Digital Rights Group Says Social Media Ban Not Working, Call for Algorithm to Be Exposed
Digital rights groups have argued against Australia’s under-16 social media ban, calling for other methods to be used.
‘Poisoned Chalice’: Bereaved Parents Call for Tougher Penalties for Social Media Breaches
Three bereaved parents have told the Senate they support doubling fines for social media companies that fail to enforce the under-16 ban.
8 Takeaways From Albanese’s Phone Call With US President Trump
The two leaders covered tariffs, AUKUS, the CCP, and critical minerals.
Former Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan to Quit Politics After 27-Year Career
Allan will not contest her seat at the November election, ending a near three-decade political career just two weeks after being ousted from the top job.
The Reserve Bank Has Identified the Problem—Will Canberra Listen?
RBA Governor Michelle Bullock has repeatedly indicated that the inflation Australians now experience are largely due to domestic economic conditions.
Avalon Airport to Become New Freight Hub for Temu and Shein
A new air freight deal with AirAsia’s logistics arm will turn Avalon Airport into a major gateway for Asian goods from e-commerce giants.
Hanson Introduces Bill to Try Bar Foreign Terrorist Fighters From Returning
One Nation pushes to block ISIS-linked individuals from returning to Australia.
Sunshine, Soccer Give UK Economy Summertime Spur
The UK’s Office for National Statistics said the British economy grew by 0.3 percent during the month of June.
Appeals Court Sidesteps Ruling on Legality of Trump’s Alien Enemies Act Invocation
The Fifth Circuit dismissed a challenge to the president’s use of the 1798 statute after the plaintiffs were deported under ordinary immigration law.
What the Science Says About When to Eat Protein
Timing matters less than you think.
What Happened When We Created a Snapchat Account for a 13-Year-Old
Studies suggest teens may be exposed to sexual, violent, drug and other unsafe content at alarming rates.
The Serotonin–Melatonin Connection to Scoliosis
Some clinicians believe that treating spinal curvature goes beyond correcting the curve itself.
‘Van of Valor’: A Road Trip to Honor Vets
Kevin and Lauren Wallace want vets remembered and do this with a 27,000-mile journey through America.
‘Accountability Taken’: Telstra Cuts Executive Pay Over July Outage
Telstra has docked the pay of 10 senior executives over July’s nationwide outage, with more penalties possible pending the outcome of an investigation.
Opposition Calls for Cut to Top Tax Rate Below 40 Percent, Migration Cut to 180,000
Senator Andrew Bragg said keeping net overseas migration (NOM) below an average of 180,000 a year could address the current housing shortfall.
Commonwealth Bank Posts Near $11 Billion Profit, Warns of Slowing Economy
CBA’s net profit rose 7 percent to $10.9 billion, while revenue increased 7 percent to $30.2 billion.
No Illegal Immigrants Released at Southern Border in 15 Months: CBP
There have been 103,028 encounters of illegal immigrants at the southwest land border so far this fiscal year.
Democratic Party Committee Advances Resolution Demanding ICE Be Abolished
The Resolutions Committee, meeting in Austin, passed the measure despite some members backing reform rather than abolition.
New Indictment Alleges Nick Reiner Lay in Wait Before Killing Parents
A grand jury returned murder charges with special circumstances in the deaths of director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
As US-Iran Hormuz Stalemate Lingers, Shipping Companies Face Worsening Dilemma
After hostilities were followed by a weeks’-long lull, the only certainty is there’s no certainty in when, how the strait will be safe, shipping experts say.
Despite Losing QB Competition, J.J. McCarthy Wants to Stay With Vikings
Head coach Kevin O'Connell named Kyler Murray the starter earlier this week.
14 Health Conditions Added to Social Security’s Compassionate Allowances List
In total, there are now 314 medical conditions that are eligible for expedited disability application processing.
Do Plants Have Consciousness?
The boundaries we have drawn around perception and awareness may be narrower than we thought.
A Nutritionist’s Advice on Eating for Healthy Hair
Before spending money on supplements, it may be worth taking a closer look at your diet.
Long-Term Instagram Use Linked to a Weaker Sense of Self, Study Shows
Researchers in Milan used virtual reality to test whether years of Instagram use affects how people recognize their own face.
Sweet Corn Season Is Here, These Recipes Make the Most of It
With corn so delicate and fresh, the best way to cook it is hardly at all.
Why This Is an Important Time to Inspect Your Trees
Between rapid growth, intense heat and frequent thunderstorms, trees can develop hidden issues that become safety hazards if left unchecked.
The California Surf Museum: A Temple Dedicated to the Waves
Founded in 1986 (at 312 Pier View Way), you can’t miss it since its blue-and-white exterior resembles a cresting wave.
