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It's Wednesday, December 10, and in today’s edition of Rise & Recap, we look at:

• Australia’s social media ban comes into effect. 

• Gen Z’s new relationship issue — “swag gap”.

• This is a list of the worst baby names out there!

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Top headlines

SPILL THE NEWS

World

Australia Hits Pause On Kids Scrolling

Australia on Wednesday became the first country to ban social media for children under 16, blocking access to 10 major platforms to protect minors from addictive algorithms, predators and bullying. Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Snapchat, YouTube, TikTok, Kick, Reddit, Twitch and X were ordered to verify users’ ages and deactivate underage accounts or face fines up to A$49.5 million. Will this even work? 

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called it “a proud day” for families but said “it won’t be simple.” eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant said age checks use video selfies, documents or email data. Platforms outlined varying timelines for suspensions and deactivations. The alternative social media apps surging in the country.

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Shopping

Same Yogurt, Same Store — Six Different Prices

Nearly 200 volunteers in four US cities tested Instacart prices on 20 grocery items and found frequent differences for identical products from the same stores. In one Washington, DC, test, shoppers selecting the same Safeway eggs at the same time saw prices ranging from $3.99 to $4.79. 

The study, run by the Groundwork Collaborative and Consumer Reports, found price variations on about three-quarters of items. Groundwork’s Lindsay Owens called the discrepancies “extraordinarily pervasive.” Instacart said retailers set prices and some conduct short-term randomized pricing tests. Target said it doesn’t control Instacart pricing.

Tech

Did We Really Need A Toilet Camera To Analyse Poop?

Bathroom fixtures maker Kohler introduced the Dekoda, a $599 toilet-mounted camera that photographs stool to analyze gut health, hydration, and detect blood. The device clamps to the toilet rim and, according to Kohler, “sees down into your toilet and nowhere else”. 

The device uses spectroscopy to assess waste and tracks frequency, consistency, and shape, The Verge reports. Urine is analyzed for hydration, with results shared through the encrypted Kohler Health app. Users verify identity through a fingerprint scanner on a wall-mounted remote. The subscription costs $6.99 per month for one user or $12.99 for up to five.

In the know

DON’T MISS

🗳️ Miami elects first woman mayor, first Democrat win in the state in 28 years.

🏚️ Cracker Barrel might be having just as bad a year as Louvre.

🧪 CDC’s annual abortion report pushed to spring amid chaos. But, 3 years after Dobbs, people are still getting abortions.

💔 Gen Z is facing a new relationship killer — “swag gap”.

👩‍⚖️ Judge instructs Justice Department to release these Epstein-related files.

🗳️ Amid Trump’s criticism, Zelenskyy says he’s ready to hold elections in Ukraine.

❤️ From heart to metabolic risks — you probably have too much light in your room!

🌍 In a raging attack, Trump called Europe “decaying” but praised these two leaders.

🏛️ Is that HHS Secretary RFK Jr. and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy doing pull-ups during a press conference?

👶 Baby name consultants say these are the “worst baby names” … but some were classics, no?

Health & Wellness

FOR YOUR WELLBEING

❌ Experts say you should never drink these six drinks on an empty stomach. The first one is likely to ruin your mornings!

🥶 Working out in the cold might leave your muscles stiff, slow, and more prone to injury—but a prep routine can keep disasters at bay. These expert-approved tips are easy to incorporate! 

😴 No more all-nighters! A night without sleep ages your brain in measurable ways. The good news is that you can bounce back if you just do this. 

🧈 The “Make America Healthy Again” movement insists saturated fats have been unfairly demonized. But, for real, are the good for you or not?

Decor & More

HOUSE TO HOME

🕰️ Want a room to feel effortlessly timeless? The ‘3-T Method’ is a decorating shortcut designers swear by to make any space look instantly polished and pulled together. 

🧺 Storage bins are meant to stash your clutter out of sight. But what should stop them from being a design statement altogether? 

🌿 Everyone’s looking forward to a natural, organic, and lived-in aesthetic for their homes in 2026. Here’s the key! 

🎨 Minimalism is out, many are returning to hand-painted details, turning every corner of your house into a lively canvas. You can’t make a mistake with this, literally!

Hollywood

THE FAME FRAME

🌵 Sabrina Carpenter reveals she fell on a Cactus while filming this music video — ouch! 

🕺 Katseye is TikTok’s Global Artist of the Year.

❤️ The rumours are true! Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson’s romance was real, but short-lived.

🔥 Tom Holland trends after Zendaya’s steamy ‘The Drama’ poster with Robert Pattinson sends fans reeling.

🍊 Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner beat split rumours with very orange iPhone inspired outfits.

Interactive

WEIGH IN

A new McKinsey and Lean In report warns that women in corporate America are losing ground. Fewer companies now prioritise women’s advancement, DEI efforts are shrinking, and return-to-office mandates are squeezing mothers hardest. The data shows a new ambition gap emerging, with women reporting burnout, limited opportunities, and declining confidence in their upward mobility. Even companies that historically championed gender equity are pulling back, raising concerns of a deeper cultural and corporate retreat.

“This world will try to define you; define yourself first.” 

— Michelle Yeoh