Washing-up bowls face ban in UK kitchen crackdown
A proposed ban on washing-up bowls sparks a national debate. Is it a vital environmental move or an assault on British tradition? Read the full story and have your say.
A proposed ban on washing-up bowls sparks a national debate. Is it a vital environmental move or an assault on British tradition? Read the full story and have your say.
The Trump administration sends 350 National Guard members to New Orleans, sparking debate over security needs versus community fear. Critics cite falling crime rates.
The UK government will outlaw boiling lobsters alive, part of a major Labour animal welfare plan including hen cage bans and ending puppy farms. Discover the new humane requirements.
The government unveils a sweeping ban on puppy farming and trail hunting. Critics accuse Labour of ignoring rural Britain, while animal charities welcome the reforms.
Sweeping animal welfare reforms will outlaw puppy farming, snaring and trail hunting. New laws to phase out colony cages and farrowing crates by 2030. Read the full details.
Haringey Council's draft Local Plan suggests the Rowans Tenpin Bowl site is suitable for tall buildings and 190 new homes. The public consultation ends Friday, December 19. Have your say now.
The European Commission's proposal to weaken its 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars marks a major climate policy reversal. This editorial argues the move is a road to nowhere for Europe's automotive future.
Beloved Finsbury Park bowling alley, Rowans Tenpin Bowl, could be demolished for flats under Haringey Council's new local plan. Public consultation ends December 19.
Haringey Council's draft plan proposes a 190-home development on the site of the iconic Rowans Tenpin Bowl in Finsbury Park. The public consultation ends December 19.
Australia plans to ban social media for under-16s. Our guide explains when it starts, which apps are included, and how it will work. Stay informed on this major policy shift.
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s from next Wednesday. The law, sparked by tragedy, aims to protect mental health but faces fierce opposition. Could the UK follow?
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s next Wednesday, aiming to protect children from addiction and cyberbullying. The landmark law sparks fierce debate.
President Donald Trump signs a sweeping executive order to ban immigration from seven Muslim-majority countries. Read the full details and potential consequences.
President Trump's xenophobic cabinet rant and a sweeping halt to immigration from 19 nations, including Somalia, marks a severe escalation in US policy. Follow the latest developments and impacts.
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. We explain which platforms are included, how age checks work, and if a delay is possible. Get the full details.
Tennis legend Serena Williams has quietly rejoined the sport's anti-doping testing pool, a mandatory step for any potential competitive return. She could be eligible to play again by mid-2026. Read the full story.
Australia's pioneering under-16s social media ban begins 10 Dec, with more platforms like Lemon8 to be added. Minister Anika Wells admits a 'sieve' effect but vows fines up to $50m.
A record 3.7 million applicants in China are competing for just 38,100 civil service roles, highlighting a major shift towards job security amid economic uncertainty. Discover the driving forces behind this trend.
Discover how the Chicago Bears' 1985 'Super Bowl Shuffle' rap video went viral before the internet era and helped propel them to Super Bowl glory. A new HBO documentary reveals the full story.
The European Parliament has called for a ban on social media for children under 16 to combat mental health risks from addictive platforms. Discover the details.
Italian horror game Horses faces Steam ban over explicit content concerns, launching December 2 on Epic Games Store. Developer fears financial collapse without Steam access.
Two 15-year-olds launch a High Court challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Read the latest.
Two 15-year-olds launch a landmark legal challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Discover the constitutional fight.
New South Wales confronts its most severe bushfire conditions in over two years, prompting widespread school closures and total fire bans. Stay informed about emergency updates.
New South Wales experiences first catastrophic fire warning in two years as Labor and Greens negotiate environment protection laws in parliament's final days.
Cristiano Ronaldo is eligible for Portugal's World Cup opener after Fifa suspended two games of his three-match ban for a red card against the Republic of Ireland. Discover the details.
Last-minute removal of judge from Palestine Action proscription case raises serious questions about judicial transparency and independence in the UK legal system.
North Dakota's Supreme Court has reinstated a near-total abortion ban, making it a felony for doctors. Learn about the ruling's impact and the clinic forced to move.
Australian far-right senator Pauline Hanson wears a burqa in parliament, provoking anger and suspension of proceedings. Explore the backlash and calls for a national ban.
West Ham sponsor BoyleSports says the gambling industry remains committed to football despite the Premier League's front-of-shirt sponsor ban. Discover the future of sports partnerships.