Author: Dave Carter

Members of Parliament have decided against adopting an Australia-style prohibition on social media use for children under the age of 16. Instead, they have endorsed a more flexible approach, granting ministers discretionary powers to regulate access. This follows Australia’s introduction of a ban on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat for younger users at the… Continue reading MPs reject call for under-16s social media ban, backing more flexible powers

The text you provided discusses the emergence of fake social media pages using AI-generated content, including deepfake images and videos, to create false political and celebrity scenarios. Here’s a concise summary of the key points: – **Fake AI-generated content:** Multiple Facebook pages have been creating and sharing fake stories and images involving politicians like Laura… Continue reading Meta removes UK politics deepfake pages after BBC investigation

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has committed to investigating ways to support households that rely on heating oil, acknowledging the particular difficulties they face amid the ongoing conflict between the US and Israel with Iran. This announcement comes in response to soaring global oil prices, which surged to nearly $120 a barrel on Monday—a peak not seen… Continue reading Reeves to look at how to help households with heating oil bills

A former editor of the Daily Mail has denied allegations that she obtained confidential medical details concerning actress Sadie Frost’s ectopic pregnancy through illegal methods. Katie Nicholl provided remote testimony at the High Court on Monday during a trial where Associated Newspapers (ANL), the publisher behind the Mail, faces accusations of serious privacy violations spanning… Continue reading Sadie Frost pregnancy tip came from source, says Daily Mail journalist

Richard Evan Rhys Williams, a trainer known for winning the Welsh Grand National, has been convicted of assaulting a man on his property in Llancarfan, Vale of Glamorgan. The incident involved Williams striking Martin Dandridge multiple times with a hockey stick during an attack that occurred at night in December 2024. As a result of… Continue reading Horse racing trainer Evan Williams guilty of hockey stick assault

King Charles delivered a message at the annual Commonwealth Day service held in London, emphasizing the potential of the Commonwealth to promote unity amid a “fragmented world.” The event at Westminster Abbey saw the attendance of the King and Queen, along with the Prince and Princess of Wales and Princess Anne. This gathering marked the… Continue reading King praises Commonwealth at biggest royal gathering since Andrew arrest

A significant fire broke out on Sunday afternoon in a vape shop located in a B-listed Victorian building adjacent to Glasgow Central Station, Scotland’s busiest rail hub. The blaze rapidly spread through the historic structure, known as Union Corner, situated at the intersection of Union Street and Gordon Street. The incident began around 15:45, prompting… Continue reading Glasgow Central: Days of disruption as station closed after fire in neighbouring building

Sir Keir Starmer has cautioned that the ongoing conflict involving Iran carries the risk of impacting the UK economy. Speaking at a community centre in London, the prime minister acknowledged public concerns and emphasized that his government is actively assessing the situation, collaborating with international partners, and working to minimize any adverse effects on the… Continue reading Keir Starmer warns of impact of Iran conflict on UK economy

A woman who identified Andy Malkinson in a video lineup following a rape has revealed to a jury that she later doubted whether he was actually her attacker after seeing him in court. Despite her reservations, police officers reassured her that she had “got the right man” and that her doubts were merely “trial nerves.”… Continue reading Rape victim 'warned police Andy Malkinson may not be attacker'

A charity focusing on special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England has expressed serious concerns about the government’s proposed reforms to the SEND system, warning that these changes could “strip away” essential legal protections for children and young people who require support. The Independent Provider of Special Education Advice (IPSEA), which specialises in SEND… Continue reading SEND reforms to 'strip away' children's legal protections, charity says