December 12, 2025

Reddit Challenges Australia’s Ban on Under-16 Social Media Use in High Court

Reddit has taken Australia's new social media ban for under-16s to the High Court. The site says the law threatens privacy and political freedoms. The ban blocks kids from 10 major platforms. This is the second major legal fight against the rule.

December 12, 2025

Over 100 Booked After Violent Farmers Protest Against Ethanol Factory in Rajasthan

Over 100 people were booked and 40 detained after farmers clashed with police during a protest against an ethanol factory in Hanumangarh, Rajasthan. Locals fear pollution risks, and tensions remain high with political leaders involved.

December 12, 2025

Government Opens Door to Reform MP Travel Perks Amid Expense Scandal

Australia's federal government is pushing for a review of MPs' travel perks after a scandal over expenses claimed by Anika Wells and others. Opposition leader Sussan Ley offers support for reforms, signaling a new bipartisan effort to fix the broken system.

December 12, 2025

US Sanctions Six Ships After Seizing Venezuelan Oil Tanker ‘Skipper’

The US has sanctioned six ships linked to Venezuelan oil after seizing the tanker Skipper near Venezuela. The move targets Maduro’s allies amid drug and oil smuggling claims.

December 12, 2025

Reddit Challenges Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban in High Court

Reddit has filed a legal challenge against Australia’s under-16 social media ban. The company says the law forces risky age checks on adults and isolates teens. Reddit argues it mainly serves adults and does not act like typical social media sites. The case could be heard in 2024 after Reddit complies with the law.