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Campaigners accuse TikTok lifestyle posts of steering girls towards OnlyFans
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A study reported by the Guardian in November 2026 alleged that popular OnlyFans performers used coded references and luxury lifestyle posts on TikTok to promote adult content. TikTok said it prohibited sexual content and had safeguards designed to protect teenagers.
Science
Guardian podcast examines social media claims linking appearance to low iron
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A Guardian science podcast examines “ferritin face”, a social media trend linking dark circles, breaking hair and dry skin to iron deficiency. Its description introduces expert discussion of diagnosis and treatment but does not provide the medical conclusions.
Culture
Andy Field’s daily horse drawings turn artistic mishaps into an online hit
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Comedian Andy Field began drawing horses during his Edinburgh fringe run despite having little confidence in his artistic skills. Now nearing 80 daily instalments, his playful social-media series has attracted millions of views and encouraged some viewers to draw themselves.