Melbourne: The Australian government announced on Thursday what it described as world-leading legislation that would institute an age limit of 16 years for children to start using social media, and hold platforms responsible for ensuring compliance.

Washington, D.C. — In a campaign rally ahead of Election Day, U.S. President-Elect Donald Trump praised his Muslim supporters, highlighting what he described as a “beautiful movement” of Muslims rallying behind him, particularly in the crucial swing state of Michigan. Trump, who has been elected for a second term following a closely contested election, noted that support from Muslim voters has grown significantly, which he believes contributed to his positive performance in Michigan and potentially other key states.

The Democratic Party’s Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar, the first two Muslim women to serve in the United States Congress, have won re-election to the US House of Representatives.

Shortly after conceding the presidential race to Donald Trump, Vice President Kamala Harris urged supporters to accept the election results and pledged to ensure a peaceful transfer of power to the Republican leader.

Amsterdam: A secondary school in the Netherlands has reportedly barred parents from accessing grades of their children in a bid to reduce academic stress among students.

Elon Musk was hit with a proposed class-action lawsuit on Tuesday, filed by Arizona resident Jacqueline McAferty in a Texas federal court, alleging that his recent $1 million-a-day giveaway was fraudulent. McAferty claims that Musk and his America PAC organization misled registered voters into signing a petition by promising random prize selection, while winners were actually predetermined.

A wave of mass protests swept Israel on Tuesday evening following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's dismissal of Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. The announcement was met with thousands of protesters taking to the streets in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, expressing anger over Gallant’s removal amid the ongoing attacks by Israel on Palestine.

Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump is on the verge of a landslide victory in the 2024 US election, as he leads with 267 electoral college votes, just three short of the required 270 to secure the presidency. In a triumphant speech, the 78-year-old thanked his supporters, calling the win a "magnificent victory for the American people."