A 15-year-old with a disability argues that proposed social media age restrictions would sever a vital connection to community and support. Read why she says the government's plan is misguided.
Netflix subscribers face a festive blow as Friends, The Big Bang Theory, and other hits depart the platform on December 30. Discover the full list and where to watch them next.
Netflix plans a monumental $82.7bn takeover of Warner Bros assets. We analyse the deal and the troubled Warner Bros Discovery merger that preceded it. Read the full story.
First Minister John Swinney mounts a robust defence of migration's economic benefits as support for Reform UK grows ahead of May's Holyrood election. Read his full argument.
A reader reflects on the artful landscape of Zelda's Breath of the Wild era as Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment marks its conclusion. Discover why this map remains legendary.
Dr Mark Harvey has described over 1,000 new species, mostly arachnids. His taxonomic work is vital for conservation, revealing a hidden world of biodiversity. Discover his incredible legacy.
Spotify Wrapped's 'Listening Age' feature is sparking confusion. Users who streamed artists like Sabrina Carpenter are being told their musical taste is decades older. Discover why the algorithm misfires.
Netflix is now the frontrunner to acquire Warner Bros Discovery's streaming and studio assets in a move that would reshape Hollywood. The deal includes a $5bn breakup fee.
Freya, 40, shares her 7-day sex diary, revealing the realities of her husband's lower libido, night shifts, and their open marriage talks. Read her candid story.
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.
A 3,500-pound bronze RoboCop statue now stands guard in Detroit's Eastern Market, culminating a 15-year fan-driven campaign. Discover the story behind this cinematic tribute.
Spotify's new 'listening age' feature in Wrapped has UK users amused and bemused, while Taylor Swift secures her third consecutive year as the most-streamed artist. Discover the data and the debate.
Spotify Wrapped's new feature calculates your 'listening age' based on your habits. The Guardian wants to hear how your music taste has evolved. Share your story anonymously.
Legendary Canadian undersea explorer Joe MacInnis, 88, shares profound insights from a life of discovery, from the Titanic to the North Pole, revealing how the 'cruel sea' is our greatest teacher. Discover his urgent message for our planet.
Ofcom has issued a £1m fine to adult website operator AVS for inadequate age checks. New data reveals the impact of the Online Safety Act on protecting children online. Read the full report.
AVS Group Ltd hit with a £1m fine plus daily penalties for failing to implement robust age verification. Ofcom demands changes within 72 hours to protect children online.
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.
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.
Friends is leaving Netflix UK on December 30. Discover why it's going, the impact on fans, and where you can stream all ten seasons in the new year.
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.
Sienna Miller and Oli Green reveal second pregnancy at Fashion Awards 2025. Explore their 15-year age gap relationship, from meeting at a Halloween party to growing family.
Dame Joanna Lumley calls loneliness a 'crisis hidden in plain sight' as Age UK polling reveals 1.5 million older people will eat Christmas dinner alone. Join the campaign to help.
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.
TalkTV's Peter Cardwell used a MyHeritage DNA kit, uncovering a saga from Ulster Plantations to a great-uncle lost in WWII. Discover your own story.
New research reveals how age gaps and specific hobbies impact modern dating. Discover what really matters when seeking love in today's relationship landscape.
NASA scientists detect electrical discharges in Martian atmosphere using Perseverance rover's instruments. Discovery could impact future human exploration and understanding of Mars climate.
A record 3.7 million applicants in China are competing for just 38,100 civil service roles, highlighting a major shift towards job security amid economic uncertainty. Discover the driving forces behind this trend.
Archaeologists prove Durrington pit circle was created by humans using novel scientific techniques. Discover how this massive prehistoric structure reveals Neolithic cosmology.
After 900 years, researchers reveal how Easter Island's massive moai statues were moved using rope-rocking method. Discover the ancient secrets of Rapa Nui engineering.
Cambridge neuroscientists reveal adulthood begins at 32, not 18. Discover the brain science behind this shift and the 9 signs you've finally grown up.