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No wonder the royals don't want Andrew and Fergie around for Christmas... Just look at the company the disgraced Duke of York keeps, says ANDREW LOWNIE

As Prince Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson spend a desultory Christmas alone at the Royal Lodge, while more than 40 members of the Royal Family celebrate 125 miles away in Sandringham, they may well feel a pang of regret over the Duke's associations. Paedophile Epstein, 66, killed himself in prison in 2019 while Maxwell remains locked up at FCI …

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1 week, 3 days ago

High school basketball: Friday’s scores for boys’ and girls’ games

LA Times

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS Acaciawood 47, Bethel Baptist 38 Adelanto 61, Riverside North 37 AGBU 67, Santa Clara 26 Aliso Niguel 80, Buena Park 45 Alta Loma 64, West Covina 52 Anaheim Canyon 58, Etiwanda 48 Arleta 62, Monroe 29 Banning 52, Arroyo Valley 35 Beverly Hills 53, San Diego 44 Big Bear 82, Hesperia Christian 41 Birmingham …

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Australia to tax tech firms that earn $160 mn or more but don’t pay for news

Firstpost

‘The real objective … is not to raise revenue – we hope not to raise any revenue. The real objective is to incentivise agreement-making between platforms and news media businesses in Australia,’ Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones said Facebook, TikTok, and other social media apps are likely to be affected by the new tax proposal. Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones and Communications …

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High school basketball: Wednesday’s scores from boys’ and girls’ games

LA Times

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS BOYS Adelanto 59, Ridgecrest Burroughs 44 Agoura 76, Royal 65 Anaheim Canyon 85, Murrieta Valley 77 Arleta 65, San Fernando 55 Animo Watts 47, Magnolia Science 23 Bernstein 81, Roybal 61 Birmingham 69, Bolsa Grande 31 Brentwood 52, Arcadia 51 Cajon 58, Rialto 53 Capistrano Valley 60, Laguna Beach 40 Capistrano Valley Christian 66, Troy …

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2 weeks, 1 day ago

James Glenday to replace Michael Rowland to join Bridget Brennan as ABC News Breakfast co-host in 2025

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James Glenday will switch from presenting the evening news in Canberra to early mornings on a couch in Melbourne as the new co-host of ABC News Breakfast in 2025. Glenday joined Bridget Brennan and outgoing co-host Michael Rowland on News Breakfast, on Monday for the announcement he will become a permanent part of the team next year. Catherine Murphy to …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Australia’s House of Representatives passes bill that would ban young children from social media

The Hindu

Australia’s House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill that would ban children younger than 16 years old from social media, leaving it to the Senate to finalize the world-first law. The major parties backed the bill that would make platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram liable for fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars for …

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Meta, TikTok, Google Slam Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban

Live Mint

-- Global tech giants including Meta, TikTok and Google have heavily criticized Australian legislation to ban children under 16 from accessing social media platforms, setting the stage for a policy fight as the government tries to push the bill through parliament this week. Under the proposed law, Australians under 16 years of age will be prohibited from setting up accounts …

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Australia should delay social media ban for children under 16, Big Tech says

Associated Press

MELBOURNE, Australia — An advocate for major social media platforms told an Australian Senate committee Monday that laws to ban children younger than 16 from the sites should be delayed until next year at least instead of being rushed through the Parliament this week. Communications Minister Michelle Rowland said she looked forward to reading the Senate committee’s assessment of the …

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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Destiny's Child Reunites As Beyoncé And Kelly Rowland Support Michelle Williams At Broadway Debut

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LOADING ERROR LOADING Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland showed love for their fellow Destiny’s Child alum, Michelle Williams, at the opening night of “Death Becomes Her” on Broadway. Williams stars as Viola Van Horn in the new musical adaptation of Universal Pictures’ 1992 comedy fantasy film of the same name, which starred Bruce Willis, Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn and Isabella Rossellini. …

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1 month ago

Australia withdraws a misinformation bill after critics compare it to censorship

Associated Press

CANBERRA, Australia — Australia’s government has withdrawn a bill that would give a media watchdog power to monitor digital platforms and require them to keep records about misinformation and disinformation on their networks. The opposition spokesman, David Coleman, said the bill “betrayed our democracy” and amounted to “censorship laws in Australia.” “Based on public statements and engagements with senators, it …

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How will Australia’s social media ban for kids under 16 work?

Firstpost

The Australian government on Thursday tabled legislation in Parliament to ban children under 16 from social media. Australia’s communications minister Michelle Rowland said the ban would cover social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram. Australia’s social media ban on teenagers Australia’s proposed law provides a “framework” for the ban. Australia’s communications minister Rowland said that social …

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A social media ban for children younger than 16 is introduced in Australia’s Parliament

The Hindu

Australia’s communications minister introduced a world-first law into Parliament on Thursday that would ban children younger than 16 from social media, saying online safety was one of parents’ toughest challenges. Michelle Rowland said TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram were among the platforms that would face fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars for systemic failures to prevent …

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1 month ago

Reddit fixes widespread outage affecting thousands in the US

Live Mint

Reddit claimed to have fixed a software flaw that was preventing tens of thousands of Americans from using the social media site on Wednesday, Reuters reported. Social media ban for children younger than 16 introduced in Australia's Parliament On Thursday, Australia's communications minister put a world-first proposal into Parliament to prohibit children under sixteen from using social media, citing online …

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Australia’s parliament considers legislation banning social media for under 16s

Associated Press

MELBOURNE, Australia — Australia’s communications minister introduced a world-first law into Parliament on Thursday that would ban children under 16 from social media, saying online safety was one of parents’ toughest challenges. One quarter have been exposed to content promoting unsafe eating habits.” Government research found that 95% of Australian care-givers find online safety to be one of their “toughest …

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YouTube exemption backed by group behind push for under-16 social media ban

ABC

An advocacy group that pushed for children and teens under 16 to be banned from social media has supported YouTube being given an exemption, but warns there is still a risk of kids being able to create accounts on the video site. On Thursday, the federal government introduced legislation to parliament to ban kids under 16 from social media sites …

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Social media platforms to face $50 million fines under social media ban, now to include Snapchat

ABC

Social media companies will be threatened with up to $50 million fines for systematically breaching age verification laws, under an Albanese government plan to ban under 16s from the platforms. The government will introduce legislation to parliament today to require social media companies to block children under 16, using age assurance technology that is yet to be determined. Communications Minister …

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Australian parliament debates social media ban for children under 16

Firstpost

The world-first legislation would force social media firms to take steps to prevent those under 16 years of age from accessing platforms such as X, TikTok, Facebook and Instagram Australian PM Anthony Albanese has endorsed banning children from registering social media accounts until they are 16. X/AlboMP Social media companies could be fined more than US$30 million if they fail …

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Australia won’t force social media users to share their personal details when child ban takes effect

Associated Press

MELBOURNE, Australia — Australia’s communications minister said Wednesday the government won’t force social media users to hand over their personal information to tech companies, as children younger than 16 are set to be banned from the platforms. Rowland told Parliament on Wednesday the legislation will contain “robust provisions” to protect social media users’ privacy. Age Check Certification Scheme’s chief executive …

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Australia introduces bill to limit under-16s from using social media with tech companies facing huge fines

CNN

Brisbane, Australia CNN — The Australian government is threatening multimillion dollar fines for social media companies that breach a proposed ban on children under 16 from using their service. Communications Minister Michelle Rowland introduced an amendment to the Online Safety Act in parliament on Thursday, which the government has pitched as “world-leading social media reform.” “The Albanese Government is introducing …

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1 month ago

Tulisa is the I’m a Celeb contestant who deserves redemption the most – not disgraced politicans

The Independent

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “I wasn’t prepared for that level of celebrity, and it was a massive shock,” she …

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Beyoncé’s mom reveals if the singer accepted $10M for Kamala Harris rally performance

Hindustan Times

Beyoncé’s mom, Tina Knowles, isn’t holding back when it comes to setting the record straight. The 70-year-old took to Instagram to debunk a rumor circulating online that her superstar daughter was paid $10 million to appear at Vice President Kamala Harris’ Houston rally in October. “Beyonce did not receive a penny for speaking at a Presidential candidate Vice President Kamala …

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Beyoncé will perform a halftime show during one of the NFL's Christmas Day games

NPR

Beyoncé will perform a halftime show during one of the NFL's Christmas Day games toggle caption Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP Beyoncé will perform at a halftime show during one of the NFL's Christmas Day matchups on Netflix. She will take the stage during a game between her hometown team, the Houston Texans, and the Baltimore Ravens, to perform songs from her latest …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Australia will require social media platforms to act to prevent online harm to users

Associated Press

MELBOURNE, Australia — Australia plans to require social media platforms to act to prevent online harms to users such as bullying, predatory behavior and algorithms pushing destructive content, the government said Thursday. “The Digital Duty of Care will place the onus on digital platforms to proactively keep Australians safe and better prevent online harms,” Communications Minister Michelle Rowland said in …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Australia to Make Big Tech Liable for Citizens Online Safety

Deccan Chronicle

The Australian government plans to enact laws requiring big tech firms to protect its citizens online, the latest move by the center-left Labor administration to crack down on social media including through age limits and curbs on misinformation. It would “keep users safe and help prevent online harms.” The Australian government has moved in recent years to crack down on …

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No wonder the royals don't want Andrew and Fergie around for Christmas... Just look at the company the disgraced Duke of York keeps, says ANDREW LOWNIE

High school basketball: Friday’s scores for boys’ and girls’ games

Australia to tax tech firms that earn $160 mn or more but don’t pay for news

High school basketball: Wednesday’s scores from boys’ and girls’ games

James Glenday to replace Michael Rowland to join Bridget Brennan as ABC News Breakfast co-host in 2025

Australia’s House of Representatives passes bill that would ban young children from social media

Meta, TikTok, Google Slam Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban

Australia should delay social media ban for children under 16, Big Tech says

Destiny's Child Reunites As Beyoncé And Kelly Rowland Support Michelle Williams At Broadway Debut

Australia withdraws a misinformation bill after critics compare it to censorship

How will Australia’s social media ban for kids under 16 work?

A social media ban for children younger than 16 is introduced in Australia’s Parliament

Reddit fixes widespread outage affecting thousands in the US

Australia’s parliament considers legislation banning social media for under 16s

YouTube exemption backed by group behind push for under-16 social media ban

Social media platforms to face $50 million fines under social media ban, now to include Snapchat

Australian parliament debates social media ban for children under 16

Australia won’t force social media users to share their personal details when child ban takes effect

Australia introduces bill to limit under-16s from using social media with tech companies facing huge fines

Tulisa is the I’m a Celeb contestant who deserves redemption the most – not disgraced politicans

Beyoncé’s mom reveals if the singer accepted $10M for Kamala Harris rally performance

Beyoncé will perform a halftime show during one of the NFL's Christmas Day games

Australia will require social media platforms to act to prevent online harm to users

Australia to Make Big Tech Liable for Citizens Online Safety