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'Ridiculous': Passenger charged for this basic item midflight
An influencer claims he was forced to pay $5 to borrow this basic item from cabin crew.
A marketplace of girl influencers managed by mums and stalked by men
New York Times: Parents run their accounts. That doesn't deter the pedophiles.
Khloe Kardashian slammed for bizarre act with pet
The celebrity was criticised after seemingly photoshopping her cat in a recent post.
Woman's rude comment gets her banned from gym
A social media influencer called out the woman for taking a dig at a fellow gym-goer.
Fans warn influencer after concerning photo raises alarm
Sophie Guidolin's followers did not shy away from raising an alarm over the photo.
Why you might start to hate the influencers you once loved
Parasocial relationships are turning sour, but why the sudden turnaround?
Question that provoked alleged Jacob Elordi attack revealed
The involved influencer has now broken his silence on the alleged incident.
Gym's brutal crackdown on fitness influencers
Those wanting to create fitness content at the gym will have to front up to do so.
How much did Tourism NZ spend on social media influencers in 2023?
They were paid to create and post content about NZ.
International rugby player killed endangered NZ birds and boasted on Instagram
'We f**kn love birds ay.'
'Fight of her life': Mum, influencer shares rare cancer diagnosis
'Gina is in the fight of her life against stage 4 signet cell carcinoma.'
'My deepest regret': Parenting advice YouTuber pleads guilty in child abuse case
Allegedly, the abuse occurred while Franke was influenced by a relationship counsellor.
'Going through it': Molly-Mae's heartbreaking confession amid break-up rumours
It comes after the star said she didn't feel 'mentally or emotionally' ready to speak out.
Andrew Tate trafficking case: Influencer fails to have 15 seized luxury cars returned
The vehicles included a Rolls-Royce, a Ferrari, a Porsche, a BMW and an Aston Martin.
TikTok test goes viral: Are you more Gen Z or Millennial?
These simple actions reveal what generation you are, according to one TikTok creator.
Influencer who staged plane crash for views faces prison time
The YouTuber had a sponsorship deal to promote a company’s product in the video.
Influencer traumatised after unexpected guests join first date
Single man is left 'traumatised' after woman brings surprise guests on their first date.
Aussie influencer calls out 'damaging' post-baby comment
Steph Claire Smith divides internet after targeting post-partum bounce back culture.
'Disaster struck': Kiwi influencer's escalator nightmare
"The last thing I want is to be in my undies in the middle of Britomart," says Molina.
'Attempts to silence': Andrew Tate’s alleged victims claim harassment and intimidation
"These threats will not work, they will not prevent people from coming forward."
'It was stupid': YouTube prankster’s mall stunt goes wrong when target shoots him
The YouTube star said he had no inkling he had scared or angered the man.
'I’m horrified': Experts sound alarm over dangerous TikTok trend
Truck drivers say it helps link drivers in an attempt to quell loneliness on the road.
Bridge too far: Teen daredevil rescued after stunt leaves him dangling
He became stuck on his rope under the highest bridge in California.
Inside Russell Brand’s conspiracy-fuelled army of fans – and why they will never let him be cancelled
'We’re with you, Russell,' wrote one supporter, yielding 4,000 likes.
'Body bags': Neighbour had fears for kids before YouTube mum's child abuse charges
'We thought they were going to come out of that house with body bags.'
Warning after 14-year-old dies during viral TikTok ‘One Chip Challenge’
The challenge involves eating what is said to be the hottest tortilla chip on the planet.
Daughter of YouTuber breaks silence amid child abuse charges, calls for help
Shari Franke's crowdsourcing effort brought several disturbing clips to the forefront.
Young TikTok influencer and mother sentenced to life for double murder
CCTV evidence has surfaced revealing new details of the double murder.
Influencer cops $2000 fine for undeclared 'gift' at Aussie border
"I had nothing to hide," she said, holding the gift in her hands.
Bindi Irwin shares more details about heartbreaking health battle
The Aussie star felt 'desperately alone' after being told her pain was 'all in her head'.
Controversial teen influencer Lil Tay plans career comeback after death hoax
'I want to make it clear that my brother and I are safe and alive.'
Influencer Anna Paul slams cheating rumours after split
Anna Paul has confirmed her ex has moved out and the break-up was a "long time coming".