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PNG considers social media age restrictions

Papua New Guinea considers imposing age restrictions on social media platforms, sparking fierce debate between child protection advocates and free speech campaigners.

Australia sues TikTok, Instagram over youth mental health

Australia launches landmark legal battle against TikTok and Instagram, accusing them of deliberately addicting children to their platforms while demanding billions in compensation for the mental health damage caused.

Australia's Social Media Ban Loophole Exposed for Under-16s

A critical loophole in Australia's new social media age verification law allows minors to easily access harmful content, including gambling and violent far-right material, by simply browsing without an account, experts warn.

Russia Plans Rival 'Intervision' Song Contest After Ban

Russia is developing a new 'Intervision' song contest with allies like China and Belarus, a direct response to its ongoing exclusion from the Eurovision Song Contest. This move signals a deepening cultural divide.

British Beards Triumph at European Championships

Hairy victory for Team UK! British beard enthusiasts have scooped top honours at the prestigious European Beard and Moustache Championships in Belgium, showcasing an incredible array of artistic facial hair styles.

Putin Launches 'Russovision' After Eurovision Ban

Vladimir Putin has greenlit a patriotic Russian alternative to the Eurovision Song Contest, dubbing it 'Russovision', after the nation was once again barred from the glitzy international competition over its war in Ukraine.

Instagram censors plus-size model, sparking global backlash

Instagram is under fire after censoring a post by Italian plus-size model Natascia Maesi for 'violating nudity policies', sparking accusations of body-shaming and discriminatory algorithms. The incident has ignited a global conversation on digital censors

Russia and China Launch Rival 'Intervision' Song Contest

Russia, China, India, and Belarus are forming a rival 'Intervision' song contest as a cultural counterweight to the Western-dominated Eurovision, signalling a new front in the global battle for soft power influence.

UK Social Care System At Breaking Point - Report Warns

A devastating report reveals Britain's adult social care system is at breaking point, with chronic underfunding and staff shortages leaving vulnerable adults at risk. Experts warn of a 'deepening crisis' requiring urgent government action.

BBC in Eurovision boycott crisis over Israel hosting

The BBC faces a major dilemma as European broadcasters threaten to boycott the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest if held in Israel. Internal debates rage over balancing artistic independence with political pressures.

Florida Bans TikTok for Children Under 14

Florida enacts one of America's strictest social media laws, prohibiting children under 14 from using platforms like TikTok and Instagram, mandating age verification, and allowing account deletion.

Stripper Sues Elderly Lover's Estate for £1.5M

Melanie Sterling, a former Las Vegas stripper, is suing the estate of her 86-year-old lover, claiming he promised her £1.5 million. The family alleges undue influence in a dramatic courtroom clash over his fortune.

Facebook Singles Pages Exposed: Predators' Playground

A Daily Mail investigation exposes the dark underbelly of Facebook's local singles groups, revealing rampant sexual predation, fraudulent activity, and explicit content targeting vulnerable users seeking companionship.

California Bill Mandates Social Media Health Warnings

California lawmakers advance a groundbreaking bill to mandate health warnings on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, aiming to combat the youth mental health crisis. A potential blueprint for the UK?

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