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UK Bans Social Media Use For Anyone Younger Than 16

The British government announced age restrictions for social media, saying that platforms disrupt childhoods and are designed to be addictive.

International Business Times

The social media ban for under-16s means it’s out of my hands – what a relief

COMMENT : Some parents are over the moon about the under-16s social media ban. Like Charlotte Cripps, who finds arguments with her young daughters impossible and wonders if Keir Starmer could ban doom-scrolling adults next

The Independent UK

UK bans under-16s from using social media apps including TikTok and YouTube

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Britain will ban children under 16 from using social media apps like Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube from early next year

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'It's Literally the Gulag': Furious Meta Employees Speak Out on 'Soul-Crushing' AI Jobs

Meta Platforms is facing employee unrest as it cuts jobs and expands its AI unit, with workers expressing dissatisfaction over new roles and intrusive monitoring practices.

International Business Times UK

The UK is banning children's social media use. Here's what other countries are doing

Britain plans to ban people under 16 from using social media apps like Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube to protect them from harmful content

The Independent UK

'You're a Legend': KSI's Emotional Message to Oliver Tree Sparks Outpouring of Grief From Fans Worldwide

KSI's tribute to Oliver Tree, who died in a helicopter crash in Brazil, sparked widespread online reactions, highlighting their creative bond and the musician's impact on fans and collaborators.

International Business Times UK

“I don't know any of the chord names. I would describe my guitar playing style as nothing technical. It's technically bad, actually, but it feels correct”: Singer-songwriter Eloise talks voice notes, vocal harmonies and learning guitar by watching YouTube

“I don't write any lyrics down, because I've always had this rule, which is if it's a good song and you have got your feelings right, you will remember it the next day”

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G7 allies seek common ground with Trump after Iran accord

EVIAN-LES-BAINS (FRANCE) - Allies from the G7 group of leading powers will Monday seek common ground with US President Donald Trump at a summit in France after Washington and Iran agreed a deal to end the Middle East war.

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Neeraj Chopra to return to action at Doha Diamond League

Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra will compete again on June 19 at the Doha Diamond League. He has been recovering from a back injury. This marks his return to competitive action for the season. Chopra will face strong international competition. He previously achieved a 90m throw in Doha last year.…

The Economic Times

Tyson Fury sparks controversy with ‘Donald Trump for prime minister’ hat

The boxer and heavyweight champion and his wife visited the White House on Sunday.

Evening Standard

Stop making this tomato-growing mistake: It could stunt growth and encourage disease

Want bigger, healthier tomatoes? Then stop making this mistake with your plants.

Tom’s Guide

Kawasaki Just Built A UTV For Actual Trails Instead Of Instagram Fantasy Land

The new Kawasaki Teryx KRX TR side-by-side ditches desert-racer excess and shrinks down for the tight wooded trails most owners actually ride.

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What does the social ban involve, when will it start and how will it work?

A ban on under-16s using social media will give youngsters back their childhood, Sir Keir Starmer said.

Evening Standard

Australia has already banned social media for under 16s – here’s what the UK can learn from the experience

As the UK prepares to introduce an “Australia plus” ban on social media for under 16s, many lessons can be learned from Australia’s experiment. Many people may think Australia’s ban is a success, with nearly 5 million social media accounts deactivated, removed or restricted. But the reality couldn’t be further…

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The Guardian - UK

How Australia’s social media ban has affected families six months on

As UK ban for under-16s is confirmed, experience of Australian parents of similar restrictions has been mixed

The Independent UK

Görel Hanser death: Abba’s longtime manager and ‘fifth member’ dies aged 76

Swedish pop group said they have lost their ‘most loved friend and closest colleague’

Android Central

UK bans social media for under-16s: Here's when it starts and which apps are affected

Here's everything you need to know about the UK social media ban for under 16s.

The Independent UK

UK children are spending at least two hours a day on social media, Ofcom finds

YouTube and Snapchat have emerged as the two most popular online platforms for children aged between eight and 14

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UK's Starmer announces ban on social media for under-16s

Children under 16 will be banned from using social media in Britain, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday, saying such platforms were making youngsters "unhappy".

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55 Memes Shared By The ‘Ancient Cringe’ Page That Turn Historical Art Into Relatable Comedy

History may often be presented as serious and distant, but the Instagram page ‘Ancient Cringe’ gives it a funny twist. By pairing classical paintings, sculptures, and historical artworks with modern captions, the page turns centuries-old expressions into memes about anxiety, awkward conversations, procrastination, relationships, and the general struggle of getting…

Marie Claire

Forget Instagram, It's the Impeccably Dressed Women of Formula 1 That I'm Looking to for Style Inspiration

Their minimalist aesthetic is taking over the tracks

The Economic Times

Sanchita Ugale Last Instagram Post: Who was Kumkum Bhagya & Wagle Ki Duniya actor whose final reel surfaced after tragic death at 22?

Sanchita Ugale Last Instagram Post: Young television actor Sanchita Ugale, known for her roles in 'Kumkum Bhagya' and 'Wagle Ki Duniya', was found dead at her Nalasopara residence. The 22-year-old's last Instagram post, a reel of her happily dancing, has gone viral as fans mourn her untimely demise. Police have…

International Business Times UK

Is Quinta Brunson Related to Jalen Brunson? Truth Behind the Viral 'Cousin' Comment and Surname Confusion After NBA Finals

Quinta Brunson's playful 'cousin' comment about Jalen Brunson after the Knicks' NBA Finals win sparked online speculation, despite no familial connection.

Evening Standard

Diplo and T-Pain lead tributes to US singer Oliver Tree who is believed dead

The 32-year-old singer is believed to have died when two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro and crashed on Sunday.

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Kunal Kamra Mocks Pranit More Amid Ongoing ₹370 Comedy Controversy

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has weighed in on the controversy surrounding fellow comedian Pranit More, taking a sharp dig at More's recent apology and the broader culture of comedians defending questionable content.

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