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UK has "no plans" to replicate Australia's social media ban (yet)

Australian teens are now locked out of their social media accounts as the under-16s ban goes live. If it proves to work, "we would certainly consider it," said UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy.

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Neighbours is ending – again. Why was Amazon’s gamble on the Australian soap so short-lived?

The reboot brought a parade of new and aged-up faces, multiple returns of Toadie and a violent siege at Harold’s. But in the end Ramsay Street faces death by freeway

The Guardian - AU

‘Already had a profound effect’: parents react to Australia’s social media ban

We asked you to share your views on your children’s use of social media and how the ban is affecting your family. Here is what you told us

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Australia’s senior politicians can claim ‘unlimited’ travel expenses for their spouse, watchdog rules say

Prime minister defends Anika Wells as controversy over use of taxpayer-funded travel entitlements continues

The Guardian - AU

Discover Australia’s top 50 children’s picture books as nominated by Guardian readers

The readers have spoken and this list of books will comprise the best Australian children’s picture books poll in a few weeks

The Guardian - AU

Return of captain Pat Cummins leaves Australia facing key selection decisions for third Ashes Test

Cummins will be back to lead Australia as they look to seal the series in Adelaide

The Independent UK

Oprah Winfrey's walking boots and matching bright blue set are the antidote to winter gloominess - and on sale now

The 71-year-old filmed herself taking on the trails in Australia this week, ahead of her tour date in the city

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Alexander Volkanovski dispels fan theory about UFC 325 fight with Diego Lopes

Volkanovski will defend his featherweight title in a rematch with Lopes, on home soil in Australia

The Independent UK

UK social media ban for children possible as ministers watch Australia

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Ben Stokes and England sledged on the beach during Ashes break: ‘Bazballers anonymous, free counselling’

The England captain posed for a photo with two local radio hosts dressed in full cricket whites

The Independent UK

From jaffas to the corridor of uncertainty – revel in cricket’s rich language of bowling

The act of bowling is simple, the words used to describe it resplendent with metaphor and imagery

The Guardian - UK

Man who grabbed Ariana Grande removed from Lady Gaga concert in Australia

‘Serial intruder’ was banned from entering Singapore after rushing Wicked star in November

The Independent UK

UK will ‘keep close eye’ on Australia’s under-16s social media ban – Lisa Nandy

The Culture Secretary said ministers would be watching carefully to see how the Australian policy unfolds.

Evening Standard

UK government ‘would consider’ Australia-style social media ban for under-16s

The Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said ministers would be keeping a close eye on the success of Australia’s policy

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The Conversation

Number of Indigenous deaths in custody at record high

Australia recorded in 2024–25 the largest number of Indigenous deaths in custody since 1979–80, when monitoring began under the National Deaths in Custody Program.

International Business Times UK

Over 1 Million Australian Kids Locked Out of Social Media

Australia's world-first social media ban kicks under-16s off TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and seven other platforms. Tech giants face £26m fines.

The Independent UK

Australia wicketkeeper Alex Carey speaks out on England’s controversial Ashes break

England’s Ashes plans have come under scrutiny after going 2-0 down in Australia

AAP

Exhibition pays homage to greatest divas old and new

The history of the world's divas will be on show in an Australian exclusive exhibition that chronicles the career-defining moments of trailblazers.

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International Business Times UK

Harry and Meghan's Archewell Foundation Backs Australia's Teen App Ban But Calls For Real Support

Australia's social media ban takes effect today. The world is in a frenzy, with everyone watching as teenagers lose access to their social media accounts. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle released a statement stating their views.

The Guardian - AU

‘Grand social experiment’: Australia’s social media ban turns heads globally, with mixed results

From a live blog on the BBC to cautious reaction in the New York Times, here’s how the world’s media covered the ban

The Independent UK

Australian teens bid farewell to social media as world-first ban comes into force: ‘See you when I’m 16’

Ban requires 10 largest social networks to lock out children under 16 or face hefty fines

International Business Times UK

Elon Musk's X Accepts Australia Block — Thousands of Aussies Risk Losing Online Voice

Elon Musk's X has agreed to comply with Australia's groundbreaking law banning under-16s from social media, making it the last major platform to do so.

AAP

'Are we next?': world reacts to Aussie social media ban

Australia's social media ban for children under 16 is leading news bulletins around the world, as other nations consider implementing their own restrictions.

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: ‘proud’ PM hails social media ban; Trump fact-checked; and an uninvited bear

Anthony Albanese says the ban would not be perfect from day one, but suggested it would one day be among Australia’s other great reforms

AAP

Richardson gets chance to press Test case again

Fresh from taking 4-35 against the England Lions, Jhye Richardson has been called in to bowl with Australia's Test attack ahead of the third Ashes Test.

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