call it genius.
Twitch Allows 'Mogging' Beauty Contests on Omoggle
Twitch now permits streamers to use Omoggle for 'mogging' beauty contests. The trend uses facial recognition to score looks, sparking debate on its impact.
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Scientology Speedrun Trend Goes Viral Globally
The 'Scientology speedrun' trend, where people rush into Scientology buildings, has gone viral on TikTok, gaining millions of views and spreading from LA to the UK and Australia.
Half of UK Kids Have AI Toys Amid Safety Concerns
A new survey reveals 50% of UK children own AI toys, yet 75% of parents worry about data risks. Most demand safety certification, highlighting a gap between adoption and regulation.
Dog Food Recall Over Salmonella: What Pet Owners Must Do
Albright's Raw Pet Food recalls Chicken Recipe for Dogs due to salmonella risk. Affected batches sold nationwide. No illnesses reported yet. Dispose safely.
Voice Notes Have Made My Generation Self-Absorbed Bores
Annabel Martin argues that voice notes have cheapened conversation and increased narcissism, turning users into self-absorbed podcast hosts.
AI and the Rise of 'Stacey Face' in Beauty Standards
Exploring how AI makeover apps and manosphere trends are creating a narrow ideal of female beauty, leading to dangerous body image issues and plastic surgery requests.
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The PGA Tour is set to update its social media policy, allowing players more freedom to post content, following Bryson DeChambeau's YouTube success and potential return from LIV Golf.
Instagram Ends E2E Encryption for Direct Messages
Instagram is removing end-to-end encryption for direct messages, citing low user adoption. The change allows Meta to access private messages, sparking privacy concerns.
Instagram Ends End-to-End Encryption, Privacy Fears
Meta removes end-to-end encryption from Instagram DMs, citing low usage. Critics call it a surveillance gift and a boost for AI training. Child safety groups praise the move.
Woman's Plane Charging Cable Blunder Makes Her Most Hated
A passenger accidentally brought a flashing USB cable on a flight, blinding fellow travelers and making her 'the most hated person on board.'
Older Fire TV Sticks Blocked from HBO Max: Check Yours
Older Fire TV Sticks running Fire OS 5 or earlier can no longer access HBO Max. Find out if your device is affected and what to do.
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Brazil sees a surge in WhatsApp groups where only whistling is allowed, with some reaching 1,024 members in under 24 hours and generating up to 600 voice notes daily.
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