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Starmer’s child social media ban faces High Court pushback as Iran conflict sends oil past $110, sparks U.S. strike warnings, and ripples from Beverly Hills gunfire to NYC protest explosive raids; actress Jennifer Runyon dies at 65

Keir Starmer’s proposed social media ban for children faces a potential High Court challenge from parents

Keir Starmer’s plans to restrict children’s access to social media could be delayed by a threatened High Court judicial review targeting the government’s “Growing Up in an Online World” consultation. Two fathers say the parent and youth surveys, run by Savanta for the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, require participants to accept a privacy policy that may allow personal data to be shared with firms including Meta, Google and LinkedIn. Their lawyers have given ministers 14 days to change the arrangements and provide assurances on data sharing, arguing the setup creates an unfair barrier to participation and may make the consultation unlawful.

Woman Arrested After Gunfire Reported Near Rihanna’s Beverly Hills Home

Police responded Sunday afternoon to reports of about 10 shots fired near Rihanna’s Beverly Hills home. Authorities said a woman allegedly fired multiple rounds from inside a vehicle near the property and was taken into custody without incident; no injuries were reported and one weapon was recovered. Rihanna was reportedly inside the home at the time, and the motive remains unclear.

FBI raids homes of two Bucks County men accused of throwing an explosive device during a New York City protest

The FBI raided the homes of two men from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, accused of throwing an explosive device during a protest outside Gracie Mansion in New York City. Six people were arrested on Saturday after dueling protests, and federal authorities have opened a terrorism investigation.

Commentary Claims Trump Is Using Oil Policy to Pressure China

The piece argues that China has sought long-term geopolitical dominance while leaving the U.S. dependent on Chinese supply chains and vulnerable to espionage and sabotage. It claims China’s key weakness is limited domestic oil and gas, making it reliant on external energy to project power. It further asserts that U.S. actions targeting Venezuela and Iran could restrict oil supplies China depends on, complicating China’s ambitions, including any potential move against Taiwan.

Hegseth Warns of Additional Casualties in U.S. Operation Against Iran

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the ongoing U.S. operation against Iran is likely to result in additional deaths, noting that seven American service members have been killed so far. He said the president has been correct to anticipate casualties and argued that operations of this kind do not occur without losses.

UK drivers face possible record petrol prices as Iran conflict disrupts oil markets

UK motorists are being warned that petrol prices could hit record highs as the Iran conflict drives oil-market volatility and pushes Brent crude above $100 a barrel. Analysts say crude could rise to $150 a barrel—potentially adding 10–20p per litre and pushing the cost of filling a family car above £100—while diesel and petrol prices have already jumped over the past week. The risk is being intensified by attacks on Iranian oil facilities, threats to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, and reduced output and shipment disruptions in parts of the Gulf.

Actress Jennifer Runyon Dies at 65

Jennifer Runyon, known for her roles in "Ghostbusters" and "Charles in Charge," has died at the age of 65.

Crude oil tops $100 a barrel as the Iran war disrupts production and shipping

Crude oil prices have climbed above $100 a barrel, with gasoline also rising, as the Iran war fuels supply fears. The conflict is drawing in major oil-producing countries and obstructing exports and shipping routes from the Persian Gulf, tightening global supply.

Oil prices rise above $110 as fears of conflict with Iran drive markets lower

Oil prices climbed past $110 amid growing fears of a war involving Iran, while share markets fell. A major disruption to energy supplies could raise costs for consumers and businesses worldwide.

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