The new president of Nintendo America is called Bowser
Nintendo of America (NoA) have appointed a new president called Bowser, the same name as the arch-nemesis of the video game manufacturer’s perennial hero Mario.
Watch: Baby melts hearts on Twitter with joyous reaction to mirror
A baby’s joyous relationship with her reflection is taking the internet by storm.
Huge billboard in Brussels to remind Theresa May she supported Remain
Theresa May will be met with a 132-square-metre reminder she supported Remain on her visit to Brussels on Wednesday evening after a British activist group paid for a huge advertisement in the city centre.
EastEnders fans mourn Dr Legg after his ‘beautiful’ and topical death
Long-time EastEnders character Dr Harold Legg has died in a topical and “beautiful” scene which has moved fans.
Home Office swamped by sarcastic Valentine’s Day messages on Twitter
Disgruntled Twitter users have been sending sarcastic Valentine’s Day messages to the Home Office after an old tweet resurfaced about “sham” marriages.
Transcript reveals touching advice Gordon Banks offered a young goalkeeper
A previously unpublished interview transcript has revealed heartfelt advice Gordon Banks offered to a young goalkeeper he had never met.
This guy’s tale of flowers at work will give you second-hand embarrassment
One man’s tale of his first day at work has the internet simultaneously roaring with laughter and cringing with embarrassment.
Man left talking to dog on FaceTime after girlfriend falls asleep
A boyfriend’s video phonecall with his sleepy girlfriend has delivered him to viral stardom, after she fell asleep and her dog took over the conversation.
Shoppers get the giggles as M&S launches ‘love sausage’ for Valentine’s Day
Marks and Spencer has been met with an amused response after it released a “love sausage” product for Valentine’s Day.
MPs criticise Government as Commons finishes four hours early
Ministers came under fire after the House of Commons rose more than four hours early despite Brexit uncertainty.
Alex Scott responds to punditry backlash after Super Sunday appearance
Former Arsenal Women captain Alex Scott has thanked those who supported her after negative comments were made about her Super Sunday appearance at the weekend.
Pixar’s latest short film surprises viewers with colourful language
Pixar’s latest animation has wowed viewers not only with its original storytelling, but also with the language it includes.
Yoko Ono asked Twitter for life advice – the responses were surprisingly helpful
Everyone needs a little bit of advice from time to time – even famous artists like Yoko Ono.
Frozen pants challenge gives Americans light relief in polar vortex
The US has seen temperatures plummet in recent weeks, but Americans have come up with a novel way to have some fun in the harsh conditions.
James Milner strikes Twitter gold with Eminem response to Stan fan
James Milner channelled his inner Slim Shady as he tweeted a fan who got him “confused” with Luis Suarez.
Shopper sends empty hand after retailer asks for photo evidence of missing item
A shopper sent a retailer a picture of their empty hand after the online store asked for photographic evidence of their item not arriving.
People share their annoyances with #ThingsIWouldBan
People are sharing the one thing they would like to abolish from the world by joining in with the latest Twitter trend.
Why people think a classic dance anthem is actually about Ainsley Harriott
A viral Twitter post has sparked consternation in the world of music, thanks to a novel rethink of a classic dance track that involves Ainsley Harriott.
Liverpool fan, 8, ‘overwhelmed’ by club’s birthday wishes
A young Liverpool fan was “overwhelmed” by the response from his club after fans and players alike messaged him for his eighth birthday.
Meet Mr Uekusa, the comedian who hilariously reinvented the tablecloth trick
Kazuhisa Uekusa is a unique breed of daredevil performer.
10 imaginative and hilarious first lines for an autobiography
If you were to write an autobiography, what would be your first line? This is a question which has been puzzling Twitter users, and these are some of the most entertaining ideas they came up with. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Just a few ways to grab someone’s attention.
Georginio Wijnaldum catches fan tweeting about him on easyJet flight
Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum has caught a fan tweeting about him on an easyJet flight.
Father and four-year-old son film fun tribute to Frozen in matching costumes
A father from Norway has been praised for posting a heartwarming viral video of him and his son dancing to Let It Go from the Disney film Frozen dressed like Queen Elsa.
The Dude abides: Jeff Bridges drops hint for The Big Lebowski sequel
Jeff Bridges has posted a video of himself as his character The Dude as he hinted at a possible sequel to cult classic The Big Lebowski.
The word ‘really’ is really getting overused in a new meme
The word “really” is enjoying something of a purple patch on social media, as a new meme utilises it to a gluttonous degree.
Under-fire Scotrail apologised to customers every 15 minutes during day of travel chaos
Sorry seems to be the hardest word, according to a famous Elton John song.
Social media ‘breeding ground’ for negative messages about vaccines
Social media is helping spread “misleading and dangerous information” to the public about vaccines, a new report has suggested.
Trump has a new rhyming slogan for his wall, and people are responding in kind
Donald Trump has urged people to use the phrase “Build a wall and crime will fall” with regards to his proposed wall between the US and Mexico.
BBC talents take to Twitter to highlight criticism by MPs over equal pay
Former BBC China editor Carrie Gracie has voiced frustration at the broadcaster’s delays in tackling a “secretive illegal pay culture”.
Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah appears to delete social media accounts
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah appears to have deleted his social media accounts.
French footballer rebukes Twitter critic over Emiliano Sala tributes
A French footballer has passionately defended the outpouring of tributes for “inspirational” missing footballer Emiliano Sala.
‘Say hi for me!’: Paul Pogba responds after meeting fan’s oblivious parents
Paul Pogba has responded to an Australian football fan whose parents went viral after posing for a photo with the Manchester United star, despite having no idea who he was.