Meta agrees landmark settlement in social media addiction trial
Meta has agreed to settle a landmark lawsuit over social media addiction, marking a significant legal shift with major implications for the tech industry's liability.
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Meta agrees $18bn settlement with new teen restrictions
Meta has agreed to pay up to $18bn and introduce new restrictions for under-18s on Facebook and Instagram as part of a proposed settlement with US states.
Swansea friends stranded in Turkey after easyJet cancellation
Debbie Davies and Justine Williams from Swansea were stranded in Turkey for days with no money after easyJet cancelled their flight home to Bristol Airport. The airline cited an engineering issue.
Netflix boss hints at Doctor Who future amid BBC tender
Netflix's Anne Mensah says Doctor Who will have 'many, many lives' as the BBC puts the sci-fi series out to competitive tender this year, with Blue Zoo producing a pre-school animation.
Netflix boss: 'I love Doctor Who' amid tender speculation
Netflix's Anne Mensah says she loves Doctor Who when asked about a possible takeover of the BBC tender, as the show's future remains uncertain.
Instagram CEO denies hiding teen safety feature usage in trial
Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri testified he did not hide information about low teen safety feature usage, disputing prosecutors in a lawsuit brought by 29 US states against Meta.
China's AI companion crackdown leaves users heartbroken
China has introduced sweeping rules banning AI companions for minors and restricting adult chatbots over fears of 'emotional dependence', leaving devoted users like 19-year-old Zhao Wei heartbroken.
Lottery faces questions over new boss's gambling record
MPs have written to the Gambling Commission expressing 'deep concern' over the appointment of Phil Walker, the national lottery's interim CEO, citing his record at William Hill and Game Nation.
Meta settles teen addiction lawsuit for up to $17bn
Meta agreed to pay up to $17bn and introduce teen safeguards like daily time limits and nighttime blocks, settling a landmark US lawsuit over teen addiction.
Meta agrees to $16.7bn settlement over child safety claims
Meta will pay up to $16.68bn to resolve claims it designed Facebook and Instagram to addict children, misled consumers, and collected kids' data without consent.
Sky Sports set to extend US Open deal after female audience boost
Sky Sports is close to a three-year US Open extension through 2030, after tennis viewership in 2025 was around 60% female.
Meta agrees to $18bn settlement with US states over teen safety
Meta will pay up to $18bn (£13.3bn) and introduce new teen protections on Instagram and Facebook, settling a lawsuit filed by 47 US states over addictive features.
Meta to pay $17bn in landmark teen addiction settlement
Meta has agreed to pay $17 billion (£12.5 billion) and introduce child-safety measures to settle a landmark US trial over teenage addiction on Instagram and Facebook.
Nearly half of UK landline users unaware of 2027 deadline
Nearly half of UK landline users are unaware of the January 2027 analogue switch-off, a survey of 2,000 adults reveals, as services move to digital technology.
Landline users urged to act as analogue switch-off nears
Nearly half of UK landline users are unaware of the January 2027 analogue switch-off. Households must move to internet-based calls before the deadline, with many unsure of the steps needed.
UK landline users unaware of 2027 analogue switch-off deadline
Nearly half of UK landline users are unaware of the January 2027 analogue switch-off, with 45% unsure how to prepare for the digital transition.
Robot vacuum with 19,000Pa suction cut to £341 with code
The Mova P50 Pro Ultra robot vacuum and mop is on sale for £341.10 on Yimbly with code SUMMER10, down from £529, offering strong suction and self-cleaning features.
easyJet Airports Requiring Printed Boarding Passes
easyJet has reminded passengers that flights from 19 airports, including Antalya and Marrakech, still require a printed boarding pass instead of a mobile version.
Royton library closes for repairs two years after £4.1m revamp
Royton Library closed on August 24 for urgent flooring repairs, less than two years after a £4.1m refurbishment. Oldham council is investigating the cause and will announce a reopening date once known.
Jaouen has 'no limit' if he grasps proactive style
Ewen Jaouen is set for his Newcastle United debut against West Brom in the Carabao Cup, with former coach Christophe Lollichon saying he has 'no limit' if he understands the advantage of proactive goalkeeping.
HSBC warns pet owners over social media password risk
HSBC warns that posting pet names online could help criminals guess passwords, as 15% of people use their pet's name in passwords.
Man Utd face Premier League punishment after Hull defeat
Manchester United broke Premier League rules during their opening weekend defeat against Hull City, with a punishment decision now made.
Erasmus rejects World Rugby referee meeting demand again
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus has again refused World Rugby's pre-match referee meeting demand, calling it "impossible" and confirming he will skip the session with Nika Amashukeli.
Fix creaky doors with washing-up liquid, Which? reveals
Consumer champion Which? reveals washing-up liquid can fix creaky doors, clean garden furniture and tackle bathroom grime in a popular social media post.
Yorke 'confused' by Man Utd's £150m midfield revamp
Dwight Yorke has questioned Manchester United's decision to prioritise a third midfielder, Carlos Baleba, calling the transfer window 'very weird' after the defence struggled in the season opener.
Reform UK pledges to scrap UK privacy rules for 'light-touch' laws
Reform UK has unveiled plans to replace the UK's GDPR-based privacy framework with a 'light-touch' model inspired by New Zealand, aiming to cut business red tape.
Draw No Bet Explained: Meaning, How It Works and Key Details
Draw no bet refunds your stake if a match ends level, while paying out if your backed team wins. Here is how the market works and its key advantages.
CIA chief reportedly in Moscow for unannounced talks
CIA Director John Ratcliffe reportedly travelled to Moscow for undisclosed talks, with neither Washington nor Moscow commenting on the visit's purpose.
UK homes urged to prepare for January 2027 digital landline switch
From January 2027, copper landlines will be switched off in the UK. A survey shows 45% of respondents are unsure what to do ahead of the Digital Voice transition.
Engineer names Subaru and Mazda as most reliable car brands
Veteran automotive engineer David Chao has ranked Subaru and Mazda as the only car brands to receive his top 'S' grade for reliability, placing them above Porsche, Mitsubishi, and Nissan.
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