77 m. ago Teens hoping to get around Australia’s social media ban are rushing to smaller apps. Where are they going?

As Meta begins deleting accounts and the deadline looms, children have already begun to flock to platforms not included in the banned list, like Coverstar, Lemon8, Yope and RednoteAustralia social media ban explained: everything you need to knowGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAs Australia prepares to block under-16s from accessing 10 of its largest social media platforms, less prominent companies have begun courting the teen market – in some cases paying underaged influencers to promote them.One teenaged TikTok influencer said in a paid “collab” video for the app Coverstar: “The social media ban is fast approaching, but I found the new cool app we can all move to.” Continue reading...

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91 m. ago David Morrissey, Leanne Best and Bobby Schofield latest stars to join the A

David Morrissey will play McCartney's father Jim, while Leanne Best is reported to take on the role of Lennon's Aunt Mimi,.

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98 m. ago Court releases audio of 911 call that led to Luigi Mangione’s arrest

Judge allows call from manager of Pennsylvania McDonald’s to be made public after press urged its releaseAn audio recording of a 911 call that led to Luigi Mangione’s arrest has been made public after the press advocated for its release.The audio recording was played in Manhattan state court this week during a proceeding about evidence gathered during Mangione’s arrest over the murder of senior United HealthCare executive Brian Thompson a year ago. Mangione was arrested at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania in December last year after the restaurant’s manager called 911. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago SARAH VINE: This is what I really look like. I've spent 15 years hiding my hair loss but this is why I've now decided to reveal my real hair

This has been an eventful year for me, writes SARAH VINE. But if my memoir has taught me anything, it's that the truth really can set you free. Honesty, it seems, really is the best policy.

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3 h. ago Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding date ‘revealed’ and it's stacked with symbolic meaning

Fate of Ophelia megastar Taylor and Kansas City Chiefs ace Travis have reportedly set a date for their wedding, which is loaded with numerical significance for the number-loving singer

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3 h. ago Happiest place to live in Britain 2025 is market town in 'beautiful setting'

A study by Rightmove found living in rural areas makes people happier than in towns, while people tend to be more satisfied with where they live the older they are

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4 h. ago It's nearly over: Bitter battle between Fantastic Four's Ioan Gruffudd and and his ex

Gruffudd and ex-wife Alice Evans are locked in a bitter two-year divorce feud over spousal support, but a lawyer expressed hope it can be settled soon.

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4 h. ago Powerball jackpot soars to $820M ahead of Saturday’s lotto drawing

Three Powerball players won lesser prizes Wednesday night

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4 h. ago BetMGM Missouri Bonus Code: Get Up to $1,500 Back If Your First Bet Loses on Cowboys at Lions

Everything you need to know about the BetMGM Missouri bonus code ahead of this week’s instalment of Thursday Night Football that sees the Detroit Lions host the Dallas Cowboys

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4 h. ago Renfrewshire councillors urged to back plea to install CCTV in all of area's main parks at meeting

The need to do so "could not be clearer", claimed an elected member, after a rape in Brodie Park in mid-November.

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4 h. ago Robert De Niro, 82, sparks health fears with mystery arm sling

The 82-year-old movie legend was seen with the arm sling when he went to visit his former costar Mark Strong in the Broadway play adaptation of Oedipus.

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4 h. ago Renfrewshire Council approves plan that will guide work on poverty and cost

Local authority provides overview of key programme and sets out priorities for two years.

Economics

4 h. ago Universal Credit rule change to help more working parents get help with childcare costs

WORKING parents on Universal Credit are set for a major boost, as the Government unveils new support to cut the crippling cost of childcare. Ministers have confirmed that Universal Credit rules will change next year to stop families from falling into a "debt trap" when they try to return to work. The strategy targets one...

Society

4 h. ago Thomas Tuchel considering unusual England tactic to achieve World Cup dream

England are among the favourites to go all the way at next summer's World Cup in a tournament that will be played in stifling temperatures in USA, Mexico and Canada

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5 h. ago Heartbreaking moment 'friendly' dog wags tail and 'wants to play' with police officers as he's seized

His owner said 'it felt like my world collapsed when they took him'

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5 h. ago Man Utd player ratings as 4/10 flop disappoints during late draw vs West Ham

Manchester United slipped to a 1-1 draw against West Ham at Old Trafford and Ruben Amorim will be disappointed with his side's performance

Sport

5 h. ago Former Celtic star gives insight into Wilfried Nancy’s tactics as he reveals why his teams are HORRIBLE to play against

CELTIC fans can expect their team to be HORRIBLE to play against under Wilfried Nancy. That's according to former Hoops midfielder Scott Allan who has found what the Frenchman's tactics are like from a man in the know. Nancy was last night appointed the new manager of Celtic on a two-and-a-half year deal - five...

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5 h. ago Manchester United player ratings vs West Ham with a 4/10 but Amad and Joshua Zirkzee good

Man Utd drew 1-1 with West Ham in the Premier League after letting a lead slip at Old Trafford.

Sport

6 h. ago Drake London injury update: Falcons' coach drops hint on star player ahead of Week 14 against the Seahawk

Drake London injury update: Falcons' coach drops hint on star player ahead of Week 14 against the Seahawk  Times of India

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6 h. ago Trump hails Rwanda and DR Congo for ‘settling war’ as major peace deal signed

Peace efforts mediated by Qatar and the United States this year have failed to end the conflict

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