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A man was so tired of dating apps that he put up a billboard with his information. He's gotten messages from all over the world.
David Cline put up a billboard in Philadelphia with his information. His friends helped pay for it and he said it's been successful.
- The Guardian
Australia plans to ban children from social media. Is checking and enforcing an age block possible?
As the Albanese government pledges a ban, age verification trials in the UK and US show possible hurdles and privacy concerns
- Reuters
Russia focusing on American social media stars to covertly influence voters
Russia is increasingly turning to American social media stars to covertly influence voters ahead of the 2024 presidential election, according to U.S. officials and recently unveiled criminal charges. “What we see them doing is relying on witting and unwitting Americans to seed, promote and add credibility to narratives that serve these foreign actors’ interest,” a senior intelligence official said in a briefing on Friday. The approach is widely viewed by American security agencies as one of Russia’s preferred tactics this cycle in order to make their foreign psychological operations appear more authentic.
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Australia to introduce a minimum age limit for social media
STORY: Australia plans to set a minimum age requirement for social media use due to health concerns, but digital rights groups warn it might drive harmful behavior underground.Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said his government will run an age verification trial before setting rules later this year.He didn't specify an age, but said it would probably be between 14 and 16: “Well we’re listening to parents and listening to the community and I want to see kids off their devices and onto the footy fields and the swimming pools and the tennis courts. We want them to have real experiences with real people, because we know that social media is causing social harm, so what we’ve done is put money in the budget in May, for a trial.”The law would make Australia one of the first countries to set a minimum age. Similar efforts, like those by the EU, have failed due to concerns about limiting minors' online rights.Meta, owner of Facebook and Instagram, says it aims to help youth benefit from its platforms, and support parents, rather than just restrict access.According to government and industry data, Australia has one of the world's most online populations, with 80% of its 26 million people on social media. A 2023 study found that 75% of Australians aged 12 to 17 had used YouTube or Instagram.Albanese announced the age restriction plan during a parliamentary inquiry into social media's impact on teens' mental health.“This is a scourge. We know that there is mental health consequences for what many of the young people have had to deal with. The bullying that can occur online, the access to material which causes social harm.”The inquiry raised concerns about enforcing a lower age limit, and whether it might harm young people by pushing them to hide their online activity.In June, Australia's eSafety Commissioner warned that age restrictions might limit young people's access to crucial support and drive them to less regulated services.The body said it would work with government and community groups to improve Australia’s approach to online harms affecting safety on platforms at any age.
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Australia plans age limit to ban children from social media
Australia will ban children from using social media with a minimum age limit as high as 16, the prime minister said Tuesday, vowing to get kids off their devices and "onto the footy fields"."I want to see kids off their devices and onto the footy fields and the swimming pools and the tennis courts," Albanese said.
- The Independent
Selena Gomez says she’ll no longer announce her frequent social media breaks
Billionaire beauty founder has opened up about her regular habit of announcing her intention to step back from the apps
- Benzinga
'I Have Not Emotionally Or Legally Adopted You': Warren Buffett Cut Off His Granddaughter And She Couldn't Afford Cable Or Health Insurance
Warren Buffett, famous for his investment savvy and for being one of the richest men on earth, made headlines for cutting ties with his granddaughter, Nicole Buffett. This story shows that even billionaires have family drama. Don't Miss: Can you guess how many Americans successfully retire with $1,000,000 saved? The percentage may shock you. Are you rich? Here’s what Americans think you need to be considered wealthy. Nicole is the adopted daughter of Warren's son, Peter. When she was 4, her moth
- Cosmopolitan
Jennifer Lopez Wears Semi-Sheer Tiered Nude Dress to TIFF Party
Jennifer Lopez attended the Road to the Golden Globes Party at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival in tiered asymmetrical skirt by Chloé.
- The Independent
‘They need to know who saved them’: A man ran to rescue car crash survivors. He died hours later
Grant Fox Sr. saved several people from a smoking car that was ‘about to blow up’ before he had to be rushed to a North Las Vegas hospital, his fiancée said
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CCTV: Woman plunges into drain after concrete cover collapses
On September 4, a street vendor in the Chaiyaphum province of Thailand was selling grilled pork when a crumbling drain cover gave way beneath her. The woman tumbled into the 10-foot-deep manhole. Miraculously, she escaped with only bruises and was rescued by nearby Good Samaritans.
- The Independent
George W Bush reveals his decision on 2024 endorsement after Cheney snubbed Trump
The 43rd president will not join his former vice president Dick Cheney, who said last week that he would vote for Democrat Kamala Harris
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Huawei racks up 3 million pre-orders for tri-fold phone before Apple's iPhone 16 reveal
Chinese tech giant Huawei has garnered more than 3 million pre-orders for its triple-folding smartphone, its website showed on Monday, which comes just hours before Apple's debut of its new generation of iPhones. Huawei's Mate XT, a Z-shaped tri-fold phone is scheduled to be unveiled at a launch event on Tuesday, as announced on its social media account WeChat. Pre-ordering customers will receive details on how to purchase the phone on Tuesday, the day of the launch event, rather than making a down payment.
- The Independent
Max Verstappen makes shock F1 title statement amid Red Bull run of form
The Dutch driver has a 62-point lead to Lando Norris in the world championship with eight races left
- People
Brad Pitt Rocks Color of the Season in Butter Yellow Suit on Stylish Date Night with Ines de Ramon
The couple made their first joint red carpet appearance at the 2024 Venice Film Festival earlier this month
- The Independent
Fox News hosts furious after Kamala Harris gets jubilant reception at ‘meanest’ spice shop
Vice president said her visit to Penzeys Spices gave her some much-needed respite from debate prep against her Republican rival
- HuffPost
Kamala Harris' Campaign Strikes Rawest Of Nerves For Donald Trump In Mocking New Ad
One of Donald Trump's obsessions is lampooned in the spot — with some help from Barack Obama.
- Cinema Online
Tony Leung Kar Fai welcomes granddaughter
The veteran star has now officially become a grandpa
- The Independent
Middle-seat plane passenger shares ‘rage’ over two men ‘manspreading’ next to her
‘Girl you need to say something. They do not need to be over that much, if you’re nervous, call a flight attendant,’ one commenter on TikTok writes
- Associated Press
Francis will be only the second pope to visit Singapore, one of the wealthiest nations
When Pope Francis arrives Wednesday in Asia’s financial powerhouse Singapore for the last leg of a four-nation tour, he is expected to bring his message of unity and hope to one of the world’s richest nations. Francis will be the second pope to visit Singapore, after a five-hour stopover by the late John Paul II in 1986. Here’s what to know about Pope Francis' three-day stay in Singapore: Why is Francis visiting Singapore?