Britain Unveils Sweeping Ban On Social Media For Under-16s
Longtime Slashdot reader schwit1 shares a report from NBC News: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a sweeping ban on social media use for those under 16, joining other countries around the world seeking to protect children online. “It’s a big step for our country,” Starmer said in a recorded video message released Monday. “Social media is maki … ⌘ Read more
Microsoft Updates Six Windows’ Apps. ‘Photos’ Gets Watermarks for Copilot Images (Off by Default)
Microsoft dropped “massive” updates for six stock Windows apps, reports the “Microsoft enthusiast” site Neowin.
Here’s some of their more interesting highlights for Clock, Media Player, Calculator, Voice Recorder, Photos, and Paint:
The Photos app (version 2026.11060.2004.0):
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UK Scientists See Little Evidence for Claims Smartphones Are Rewiring Kids’ Brains
UK’s Members of Parliament (MP) were “looking for proof that smartphones and social media are rotting children’s brains,” writes The Register — but they got “a less satisfying answer from neuroscientists on Wednesday: nobody can really prove it.”
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Tom Cruise’s Steven Spielberg Popcorn Bucket Is Better Than Disclosure Day’s Official Vessel
Tom Cruise recently checked out the latest Steven Spielberg movie, Disclosure Day. While at a screening, Cruise showed off his special Spielberg-themed popcorn bucket, an item that unironically was better than the official one from the movie. Cruise recently took to social media to share some photos of himself at a screening for the mov … ⌘ Read more
I’ve had coaches I’d run through walls for. These are the five questions Essendon, Carlton and Tassie should ask
Fans want hope. Boards want credibility. The media wants a headline. But the most important question any club looking for a new coach should ask is, what are their players looking for? ⌘ Read more
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Brad Pitt’s Dog Movie Was Just Spoiled & Fans Aren’t Mad About It
A major spoiler of Brad Pitt’s upcoming dog movie has surfaced online, but no one seems to be complaining about it. In fact, Richard Raymond, who serves as one of the producers on Heart of the Beast, himself shared the major plot point on his social media profile, confirming that the movie would differ vastly […]
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Affaire Lyhanna: la loi du talion en prime time
Après le meurtre de la collégienne, plusieurs élus d’extrême droite se sont prononcés pour un rétablissement de la peine de mort ou la tenue d’un référendum à ce sujet. Dans certains médias, la question du retour de la peine capitale est désormais posée comme si de rien n’était. ⌘ Read more
Senior Liberal warns party to stop talking about One Nation as Hanson hits back at PM
The One Nation leader posted a report about its fundraising campaign on social media after Albanese questioned its veracity, Hanson saying it proved the money was “ridgy-didge”. ⌘ Read more
Hanson scoffs at Albanese’s scepticism of One Nation fundraising, releases audit
The One Nation leader posted the report on social media and said it proved the millions raised in her Fire the Liar campaign were “ridgy didge”. ⌘ Read more
The shock-jock whisperer managing One Nation’s talent
Rookie One Nation senator Sean Bell, who was embarrassed on 2GB last week, has a talk radio veteran running his media. ⌘ Read more
Young teens risk mental health harm after one year of social media use
A study that tracked teenagers for a decade found a decline in their wellbeing from time online – but it also provides a critical window for intervention. ⌘ Read more
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Major Days of Our Lives Star Is Leaving, Says Goodbye To Fans
Elia Cantu, who plays Jada Hunter, took to social media to announce her departure from Days of Our Lives. Originally introduced in July 2022, she is the daughter of Marcus Hunter. While she didn’t disclose the reason for stepping away from the show, she did pay tribute to her character and extended thanks to the […]
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‘Busting out the dance moves’: Katter the life of the party in Melbourne
The member for Kennedy in Queensland was spotted in Melbourne – and dancing on social media – and naturally, we were curious. ⌘ Read more
Only Murders in the Building Season 6 Casts Bridgerton Star & 7 More
Hulu‘s Only Murders in the Building Season 6 adds seven new faces including a Bridgerton star. While the makers have yet to confirm whether any Season 5 guest stars will return, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, who plays Detective Williams, was spotted in social media posts from the set. The upcoming installment is currently filming in the […]
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X-Men’s Sabretooth Actor Tyler Mane Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis: ‘F— Cancer’
Tyler Mane, who played Sabretooth in X-Men, recently offered a grim health update. In a social media video, the former World Championship Wrestling star revealed that he has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Tyler Mane reveals breast cancer diagnosis after wanting to keep it a secret Tyler Mane recently confirmed in a short video posted […]
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‘Disgusting’: Young & Restless Fans Reject Bizarre New Matt Twist
Fans of The Young and the Restless voiced their reactions to the strange new Matt Clark twist, calling it “disgusting.” The latest storyline shift lit up social media as longtime viewers slammed the recent plot twists. Young and Restless fans are not happy with the latest Matt twist The Young and the Restless fans are […]
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«On va se faire attraper par l’Arcom»: CNews laisse carte blanche au média d’extrême droite Frontières et crispe ses équipes
L’émission «100% Frontières» diffusée chaque jour sur CNews est si radicale qu’elle choque même en interne. Au point qu’un chroniqueur de la chaîne a discrètement saisi l’Arcom pour dénoncer la place «quasi-exclusive» accordée à «l’immigration» ou à «l’islam», «sans maîtrise de l’antenne».” “ ⌘ Read more
Mercedes‑Benz starts large‑scale production of electric axial flux motor
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Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48472877
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Israel Folau posts his support for gay footballer Kane Evans on social media
Of all the social media support Kane Evans has received since coming out as gay, the most unexpected source is controversial code-hopper Israel Folau. ⌘ Read more
Scarlett Johansson’s Star-Studded Exorcist Movie Just Got a Massive Update
Scarlett Johansson‘s star-studded Exorcist movie just took a major step forward. The director took to social media to share the latest update on the franchise reboot. Mike Flanagan gives update on The Exorcist’s filming Mike Flanagan has officially wrapped filming on his upcoming Exorcist reboot. The director shared the news on Instagram alongside Blumhouse, posting an image of […]
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Why GMA’s Robin Roberts Was Recently Replaced as Host
Robin Roberts took to social media to reveal why she has been absent from Good Morning America lately. She didn’t appear on the Friday, May 29 episode, and was also missing at the commencement of the following week. She was temporarily replaced by Rebecca Jarvis. GMA’s Robin Roberts has been on hiatus for a new […]
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FCC Wants To Kill Burner Phones By Forcing Telecoms To Get All Customers’ IDs
An anonymous reader quotes a report from 404 Media: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) wants to make it effectively impossible for people to buy what many call burner phones – a phone not explicitly linked to your identity at the point of purchase – which would impact privacy-conscious people, to domestic abuse … ⌘ Read more
Netflix’s Scooby-Doo: Origins Is Already Facing Fan Backlash
Netflix has finally unveiled its live-action iteration of Scooby-Doo, showing how the dog will look in the upcoming Origins series. However, fans have not warmly received its look, making their feelings clear on social media. Fans aren’t liking Scooby-Doo’s first look Netflix recently dropped a new teaser for Scooby-Doo: Origins, showing off its version of […]
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Microsoft Hacked To Deliver Malware To Claude and Gemini Users
An anonymous reader quotes a report from 404 Media: Microsoft has shut down a wave of its own repositories on GitHub, including those related to Azure and AI coding agents, as it investigates a data breach, according to research from cybersecurity researchers and a statement given to 404 Media by Microsoft. Hackers planted malware that would harvest pe … ⌘ Read more
«L’arc réactionnaire vise les fêtes dissidentes et populaires»
La droite s’attaque au free parties. Nombre de médias et de politiques s’en prennent à la jeunesse qui célèbre la victoire du PSG. Le monde de la culture, dans le viseur de l’extrême droite, est devenu une cible facile. La fête est-elle finie? Notre émission en public, enregistrée lors du Mediapart Festival. ⌘ Read more
Anzeige: Neue Bluetooth-Kopfhörer von Shokz jetzt bei Media Markt
Vor wenigen Tagen hat Shokz zwei neue Modelle von Open-Ear-Kopfhörern auf den Markt gebracht. Bei Media Markt können Interessenten jetzt zuschlagen. ( Media Markt, Audio/Video)
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Hugh Laurie Apologizes After House Dispute, Says He Was a ‘Thin-Skinned T—’
Hugh Laurie apologized to writer Janet Murray on social media. This came after the writer received backlash over his criticism of her “trenchant” analysis of House. Earlier, Laurie had slammed Murray for pointing out recurring structure in the series, backing his comment with examples of known figures from the music and art fields. Why Hugh […]
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Apple credits Australia’s teen social media ban for its new controls
Apple chief executive Tim Cook told Anthony Albanese the iPhone maker’s new child-safety tools were “in part inspired” by the world-first social media ban. ⌘ Read more
Apple credits Australia’s teen social media ban for its new controls
Apple chief executive Tim Cook told Anthony Albanese the iPhone maker’s new child-safety tools were “in part inspired” by the world-first social media ban. ⌘ Read more
General Hospital Star Kirsten Storms Breaks Silence on Maxie’s Future
Kirsten Storms, who plays Maxie on General Hospital, recently took to social media to share a personal and professional update. She openly addressed the apartment break-in situation while also revealing her brain aneurysm diagnosis. Moreover, she updated fans on her return to the show while stressing that her daughter remains her top priority. General Hospital’s Kirsten Storms on if she’d return as Ma … ⌘ Read more
ASX pares losses; banks and miners slide, oOh!media jumps on takeover bid
The Australian sharemarket opened sharply lower on Tuesday as local investors caught up with Wall Street’s sell-off on Friday and a flare-up of fighting between Israel and Iran. ⌘ Read more
Was Australia’s teen social media ban effective?
It’s been six months since Australia’s teen social media ban came into effect, but is it working? ⌘ Read more
Polymarket and Kalshi Say Influencer Partners Can’t Deny Election Results, Actually
Social media posts questioning the integrity of LA’s mayoral election were labeled “paid partnerships.” Then Kalshi and Polymarket told creators to delete them. ⌘ Read more
La députée LFI Sophia Chikirou relaxée pour escroquerie mais condamnée pour vol
L’élue est relaxée par le tribunal judiciaire de Paris pour tentative d’escroquerie alors qu’elle était accusée d’avoir tenté de virer des fonds de la webtélé Le Média vers sa société. Elle est en revanche condamnée à 8 000 euros d’amende, dont la moitié avec sursis, pour avoir volé deux chèques jamais encaissés. ⌘ Read more
Albanese pledges to keep reducing migration as third poll puts One Nation in lead
After politicians from all sides condemned billboards portraying Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan as a witch, Albanese made an impassioned request for media outlets to stop portraying politicians in a personal manner. ⌘ Read more
Anzeige: Nintendo Switch 2 nur noch Stunden zum Jahrestiefstpreis im Angebot
Amazon kontert Media Markts laufende Mehrwertsteuer-Aktion und reduziert die gefragte Nintendo-Switch-2-Konsole ebenfalls auf unter 400 Euro. ( Nintendo Switch, Nintendo)
Albanese pledges to keep reducing migration as third poll puts One Nation in lead
After politicians from all sides condemned billboards portraying Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan as a witch, Albanese made an impassioned request for media outlets to stop portraying politicians in a personal manner. ⌘ Read more
Albanese pledges to further reduce migration as third poll puts One Nation in lead
After politicians from all sides condemned billboards portraying Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan as a witch, Albanese made an impassioned request for media outlets to stop portraying politicians in a personal manner. ⌘ Read more
Exclusive: Aussie teens react to new social media ban
Australia’s landmark social media ban for under-16s came into effect this morning, but young Aussies say it’s already failing. ⌘ Read more
‘Unhinged’: Trump storms out of TV interview when pressed on false election claims
A visibly enraged US president took off his microphone, dropped it to the ground and stepped on it after unleashing a tirade against the American media and elections. ⌘ Read more
3 Movies Like Masters of the Universe Every He-Man Fan Should See
Masters of the Universe is now in theaters nationwide. The live-action adaptation of Mattel’s media franchise stars Nicholas Galitzine as Adam Glenn/He-Man, who must embrace his destiny and save his planet from the villainous Skeletor. If you’ve already seen Masters of the Universe or you’re looking for other adventures like it, here are three more movies that […]
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Teen Social Media Bans Risk Strengthening Big Tech’s Dominance, Warns Bluesky Exec
Bluesky’s chief operating officer believes teen social media bans “risk entrenching Big Tech’s dominance,” reports CNBC:
Rose Wang, Bluesky’s chief operating officer, told CNBC on the sidelines of SXSW in London on Wednesday that the smaller open-source platform isn’t opposed to regulation but that smaller playe … ⌘ Read more
SPÖ legt Gesetzesvorschlag vor
Justizministerin Anna Sporrer und der für Medien zuständige Vizekanzler Andreas Babler (beide SPÖ) haben einen Gesetzesvorschlag für den Umgang mit beleidigenden Kommentaren auf Social Media und missbräuchlichen Abmahnwellen an die Koalitionspartner ÖVP und NEOS geschickt. Das Medienrechtsänderungsgesetz ging am Samstag in die politische Koordinierung und soll rasch in den parlamentarischen Prozess kommen, wie es in einer Stellungnahme hieß. ⌘ Read more
3 Movies Like Masters of the Universe Every He-Man Fan Should See
Masters of the Universe is now in theaters nationwide. The live-action adaptation of Mattel’s media franchise stars Nicholas Galitzine as Adam Glenn/He-Man, who must embrace his destiny and save his planet from the villainous Skeletor. If you’ve already seen Masters of the Universe or you’re looking for other adventures like it, here are three more movies that […]
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Paramount Moves To Dismiss Lawsuit Seeking To Block Warner Bros. Deal
Paramount has finally fired back at critics of the media giant’s multi-billion-dollar deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, filing a motion to dismiss a lawsuit intended to block the merger. In its motion, the organization deemed the case “clumsy” and claimed that the real motive of the lawsuit is to “politicize antitrust law.” Paramount asks court […]
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