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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.

ABC's Matt Gutman criticised for hostile Charlie Kirk interview

ABC News correspondent Matt Gutman is under fire for a heated and confrontational interview with Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk, accused of abandoning journalistic impartiality and resorting to personal attacks during a segment on political violence.

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.

Inside Israel's Media Bubble: A Tale of Two Realities

An in-depth analysis reveals how Israel's tightly controlled media environment and sophisticated digital strategy create a starkly different reality for its citizens, challenging global diplomacy and the very nature of modern warfare.

Right-Wing Media’s Systematic Assault on US Journalism Exposed

A damning new report reveals how a powerful network of right-wing news outlets, led by figures like Steve Bannon and Charlie Kirk, is systematically eroding trust in mainstream journalism and democratic institutions across the United States.

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?

Charlie Kirk Shooting: Right-Wing Media Reaction

An in-depth analysis of the US right-wing media's explosive response to the shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, revealing deep political fractures and conspiracy theories.

New App Shields Kids From Toxic Social Media Algorithms

A groundbreaking new app, developed with UK government backing, is set to revolutionise child online safety. 'Shield' gives children and parents unprecedented control over social media feeds, muting harmful algorithms to protect young mental health from t

Snapchat exposed as hub for open drug dealing

A damning investigation from Denmark reveals how Snapchat's features are being exploited by drug dealers to operate with impunity, raising serious child safety concerns.

Reform UK bans Nottinghamshire Live in media blacklist row

Nigel Farage's Reform UK party has imposed a media blackout on Nottinghamshire Live, accusing the outlet of 'biased reporting' and sparking a fierce debate about press freedom and political censorship in British journalism.

ABC Australia sacks producer over anti-Israel posts

ABC Australia has terminated senior producer Nabil Al-Nashar following the discovery of social media posts supporting pro-Palestine marches. The national broadcaster confirms breach of impartiality guidelines.

Australia's Social Media Age Verify Trial Finds 'Inevitable' Flaws

A landmark Australian trial of age-assurance technology for social media access has reported significant accuracy issues, casting doubt on the feasibility of a blanket ban for under-16s. The findings highlight a critical tension between online safety and

US City Sues Meta and Google Over Youth Mental Health Crisis

The US city of Providence, Rhode Island, has launched a landmark lawsuit against Meta, Google, YouTube, and Instagram's parent companies, alleging their algorithms have created a youth mental health epidemic. The suit seeks financial compensation for the

Minnesota Sues TikTok Over Youth Mental Health Harms

Minnesota's Attorney General Keith Ellison launches a groundbreaking lawsuit against TikTok, alleging its addictive algorithm and 'challenge' features are creating a youth mental health crisis. The state demands sweeping changes to the platform's operatio

Australia proposes social media ban for under-16s

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces sweeping restrictions on social media access for children under 16, citing mental health risks. Experts weigh in on the controversial plan.

MPs Push for Social Media Ban for Under-16s

A cross-party group of MPs is calling for a ban on social media for children under 16, citing mental health risks and online safety concerns. Discover the debate and potential policy changes.

Right-Wing Media Pivots to Farage's Reform UK

Major right-wing outlets in the UK are pivoting towards Nigel Farage and Reform UK, signalling a potential realignment in Conservative media support ahead of the next election.

Colbert Faces Backlash Over Anti-Trump Bias

Critics accuse Stephen Colbert of turning 'The Late Show' into a platform for liberal voices, with guests overwhelmingly favouring left-leaning views and frequent anti-Trump rhetoric.

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