• A 12-year-old Argentinian girl has died as a result of a “choking” challenge popular on TikTok. She was found dead in her home having choked to death in a makeshift noose.
• “Also known as the “blackout challenge,” this dangerous stunt encourages internet clout-seekers to asphyxiate themselves until passing out. Experts have warned that the bizarre viral trend is dangerous — and can result in fainting, brain damage, seizures and worse,” according to the New York Post.
• “We are inconsolable [because] we gave her so much love,” said the girl’s aunt.

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