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Jehane Thomas suddenly passed away at the age of 30 (Photo: Jehane Thomas / GoFundMe)

TikTok star dies aged 30 just weeks after complaining of migraines

24 Hours in Police Custody
24 Hours in Police Custody

24 Hours in Police Custody: who killed Saul Murray in honeytrap murder

A bizarre looking doll called Jasper is trending on TikTok.
A bizarre looking doll called Jasper is trending on TikTok.

TikTok trend with bizarre toy Jasper the Doll explained

Jurassic Park’s Sam Neil has been in remission for a type of blood cancer for eight months, it has been revealed - Credit: Getty Images
Jurassic Park’s Sam Neil has been in remission for a type of blood cancer for eight months, it has been revealed - Credit: Getty Images

Jurassic Park star Sam Neill reveals he is alive, well and cancer free

Ant and Dec forced to apologise on Saturday Night Takeaway as Toni Collette swears live on ITV
Ant and Dec forced to apologise on Saturday Night Takeaway as Toni Collette swears live on ITV

Ant & Dec issue apology as Toni Collette swears on live TV

Rhea Ripley looks on during the WWE Royal Rumble at the Alamodome on January 28, 2023
Rhea Ripley looks on during the WWE Royal Rumble at the Alamodome on January 28, 2023

WWE star Rhea Ripley corrects false information about her physique

Lewis Capaldi drops Netflix documentary trailer
Lewis Capaldi drops Netflix documentary trailer

Lewis Capaldi shares his Netflix documentary trailer with fans

TikTok has been banned on government phones in the UK (Image by Getty Images)
TikTok has been banned on government phones in the UK (Image by Getty Images)

TikTok banned on government phones in UK over security fears

Tiger King. In short, Joe Exotic doesn't like Carole Baskin.
Tiger King. In short, Joe Exotic doesn't like Carole Baskin.

Netflix Tiger King star reveals candidacy for US Presidential Election

Tesco Pay at Pump customers fuming after £120 automatic charge £120

TikTok is set to be banned on UK government devices
TikTok is set to be banned on UK government devices

TikTok expected to be banned on government devices over data fears

Facebook and Instagram owner Meta, TikTok owner ByteDance, SnapChat, and Youtube owner Google are the subject of a newly-unsealed lawsuit over social media addiction.
Facebook and Instagram owner Meta, TikTok owner ByteDance, SnapChat, and Youtube owner Google are the subject of a newly-unsealed lawsuit over social media addiction.

Lawsuit alleges social media giants knew of addiction risks

Kim Kardashian is known for often posting “thirst trap” pictures on Instagram (Photo: Getty Images for W Magazine)
Kim Kardashian is known for often posting “thirst trap” pictures on Instagram (Photo: Getty Images for W Magazine)

What is a thirst trap? Meaning of the term explained

Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews attend the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2023 in February (Photo: Getty Images)
Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews attend the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2023 in February (Photo: Getty Images)

Spencer Matthews and Vogue Williams relationship timeline

This picture shows plates of sushi on a conveyor belt at a sushi chain restaurant in Tokyo on February 3, 2023. Credit: Getty Images
This picture shows plates of sushi on a conveyor belt at a sushi chain restaurant in Tokyo on February 3, 2023. Credit: Getty Images

Explainer Police make three arrests in Japan over ‘sushi terrorism’

New TikTok trend delusional week explained - and expert opion of the impact of it on people’s mental health and wellbeing.
New TikTok trend delusional week explained - and expert opion of the impact of it on people’s mental health and wellbeing.

Explainer Experts looks at impact of TikTok Delusion week trend on wellbeing

Stansted Airport. (Photo by Bethany Clarke/Getty Images)
Stansted Airport. (Photo by Bethany Clarke/Getty Images)

Police reveal cause of sonic boom heard in parts of England

These alternative sleep tips from experts will have you falling asleep in no time.
These alternative sleep tips from experts will have you falling asleep in no time.

Explainer 9 different ways to help you fall into deep sleep

‘Who wants to make £500?’ How gangs are recruiting kids online

Yahoo users are currently experiencing issues sending emails. (Getty Images)
Yahoo users are currently experiencing issues sending emails. (Getty Images)

Yahoo addresses customer concerns after email issues

Two-year-old Ivy Connelly, known as Ivy the Scottish Toddler, has become a TikTok sensation after a video her mum posted of her went viral.
Two-year-old Ivy Connelly, known as Ivy the Scottish Toddler, has become a TikTok sensation after a video her mum posted of her went viral.

TikTok toddler who uses Scottish slang is a hit on social media

Teachers have warned that self-proclaimed misogynist and social media influencer Andrew Tate is ‘shaping’ young boys’ world views and ‘changing how they think.’ Credit: Kim Mogg / NationalWorld
Teachers have warned that self-proclaimed misogynist and social media influencer Andrew Tate is ‘shaping’ young boys’ world views and ‘changing how they think.’ Credit: Kim Mogg / NationalWorld

‘Men are superior’: inside schools as young boys idolise Andrew Tate

Once-popular ITV show You’ve Been Framed axed from TV - reports

Average TikTok users are posting their own product reviews on the social media site and are calling themselves “deinfluencers”.
Average TikTok users are posting their own product reviews on the social media site and are calling themselves “deinfluencers”.

What is a deinfluencer? TikTok trend and retail impact explained

Paedophiles are starting to use virtual reality headsets to view child abuse images, police data shows (Photo: Adobe)
Paedophiles are starting to use virtual reality headsets to view child abuse images, police data shows (Photo: Adobe)

Paedophiles are using virtual reality tech to view child abuse images

EE phone networks users have reported mass outages, with some unable to make calls or send texts. (Credit: Adobe)
EE phone networks users have reported mass outages, with some unable to make calls or send texts. (Credit: Adobe)

EE customers unable to make calls amid mobile network outage

(Photo: Getty Images)
(Photo: Getty Images)

Meta reveals Instagram and Facebook verification subscription service

In a a tribute to David Robinson, Duane ‘Dog’ Chapman called him his ‘right hand man’ (Photo: Twitter / Getty Images)
In a a tribute to David Robinson, Duane ‘Dog’ Chapman called him his ‘right hand man’ (Photo: Twitter / Getty Images)

David Robinson ‘Dog’s Most Wanted’ star cause of death confirmed

Roger Waters performing in 2016 (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
Roger Waters performing in 2016 (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

Pink Floyd star Roger Waters says ‘Ukraine is not a country’

(Photos: Getty Images)
(Photos: Getty Images)

Syrian war explained: did Russia invade - why has there been a war?

Prince Harry recalled how he lost his virginity in his memoir Spare (Photo: Getty Images)
Prince Harry recalled how he lost his virginity in his memoir Spare (Photo: Getty Images)

‘Older woman’ who allegedly took Prince Harry’s virginity speaks out

Elon Musk is one of the world’s most high profile billionaires (image: Getty Images)
Elon Musk is one of the world’s most high profile billionaires (image: Getty Images)

Tesla CEO Elon Musk is no longer the richest person in the world

Bird charity locked out of Twitter after sharing woodcock posts

NationalWorld reporter Rochelle Barrand writes about the struggles of finding friends as an adult - and how she actually found some.
NationalWorld reporter Rochelle Barrand writes about the struggles of finding friends as an adult - and how she actually found some.

How to make friends as an adult: ‘These tips helped me to make mates’ Rochelle Barrand

Winnie The Pooh. Credit: Disney. All characters were created by A.A. Milne.
Winnie The Pooh. Credit: Disney. All characters were created by A.A. Milne.

Explainer What the Winnie the Pooh character you most relate to says about you

Singer Britney Spears performs onstage during 102.7 KIIS FM's Jingle Ball 2016 presented by Capital One at Staples Center on December 2, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)
Singer Britney Spears performs onstage during 102.7 KIIS FM's Jingle Ball 2016 presented by Capital One at Staples Center on December 2, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)

Britney Spears fans call police after singer deletes Instagram

Donald Trump will be allowed back on Facebook and Instagram (Photo: Getty Images)
Donald Trump will be allowed back on Facebook and Instagram (Photo: Getty Images)

Meta reinstates Donald Trump on Facebook after two-year ban

Rebekah Vardy sued Coleen Rooney for libel
Rebekah Vardy sued Coleen Rooney for libel

Wagspiracy: what does Vardy v Rooney documentary reveal, when is it on

There have been over 6 billion searches for the word ‘rizz’ on TikTok - and this is what what the phrase means.
There have been over 6 billion searches for the word ‘rizz’ on TikTok - and this is what what the phrase means.

What does rizz mean on TikTok? Definition of Gen Z term

Musician Doja Cat attended the 2023 Schiaparelli Paris Fashion Week show covered in more than 30,000 red Swarovski crystals. Photo by Instagram/patmcgrathreal
Musician Doja Cat attended the 2023 Schiaparelli Paris Fashion Week show covered in more than 30,000 red Swarovski crystals. Photo by Instagram/patmcgrathreal

Doja Cat red outfit: what did musician wear to Paris Fashion Week show

Emily Atack: Asking For It? will be released on BBC Two on 31 January, at 9pm. Credit: BBC/Little Gem Productions/Richard Ansett
Emily Atack: Asking For It? will be released on BBC Two on 31 January, at 9pm. Credit: BBC/Little Gem Productions/Richard Ansett

Emily Atack reveals vile rape and murder threats on social media

One study has used data from Twitter to identify the ‘10 UK ugliest buildings’.
One study has used data from Twitter to identify the ‘10 UK ugliest buildings’.

In pictures: 10 ten ‘ugliest buildings’ in the UK

Joe Trohman is stepping away from music. (Getty Images)
Joe Trohman is stepping away from music. (Getty Images)

Fall Out Boy guitarist Joe Trohman is stepping away from music

Elon Musk said an ad-free version of Twitter is underway (Photo: PA)
Elon Musk said an ad-free version of Twitter is underway (Photo: PA)

Twitter to roll out ‘higher priced’ ad-free version, Elon Musk says

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has been filmed allegedly breaking the law in a video clip posted to social media. (Credit: Twitter)
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has been filmed allegedly breaking the law in a video clip posted to social media. (Credit: Twitter)

Sunak handed fixed penalty notice after he was filmed without seatbelt

Chris Eubank Jr (left) and Liam Smith during the weigh-in at the Manchester Central Convention Complex, Manchester. Picture date: Friday January 20, 2023.
Chris Eubank Jr (left) and Liam Smith during the weigh-in at the Manchester Central Convention Complex, Manchester. Picture date: Friday January 20, 2023.

Explainer Chris Eubank Jr wears rainbow armband after homophobic taunts

Carole Baskin’s first husband Don Lewis has been missing since 1997 (Photo: NationalWorld/Mark Hall)
Carole Baskin’s first husband Don Lewis has been missing since 1997 (Photo: NationalWorld/Mark Hall)

Carole Baskin’s first husband is still missing despite reports

The meaning of phrases commonly used in Snapchat, texts and other social media revealed.
The meaning of phrases commonly used in Snapchat, texts and other social media revealed.

What does pu mean? Meaning of phrase - and others - used on Snapchat

Love Island contestants have been advised to keep their social media accounts dormant during the show. (Graphic by Kim Mogg)
Love Island contestants have been advised to keep their social media accounts dormant during the show. (Graphic by Kim Mogg)

Love Island introduces social media ban for all contestants

Selena Gomez attends the 80th Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on 10 January 2023 in Beverly Hills, California (Photo: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images)
Selena Gomez attends the 80th Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on 10 January 2023 in Beverly Hills, California (Photo: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images)

‘I enjoyed the holidays’ - Selena Gomez dismisses body shaming trolls

Hannah Carroll, who created her own business giving people predictions about their future after successfully making predictions about the lives of celebrities.
Hannah Carroll, who created her own business giving people predictions about their future after successfully making predictions about the lives of celebrities.

Woman who correctly predicted 12 2022 events gives 2023 predictions

Taylor Swift performs onstage during Z100’s Jingle Ball 2012, presented by Aeropostale, at Madison Square Garden on December 7, 2012 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Jingle Ball 2012)
Taylor Swift performs onstage during Z100’s Jingle Ball 2012, presented by Aeropostale, at Madison Square Garden on December 7, 2012 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Jingle Ball 2012)

Taylor Swift shocks fans after appearing on stage at The 1975 show

ITV have revealed the Love Island 2023 lineup (Photos: ITV)
ITV have revealed the Love Island 2023 lineup (Photos: ITV)

Meet the contestants of ITV’s Love Island 2023

Butch Marion has been able to leave his job at US retailer Walmart after a viral TikTok video helped raise more than $100,000 for his retirement.
Butch Marion has been able to leave his job at US retailer Walmart after a viral TikTok video helped raise more than $100,000 for his retirement.

Worker, 82, retires after TikTok video raised over $100,000 for him

Taylor Swift’s cat Olivia Benson is one of the richest pets on the planet
Taylor Swift’s cat Olivia Benson is one of the richest pets on the planet

10 richest pets in the world - including Taylor Swift’s cat

Kai The Hatchet Wielding Hitchiker will arrive on Netflix this month. (Netflix)
Kai The Hatchet Wielding Hitchiker will arrive on Netflix this month. (Netflix)

Netflix explores rise and fall of The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker