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.
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.
From a festive royal duet at Windsor to Bono busking in Dublin, explore the powerful global images that defined Christmas Day 2025. See the full gallery here.
Discover 41-42 Cloth Fair, London's oldest surviving house built in 1597-1614. It survived the Great Fire of 1666, the Civil War, and the Blitz. Plan your visit to this hidden City of London gem.
U2's Bono joined Imelda May and Glen Hansard for the 15th annual Grafton Street Christmas Eve busk, raising vital funds for the Dublin Simon Community to fight homelessness. Read about the star-studded festive event.
U2's Bono joined Glen Hansard and Imelda May for a rousing Christmas Eve busking session in Dublin, raising vital funds for the homeless. Read about the star-studded 15th anniversary event.
U2's Bono joined Imelda May and Glen Hansard for the 15th annual Christmas Eve busking session in Dublin, raising vital funds for the homeless. Watch the highlights and see how the community came together.
Locals in Bromley, London, argue it's the capital's top spot, boasting 20-minute commutes, green spaces, and affordability, despite being outside the viral 'London Banana' zone. Discover why they love it.
Discover the incredible story of 41-42 Cloth Fair, London's oldest surviving house. Built in 1597, it withstood the Great Fire, Civil War, and the Blitz. Read its full history here.
Stunning new aerial photographs reveal London transformed into a glittering wonderland after dark in the final days before Christmas 2025. See the capital's iconic landmarks illuminated for the holidays.
Discover the ultimate guide to festive London. From ice skating at Somerset House to carols at the Royal Albert Hall, here are 15 unmissable Christmas activities running until January 2026.
The Trump administration's expanded travel restrictions impact 16 African countries the most, with muted official reactions but concerns over diplomatic and economic fallout. Read the full analysis.
Spain's Balearic Islands ruling party submits a parliamentary proposal to ban the burka and niqab, citing women's equality and following other European nations. Read the full story.
A UK government review finds anticoagulant rodenticides pose an unacceptable risk to wildlife. Animal advocates demand a ban to protect birds of prey and mammals. Read the full report.
President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation further restricting entry to the US for nationals from Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria. Discover the full implications.
A Kent pub is refusing to show the 2026 World Cup, citing 'over the top' noise and beer-drenched patrons. It will host quizzes and karaoke instead. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Chile joins France and China in banning smartphones from schools to boost learning and wellbeing. Education Minister hails 'cultural change'. Read the full story.
The Trump administration is reportedly considering extending its travel ban to 32 countries following a deadly shooting in Washington, D.C. Get the latest updates.
The Trump administration has halted all immigration from 19 countries and targeted Somali communities, escalating its hardline stance. Follow our live blog for the latest developments and analysis.
The Trump administration freezes all immigration applications from 19 nations, expanding travel bans. The move follows a deadly attack on National Guard members. Read the full story.
Budapest's historic District VI will implement a full ban on tourist lets from 1 Jan 2026. The move aims to curb overtourism and restore affordable housing for residents. Discover the impact on UK travellers.
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.
Australia's Communications Minister warns LinkedIn could lose its exemption from the under-16s social media ban if it becomes a haven for bullying. The ban starts December 10.
Discover the 19 Premier League stars walking a disciplinary tightrope, just one yellow card away from an automatic one-match ban. Stay informed on the suspension risks.
Two 15-year-olds, backed by a digital rights group, are seeking an urgent High Court injunction to block Australia's under-16s social media ban, arguing it violates political communication rights.
Australia will proceed with banning children under 16 from social media despite legal challenges. Discover how this world-first legislation could impact digital freedom and child protection.
Australia's eSafety Commissioner adds Twitch to its teen social media ban but excludes Pinterest. Find out which platforms are affected and the hefty fines for non-compliance.
Australia's eSafety Commissioner adds Twitch to its pioneering under-16 social media ban, with platforms facing fines up to A$49.5m. Discover the full list of affected apps.
Brazilian authorities threaten legal action if Kanye West performs his 'Heil Hitler' track in São Paulo. Enhanced police presence planned for November concert. Read the latest developments.