Australia’s proposed ‘opt out’ law targets Big Tech algorithms
Social media platforms face scrutiny over addictive algorithms; new law aims to give Australians greater feed control.
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‘New education minister can’t bring my dead daughter back’
Parents of students who died by suicide following a paper leak in India say nothing can bring their loved ones back.
Published On 26 Jul 2026
