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School bullies have moved online. But is banning all under-16s from social media really the answer?
The Australian government introduced what it’s called “world-leading” legislation in parliament this week to wipe social media accounts – including Snapchat, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Reddit and X – from the devices of children under 16.
Australia's parliament considers legislation banning social media for under 16s
Legislation for the world's first legal ban on children under 16 using social media has been introduced in Australia's Parliament
Why Australia’s social media ban for kids under 16 could change parenting worldwide
Australia’s proposed social media ban for kids under 16 could reshape digital parenting worldwide. Learn how this new law prioritizes mental health, safety, and responsible online use, and why U.S. parents are taking notice.
Australia introduces bill to limit under-16s from using social media with tech companies facing huge fines
The Australian government is threatening multimillion dollar fines for social companies that breach a proposed ban on children under 16 from using their service.
Teenagers Potentially to be Banned From Social Media Platforms
The United Kingdom could be set to impose a ban on under 16s accessing Social Media platforms in an attempt to improve Internet safety for young people in the country. Technology secretary Peter Kyle has stated to the BBC that a potential ban is “on the table.
Which Countries Are Considering Social Media Bans For Teens?
Social media bans for teens are being considered across the world. Newsweek looks at where they're being debated, and the ...
The government has introduced laws for its social media ban. But key details are still missing
The ban will affect platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat. But the bill is vague about how exactly these ...
UK open to social media ban for kids as government kicks off feasibility study
The U.K. government is not ruling out further beefing up of existing online safety rules by adding an Australian-style ban on ...
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Suspect in custody after allegedly kidnapping child he met on social media, police say
The suspect, only identified as a juvenile male, led police on a chase before crashing into the back of a police car.
Social media ban for under-16s 'on the table' in UK
A possible ban on social media for under-16s in the UK is "on the table", the technology secretary Peter Kyle has told the ...
Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16
Australia's centre-left government on Thursday introduced a bill in parliament that aims to ban social media for children ...
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Franklin High School partners with TikTok to encourage healthy social media boundaries
At Franklin High School, the social media giant teamed up with the Parent Teacher Student Association for a panel on teen ...
Eastside fire agencies urge generator safety amid post-bomb cyclone power outages
Eastside Fire & Rescue said crews responded to 47 calls related to CO alarms, possible CO poisoning, and generator-related ...
Maryland AG Brown and 31 others push Congress to pass Kids Online Safety Act by year's end
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has joined a coalition of 32 attorneys general pressuring Congressional leadership ...