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Social media, Sex on the Shannon cocktails and undertaking on the side – how some publicans thrive despite falling alcohol sales
Secrets of the pubs around the country that have successfully weathered the storm despite thousands of closures Mick Hough with his son Ger Hough and his children Jonah (5) and Lilly (2) at their pub in Banagher, Co Offaly. Photo: Gerry Mooney...

Cam Thomas jabs Nets GM, lashes out at 'consensus ball hog' opinion in social media barrage
Brooklyn Nets restricted free agent guard Cam Thomas went on a social media barrage this week after a not-so-glowing opinion surfaced about his game at the offensive end of the floor, sparking a reaction that included a not-so-subtle jab at GM...
Darrell Issa addresses legislation and political figures in recent social media posts
Darrell Issa, U.S. Congressman representing California’s 48th district since 2021, recently made a series of statements on social media addressing legislative initiatives and political developments.On July 17, 2025, Issa wrote, "Ready to pass the...
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna addresses media outreach and commends public officials on social media
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Florida’s 13th district, made several public statements on July 18, 2025 via her social media account regarding ongoing media engagement and expressions of gratitude to public...

Cole Palmer and his girlfriend Connie Grace unfollow each other on social media - days after Chelsea star visited his Caribbean homeland for the first time and won the Club World Cup
By ADAM POGRUND Published: 09:25 EDT, 19 July 2025 | Updated: 09:56 EDT, 19 July 2025 Cole Palmer and his influencer girlfriend Connie Grace have unfollowed each other on social media just days after the Chelsea star won the Club World cup. The...

The Chicago Sky are trying to protect their players on social media. Here’s what that means
By Canadian Press on July 19, 2025. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Chicago Sky co-owner Nadia Rawlinson knew security concerns were serious. The Sky have physical security nearly 24 hours a day — around hotels, outside gyms, by buses and planes — but one of...

Internet experts raise concerns over popular social media street interview trend and local content creators
A woman stumbles out of a dingy public toilet at a park in Perth’s northern suburbs. Visibly shaken, she admits she was in the bathroom with a couple of “junkies” and had just copped a “couple of punches”. Then, a stranger with a microphone...

President Trump Diagnosed With Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Social Media Goes Too Far
Source: ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS / Getty On July 13, President Trump was spotted at MetLife Stadium during the FIFA Club World Cup final between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain. Eagle-eyed fans noticed that once he sat down, his baggy suit pants...

Mike Lee questions government role in personal finance with recent social media posts
Sen. Mike Lee, U.S. Senator for Utah | Official U.S. Senate headshotSen. Mike Lee, U.S. Senator for Utah | Official U.S. Senate headshot Senator Mike Lee posted a series of tweets on July 17 and 18, 2025, expressing skepticism toward government...

Social media 'predator' jailed for 20 years
ShareSave David Brennan, 41, has been jailed for 20 years A paedophile who blackmailed young girls into sexual acts has been jailed for 20 years. David Brennan, 41, of Hull, described by police as a "social media predator", chased girls as young...

Cole Palmer unfollows girlfriend Connie Grace on social media amid 'difficult ti
Chelsea FC and England striker Cole Palmer has unfollowed his girlfriend Connie Grace amid a 'difficult time off the pitch'. Palmer, who had come out publicly to state he was having a tough time, reportedly has broken up with Connie Grace. Watch...

Carlos Sainz drops 2-word reaction to Williams' "The class of 2025" social media post
Carlos Sainz's 2025 campaign with his new team, Williams, has not been off to a great start so far, as Alex Albon has emerged as the squad leader contrary to early expectations. The Grove-based squad posted its class of 2025 photo, with all its on...

Don Beyer highlights concerns over rising Virginia unemployment rates in July social media posts
Rep. Ralph Norman highlights economic impact and calls for transparency on social media
Rep. Ralph Norman, U.S. Congressman representing South Carolina’s 5th district since 2017, has used his social media platform in recent days to highlight legislative achievements and call for increased transparency and accountability in...

Richard Neal addresses Social Security and health care policy on social media

Spain has enough of Ryanair’s social media account which ‘publicly humiliates’ customers
A CHEEKY tweet from Ryanair España has ignited a firestorm of criticism in Spain, with some branding the low-cost carrier’s tone as humiliating. The message, posted to the company’s X account, tells passengers to ‘walk to your destination if you...

Brian Mast addresses conservation efforts and veteran support in recent social media posts

Cool photo spots, viral food videos: Malaysia plans to woo Chinese tourists via social media
PETALING JAYA – Plans are in the works to attract more tourists from China by using popular Chinese social media platforms like Xiaohongshu, WeChat, Weibo and Douyin. This includes partnerships with online influencers to target younger, tech-savvy...

ESPN, Tesla to Phillie Phanatic – how brands are enjoying ColdplayGate explode on social media
What started as an innocent “kiss cam” feature during a Coldplay concert quickly turned into a global internet spectacle. When the camera zoomed in on two individuals in the crowd-later identified as Andy Byron, CEO, and HR Chief Kristin Cabot of...

Varenya Borbora at 10 becomes Assam’s youngest Instagram star with 2 million followers and growing social media influence
Varenya Borbora, a talented 10-year-old from Jorhat, Assam, is taking the internet by storm with her confident communication skills and creative content. Known online as Vivacious Varenya, she has quickly gained popularity through her engaging...