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The UK ICO has fined Reddit £14.5 million for unlawfully processing children's data, citing failures in age verification and impact assessments prior to July 2025. Reddit plans to appeal, emphasizing its commitment to user privacy and safety, despite the regulator's concerns about reliance on self-declared ages.
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As of December 2025, major tech firms including HP, Amazon, Meta, and IBM are accelerating AI adoption, leading to thousands of job cuts and workforce shifts. HP plans to cut up to 6,000 jobs by 2028, citing AI-driven productivity gains. Meanwhile, AI-assisted "vibe coding" has been named Collins Dictionary's 2025 word of the year, reflecting a transformative shift in software development and workplace culture.
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Recent articles highlight evolving food trends, from innovative mocktails in New York to regional dessert debates and creative holiday pies. Stories include viral food experiments, store-bought pie reviews, and insights into traditional favorites like pumpkin and sweet potato pie.
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On December 10, 2025, Australia enforced a pioneering law banning users under 16 from major social media platforms including TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Platforms must block new and existing underage accounts or face fines up to A$49.5 million. The law aims to protect youth mental health amid concerns over cyberbullying and addictive design, though it faces legal challenges and practical enforcement issues.
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Reddit has filed a legal challenge in the High Court against Australia's new law restricting social media accounts for users under 16. The platform argues the law infringes on free political communication and is improperly applied, despite its plans to comply. The case follows similar challenges from other platforms and government enforcement efforts.
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Tesla's Cybertruck, on sale in the US for nearly two years, faces regulatory hurdles in Europe due to its design and safety standards. A Swiss company is modifying the vehicle to meet local laws, with some units already passing tests. The first road-legal Cybertruck in Switzerland is close, but wider EU approval remains uncertain.
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Claudio Neves Valente, linked to the December 13 Brown University shooting and a subsequent MIT killing, was tracked down after a Reddit tip led police to his location. He was found dead in New Hampshire, with surveillance technology initially limited in early detection.
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As 2025 closes, stories highlight a year of societal change: a woman reads 120 books, AI relationships grow, and digital culture reflects societal shifts amid declining traditional reading rates and increasing online engagement. New developments include a US-Venezuela drone strike and ongoing debates about AI and family estrangement.
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Since December 10, 2025, Australia has enforced a landmark ban preventing under-16s from holding accounts on major social media platforms. Over 4.7 million accounts have been deactivated or restricted across 10 platforms, including Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. TikTok is also rolling out AI age-detection tech in Europe to identify under-13 users. The ban has sparked debate on child safety, privacy, and platform compliance.
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A blind taste test reveals a surprising winner between New York's Katz's and LA's Langer's pastrami sandwiches. The test, conducted by the New York Post, found Langer's edging out the NYC favorite, sparking debate over regional deli supremacy amid a broader cultural shift towards local community spots and loyalty programs.
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On January 26, 2026, France's National Assembly approved a bill banning social media use for under-15s and mobile phones in high schools, aiming to protect children from harmful content and excessive screen time. Championed by President Emmanuel Macron, the law follows Australia's under-16 ban and now moves to the Senate for final approval.