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Social media ban: Australia curbs access to platforms for children under 16 in landmark decision
Technology | Dec 10, 2025, 09:37 AM ISTPrime Minister Anthony Albanese called it a "proud day" for Australia, as the country implemented the world's first ban on social media accounts for people under the age of 16.
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Australia bans social media for children under 16, sets global precedent
World | Dec 10, 2025, 06:28 AM ISTChildren in Australia will no longer be able to access their social media accounts. Platforms will have to prove they’ve taken “reasonable steps” to deactivate accounts belonging to users under 16 and block new account creation.
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Indian-origin man sentenced to life in Australia for brutal murder of woman in 2018: 'Rot in hell'
World | Dec 09, 2025, 09:33 AM ISTAfter committing the crime, Rajwinder Singh fled to India leaving behind his wife, three children and parents. After remaining untraceable for over four years, he was arrested from a gurdwara in New Delhi in November 2022.
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AUS vs ENG 2nd Test pitch report: How will surface at Gabba in Brisbane play for pink-ball Test?
Cricket | Dec 03, 2025, 10:29 PM ISTAustralia will host England in the second Test at the iconic Gabba, starting December 4. The hosts are currently leading 1-0 in the series and England would be eager to bounce back. Check the pitch report ahead of the marquee Ashes clash.
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Will Travis Head open again in second Ashes Test against England? Player shares update
Cricket | Nov 30, 2025, 08:56 PM ISTTravis Head remains open to continuing as opener after his match-winning century in Perth, with Australia yet to decide his role for the Gabba Test. As Usman Khawaja works toward full fitness, Head says he’s prepared for “anything” as the team finalises its plans.
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Who is Australia PM Anthony Albanese's wife Jodie Haydon? Know about her here
World | Nov 29, 2025, 05:40 PM ISTAustralian PM Anthony Albanese tied the knot with his partner and fiancée Jodie Haydon in Canberra during an intimate wedding ceremony. "We are absolutely delighted to share our love and commitment to spending our future lives together," Albanese said in a statement.
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'Call us rubbish, not sure of arrogant' - Ben Stokes ahead of second pink-ball Ashes Test in Gabba
Cricket | Nov 29, 2025, 11:39 AM ISTBen Stokes defended England after heavy criticism followed their two-day Ashes defeat in Perth. He rejected claims the team was “arrogant” and urged focus ahead of the pink-ball Test at The Gabba, where England must overcome a 39-year drought to level the series.
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Gabba Test could finish in 2 days as well, Sheffield Shield game indicates another early finish
Cricket | Nov 25, 2025, 10:52 PM ISTShield players warn the Brisbane pitch and pink ball could produce another rapid Test, with twilight swings causing frequent collapses. Curator promises balance, while Australia look to extend their lead in the five-match series.
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Ravichandran Ashwin blasts England's batting unit for 'reckless' batting in Ashes opener in Perth
Cricket | Nov 23, 2025, 11:52 AM ISTRavichandran Ashwin criticised England’s reckless batting after their dramatic collapse on Day 2, questioning their shot selection and lack of responsibility. He said Australia, even without key bowlers, punished England’s approach as Travis Head led a comfortable chase.
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What caused Australia's batting trigger against England in Ashes opener? Mitchell Starc analyses
Cricket | Nov 21, 2025, 10:48 PM ISTUsman Khawaja’s back spasm forced a surprise reshuffle in Australia’s batting order during the first Ashes Test, contributing to a collapse to 123/9. Mitchell Starc said the team was caught off guard and hopes Khawaja recovers ahead of a crucial day two.
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Ben Stokes becomes third cricketer in Ashes history to create major milestone
Cricket | Nov 21, 2025, 04:48 PM ISTBen Stokes starred in the Ashes opener with a vital five-wicket haul after England were dismissed for 172. His spell put Australia on the back foot and made him only the third Ashes captain to score a century and take a five-for. He scored a century in Leeds in 2022.
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Ben Stokes calls upcoming Ashes as 'biggest series of our lives'
Cricket | Nov 19, 2025, 05:07 PM ISTEngland captain Ben Stokes says the upcoming Ashes is the “biggest series” of their lives, urging his team to embrace the challenge in Australia as they aim to reclaim the urn after years of heavy defeats and a decade-long drought.
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Australia bans social media for teenagers to ensure online safety, law to be effective from Dec 10
World | Nov 10, 2025, 11:47 AM ISTAustralia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the law was crucial to ensuring children's online safety. "This is about making sure our kids are safe online. The digital world should not come at the cost of their mental health or development," he explained.
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India expands global trade network: New agreements with Australia, New Zealand and Bahrain underway
Business | Nov 09, 2025, 06:26 AM ISTIndia is advancing trade negotiations with Australia, New Zealand, and Bahrain to strengthen global economic ties and boost investment opportunities.
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Meg Lanning reveals Australia's potential future captain after Alyssa Healy era
Cricket | Nov 08, 2025, 08:37 AM ISTMeg Lanning has endorsed Phoebe Litchfield as a potential successor to Alyssa Healy as Australia’s next women’s captain, praising her calm temperament and World Cup form after Healy’s ODI exit. Litchfield’s maturity and performances have impressed Lanning.
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Marizanne Kapp breaks Jhulan Goswami's all-time World Cup record in clash vs England
Cricket | Oct 29, 2025, 09:37 PM ISTMarizanne Kapp became the highest wicket-taker in Women’s ODI World Cup history with 44 wickets, while Laura Wolvaardt’s 169 powered South Africa to 319, dismantling England's final hopes. South Africa would hope to wrap things early to qualify for the summit clash on November 2.
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What will be Australia's target as per DLS against India in first T20I in Canberra?
Cricket | Oct 29, 2025, 04:27 PM ISTIndia vs Australia have been halted due to rain. Suryakumar Yadav and Shubman Gill looked in fine form before the rain played a spoilsport. The countdown timer for India's innings was over as the visitors batted 9.4 overs and made 97. Check Australia's potential DRS targets.
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Australia set ODI World Cup semi-final date with India after thrashing win over South Africa
Cricket | Oct 25, 2025, 06:56 PM ISTAustralia crushed South Africa by seven wickets at the Holkar Stadium, with Alana King taking a record 7-18 to dismantle the Proteas. The win secured a semi-final clash with India, while England faces South Africa in the other semi on October 29.
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Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner stitch 180-run partnership as Australia beat England in WWC
Cricket | Oct 22, 2025, 09:51 PM ISTAustralia defeated England by six wickets in the 2025 ODI World Cup, led by a stunning 180-run stand between Ash Gardner (104*) and Annabel Sutherland (98*). Despite early setbacks, Australia chased 245 after Sutherland also took 3 wickets with the ball.
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Joe Root can average over 150 in Ashes, says Steve Harmison
Cricket | Oct 16, 2025, 11:36 PM ISTJoe Root, still chasing a maiden century in Australia, is under the spotlight ahead of the Ashes. Steve Harmison backs him for a career-defining series and predicts a 3-1 win for England, calling the current squad fearless and ready to challenge Australia.