MPs reject ban on social media for under-16s 10. March 2026 (00:47) Ban could still be introduced in future after Commons back government bid to give extra powers to secretary of stateA proposed ban on social media for under-16s has been rejected by MPs.Parliamentarians voted 307 to 173, majority 134, against the proposed change to the children’s wellbeing and schools bill, which was brought forward by Conservative peer and former minister John Nash. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
New Mexico authorities launch search of ranch previously owned by Epstein 10. March 2026 (00:22) The so-called Zorro Ranch was the site of numerous alleged abuses, but was not subject to intense scrutiny New Mexico authorities launched a search of a ranch previously owned by Jeffrey Epstein, state officials announced on Monday.The late convicted sex offender and financier’s so-called Zorro Ranch was the site of numerous alleged abuses, according to civil and criminal proceedings. But the location was not subject to the same scrutiny as other Epstein properties, and a Guardian investigation in February revealed that federal authorities apparently never searched the New Mexico ranch. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Uber launches women-only option across the US 09. March 2026 (23:45) Uber is expanding a pilot program aimed at addressing concerns about the safety of its ride-hailing platformUber launched a feature on Monday to allow both female riders and drivers across the US to be matched with other women for trips, expanding a pilot program aimed at addressing concerns about the safety of its ride-hailing platform.The new feature is being rolled out nationwide despite an ongoing class action lawsuit against the policy in California, filed by Uber drivers who argue that it is discriminatory against men. Rival ride-hailing company Lyft is also facing a discrimination lawsuit over a similar offering that it introduced nationwide in 2024. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Australia to send aircraft and air-to-air missiles to Gulf to ‘protect and defend’ civilians, PM says 09. March 2026 (23:32) Anthony Albanese announces surveillance aircraft, air-to-air missiles and supporting personnel will be deployed to the UAE after request from their presidentFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia will send a specialist surveillance aircraft and stocks of air-to-air missiles to the United Arab Emirates, in what Anthony Albanese said is an effort to help protect Australians in the region under threat from Iranian attack.As the Iran war grows, the prime minister announced the assistance on Tuesday morning after talks with the UAE’s president, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and US president Donald Trump overnight. Iran has attacked a dozen countries since the start of US and Israeli bombings and the death of the country’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Overhaul of rape inquiries threatened by lack of courtroom awareness, says expert 09. March 2026 (23:30) Exclusive: Independent adviser says some judges in England and Wales have not heard of changes to way cases are investigatedAn overhaul of the way police investigate rape is being put at risk by a lack of awareness in courtrooms in England and Wales, the government’s independent adviser on rape has warned.Prof Katrin Hohl said legal experts were concerned progress would stall or reverse if the conviction rate for rape dropped significantly because a new approach for investigating the cases, known as Operation Soteria, was hitting outdated practices in the courts. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Beloved teacher and a father killed in shooting at bar in Oakland, California 09. March 2026 (23:06) Victims remembered as ‘cherished’ and ‘devoted’ after shooting at EZ’s Lounge that injured five others on SaturdaySign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxA 33-year-old teacher and a 25-year-old father were identified as the two people killed in a mass shooting at an Oakland, California, bar over the weekend.Seven people were shot in the incident at EZ’s Lounge on early Saturday morning. Police identified the two deadly victims on Monday as Latetia Bobo and Markise Martin. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Alexander brothers, high-profile US real estate brokers, guilty of sex trafficking 09. March 2026 (22:56) Oren, Alon and Tal Alexander convicted in New York after being accused of raping dozens of womenSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxThree brothers, including two of the nation’s most successful luxury real estate brokers, were convicted of sex trafficking charges on Monday after a five-week trial over accusations that they used drugs and force to rape scores of women they had dazzled with their wealth and opulent lifestyle.The verdict came after 11 women testified they were sexually assaulted by one or more of the brothers: twins Oren and Alon Alexander, 38, and Tal Alexander, 39. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Police offer $250,000 reward for information on Lake Cargelligo triple-murder accused Julian Ingram 09. March 2026 (22:49) ‘Now is the time to speak up,’ NSW police minister says as manhunt continues after January killingsWarning: This article contains references to Indigenous Australians who have diedFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNew South Wales police have offered a $250,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of Julian Ingram, the suspected triple murderer accused of fatally shooting his pregnant former partner, her boyfriend and her aunt in Lake Cargelligo in January.Officials have searched for Ingram, also known as Julian Pierpoint, 37, since 22 January. He was last seen driving a Ford Ranger ute with council signage. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Democrats file new war powers resolutions and call for public hearings on Iran strikes 09. March 2026 (22:35) Senators say Trump allies such as Hegseth and Rubio should be forced to testify to Congress on ‘unnecessary war’Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxDemocratic senators have filed a wave of new war powers resolutions as they call on Republicans to convene public hearings into the US hostilities with Iran or be forced to vote on continuing a conflict that polls show majorities of Americans do not support.Late last week, Democrats Cory Booker of New Jersey, Tim Kaine of Virginia, Adam Schiff of California, Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin and Chris Murphy of Connecticut filed resolutions under the War Powers Act that would force the US military to withdraw from the war with Iran unless Congress votes to authorize the engagement. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Definition of anti-Muslim hate will not harm free speech, says Steve Reed 09. March 2026 (21:26) Communities secretary tells MPs that government has to act against record levels of hate crimesA new definition of anti-Muslim hate will not restrict freedom of speech, the communities secretary has pledged, as he said that “clear expectations” will still be set for new arrivals and existing communities in Britain to learn English.MPs were told by Steve Reed that the government had a duty to act against record levels of hate crime against Muslims, but that “you can’t tackle a problem if you can’t describe it”. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
