Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Explained
Australia plans to ban social media for under-16s. Our guide explains when it starts, which apps are included, and how it will work. Stay informed on this major policy shift.
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Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: The Inside Story
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s takes effect 10 December. Discover how the law passed swiftly and which major platforms have agreed to comply.
Man jailed for grooming girls on Snapchat
Tye Hunt, 23, has been sentenced to nearly three years for using Snapchat to groom two young girls. The court heard of the devastating impact on his victims. Learn more about the case and support available.
Cronulla Riots: 20 Years On, Has Australia Changed?
Two decades after Australia's worst race riots erupted at Cronulla Beach, we examine if underlying racial tensions have truly been addressed or if social media now fuels the same hatred.
Five Teens Challenge Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban
Five Australian teenagers are legally challenging a new law banning under-16s from social media. Explore the landmark case, its arguments, and the global implications for digital rights.
Australia's 2026 World Cup Group: USA, Paraguay, Playoff
Australia will face the USA, Paraguay, and a European playoff winner in Group D of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Discover the key fixtures and historic matchups awaiting the Socceroos.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Begins Next Week
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s from next Wednesday. The law, sparked by tragedy, aims to protect mental health but faces fierce opposition. Could the UK follow?
Australia's Tough New Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia enforces one of the world's strictest social media bans for children under 16 this week. We explore the mental health crisis behind the law, its impact on young influencers, and the fierce debate it has ignited.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Begins Next Week
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s next Wednesday, aiming to protect children from addiction and cyberbullying. The landmark law sparks fierce debate.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: Key Details
Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Here's how it will work, which platforms are included, and what it means for users. Get the full explainer.
Russia blocks Snapchat and restricts Apple FaceTime
Russian regulator Roskomnadzor blocks Snapchat and restricts Apple FaceTime, citing terror and crime concerns. This is the latest move in a sweeping internet control campaign. Read the full details.
Australia Debates Under-16 Social Media Ban
Australia's Young Nationals propose a ban on social media for under-16s, citing mental health risks. Critics argue it could push children to riskier platforms. Read the full debate.
Trump's 2025 Immigration Ban Targets Seven Nations
President Donald Trump signs a sweeping executive order to ban immigration from seven Muslim-majority countries. Read the full details and potential consequences.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Explained
Australia is set to ban under-16s from social media from 10 December 2025. We examine how it works, the controversy, and whether the UK could follow suit.
Trump calls Somali immigrants 'garbage', halts immigration
President Trump's xenophobic cabinet rant and a sweeping halt to immigration from 19 nations, including Somalia, marks a severe escalation in US policy. Follow the latest developments and impacts.
Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens Begins 10 Dec
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. We explain which platforms are included, how age checks work, and if a delay is possible. Get the full details.
Gambling reform fails to deter Australia's heaviest betters
New research shows Australia's credit card betting ban had minimal impact on high-spending gamblers, who simply switched payment methods. Experts call for stronger action.
Australia's social media ban for under-16s set to widen
Australia's pioneering under-16s social media ban begins 10 Dec, with more platforms like Lemon8 to be added. Minister Anika Wells admits a 'sieve' effect but vows fines up to $50m.
Meta deactivates under-16 accounts in Australia's social media ban
Meta is notifying underage Instagram and Facebook users in Australia that their accounts will be deactivated under new laws. Discover how the age verification process works and its implications.
Victoria to Ban Unnecessary Intersex Child Surgery
Victoria, Australia, is set to introduce landmark laws banning medically unnecessary surgeries on intersex children. The move follows a damning inquiry and aims to protect bodily autonomy. Read the full report.
Four-year-old missing for two months in Australian outback
Four-year-old Gus Lamont vanished from his family's remote South Australian homestead two months ago. Police continue one of state's largest missing person searches.
Australia's Cummins & Khawaja Fitness Mystery
Confusion surrounds Pat Cummins and Usman Khawaja's fitness for the second Ashes Test. Why is Cricket Australia's communication so opaque? Discover the latest updates.
Teens Challenge Australia's Social Media Ban
Two 15-year-olds launch a High Court challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Read the latest.
Teens fight Australia's social media ban in High Court
Two 15-year-olds launch a landmark legal challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Discover the constitutional fight.
NSW bushfire risk reaches catastrophic level, schools closed
New South Wales confronts its most severe bushfire conditions in over two years, prompting widespread school closures and total fire bans. Stay informed about emergency updates.
2025 BirdLife Australia Photography Award Winners
Discover the stunning winners of the 2025 BirdLife Australia photography awards, from a preening brush turkey to a wise cassowary. These captivating images support vital bird conservation programmes across Australia.
Snapchat to block 440k Australian under-16 users
Australian Snapchat users under 16 face account lockdown from 10 December 2025. Learn how age verification works and appeal options if wrongly banned.
UK Petrol and Diesel Car Ban Moved to 2030
Labour confirms the ban on new petrol and diesel car sales will start in 2030, five years earlier than planned. Get the latest on the EV transition and industry concerns.
Australia's Social Media Ban: Concerns Over Effectiveness
Australia's government pushes ahead with controversial social media ban for under-16s, but experts question whether it will deliver promised protections.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Explained
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Discover which platforms are included, how age checks work, and the appeal process for wrongful bans.
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