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France Plans Social Media Ban for Under-15s

President Macron's government will propose a law to ban social media for under-15s and mobile phones in high schools from 2026, following Australia's lead. Read the full details.

Labour Weighs Social Media Ban for Under-16s

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is closely monitoring Australia's world-first law banning under-16s from platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Could the UK follow suit?

Best Australian Books of 2025 Revealed

Discover the standout Australian books of 2025, featuring powerful debuts, celebrated authors, and the year's most compelling literary achievements. Explore the list now.

Teens React to Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban

As Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s begins on 10 December, five teenagers share their mixed feelings on the 'delay' policy, its impact on connection, and what they believe the government should do instead.

Wrongful Social Media Closures Hit Australians

Australians are being locked out of their social media accounts due to flawed AI moderation. Learn about the legal fight for digital rights and how to protect your account.

800,000 UK nursery children on social media

Shocking analysis shows hundreds of thousands of children aged 3-5 are on social media. Experts warn of adult-targeted algorithms and call for urgent action to protect young minds.

New Study Debunks Social Media Addiction Myth

New research reveals excessive social media use is often a habit, not an addiction. Discover the real impact on mental health and why so many feel hooked. Read the full story.

Study: Instagram use is habit, not addiction

New research finds excessive social media use is often a conditioned habit rather than a true addiction. Discover how this changes responsibility and what it means for UK teens.

ABC Accused of Editing Trump Speech

Australian broadcaster ABC faces allegations it edited Donald Trump's January 6 speech. Critics claim misleading editing while ABC defends its journalism. Read the full analysis.

Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%

New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.

ABC exec in Lattouf case paid £836k for 8 months

Shocking remuneration figures revealed in ABC annual report show massive payout to executive who dismissed journalist Antoinette Lattouf, raising questions about broadcaster's spending priorities.

Sandilands' loose lips spark Channel Nine fury

Shockwaves ripple through Australian television as KIIS FM host Kyle Sandilands drops bombshell about Karl Stefanovic's future at Channel Nine during ARN Upfronts, leaving executives fuming and careers hanging in the balance.

Albanese's Trump-style media blast in press conference

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese deploys Donald Trump-esque rhetoric against journalists during tense press briefing, accusing media of misrepresentation while defending his government's record.

PM's Joy Division shirt sparks 'tone-deaf' criticism

Anthony Albanese faces backlash after wearing iconic post-punk band shirt while Australians struggle with cost-of-living pressures. Deputy PM Sussan Ley leads criticism calling it 'out of touch'.

John Dickerson exits CBS News for The Free Press

In a stunning career move, esteemed journalist John Dickerson leaves CBS News after eight years to join The Free Press, founded by former New York Times writer Bari Weiss. The political commentator's exit marks another high-profile departure from mainstre

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