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Teacher explains why social media ban for kids under 16 is necessary

Teacher explains why social media ban for kids under 16 is necessary

By Lauren Wilkin A teacher who banned smartphones in his own home says the U.K.’s new social media ban for under-16s is a “brave and bold step.” The move, announced by the prime minister today, will stop under-16s from accessing platforms like TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat

Boy born with 12 toes can finally play football in time for 2026 World Cup

Boy born with 12 toes can finally play football in time for 2026 World Cup

By Amy Reast A football-mad six-year-old boy born with 12 toes can finally play with his friends after life-changing polydactyly surgery — just in time for the 2026 World Cup. Abubakarr was born with six toes on each foot, a condition known as polydactyly, which made it

‘Psychic’ lions predict England will defeat Croatia in World Cup

‘Psychic’ lions predict England will defeat Croatia in World Cup

By Isobel Williams An animal sanctuary's pride of lions has predicted World Cup group success for England — including a win against Croatia tomorrow (Wed). The big cats, which were rescued from Ukraine last year, made their own "psychic" predictions by choosing boxes for the Three Lions&

Can the 30/30/30 method help boost your energy during the day?

Can the 30/30/30 method help boost your energy during the day?

Many of us wake up after a "good sleep" and still feel tired throughout the morning. It's a frustrating feeling and one we often assume is normal. However, there are ways to battle morning fatigue and sustain your energy throughout the day. One way doctors are

Ninten-haul! ‘Untouched’ Super Mario Bros game sells for record $3 million

Ninten-haul! ‘Untouched’ Super Mario Bros game sells for record $3 million

By Dean Murray A copy of Super Mario Bros. has sold for a record-breaking $3 million — making it the most expensive video game of all time. Dallas-based Heritage Auctions says the title surpassed the previous $1.56 million record set in a 2021 private sale. Bearing the coveted

Safer or creepy? Half of parents track their adult kids’ whereabouts

Safer or creepy? Half of parents track their adult kids’ whereabouts

By Stephen Beech Half of parents still track their adult children's whereabouts, reveals new location tracking research. But one in four moms and dads say location tracking their grown-up sons and daughters actually increases their anxiety. Built-in smartphone apps and location-sharing features allow "helicopter&

Does cuddling cats or dogs actually ease anxiety?

Does cuddling cats or dogs actually ease anxiety?

By Stephen Beech Cuddling cats or dogs during stressful times doesn't ease anxiety, according to a new study. Researchers found that cat owners who hug their pets when under stress can actually make negative emotions worse. The Dutch study showed that interacting with pets when under pressure did