High Court case questions sweeping youth restrictions Reddit launches a High Court challenge against Australia’s law that blocks all users under 16 from joining major social platforms. The law took effect on Wednesday and requires ten companies to deny accounts to young Australians. Supporters argue the ban protects children from harmful content and manipulative algorithms. Reddit complies with the rule but warns it threatens privacy and political freedoms. Two teenagers also prepare a separate case awaiting a High Court hearing. Company says policy misunderstands online youth behavior “Despite good intentions, this law misses the mark,” Reddit states on its website.…
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A High-Cost Path to Citizenship President Donald Trump unveils a visa aimed at wealthy foreign nationals. The programme targets applicants willing to pay at least one million dollars. Trump promises a direct path to citizenship for vetted candidates. He says the initiative helps US companies retain vital global talent. He presents the plan as a major win for the American economy. How the Gold Card Works The Gold Card provides a fast-tracked US visa for applicants who demonstrate strong economic value. The official website says the programme focuses on people who offer substantial benefits to the United States. The launch…
Revolutionary Rules Transform the Championship The 2025 season ends with McLaren winning both titles, but 2026 brings a complete overhaul. Formula 1 introduces sweeping technical regulations and expands the grid to eleven teams. A major British sports outlet outlines the key changes fans should watch in this new era.The rule changes represent the biggest shift in years. Cars lose 30 kilograms, shrink by ten centimetres, and become far more efficient. Power units now split output nearly equally between electric and combustion power. Fully sustainable fuels complete the transformation.The impact on racing remains uncertain. Chassis and engine rules have never changed…
US Adjusts Rules on Advanced Technology Exports US President Donald Trump now allows Nvidia to sell its H200 AI chips to “approved customers” in China. He says the move protects national security, supports American jobs, and maintains the US lead in artificial intelligence. The policy also covers other US chipmakers like AMD and follows lobbying efforts by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who visited Washington last week. Nvidia Faces Pressure Amid US–China Rivalry Nvidia, the world’s most valuable chipmaker, remains caught between Washington and Beijing. The firm previously faced a ban on selling its most advanced chips to China. Trump lifted…
President warns of growing influence in streaming US President Donald Trump expresses concern about Netflix’s planned $72 billion acquisition of Warner Brothers Discovery. He tells an audience in Washington that Netflix already controls a significant share of the streaming market. He warns that merging the two companies could create serious competition challenges. On Friday, both firms announce an agreement to bring major Warner franchises, including Harry Potter and Game of Thrones, to Netflix. The deal still requires approval from regulators. Requests for comment to both companies and the White House go unanswered. Netflix looks to expand its global reach Netflix…
Salah Feels Abandoned Mohamed Salah says Liverpool no longer protect him and claims his relationship with Arne Slot has broken down. He stays on the bench for all 90 minutes during the 3-3 draw at Leeds. It marks his third straight match without a start. After the game, he says the club place all blame on him. He says he once enjoyed open communication with Slot. Now he says that connection is gone. He says he cannot explain the sudden collapse. He believes someone at the club wants him pushed aside. Salah says he loves Liverpool deeply and will always…
A sweeping move in global entertainment Netflix plans to acquire the film and streaming businesses of Warner Bros Discovery for 72 billion dollars. The company wins the bidding race against Comcast and Paramount Skydance after a lengthy contest. Warner Bros owns giant franchises like Harry Potter and Game of Thrones. It also operates HBO Max. The merger would create a dominant media force, but regulators still need to approve it. Creative unions already express strong concern. Netflix co-chief Ted Sarandos says he feels confident about securing approval. He says combining both content libraries will give viewers richer stories. He argues…
Putin Repeats His Donbas Ultimatum Vladimir Putin again demands that Ukrainian troops leave the Donbas. He warns that Russia will seize the region by force if Kyiv refuses. He tells India Today that Moscow now controls about 85% of the territory. Volodymyr Zelensky rejects any handover of Ukrainian land. Trump Envoys Report Mixed Signals After Kremlin Talks Putin’s remarks follow Donald Trump’s claim that his envoys sensed limited interest in peace from Moscow. Negotiator Steve Witkoff plans to meet Ukraine’s delegation soon in Florida. Trump describes his Kremlin talks as “reasonably good” yet says both sides must move. The Kremlin…
Meta removes under-16 users ahead of lawMeta has begun removing Australian children under 16 from Instagram, Facebook, and Threads. The company takes this step one week before the national youth ban begins. Last month, Meta informed users aged 13 to 15 that their accounts would close starting 4 December. Around 150,000 Facebook accounts and roughly 350,000 Instagram profiles are expected to be affected. Threads also restricts young users because it requires an Instagram login. Australia’s new law, effective 10 December, mandates that platforms block under-16s. Companies face fines of up to A$49.5m if they fail to comply. Meta urges stronger…
Prada Expands Its Luxury Footprint Prada announced on Tuesday that it acquired Versace, bringing two major Italian fashion houses together under one roof. The company paid $1.38bn, far below the roughly $2bn Capri Holdings invested in Versace in 2018. The acquisition broadens Prada’s portfolio, which includes Miu Miu, and strengthens its position against rivals such as LVMH, owner of Dior, Fendi, and Louis Vuitton. Versace Enters a Transformative Phase Donatella Versace stepped down in March after 27 years leading the brand with glamorous designs and the iconic Medusa logo. She took charge in 1997 after her brother Gianni’s murder and…
