UK Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Key Details and Questions
Keir Starmer unveils plans to ban under-16s from social media by spring 2027, following Australia's model. Enforcement, age verification, and exemptions remain under discussion.
Keir Starmer unveils plans to ban under-16s from social media by spring 2027, following Australia's model. Enforcement, age verification, and exemptions remain under discussion.
A red-billed chough chick has fledged in Kent for the first time in over 200 years, marking a milestone in a reintroduction programme.
Grand Canyon's Indian Gardens renamed Havasupai Gardens to honour Havasupai Tribe, correcting a racially offensive name after nearly 100 years.
Discover the surprising secret ingredient that makes potato salad irresistible. It's not yogurt or mustard, but something you likely already have in your fridge.
Over 180,000 join pro-Palestine march in London, with protests across UK cities demanding government action on Israel.
Ken Henry advocates 100% windfall tax on gas profits, dismissing sovereign risk claims, as Australia debates energy tax reforms.
Londoners are disgusted after participants in the World Naked Bike Ride used public hire bikes, raising hygiene concerns. Lime and Santander cycles were used bare-bottomed.
Sadiq Khan flies 5,700 miles to UN climate summit in New York, sparking criticism over Ulez expansion and carbon footprint.
Katmai National Park's Fat Bear Week 2024 begins 23 September, with public voting for the fattest brown bear. Last year's champion was 128 Grazer.
Green Finance Institute report warns nature destruction could cut 12% off UK GDP by 2030s, exceeding 2008 crisis and pandemic impacts.
72 captive tigers die in Thailand from virus outbreak; officials disinfect enclosures and prepare vaccinations.
Add used coffee grounds to peace lily soil for bigger blooms. Rich in nitrogen and acidity, they improve growth and deter pests. Use sparingly once a month.
Discover how used coffee grounds can help your peace lilies thrive. Rich in nitrogen, they boost growth, adjust soil pH, and repel pests. Use sparingly monthly.
Discover how coating salmon in mayonnaise before cooking locks in moisture, prevents drying out, and delivers a golden, crispy texture with rich flavor.
Discover how used coffee grounds can help peace lilies grow bigger blooms. This common kitchen scrap provides nitrogen, adjusts soil pH, and deters pests.
A 5,000-year-old Neolithic long cairn in Yorkshire has been granted scheduled monument status to protect it from damage caused by walkers removing stones.
Discover three household items that deter garden rats, including a 22p garlic clove, and tips to prevent infestations.
Major UK holiday providers TUI, Jet2 and easyJet have confirmed a nightly charge of £4.33 for Greece holidays before November, as part of the Climate Crisis Resilience Fee.
Vladimir Putin cancels the annual Naval Day parade in St Petersburg due to fears of Ukrainian drone attacks, highlighting concerns over air defenses.
Puffins have returned to nest on the Isle of Muck off County Antrim for the first time in 25 years, after a rat eradication project by Ulster Wildlife.
Italian winemaker Matteo Forner, 44, died after being crushed by his grape press in front of his father at the family winery in Veneto.
New documentary 'Nothing Compares' revisits Sinéad O'Connor's fearless activism and music, from her 1992 papal photo protest to her lasting impact.
Iran's economic protests and war fears threaten UK fruit and vegetable imports, with shortages and price hikes possible.
A six-part podcast investigates the disappearance of Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira in the Amazon, exposing the crisis facing indigenous defenders.
Disaster preparedness grows in popularity in Australia, moving from fringe to mainstream since Covid-19.
Discover how pickle juice, a simple pantry staple, transforms potato salad into a tangy, flavorful dish that everyone will love. No more bland or stodgy salads.
Ariana Grande launches the Brighter Days Ahead Foundation with four funds to support and protect the LGBTQ+ community, focusing on trans rights, mental health, and crisis response.
A Great Horned Owl named 'Ram' was rescued by Ventura County firefighters from the Maria Fire in California. It is recovering at a rehab centre.
Trump's state visit to Windsor Castle draws protesters and superfans, with media focusing on peripheral sideshows as the president remains hidden from public view.
Researchers document first observed 'civil war' among wild chimpanzees in Uganda, with coordinated attacks between two factions from a once-unified group.