Social media crackdown: Britain’s PM Keir Starmer has confirmed a ban on under-16s using social media apps, following Australia’s move six months ago, with enforcement and app coverage to be detailed later and action also flagged for gaming and livestreaming platforms. Families feel the impact: Australian parents say the ban can reduce arguments and peer pressure, though some kids may still find ways around it. Online controversy in sport: FIFA is facing fresh backlash after an Australian referee, Shaun Evans, was accused online of making a hand gesture linked by some to extremist symbols during a World Cup match. Workplace and safety: NT construction workers face a suicide rate near double other employed men, with calls for stronger anti-bullying and earlier mental health support on worksites. Professional services fallout: KPMG Australia won’t bid for new federal work for three months while governance and ethics are investigated after whistleblower allegations. Defence and strategy: A think tank warns China’s ability to strike and disrupt Australia will grow over the next decade. Sports—World Cup: Australia’s Socceroos continue to dominate headlines after their historic 2-0 win over Türkiye, with debate and banter spilling into the build-up to the next matches.