France Plans Social Media Ban for Under-15s
President Macron's government will propose a law to ban social media for under-15s and mobile phones in high schools from 2026, following Australia's lead. Read the full details.
President Macron's government will propose a law to ban social media for under-15s and mobile phones in high schools from 2026, following Australia's lead. Read the full details.
President Macron's government will table legislation to ban under-15s from social platforms and extend mobile phone prohibitions to high schools. Discover the details and political context.
New polling reveals strong public support for a ban on social media for children under 16, mirroring Australia's recent move. MPs warn the 'status quo is failing children'.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is closely monitoring Australia's world-first law banning under-16s from platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Could the UK follow suit?
Wes Streeting warns social media is fuelling a youth mental health crisis overwhelming the NHS. He eyes Australia's under-16s ban as new screen time guidance is due.
Spain's Balearic Islands ruling party submits a parliamentary proposal to ban the burka and niqab, citing women's equality and following other European nations. Read the full story.
Wellington College's James Dahl warns social media is driving over-diagnosis of teen mental health. Read his critique of the 'TikTok-ification' of diagnosis and the call for a government review.
The 16-year-old stepbrother of Anna Kepner, found strangled on a Carnival cruise, is now living with a relative. His father reveals he never approved the trip, as a custody battle unfolds. Read the latest.
As Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s begins on 10 December, five teenagers share their mixed feelings on the 'delay' policy, its impact on connection, and what they believe the government should do instead.
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Here's how it will work, which platforms are included, and what it means for young users.
Robyn Lott, 13, took her own life after posting suicidal thoughts on TikTok. Her mother warns children are 'desensitised'. Read the full inquest findings and vital parental advice.
A coroner has issued an urgent warning about social media's role in encouraging dangerous behaviour after three teenagers died in a horrific car crash. Read the full story.
A coroner warns selfies and videos fuel fatal road collisions after three teens died. The driver had a history of dangerous driving posted online. Read the full report.
A new documentary, Folktales, follows Norwegian teens trading smartphones for sled dogs and subzero camping to combat social media's mental health toll. In cinemas 5 December.
Australia's pioneering under-16s social media ban begins 10 Dec, but the govt admits it may take weeks to work fully. Lemon8 app will restrict users, with more platforms potentially added. Read the latest.
Australia's Communications Minister warns LinkedIn could lose its exemption from the under-16s social media ban if it becomes a haven for bullying. The ban starts December 10.
Shocking analysis shows hundreds of thousands of children aged 3-5 are on social media. Experts warn of adult-targeted algorithms and call for urgent action to protect young minds.
New research reveals excessive social media use is often a habit, not an addiction. Discover the real impact on mental health and why so many feel hooked. Read the full story.
New research finds excessive social media use is often a conditioned habit rather than a true addiction. Discover how this changes responsibility and what it means for UK teens.
Two 15-year-olds, backed by a digital rights group, are seeking an urgent High Court injunction to block Australia's under-16s social media ban, arguing it violates political communication rights.
Hundreds of teenagers descended on an Arizona school board member's home after his address was leaked online, leading to police intervention. Discover how the event spiralled out of control.
MTV's Teen Mom faces cancellation rumours after star Cory Wharton's claims. Get the full story and official network response here.
A private birthday party at an Arizona school board member's $6 million home descended into chaos after 500 teenagers arrived. Discover the fallout and calls for resignation.
A 13-year-old in St Petersburg allegedly murdered her mother after a dispute over social media use and a confiscated phone. Discover the full shocking story.
The European Parliament votes to ban under-16s from social media platforms. Learn how this landmark resolution could reshape digital childhoods across Europe.
The European Parliament urges a 16+ age limit for social media. Discover how the UK, Australia, and other nations are regulating children's online access. Read the full global comparison.
Australia will proceed with banning children under 16 from social media despite legal challenges. Discover how this world-first legislation could impact digital freedom and child protection.
On International Teen Appreciation Day, parenting expert Jenny Garrett OBE explains the pressures facing UK teenagers and shares practical tips for parents to support their mental wellbeing.
Police are urgently searching for heavily pregnant Kacey-Rae, 17, last seen in Gloucester. Concerns grow after she gave away her clothes weeks before vanishing. Help find her.
Discover the ultimate 2025 Christmas gift guide for UK teenagers, curated by teens themselves. From gaming gear to fashion must-haves, find perfect presents they'll love.