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Who and what are in the Epstein files?

The latest drop of the files names more powerful people with ties to Jeffrey Epstein

04 Feb 2026,10 mins

Why people in China are seeking parental love from strangers

Millions are watching internet parent videos

03 Feb 2026,9 mins

Grammys: Chappell Roan stuns and Bad Bunny calls out ICE

The What in the World team take you inside their group chat

02 Feb 2026,8 mins

Is the US going to attack Iran?

And if they do, what could happen next?

30 Jan 2026,8 mins

Why young Indians are ditching clubbing for devotional concerts

Bhajan clubbing is India’s latest cultural trend

29 Jan 2026,8 mins

Why is measles on the rise?

It‘s partly down to vaccine hesitancy

28 Jan 2026,11 mins

Why are we all so stressed?

And how to feel better

27 Jan 2026,13 mins

ICE explained: What powers do its agents have?

Agents have killed two people in Minneapolis this month

26 Jan 2026,8 mins

Why does Donald Trump want Greenland?

What would that mean for the world?

23 Jan 2026,8 mins

The 'forever chemicals' lurking in our water and clothes

PFAS can also be found in our blood and our brains

22 Jan 2026,13 mins

Is IShowSpeed changing perceptions of Africa?

Fans say he’s challenging stereotypes about the continent

21 Jan 2026,12 mins

Should women be included in conscription?

Denmark has made women over 18 eligible for military conscription

20 Jan 2026,8 mins

Where’s the worst place you’ve ever gotten sick?

Bet you cant beat space!

19 Jan 2026,12 mins

Are BTS still the K-pop kings?

The comeback is finally here - how is the ARMY feeling?

16 Jan 2026,12 mins

How ultra-processed foods impact the body

How bad are they?

15 Jan 2026,12 mins

Is Grok undressing you?

The AI chatbot and the fake nudes

14 Jan 2026,10 mins

Why some people claim the Moon landing was faked

We debunk the conspiracy theory Kim Kardashian and others believe

13 Jan 2026,12 mins

Iran protests: What’s happening?

What is life like for young people in Iran?

12 Jan 2026,8 mins

All the single ladies, put your hands up

Boyfriends are actually embarrassing now (according to Vogue)

09 Jan 2026,13 mins

Why people learn English

And how it’s taking over the internet

08 Jan 2026,10 mins

Brick phones are so back

Why are so many of us trying to quit our smartphones?

07 Jan 2026,13 mins

Does using AI impact the environment?

Think water usage, and lots of energy.

06 Jan 2026,8 mins

Venezuela: What just happened?

US forces have taken the country’s leader, Nicholas Maduro, into custody

05 Jan 2026,8 mins

Switzerland ski resort fire: What we know so far

At least 40 people have died after a fire in a bar in Crans-Montana

02 Jan 2026,8 mins

Is fashion turning its back on body inclusivity?

Fashion trends, Y2K aesthetic and weight loss drugs all have an impact.

01 Jan 2026,12 mins

Do I need to heal my gut?

You don’t need to take social media diet advice too seriously

31 Dec 2025,12 mins

Why romantasy books are having a moment

It looks like it’s happily ever after for the genre…

30 Dec 2025,13 mins

How useful are your supplements?

Some critics say it's better to try and eat a balanced diet

29 Dec 2025,12 mins

Are we in our nostalgia era?

Is your nostalgic dream really just good marketing?

26 Dec 2025,12 mins

Why are we obsessed with personality types and labels?

These days the internet is full of tests that attempt to define who you are.

25 Dec 2025,11 mins

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