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Australia will block children under 16 from TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook, making it the first country with such a strict law. Other nations, like the UK, France, Germany, and Malaysia, have set age limits or parental consent rules. Tech companies generally require users to be at least 13, but many minors bypass restrictions.
The Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) will be held at 12 centres from today to December 21, with 11 in Vizag and one in Makavarapalem, Anakapalle. A total of 26,248 candidates, including in-service teachers, will appear in two sessions: 9:30 AM-12 PM and 2:30-5 PM. District officials were directed to ensure security, medical aid, water, power, […]
The romantic drama ‘Telusu Kada,’ starring Siddu Jonnalagadda, Raashii Khanna, and Srinidhi Shetty, failed at the box office. Director Neeraja Kona said the concept was too advanced for audiences. She confirmed a new love story with Nithiin, originally offered ‘Telusu Kada,’ and it remains unclear if it will be bold or safe.
India’s Civil Aviation Ministry has asked IndiGo to reduce 10% of its flights to curb rising cancellations. IndiGo will still operate all routes while following the reduction. Minister Ram Mohan Naidu confirmed that refunds for affected flights up to December 6 are complete and said the cut will help stabilize operations.
SpaceX is moving forward with an IPO expected to raise well over $30 billion, potentially the largest ever, targeting a $1.5 trillion valuation near Saudi Aramco’s 2019 record of $29 billion. The Elon Musk-led company aims for mid-to-late 2026, possibly slipping to 2027. Plans boosted other space stocks, with EchoStar up 12% and Rocket Lab […]
A shooting in a Kentucky State University dormitory left one student dead and another critically injured. Police say the suspect, who is not a student, has been arrested, and the incident appears to be isolated, with no ongoing threat. The university is providing support to families, while officials urge prayers for the campus community.
The US State Department says 85,000 visas have been canceled since January as the Trump administration increases immigration enforcement. A post on X said President Trump and Secretary Rubio plan to continue their strict approach. The announcement came with an image stressing that tighter visa rules are part of national security efforts.
Australia has implemented a ban on children under 16 from using major social media apps to safeguard them from online harm. The government claims that the new age verification checks will enhance kids’ mental health, despite acknowledging that the system. While some platforms question its effectiveness, Australia maintains that this is a necessary step.
Lahore police registered an FIR after two apples and a handwash bottle, valued at PKR 1,000, were stolen from Additional Sessions Judge Noor Muhammad Basmal’s chamber on Dec 5. Filed at Islampura Police Station under Section 380 of the Penal Code, the case may lead to seven years’ imprisonment. A rights activist called it Pakistan’s […]
A consumer lawsuit aims to stop Netflix’s $72 billion plan to buy Warner Bros, Discovery’s studio and streaming units. The HBO Max subscriber says the deal could harm competition as Congress and regulators raise concerns. Netflix calls the suit baseless, saying price hikes happened even with strong rivals in the crowded streaming market today.
Cognizant, Intel, and Microsoft CEOs met PM Modi, pledging investment and expansion in India. Cognizant will grow in emerging cities and boost AI skill development. Intel committed to supporting India’s semiconductor ecosystem, signing an MoU with Tata Group for local manufacturing, assembly, and advanced packaging of Intel-designed products.
Delhi’s Pollution Control Committee has banned coal and firewood in tandoors at all eateries due to high pollution levels. Restaurants must switch to electric or gas appliances. Authorities will enforce the rule under GRAP measures, citing coal-based cooking as a pollution source, with municipal bodies ordered to ensure immediate compliance across the city.
Trump criticized Europe as weak and failing on immigration and the war in Ukraine. He said that leaders fear being politically correct and urged Ukraine’s president to hold elections even during Russia’s invasion, saying Moscow has the advantage. He also repeated harsh claims about Europe’s decline and its future under current policies.
Belgium’s Supreme Court has rejected fugitive diamond trader Mehul Choksi’s appeal against India’s extradition request in the ₹13,000-crore PNB fraud case. Choksi fled to Antigua in 2018 but was later traced to Belgium. Officials said extradition proceedings will now begin, after courts found the arrest warrants valid and no risk of unfair treatment in India.
President Zelensky said he is ready to hold new elections in Ukraine and will soon send revised peace proposals to Washington. This follows pressure from US President Trump, who claims Russia has the upper hand and accuses Kyiv of avoiding elections under martial law. Zelensky asked lawmakers to explore legal amendments allowing voting during the […]