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Opinion: Online games should not be included in Australia's social media ban—they are crucial for kids' social lives
The Australian government has announced a plan to ban children under the age of 16 from social media. With bipartisan support, it's likely to be passed by the end of the year.
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 to legislate ‘world-leading’ social media ban for children under 16
Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Thursday the government would legislate for a ban on social media for children under 16, a policy the government says is world-leading.
Australia plans to ban social media for under 16s — and experts have called it a ‘momentous step’
Australia's government has proposed a social media ban for children under the age of 16 which experts have described as a "momentous step," as parents globally call for greater regulation of tech companies.
Should social media be banned for under-16s?
Australia is set to ban social media for under-16s. What concerns, if any, do you have about children using social media, and do you think the UK should consider similar restrictions?
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To restore faith in U.S. democracy, adults as well as kids need civics lessons
Even more alarming, the Annenberg Public Policy Center reports that nearly one-fifth of Americans can't name a single branch of government. For the younger generation, the outlook is equally grim.
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Kansas Board of Education shifts right for first time in 18 years. What it could mean
“The federal government was never intended to control our education ... we need them in our major cities because kids are ...
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A brief history of America's love affair with fluoridated water — and why it's now up for debate
The federal government is not in charge of the US water supply. It's a local thing. Fluoride can prevent cavities and ...
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Spiraling violence and airline shutdowns in Haiti cut families off from adoptive kids
Streets were left empty, and schools, banks and government facilities closed. Such violent outbursts have forced kids ...
Australia plans "world-leading" social media ban for children under 16
They, like me, are worried sick about the safety of our kids online, and I want Australian parents and families to know ...
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Free education for kids of firecracker unit victims: Stalin
The Tamil Nadu government will bear the educational expenses of children of workers killed in accidents inside firecracker ...
Australia Planning 'World-Leading' Social Media Ban for Kids Under 16: 'Doing Harm to Our Kids'
According to Albanese, it would feature an age limit of 16 for kids to use social media platforms, with government ...
Social media’s too risky for kids but gambling’s OK? PM’s each-way bet stinks
Apparently, the social licence of betting companies that deluge us with 1 million ads a year isn’t problematic for the PM.
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Spiraling Haiti violence and airline shutdowns cut families off from adoptive kids
Streets were left empty, and schools, banks and government facilities closed. Such violent outbursts have forced kids ...