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What was the nickname of News of the World due to its focus on sex scandals?

  • Screws of the World

  • News of the Scandals

  • Tabloid of Temptation

  • Gossip Gazette

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News of the World was nicknamed "Screws of the World" due to its focus on sex scandals and prurient content. The newspaper was known for its celebrity scoops, gossip, and populist news.
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