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Australia's Social Media Age Verify Trial Finds 'Inevitable' Flaws

A landmark Australian trial of age-assurance technology for social media access has reported significant accuracy issues, casting doubt on the feasibility of a blanket ban for under-16s. The findings highlight a critical tension between online safety and

Victoria Overhauls Working With Children Check Laws

Victoria rolls out landmark reforms to its Working With Children Check system, introducing continuous monitoring and stricter enforcement to close critical safeguarding gaps and protect vulnerable minors.

Kazakhstan mandates chemical castration for paedophiles

Kazakhstan's parliament has passed a stringent new law mandating chemical castration for convicted child sex offenders, alongside public naming and lifetime GPS tracking, in one of the world's toughest anti-paedophilia measures.

US City Sues Meta and Google Over Youth Mental Health Crisis

The US city of Providence, Rhode Island, has launched a landmark lawsuit against Meta, Google, YouTube, and Instagram's parent companies, alleging their algorithms have created a youth mental health epidemic. The suit seeks financial compensation for the

Minnesota Sues TikTok Over Youth Mental Health Harms

Minnesota's Attorney General Keith Ellison launches a groundbreaking lawsuit against TikTok, alleging its addictive algorithm and 'challenge' features are creating a youth mental health crisis. The state demands sweeping changes to the platform's operatio

DWP confirms bank account check date

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced the date when it will start checking bank accounts of benefit claimants. Find out how this could affect you.

Smart ring detected cancer before doctors

A woman's Oura ring flagged potential health issues long before doctors diagnosed her with cancer, showcasing the life-saving potential of wearable tech.

Australia proposes social media ban for under-16s

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces sweeping restrictions on social media access for children under 16, citing mental health risks. Experts weigh in on the controversial plan.

MPs Push for Social Media Ban for Under-16s

A cross-party group of MPs is calling for a ban on social media for children under 16, citing mental health risks and online safety concerns. Discover the debate and potential policy changes.

Epping protests escalate over migrant hotel

Furious protesters in Epping vow to continue demonstrations until their concerns over a local migrant hotel are addressed, accusing authorities of ignoring their voices.

Abbott’s Lingo: A Needle-Free Glucose Monitor

Abbott's latest innovation, the Lingo glucose monitor, promises to revolutionise health tracking by offering real-time glucose monitoring without needles. Discover how this wearable tech could change lives.

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