The European Commission has fined X €120m for breaches of the Digital Services Act, including deceptive verification badges and lack of ad transparency. Read the full details of this landmark ruling.
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Here's how it will work, which platforms are included, and what it means for young users.
CBS confirms a second season for hit police drama Boston Blue, a Blue Bloods spin-off, after strong ratings and streaming success. Find out what's next for Danny Reagan.
Ofcom fines AVS Group £1 million for inadequate age checks on its adult websites. The regulator demands immediate action to protect children online under the Online Safety Act.
AVS Group Ltd, which runs 18 adult websites, has been fined £1.05m by regulator Ofcom for inadequate age verification. It's the third such fine under the Online Safety Act.
Australian parents risk having their own social media accounts restricted if they let children use them under new age-verification laws, eSafety officials confirm. Discover the implications.
Australia's pioneering under-16s social media ban begins 10 Dec, but the govt admits it may take weeks to work fully. Lemon8 app will restrict users, with more platforms potentially added. Read the latest.
A 24-year-old discovered a jaw-dropping typo on her birth certificate after 15 years, revealing an impossible weight of 2,200kg. Read the viral story and see others' document disasters.
US travellers without a REAL ID or passport will face a $45 fee at airport security from February 1. The TSA says it covers biometric verification costs. Learn the details.
Alex Scott reveals her I'm A Celebrity medical scare with a tick and her urgent return to the UK to support partner Jess Glynne. Discover the full story here.
A coronial inquest investigates whether 16-year-old Jeremy Webb died from a rare red meat allergy triggered by tick bites. Learn about mammalian meat allergy symptoms and prevention.
CBS host Gayle King addresses the backlash to her all-female Blue Origin space mission and reveals why Katy Perry sang during re-entry. Discover the untold story.
Malaysia plans to ban social media for children under 16 in 2026, following Australia's lead in a global push for online safety. Discover the new digital age limits.
From 10 December 2025, Australians under 16 will be blocked from Snapchat. 440,000 users must verify their age or face locked accounts. Discover the verification process.
As Australia's social media ban for under-16s approaches, Communications Minister Anika Wells admits the government 'aren't chasing perfection'. Discover the potential pitfalls and tech company concerns.
Urgent reminder for 2.84 million Blue Badge holders: Permits expire after 3 years. Failure to renew risks a £1,000 fine. Apply now to avoid penalties.
Over 3.2 million Blue Badge holders in Great Britain risk fines for parking in 11 restricted areas. Learn the rules to avoid penalties and park safely.
Ofcom fines an AI deepfake service £50,000 for failing age checks, part of a wider crackdown on online child safety. Discover the details of the investigation.
Brian Waitzel, 47, died from alpha-gal syndrome triggered by a tick bite. His family shares their story to raise awareness about this rare condition. Learn the signs.
The firm behind an AI 'nudification' website has been hit with a £50,000 fine by Ofcom for failing to protect children. Discover the details of the UK's Online Safety Act crackdown.
Ofcom fines Undress.cc £50,000 for failing age verification checks. Regulator launches probes into 20 more porn sites. Read the latest on Online Safety Act enforcement.
Meta begins notifying young Australians to download their data before a world-first social media ban for under-16s takes effect on December 10th. Learn how this impacts families.
Meta is notifying Australian teens under 16 that their Facebook, Instagram, and Threads accounts will be deactivated by 10 December. Find out your options and how to appeal.
Roblox rolls out mandatory video selfie age checks for private messaging. New system aims to enhance child safety on the popular gaming platform. Learn about the changes.
Roblox rolls out mandatory video selfie age checks for private messaging. New safeguards aim to protect young users from online risks. Discover the platform's latest safety measures.
Roblox introduces voluntary age estimation technology in Australia, arguing its 'immersive gaming platform' should be exempt from the upcoming under-16s social media ban. Learn about the new safety features.
Roblox is implementing a new age verification system and age-based chat groups to enhance child safety on its platform. Learn how these changes will protect younger users.
French authorities are investigating claims Vinted sellers are directing users to adult content. With 23 million French users and no age checks, child safety is at risk. Read the full investigation details.
A 16-year-old boy may have died from a red meat allergy triggered by tick bites, a coronial inquest hears. Discover the warning signs and the rising cases in Australia.
Scientists document the first known death from alpha-gal syndrome, a red meat allergy triggered by tick bites. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself.