The UK government has announced a ban on social media access for individuals under the age of 16. The government is seeking input from parents and carers regarding their opinions on these restrictions and how children aged 16 and under feel about the ban.
Fast bowler Ollie Robinson has been ruled out of England's second Test against New Zealand due to right knee soreness. The 32-year-old, who was Player of the Match in the first Test, will remain with the squad for rehabilitation. Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson are also unavailable pending an investigation.
Keir Starmer announced plans for the UK to ban social media access for users under 16, citing concerns over child unhappiness, bullying, and mental health impacts. The ban aims to go further than Australia's pioneering restrictions.
السيناتور الجمهوري ليندسي غراهام يعرب عن قلقه بشأن رؤية إيران للاتفاق النووي، رغم ترحيبه بالأنباء عن اتفاق مبدئي. ترامب يعلن عن اتفاق لإنهاء الحرب وفتح مضيق هرمز، لكن تفاصيل الاتفاق لم تُكشف بعد.
US President Donald Trump stated that regime change in Iran is not a primary concern for him, describing the current Iranian group as the most rational they have dealt with. This comes as Washington and Tehran reportedly agreed to a deal, expected to be signed in Geneva on June 19, which will include discussions on Tehran's nuclear program.
Victoria Police are investigating an off-field assault at an Ararat Eagles vs. Lismore-Derrinallum football match in Ararat, Victoria. Footage shows a player punching an opponent as play continued. The Mininera and District Football League is also reviewing two on-field incidents.
Hong Kong's government will release its first five-year plan in Q3, aiming to align with national development goals. Officials stated it's a strategic guide, not a shift to a planned economy, and will complement existing budgets and policy addresses.
Hong Kong's constitutional affairs chief announced a new five-year development blueprint, set for release in Q3. The plan aims to align the city with national development goals and will focus on innovation, technology, and the Northern Metropolis project, while officials assure it complements, not replaces, the free market.
AI firm Anthropic has sent senior technical staff to Washington to meet with White House officials to resolve a dispute over national security concerns that led to restrictions on its advanced AI models, Mythos 5 and Fable 5.
SpaceX's IPO saw its stock close up 19% on its debut, with founder Elon Musk becoming the world's first trillionaire. Despite investor optimism and significant retail investment, concerns about overvaluation persist, with analysts pointing to high P/E ratios compared to tech giants like Nvidia and Apple.
Footage showing an Indonesian maid being abused in Malaysia has resurfaced, leading to renewed concerns about the treatment of foreign domestic workers and prompting calls for the Indonesian government to intervene. Four individuals, two sisters and their husbands, have been arrested in connection with the incident.
A US-Iran deal will reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing global energy supply concerns. However, unresolved disputes mean future flare-ups are possible, and tanker traffic may not fully return to pre-war levels soon, likely keeping oil prices higher.
South Australia's sole Bureau of Meteorology wave buoy off Kangaroo Island has ceased transmitting data for the third time in under two years. The recurring failures, despite lengthy repairs, are raising serious safety concerns among fishers and oceanographers who rely on its data.
Mark Cuban cautioned that even the wealthiest entrepreneurs could see their fortunes disappear if the stock market crashes again. He also expressed concern about wealth concentration and shared his strategy for protecting his own wealth.
The UFC Freedom 250 event took place at the White House on the South Lawn, with over 4,000 attendees. Despite severe thunderstorm watches, organizers proceeded with the event. President Trump, celebrating his 80th birthday, was present with UFC CEO Dana White and several family members.
The NCR Planning Board is set to approve the NCR Regional Plan 2041, which fully restores the Natural Conservation Zone (NCZ). This necessitates rapid mapping of the NCZ, including assessing Aravali shrinkage, to identify and address violations across the region.
Donald Trump, celebrating his 80th birthday, appeared with UFC CEO Dana White at a massive UFC event on the White House South Lawn. Despite severe thunderstorm watches and potential for high winds and lightning, the event proceeded with over 4,000 attendees on-site and 120,000 expected at a nearby watch party. A lawsuit to stop the event was dismissed.
President Trump and UFC CEO Dana White addressed a crowd on the White House South Lawn for a UFC event, delayed by severe weather. The event, coinciding with Trump's 80th birthday, faced potential disruptions from thunderstorms, hail, and high winds, with contingency plans in place.
A peace deal between Iran and the US has been announced, with President Trump calling it 'complete' and the Strait of Hormuz to be reopened. However, concerns are raised by allies like Senator Lindsey Graham over differing interpretations of the agreement, while Iran claims it 'forced' the US to accept the deal.
Spain's Lamine Yamal is fit for their World Cup opener against Cape Verde, but manager Luis de la Fuente will decide on his introduction based on game progression. Yamal, along with Nico Williams and Victor Munoz, is available but not starting.
Syphilis infection rates are rising in Australia, prompting concern among experts. The sexually transmitted infection, preventable and curable, has seen a significant increase in notifications, particularly congenital syphilis cases affecting First Nations children. Efforts are underway to combat the outbreak through increased testing and culturally safe healthcare.
Australia has welcomed a US-Iran ceasefire, with PM Albanese emphasizing the need for dialogue and addressing Iran's nuclear program. Meanwhile, domestic politics sees Opposition Leader Angus Taylor focusing on the federal budget and a Senate inquiry, while One Nation's rising poll numbers and fundraising are also in focus.
Northern Grampians Shire Council (NGSC) in west Victoria has refused community calls to install CCTV in high-crime locations like a skate park, citing human rights privacy concerns. Despite using cameras at council workplaces, NGSC claims public safety is Victoria Police's responsibility.
Swiss voters appear to have rejected a hard-right proposal to cap the country's population at 10 million by 2050. Early projections show 55% opposition to the anti-immigration initiative, which had sparked fears of economic and EU relation "chaos". Separately, a referendum on making civilian service less attractive also saw a narrow projected win for the bill.
