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.
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.
Shocking footage reveals the dangerous reality of disposable vapes as a 'zombie' battery violently explodes in a British home, sparking urgent safety warnings.
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.
Bella Culley, 21, from Nottinghamshire, faces a two-year Egyptian prison sentence after being caught with a THC vape pen on a flight to Hurghada. The university student's dream holiday turned into a nightmare following the discovery during transit in Cair
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.
Met Police officer promotes vape shop while West Midlands colleague advertises chicken takeaway in controversial social media posts that breach professional standards.
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.
Exclusive: Ministers consider sweeping fireworks restrictions as safety concerns grow. Find out how new rules could affect Bonfire Night celebrations across Britain.
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.
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.
Portugal passes landmark legislation prohibiting full-face veils for gender equality and religious reasons, with fines up to €150 for violators in public buildings.
Australian authorities have blocked conservative commentator Candace Owens from entering the country, citing her divisive rhetoric and potential to incite social unrest in the latest immigration controversy.
Sweden's government announces sweeping ban on full-face veils in public spaces, with deputy prime minister declaring multiculturalism has 'failed spectacularly' and vowing tougher integration measures.
Tech giant Google refuses to disclose whether it's lobbying the Trump administration about YouTube's potential inclusion in Australia's proposed social media ban for under-16s, raising transparency concerns.
A mother's harrowing warning after her healthy teenage son suffered catastrophic lung failure from a single use of an e-cigarette, requiring life support and weeks of hospital care.
A transatlantic flight from Iceland to Manchester made an unscheduled landing in Canada after a passenger repeatedly ignored warnings and used a vape in the toilet, triggering smoke alarms and creating mid-air chaos.
Exclusive details emerge about Bonnie Blue's disturbing Australian plot that led to a dramatic four-year ban from the country, sending shockwaves through entertainment circles.
UK tennis professional receives major suspension after anti-doping tribunal finds him guilty of violating sport's integrity rules, casting shadow over his career.
Ex-Formula 1 driver Mark Blundell faces 20-month driving ban after being caught drink-driving his BMW X6 while nearly double the legal limit in Hertfordshire.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni pushes for nationwide burka ban with hefty fines, aiming to prevent Islamic separatism and protect national identity.
Exclusive details reveal Selena Gomez's discreet vaping habit during her wedding ceremony, with eyewitness accounts describing how the singer concealed her vape pen throughout the special day.
The US Supreme Court agrees to hear a case challenging state conversion therapy bans, pitting LGBTQ+ rights against religious freedom in a landmark legal battle with nationwide implications.
A Tottenham Hotspur player was struck by a vape device thrown from the crowd during their pre-season friendly against Leeds United, sparking safety concerns and condemnation from both clubs.
Australian writer Clementine Ford finds herself barred from Meta's platforms while controversial figures like Greta Thunberg and Erika Kirk remain active, raising serious questions about social media censorship policies.