Meta Found in Breach of EU Law for Failing to Protect Children
The European Commission says Meta lacks effective measures to prevent under-13s from using Facebook and Instagram, violating the Digital Services Act.
The European Commission says Meta lacks effective measures to prevent under-13s from using Facebook and Instagram, violating the Digital Services Act.
Russia's Victory Day parade will exclude military hardware for the first time in 20 years due to fears of Ukrainian drone strikes, marking a significant shift in the annual event.
Dan Reed criticizes the new Michael Jackson biopic for distorting abuse allegations and portraying Jackson as an asexual, overgrown child, ignoring his predatory relationships with children.
Melbourne punk quartet Amyl and the Sniffers win song of the year for Jerkin' at 2026 Apra awards, their second consecutive win. Guy Sebastian and Sia also take home multiple prizes.
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The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Louisiana must redraw its congressional map, effectively gutting Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, which prevented racial discrimination in voting.
The US Supreme Court hears arguments on whether the Trump administration can revoke Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians and Syrians, potentially affecting nearly 1.3 million TPS holders.
Anthony Albanese dismisses a 25% gas export tax campaign as 'dishonest', despite a Guardian Essential poll showing 57% of Australians support taxing gas profits.
Maryland enacts first US ban on surveillance pricing in grocery stores, using consumer data to set prices. Critics cite loopholes and weak enforcement.
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RecommendedPete Hegseth defended the US-Israeli war on Iran in his opening statement to the House Armed Services Committee, criticizing Democrats and some Republicans for defeatist rhetoric.
Leading European lawmakers say they would welcome Britain back into the EU, but insist the UK must accept all rules including the euro and Schengen, with no special opt-outs.
Australian paedophile Richard Skrinjar, 57, arrested in Thailand after sailing a yacht for five months to evade justice, breaching reporting conditions.
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Martin Lewis rules out politics, saying he'd prefer painful nipple electrodes. The Money Saving Expert receives BAFTA Special Award for his financial guidance impact.
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Donald Trump shared a photo of himself with a machine gun and an exploding Iranian landscape, threatening 'no more Mr Nice guy' after Iran proposed ending the Strait of Hormuz standoff.
Up to 30,000 Americans will soon receive commemorative passports featuring Donald Trump's image and signature, celebrating America's 250th birthday. The limited release begins before July 4 at the Washington DC passport office.
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Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson says children will face social media restrictions, but government remains open-minded on the form, as consultation begins.
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RecommendedSteven J Ross's new book uncovers the covert fight against post-WWII Nazi groups in America, drawing parallels to today's far-right resurgence.
Morgan McSweeney, Keir Starmer's ex-chief of staff, told MPs advising to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador was a 'serious error of judgment', apologizing for hurt to Epstein victims.
Cole Tomas Allen faces life in prison for trying to assassinate the president at the White House correspondents' dinner. Plus, King Charles visits amid strained UK-US relations.
Tucker Carlson may be positioning for a 2028 presidential run, distancing from Trump and apologizing for past support, say analysts.
Psychedelics have shifted from feared counterculture symbols to embraced treatments, backed by veterans, Silicon Valley, and Trump's executive order on ibogaine.
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A Guardian Essential poll finds 52% of Australians approve of Pauline Hanson's leadership, surpassing Albanese and Taylor, as One Nation outperforms the Coalition.
Formula 1 warns the UK government that slow visa processing could jeopardize the British Grand Prix and damage soft power, urging faster resolution.
Greece bans sun loungers and umbrellas on 251 beaches under Natura 2000 to protect ecosystems and fight overtourism, with restricted development and drone monitoring.
Readers respond to the Mandelson vetting row, urging support for Keir Starmer and cautioning against repeating past leadership chaos.
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RecommendedPolly Toynbee argues Labour must pursue bold reforms like EU rejoining, wealth tax, and PR to fix Britain's decline, rather than seeking a saviour.