Reddit launches High Court challenge to Australia's social media ban for kids

The Australian Health Minister has indicated that weight-loss drugs may be included in the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) as early as next year, which could make these medications more accessible to the public. This potential inclusion reflects ongoing discussions about the rising rates of obesity and the need for effective treatment options in Australia.

The chief of South Korea's high-stakes exam has resigned in response to criticism over an English test deemed 'insane' by some. Critics argue that the test questions were unnecessarily complex, while others believe that such complexity is intentional to challenge students.

Authorities in Australia have reported an incident involving a skydiver whose parachute opened unexpectedly just before his jump. The unidentified man was seen on video cutting the cords of his back-up parachute in an effort to safely descend to the ground.

Reddit has launched a high court challenge against Australia's new law that bans social media access for individuals under 16, which took effect on December 10, 2025. The platform argues that the law infringes on the implied freedom of political communication as outlined in the constitution, while also expressing concerns about the intrusive verification processes it imposes on users of all ages.

President Donald Trump's administration has announced a new policy requiring travelers from Europe and other countries using the visa waiver program to disclose their social media handles from the past five years. This move has sparked significant backlash from a U.S. travel association, prominent Democrats, and potential travelers from Europe and Australia, who view it as an invasion of privacy.

President Donald Trump's administration has proposed a new policy requiring travelers from Europe and other countries using the visa waiver program to disclose their social media handles from the past five years. This initiative has sparked significant backlash from a U.S. travel association, a prominent Democrat, and potential travelers from Europe and Australia, raising concerns over privacy and civil liberties.

David McCann, editor of The Times Scotland, has been suspended following his arrest on charges of indecent communications. The arrest occurred after police conducted a search at a property in Edinburgh last month, raising serious concerns regarding his conduct and the implications for his role in journalism.

Nurse Sandie Peggie has announced her legal team will appeal the tribunal's findings regarding her case against NHS Fife, which ruled that she was harassed over a transgender changing room policy. The tribunal dismissed other claims she made against the health board and a transgender doctor. This decision was published on Monday, marking a pivotal moment in her ongoing legal battle.