Twitter bug exposed protected tweets of some Android users
A bug on Twitter exposed the tweets of some Android users who choose to keep their account private for more than four years, the social network has revealed.
Scottish Labour defends ‘Vision for Scotland’ video partially filmed in Wales
The Scottish Labour party has defended itself after viewers noticed a promotional video was partially filmed in Wales.
Brexit group posts huge billboards of MPs’ quotes around Dover
Giant posters featuring quotes from prominent Brexit politicians have been pasted onto billboards around Dover.
Chronological Twitter timeline option reaches Android users
A Twitter tool that enables users to switch to a reverse chronological timeline has been rolled out to Android users.
Theresa May’s Brexit defeat: The funniest Twitter reactions
It was another night of political drama in Westminster as MPs rejected Theresa May’s Brexit deal in the House of Commons – and, as ever, many of the thousands of people tweeting through it all sought to find humour amid the chaos.
‘Hamberders and covfefe’: Trump’s latest misspelling amuses social media
Donald Trump was widely ridiculed on social media on Tuesday after misspelling the word “hamburgers” while boasting about an event at the White House.
Teen crashes after driving car blindfolded in ‘Bird Box’ challenge
A teenage driver has collided with another vehicle after pulling a blindfold over her eyes in an interpretation of the ‘Bird Box’ challenge – inspired by the recently-released thriller of the same name.
More than 200 million tweets on Brexit sent since referendum, Twitter says
More than 200 million tweets have been sent referencing Brexit since the result of the EU referendum was announced, according to figures from Twitter.
Rio Ferdinand sparks outrage after defending Newcastle owner Mike Ashley
Rio Ferdinand has been widely criticised for defending Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley’s running of the club.
Football writer called Andy Murray receives mistaken messages of support
After Sir Andy Murray announced he will retire from tennis this year, the public poured forward with messages of support – but not all of them found their intended recipient.
Grantchester racism storyline criticised over political correctness
A Civil Rights storyline on the new series of Grantchester has sparked arguments over political correctness.
Twitter reacts to cricket player Monty Panesar’s ‘nightmare’ Mastermind round
The pressure of performing on a nationwide television show could befuddle anyone, as former England cricket player Monty Panesar experienced on Celebrity Mastermind.
Elon Musk claims SpaceX tech will allow Tesla to fly
The CEO and founder of Tesla, Elon Musk, has claimed that the new Roadster could utilise booster technology from the space transportation company SpaceX to ‘accelerate at the limit of human endurance’.
People are confessing the outrageous lies they’ve told for personal gain
We’ve all told a white lie or two every so often to get something we wanted… but these confessions stretch the truth to breaking point.
AI reads teenager’s emoji-filled text out loud in hilarious viral video
A man has gone viral after sharing a video of his car’s AI reading out a text from his 14-year-old son.
Twitter users will be able to watch NBA games from the view of a single player
NBA fans will be able to watch some games through the eyes of the players this year through Twitter.
Police take steps to halt progress of small car carrying long ladder
Police in Cambridgeshire have rung in the new year by stopping a car with a rather insecure load.
Holly Willoughby recounts bizarre fake ‘fact’ about sloths on This Morning
This Morning viewers are channelling their inner David Attenborough to check a wildlife “fact” after presenter Holly Willoughby recounted a strange theory about sloths during the show.
‘Disturbing’ edit of Donald Trump’s televised speech leaves nothing but hot air
US president Donald Trump’s televised address to his nation on Tuesday evening wasn’t taken very seriously by everybody.
Twitter reacts as Netflix reveals alternative ending to interactive Bandersnatch
Netflix has taken to Twitter to reveal yet another alternative ending for interactive film Bandersnatch, part of the Black Mirror series.
#shoegate: Photoshop fail gives Australian leader Scott Morrison two left feet
An unfortunate piece of Photoshop editing has given Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison two left feet.
#Dronegate2: How social media reacted to the Heathrow drone drama
Social media users were among the first to react to reports of a drone sighting at Heathrow, with many seeing the funny side.
Artist posts four-year drawing progress to inspire people to keep practising
When it comes to pursuing your dreams and hobbies, they say practice makes perfect, and that’s certainly true for 24-year-old Nigerian artist Ken Nwadiogbu.
Saudi teenager seeking asylum cleared to stay temporarily in Thailand
An 18-year-old Saudi Arabian woman who fled her family over alleged abuse and barricaded herself in a Bangkok airport hotel room in a bid for asylum will be allowed to stay in Thailand while her case is evaluated by the UN refugee agency, immigration authorities said.
Japanese billionaire boasts retweet top spot with money giveaway promise
A Japanese billionaire posted the most retweeted tweet of all time by offering those sharing it a cut of 100 million yen.
These hilarious movie trope memes will make your job seem a lot more dramatic
Have you ever thought about the way you would be portrayed if you were starring in a movie?
Rail passenger accidentally offered £10,000 ticket, days after fare rise
Train services have apologised after a customer was offered a £10,000 fare by a ticket machine.
#WeSupportToni: WWE wrestler Toni Storm backed after private photos leaked
WWE star Toni Storm received the support of fellow wrestlers and a community of fans after private photos of her were leaked online.
#KeepFightingMichael: Sporting world pays tribute to Schumacher on 50th birthday
The world of sport has sent messages of support to Michael Schumacher on his 50th birthday as the seven-time Formula One champion continues to recover from a skiing accident in 2013.
Leyton Orient parody Black Mirror: Bandersnatch with signing announcement
Leyton Orient took inspiration from TV drama Black Mirror to announce new signing, Jordan Maguire-Drew.