
Australian social media ban started with call to act by politician's wife
The proposed social media ban held the door open for teens over 14 to keep using social media with parental permission.
Mon Dec 02 2024

Proposed Australia law would fine Big Tech over digital competition
The consultation process is scheduled to end on Feb. 14 and more discussions will be done to prepare the draft legislation.
Mon Dec 02 2024

Australia PM Albanese says Musk pushing agenda for X in social media ban criticism
Anthony Albanese says he is open to talk to Elon Musk about the social media ban, legislated last week.
Mon Dec 02 2024

ANALYSIS - Australia legislated a teen social media ban, it has to figure out how to enforce it
The study, will likely set course for lawmakers and tech platforms around the world as they navigate a push to age-restrict social media.
Sat Nov 30 2024

Big tech says Australia "rushed" social media ban for youths under 16
A trial of methods to enforce it will start in January with the ban to take effect by Nov. 2025.
Fri Nov 29 2024

'I will still use it' vows youth, as Australia's under-16 social media ban sparks anger and relief
Children, meanwhile, says they would try to find a way around the ban.
Fri Nov 29 2024

Australia's world-first social media ban for children under 16 attracts mixed reaction
Platforms now have a social responsibility to ensure the safety of our kids is a priority for them, says Australian PM Anthony Albanese.
Fri Nov 29 2024

Australia passes social media ban for children under 16
The law forces tech giants from Instagram and Facebook owner Meta to TikTok to stop minors logging in or face fines of up to A$49.5 million.
Thu Nov 28 2024

Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024

Australia PM plays down privacy fears of social media ban for children
Anthony Albanese says social media firms would be required to destroy personal data used to verify ages of users.
Mon Nov 25 2024

Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AWANI Tonight: 11th Feb 2025
#AWANITonight with Hafiz Marzukhi
- ASEAN reaffirms support for lasting ceasefire and reconstruction in Gaza
- Malaysia's score and ranking in the corruption index remain unchanged
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
- ASEAN reaffirms support for lasting ceasefire and reconstruction in Gaza
- Malaysia's score and ranking in the corruption index remain unchanged
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Tue Feb 11 2025

Where does the US get its steel and aluminum from?
Here's a summary of the key trade partners impacted by higher tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.
Tue Feb 11 2025
AWANI Tonight: Trump suggests ending Gaza ceasefire if hostages not freed by Saturday
U.S. President Donald Trump says the Gaza ceasefire deal should be scrapped if all Israeli captives are not freed by Saturday. This comes after Hamas suspended more releases, accusing Israel of violating the deal.
Tue Feb 11 2025
AWANI Tonight: Musk makes USD97 bil bid for Open AI, Altman hits back
The battle between Elon Musk and Sam Altman over OpenAI escalated as the Tesla founder launched a USD97.4 bil bid for the startup’s asset, only for Altman to hit back with a counteroffer for X.
Tue Feb 11 2025
AWANI Tonight: Malaysia’s score, ranking unchanged in global Corruption Index
Malaysia scored 50 points in the 2024 Global Corruption Perceptions Index, maintaining its 57th ranking among 180 countries.
Tue Feb 11 2025

Why Trump's proposal on Gaza is ringing alarm bells in the region
Trump's plan touches on one of the most sensitive issues in the Arab-Israeli conflict, the right of Palestinians to return.
Tue Feb 11 2025

Malaysia, Turkiye exchange 11 MOUs covering energy, defence, trade and media
The exchange of MoUs reflects Malaysia and Turkiyes' commitment to deepening strategic, economic and cultural ties.
Tue Feb 11 2025

Trump's order curtailing US birthright citizenship blocked by third judge
The preliminary injunction that the judge issued creates an extra legal barrier preventing Donald Trump's order from taking effect.
Tue Feb 11 2025

Olympics - Trump order on transgender athletes clashes with international norms
The International Olympic Committee staunchly refuse to apply any universal rule for its Games.
Tue Feb 11 2025

Trump signs executive order on plastic drinking straws
Donald Trump encourages the US government and consumers to buy plastic drinking straws.
Tue Feb 11 2025