Australia enforces social media ban for under-16s
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 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.
Australian policymakers are pushing to include popular gaming platform Roblox in proposed social media restrictions for under-16s, sparking debate about online safety versus digital freedom.
Edinburgh cabbies face strict new dress code prohibiting casual wear including jeans, tracksuits and trainers while on duty under controversial council regulations.
A man has been disqualified from owning animals for five years after RSPCA inspectors discovered severely neglected birds living in filthy conditions, leaving a veterinary professional in tears.
Exclusive insider revelations expose the bitter rivalries, management conflicts and hidden struggles that plagued Britain's biggest girl groups of the 90s and 00s.
Singer Lily Allen faces backlash as fans and critics question the authenticity of her upcoming album, with some claiming it sounds artificially generated.
The Maldives becomes the first nation to implement a complete generational smoking ban, prohibiting tobacco sales to anyone born after 2007 in a groundbreaking health initiative.
The music world mourns the loss of Jonathan Lloyd, the innovative British composer and educator whose vibrant works captivated audiences for decades. Remembering his remarkable legacy.
Decades after recording in obscurity, Sister Irene O'Connor's haunting lo-fi pop emerges from dusty archives, captivating modern audiences with its timeless quality.
Exclusive insights from goth metal pioneers reveal the artistic philosophy and unexpected vulnerability behind their haunting soundscapes that captivate millions worldwide.
The University of Essex faces backlash after prohibiting students from wearing Mexican-themed outfits, including sombreros and ponchos, during campus events as part of its inclusivity policy.
Experimental music pioneer Juana Molina opens up about her creative process, disdain for artistic pretension, and the playful spontaneity behind her groundbreaking new work.
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces radical plan to ban mobile phones from classrooms across England, citing mental health and learning concerns.
A British citizen reveals his traumatic detention at Los Angeles airport after Donald Trump's controversial Muslim travel ban, highlighting the human cost of divisive immigration policies.
Lord Strathcarron, with family ties to British American Tobacco, launches legal bid against landmark generational smoking ban, arguing it breaches constitutional rights and sets dangerous precedent.
Toronto Raptors centre Jontay Porter receives lifetime ban from NBA after investigation reveals he shared confidential information with gamblers and deliberately underperformed to manipulate betting markets.
Discover the electrifying free jazz of Laura Ann Singh and other must-hear tracks in this week's Guardian music roundup, featuring bold new sounds reshaping the UK jazz scene.
Exclusive: Ministers consider sweeping fireworks restrictions as safety concerns grow. Find out how new rules could affect Bonfire Night celebrations across Britain.
The BBC announces the premiere date for 'Girlbands Forever,' a captivating documentary exploring the legacy of iconic girl groups from the 90s and 00s, featuring exclusive interviews and never-before-seen footage.
An ambitious new initiative backed by The Guardian seeks to transform the UK's live music scene by spreading performances beyond traditional urban hubs to communities nationwide.
Kenyan distance star Ruth Chepngetich, holder of the women's marathon world record, has been banned for three years after testing positive for a prohibited substance, Athletics Integrity Unit confirms.
Discover how Australian indie-rock quartet The Belair Lip Bombs are taking the music world by storm with their raw energy and determination to give their musical dreams 'a proper crack'.
In an emotional interview, Mariam Doumbia of legendary Malian duo Amadou & Mariam shares her journey through grief and how music continues to connect her to her late husband and musical partner.
Fox News host Pete Hegseth's book 'The War on Warriors' faces Pentagon ban from military bases following congressional investigation into disputed service record claims.
Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick calls for complete ban on face veils in Britain, putting him on collision course with equalities minister Kemi Badenoch in major Conservative split.
A startling new survey reveals that the majority of UK music enthusiasts believe British pop music has declined in quality, with many claiming it's become 'too generic' and 'manufactured'.
London punk grime artists Bob Vylan accuse BBC of selective coverage after Glastonbury performance, claiming broadcaster highlighted their music while omitting powerful political statements about poverty and inequality.