Meta blocks 550k teen accounts under Australia ban
Meta deactivated nearly 550,000 accounts for under-16s in the first week of Australia's social media ban. The move is being watched closely as pressure grows for a similar UK ban.
Meta deactivated nearly 550,000 accounts for under-16s in the first week of Australia's social media ban. The move is being watched closely as pressure grows for a similar UK ban.
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TV presenter Lorraine Kelly shares the sad news of her father John's passing, describing the loss as a shock. Read her heartfelt tribute and the messages of support.
Pop icon Britney Spears reveals plans to perform live again 'very soon' in the UK and Australia, but cites 'sensitive reasons' for never returning to US stages. Read her full statement.
Hollywood star Mickey Rourke disavows a GoFundMe page that raised nearly $100k to 'save his home', calling it 'embarrassing' and urging donors to get refunds.
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo appeared to celebrate Ruben Amorim's sacking by liking a critical Instagram post. Get the full story on the fallout at Old Trafford.
Newcastle United have called on Meta to assist police in identifying the individual who sent racist abuse and violent threats to midfielder Joe Willock on Instagram after the Crystal Palace match.
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US popstar Chappell Roan hastily withdrew a tribute to Brigitte Bardot after fans alerted her to the late actress's history of homophobic and racist remarks. Read the full story.
Pop star Justin Bieber makes an emotional plea for a transformed music industry, citing his own painful experiences as a child star and calling for greater protection for young artists.
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A paramedic has been removed from the register after faking a family emergency to get Christmas leave, exposed by social media posts. Discover the full story of her sustained dishonesty.
Nicola Peltz Beckham's heartfelt Christmas message on Instagram has ignited a fan debate over the couple's strained relationship with the Beckham family. Discover the divided reaction.
Brooklyn Beckham spent Christmas Day with tennis pro Reilly Opelka, seemingly snubbing his family after blocking them on Instagram. Details on the ongoing Beckham family rift here.
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Banksy confirms a new London mural via Instagram, depicting children gazing skyward in a poignant statement on child homelessness, with a second artwork appearing in central London.
Rod Sims warns Australia's news bargaining code deals are expiring, threatening journalism. Discover three urgent solutions to make tech giants like Google and Meta pay. Read the full analysis.
Cruz Beckham denies reports David and Victoria unfollowed Brooklyn, claiming the family 'woke up blocked' on Instagram. Details on the ongoing Beckham family rift emerge.
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Meta is testing a new feature where users must pay to share links on Facebook. This could drastically reduce traffic to news sites and reshape online content. Read the full analysis.
The parents of Murray Dowey, 16, who took his own life after being blackmailed on Instagram, are taking legal action against Meta. Read their story and the lawsuit details.