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It's pretty much impossible to hear Charli D'Amelio's name without thinking of TikTok. The 16-year-old shot to fame by becoming the most-followed person on the platform and popularizing several trendy dances. But that kind of attention can be a double-edged sword, and Charlie D'Amelio's quotes about losing passion for TikTok after receiving hate are a sad update.Read Full StoryTiktokPodcastCharlie D'amelioCelebritiesFamily FunThe PassionTikTokCharlie D'AmelioOnline NegativityQuotesVideosDancesStarBacklashSocialCharli D'amelioDixie D'amelioCharli Xcx

Piers Morgan is making headlines all over the world this week after he left his job on ITV's Good Morning Britain amid backlash over his comments about Meghan Markle. The U.K. network announced that Morgan was stepping down after he stormed out of the studio during his live show on Tuesday.Read Full StoryCnnCelebritiesPrime-timeBritish Royal FamilyITVBacklash For CommentsCNNGMBOfcomThe New York TimesAmericanThe U.K. MorganThe Daily MirrorIraqiDisappointing RatingsPiers MorganMeghan MarklePrince HarryOprah WinfreyLarry King

Martin Luther King Jr.’s daughter, Bernice, praised Justin Bieber on Twitter for supporting the King Center amidst backlash to him using MLK audio on ‘Justice’. Bernice King shared support for Justin Bieber amidst backlash to his new album Justice, which features clips from her father, Martin Luther King Jr.‘s speeches. Rather than criticizing him for the controversial audio, Bernice focused on Justin’s announcement that the would be “supporting organizations that embody what justice looks like in action,” including The King Center. Bernice, the center’s CEO, praised Justin for his pledge.Read Full StoryMlk Jr.BacklashCelebritiesKing JusticeSings With [email protected] SunMLK InterludeSpeechesInjusticeCampaignClipsPledgeCEOJustin BieberMartin Luther King Jr.Bernice KingHailey BaldwinMartin Luther King

Good morning. The sexual misconduct crisis engulfing Canberra shows no sign of abating as the prime minister ponders cabinet changes, a NSW state government member faces sexual assault allegations, and the US vice-president makes an impassioned plea to stop gun crimes. The NSW Nationals MP Michael Johnsen has taken leave...Read Full StoryNswDark MofoGuardian AustraliaEuropean UnionPoliticsFederal CabinetBacklashLaborCongressDemocratsRepublicanDemocraticHouseSenateIndustry Super AustraliaMichael JohnsenTrish DoyleCatherine CusackChristian PorterLinda ReynoldsScott MorrisonAnne RustonJane HumeKaren AndrewsSussan LeyKamala HarrisJoe BidenBenjamin NetanyahuAlexei NavalnyEllyse PerrySam KerrHunterMeg Lanning

(CNN) — Kylie Jenner seeking support for a GoFundMe effort aimed at helping pay medical bills for makeup artist Samuel Rauda did not go over well. Jenner recently shared an Instagram story seeking prayers for Rauda and directing her 222 million followers to a GoFundMe started to help pay his medical bills.Read Full StoryGofundmeBacklashCelebritiesCharityKylie CosmeticsGoFundMeInstagramCNNForbesMillion FollowersSocial MediaMoneyScreenshotsWomenFacesKylie Jenner

Alex Beresford has been pictured for the first time since his on-air spat with Piers Morgan - that led to his Good Morning Britain co-star quitting the show hours later.The GMB weatherman looked glum as he headed out for some fresh air in his hometown of Bristol amid the controversy that has made headlines on both sides of the Atlantic.Alex, 40, appeared deep in thought as he took a stroll dressed in a smart blue suit and white trainers while clasping his mobile phone.The TV star's appearance came shortly after he released a statement explaining his feelings on Piers leaving GMB for good after they clashed live on air.Alex Beresford seen for the first time since his on-air row with Piers Morgan (Image: Mike / SplashNews.com)Alex told viewers he did not expect Piers to quit over their disagreement (Image: Mike / SplashNews.com)They came to blows after Alex suggested Piers had a chip on his shoulder for his continuous rants about Meghan Markle. He had branded Piers' conduct 'diabolical' and said his opinions on her mental health battle were 'way off the mark.'In his statement, Alex admitted that he and Piers had a 'lively' and 'cheeky' relationship that saw them disagree on numerous issues, though he never expected him to leave the show.Following days of rumours about Piers' sudden departure, Alex took to Twitter to update fans. He wrote: "There is so much that could be said. Piers' departure sincerely wasn't the conclusion I was hoping for."Over the last few years, Piers and I have had a lively, cheeky on-air relationship. We both wanted to be on the show Tuesday morning, and from our very public conversations on Twitter, we both knew how strongly our opinions differed on the treatment of Harry and Meghan pre and post the interview that has split the world.Alex looked deep in thought as he headed out for some fresh air after releasing a statement on this week's dramatic events (Image: Mike / SplashNews.com)"I hoped we could reach a place of understanding. It's sad that we weren't able to get there, but challenging his opinion was not an outrage. On this occasion, we have to agree to disagree."I didn't want him to quit, but I did want him to listen."Personally, Piers has always supported my growth. He's given me advice on several occasions and for that I am grateful. I wish him well!"His statement came after his clash with Piers over Meghan Markle's mental health battle has made headlines in the UK and abroad.Piers spent two episodes of Good Morning Britain raving about Meghan and Harry before walking off set when challenged by his co-starAlex Beresford jumped in to defend Meghan from Piers' commentary (Image: ITV)Despite backlash from viewers and mental health charity Mind, Piers has stood by his opinion that the Duchess of Sussex wasn't being truthful in her interview with Oprah Winfrey.The Mirror revealed earlier that week that Piers stood down from his job after refuseing to apologise for his comments live on air .Sources at the show claimed Piers had been instructed to say sorry by bosses but he refused to follow orders.Piers walked off set following comments by Alex that he had "trashed" MeghanHe questioned The Duchess' account of how she felt as though she 'didn't want to be here' during her time in the Royal Family (Image: Courtesy of Harpo Productions/CBS)The Duchess of Sussex is said to have formally complained to ITV about his conduct.US website Deadline quoted an ITV Studios insider as saying ITV boss Kevin Lygo had forced Morgan out.The source said: “He was definitely pushed. Pushed in that Kevin agreed he should go. Quite a few people in that studio didn’t like Piers.”GmbBritish Royal FamilyCelebritiesStarBristolGMBTwitterMirrorITV StudiosSussexGlumRumoursBossesBlowsBacklashAlex BeresfordPiers MorganMeghan MarkleOprah Winfrey

Anthony Mundine has used his retirement announcement to apologise for his “dumb” and hurtful remarks about the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the US. One of Australia’s most polarising athletes, Mundine’s claim in October 2001 that “America’s brought it upon themselves” haunted him for the rest of his boxing career. “They...Read Full StoryBoxing9/11CombatBacklashRugby League PremiershipNSW State Of Origin StarMundine Gosh ManagementSuicide Call Back ServiceRetirement MundineAustraliaSydneyTerrorist AttacksAmericaReligionGodAnthony Mundine

After a backlash from students and families against legislation to limit Bright Futures scholarships and other financial aid for college students enrolled in majors the state thinks would “not lead directly to employment,” the bill’s sponsor has struck the most controversial parts from his proposal. Sen. Dennis Baxley, R-Ocala, filed...Read Full StoryBacklashLegislatureEducation SystemState LawmakersState CollegesSenate LeadersState UniversitiesAdvanced PlacementDemocratsThe Board Of GovernorsThe Board Of EducationThe Independent CollegesOrlandoSentinel.comThe Florida Lottery8:01 AM SenateDennis BaxleyRon Desantis

'We need to have those voices that risk being offensive,' says the actor, who portrayed the villainous Lord Voldemort. Add Lord Voldemort himself to the very small number of Harry Potter stars who are coming out in defense of the boy wizard's creator, J.K. Rowling, after her anti-trans comments lit a firestorm in Potter fandom and beyond.Read Full StoryTrans WomenTrans PeopleJ.k. RowlingCelebritiesLord VoldemortTERFThe Radio TimesTwitterWarner Bros.GLAADHarry Potter StarsPotter FandomTrans MenBacklashStarRalph FiennesRobbie ColtraneDaniel RadcliffeEmma WatsonRupert GrintKatie LeungBonnie WrightEddie RedmayneGrintEvanna LynchJo Potter

Former Tonight Show host Jay Leno has apologized for a series of offensive jokes told about Asians over the course of his decades-long career in comedy. Complaints about Leno's jokes are not new, as the apology comes after a 15-year campaign from the activist group Media Action Network for Asian Americans (MANAA). While the comedian always preferred to ignore these concerns in the past, the recent tragedy that left several Asian women dead in Atlanta appears to have altered Leno's perspective.Read Full StoryAsian PeopleStereotypesCelebritiesAmerican CultureBacklashKorean WomenAsiansMedia Action NetworkAsian AmericansMANAAFox Television StationsVarietyOffensive JokesComedianComedyJay LenoGuy AokiSimon CowellTom Werner