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 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Taxi drivers paid £25 per migrant in smuggling plot
A smuggling kingpin who made £287,000 using London taxi drivers to transport migrants to Kent for illegal Channel crossings has been jailed for nearly 11 years. Read the full investigation.
Women caught after sharing police appeal on Facebook
Two women who failed to pay a £38 taxi fare were identified after one shared a police appeal featuring their own faces. Read the full story of their court appearance.
Taxi driver smuggling ring boss jailed for 11 years
Madjid Belabes sentenced to nearly 11 years for running criminal network that smuggled migrants to France using taxi drivers. Read the full investigation details.
UK bans asylum seekers' taxi use for medical trips
New rules restrict asylum seekers from using taxis for medical appointments, forcing bus use instead. The Home Office aims to cut £15.8m annual costs. Learn about the changes.
UK bans taxis for asylum seeker medical journeys
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces ban on taxi use for asylum seekers' medical trips, restricting to exceptional cases only. New rules aim to save taxpayer money from February.
Sydney Airport Taxi Crisis: Short Fare Refusals
Exclusive investigation reveals Sydney airport taxi drivers routinely refuse short fares, leaving passengers stranded and sparking industry-wide debate about queue system fairness.
Venezuela bans 6 airlines in escalating US tensions
Venezuela revokes operational permits for six international carriers after they suspended flights following US safety warnings. Read the latest developments.
Jakarta dog meat ban divides activists and locals
Jakarta bans dog meat trade to combat rabies, sparking debate between animal rights groups and traditional consumers who fear it will drive the practice underground.
Sally Rooney faces UK book ban over Palestine support
Author Sally Rooney warns her books may disappear from UK stores due to her financial backing of proscribed group Palestine Action, citing a severe threat to artistic freedom.
16 Bus Routes Rerouted in Oxford Street Pedestrianisation
London's Oxford Street pedestrianisation moves forward with 16 bus routes facing changes. TfL consultation open for public feedback on the 2026 transformation plan.
Teens fight Australian social media ban in High Court
Two 15-year-olds are seeking an urgent injunction against Australia's under-16s social media ban, arguing it violates constitutional rights to political communication.
EU Parliament Votes for Social Media Under-16s Ban
The European Parliament has called for a ban on social media for children under 16 to combat mental health risks from addictive platforms. Discover the details.
Horror Game Horses Banned From Steam, Heads to Epic
Italian horror game Horses faces Steam ban over explicit content concerns, launching December 2 on Epic Games Store. Developer fears financial collapse without Steam access.
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.
NSW Faces Catastrophic Fire Warning Amid Parliament Rush
New South Wales experiences first catastrophic fire warning in two years as Labor and Greens negotiate environment protection laws in parliament's final days.
Ronaldo free for World Cup after ban reprieve
Cristiano Ronaldo is eligible for Portugal's World Cup opener after Fifa suspended two games of his three-match ban for a red card against the Republic of Ireland. Discover the details.
Judge removed from Palestine Action legal challenge
Last-minute removal of judge from Palestine Action proscription case raises serious questions about judicial transparency and independence in the UK legal system.
North Dakota Supreme Court Revives Abortion Ban
North Dakota's Supreme Court has reinstated a near-total abortion ban, making it a felony for doctors. Learn about the ruling's impact and the clinic forced to move.
Far-right senator's burqa stunt causes Senate outrage
Australian far-right senator Pauline Hanson wears a burqa in parliament, provoking anger and suspension of proceedings. Explore the backlash and calls for a national ban.
Bookmakers won't desert football over sponsor ban
West Ham sponsor BoyleSports says the gambling industry remains committed to football despite the Premier League's front-of-shirt sponsor ban. Discover the future of sports partnerships.
Driver banned after misted windscreen causes glue spill
A trucker has been banned from driving for 18 months after crashing his glue-laden lorry into a minivan due to poor visibility from a misted windscreen. Read the full investigation.
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