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Queen Elizabeth II's death sparked a slew of misinformation. Here's what you need to know

Following the death of the Queen, rumours began to spread online on everything from the nature of her passing to the colour of the BBC's banner.

ABC News

No, Switzerland isn't encouraging citizens to snitch on their neighbours

Europe's energy crisis is leading to the spread of misinformation on social media. On a poster that has been circulating on Twitter, Facebook and Telegram, the Swiss Confederation allegedly encourages citizens to denounce their neighbours if they heat their homes above 19°C. We tell you more in this edition of…

France 24

What is Neom and why are ads for the futuristic Saudi Arabian city all over social media?

The linear megacity will be within Neom, the ambitious urban development project already announced. But who will pay for it?

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Twitter Whale Trades For September 15

A whale with a lot of money to spend has taken a noticeably bearish stance on Twitter. Looking at options history for Twitter (NYSE:TWTR) we detected 27 strange trades.

Benzinga

The Queen’s corgis have a history of biting people, including the Queen herself

From biting police officers to “Beware of the dog” signs, the Queen’s corgis may not be as loving as they seem

The Independent UK

Fake, ‘deceptive’ videos of John Fetterman struggling to speak after stroke sent viral by conservatives

The Democrat’s campaign says the doctored clips were “sad” and “desperate”

The Independent UK

Professor who wished Queen ‘excruciating death’ stands by criticism despite backlash

The professor said she was ‘surprised’ by the backlash

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Find exact end of Queen's lying in state queue with What3words hack

Thinking of joining the queue for the Queen's lying in state at Westminster Hall? There's a handy tracker that could help you find the end of the miles long queue

Daily Mirror

Twitter shareholders have approved the $44 billion sale to Elon Musk

Musk has been attempting to back out of the deal, citing concerns about bots on the platform and the security of its user data.

WEKU

Denise Welch calls out 'double standards' on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle abuse

Denise Welch took to Twitter to call out criticism of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle after their appearance at Westminster Hall

Chronicle Live

Kirstie Allsopp sparks angry row as she backs King Charles III over redundancy row

As Kirstie Allsopp tried to show her support for King Charles II, amid the Clarence House redundancy row, many angry tweeters branded the TV presenter 'pathetic' and argued with her divisive point of view

Daily Mirror

The queen is dead, a country mourns, yet poor Meghan Markle still can't catch a break

The death of Queen Elizabeth II has brought all kinds of emotions to the fore: grief and sadness over the demise of a stabilizing and comforting presence, respect and awe for her steady hand and sense of duty, and righteous anger over the lasting effects of the British Empire's often…

Los Angeles Times

Brian McFadden comes under fire for incorrectly spelled ableist slur against anti-monarchists

Many took to Twitter to point out his use of language

Dublin Live

Twitter shareholders vote in favour of Musk's $44bn offer

NEW YORK: Twitter Inc shareholders approved billionaire Elon Musk's proposed $44 billion buyout, paving the way for a trial next month to determine the deal's fate.

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Twitter mocks Panthers HC Matt Rhule for ’35 minutes’ comment

On Wednesday, Panthers HC Matt Rhule highlighted that his offense averaged 7.7 yards per play over a 35-minute span in Week 1. Twitter, in turn, did not react kindly.

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Supreme Court refuses for now to shield Yeshiva University in battle with LGBTQ club

Sports Illustrated

Buck Showalter Asks Difference Between Twitter and TikTok

Who wants to start the formal petition for a Showalter cameo on the Mets’ TikTok account?

France 24

No, this video doesn't show Islamists protesting against Sweden's far-right party

The far-right Sweden Democrats have risen to become the second-largest party in parliament after Sunday's election. French-speaking sympathisers with the party shared a video on Twitter that claims to show Islamists protesting against the anti-immigration coalition. But all is not as it seems. We tell you more in this edition…

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How Government Officials Bully Social Media Companies Into Censorship

A new Cato report sheds light on "jawboning," or attempts by state actors "to sway the decisions of private platforms and limit the publication of disfavored speech."

The Independent UK

Meghan Markle praised for curtsying in front of Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin in Westminster Hall

“The epitome of grace and elegance,” one fan wrote about the Duchess on Twitter

Tribune News Service

In London, grief sometimes comes with a corporate sheen

LONDON — On Sept. 9, one day after Queen Elizabeth II died, a Twitter user posted an image of a McDonald's touch-to-order screen, the fast food restaurant's usual interface replaced with a somber black-and-white headshot of the queen.

France 24

Videos show brutal Saudi police raid on a home for young orphan girls

A series of videos posted on Twitter on August 30shocked the Saudi public by showing men dressed in uniforms and plainclothes pushing and beating young women with sticks, belts and taser guns. The images, which were filmed in a home for young orphaned girls, led to an internal police investigation…

Daily Mirror

Center Parcs says guests must 'remain in their lodges' on day of the Queen's funeral

Outraged Twitter users likened Center Parcs' plans for Bank Holiday Monday, when the Queen will be laid to rest at Westminster Abbey in London, to house arrest and prison

Liverpool Echo

Center Parcs clarifies Queen's funeral rules after 'hostage' accusations

The holiday company said it made an error on social media

Edinburgh Live

Center Parcs guests left in 'ghost town' after they were warned 'don't go outside'

Twitter is describing the latest response as creating a 'hostage situation' with holidaymakers initially told they would be unable to set foot outside their lodge

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