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.
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Australians are being locked out of their social media accounts due to flawed AI moderation. Learn about the legal fight for digital rights and how to protect your account.
Australia begins enforcing a 16-year age limit for social media, with platforms facing fines up to £26 million for non-compliance. Discover the details and global implications.
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 Romanian lorry drivers sentenced for attempting to smuggle 49 migrants from UK to France. National Crime Agency warns of sophisticated people smuggling operations targeting HGV drivers.
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.
Malaysia will prohibit under-16s from social media from 2026, mirroring Australia's strict new law. Discover how nations are tackling online harms for children.
From 10 December 2025, Australians under 16 will be blocked from Snapchat. 440,000 users must verify their age or face locked accounts. Discover the verification process.
Australia's eSafety Commissioner adds Twitch to its teen social media ban but excludes Pinterest. Find out which platforms are affected and the hefty fines for non-compliance.
Amanj Hasan Zada ran a multi-million pound migrant smuggling operation from his Preston terraced house using social media. Discover how NCA investigators brought him down.
The beloved app Vine is making a comeback as diVine with a strict ban on AI-generated content, championing real, human-made videos. Discover how this revival plans to reshape social media.
New analysis reveals a 10% drop in daily social media use since 2022. Are you cutting back? Share your experience with the Guardian.
Groundbreaking research from the National Centre for Social Research shows Britain remains united on core values despite political turmoil, with surprising consensus emerging across traditional divides.
Australian policymakers are pushing to include popular gaming platform Roblox in proposed social media restrictions for under-16s, sparking debate about online safety versus digital freedom.
Discover the counterintuitive approach to forming meaningful friendships in today's fast-paced world. Learn why putting out strong vibes then stepping back might be the key to lasting connections.
Australia's controversial new social media ban raises critical questions about digital expression and whether features like Reddit's downvote could face government scrutiny in the name of online safety.
Pete Hegseth's extraordinary claim about drug cartels using submarines to target the US border has been thoroughly debunked by naval experts and fact-checkers, creating another media storm for the controversial broadcaster.
Australia implements unprecedented social media ban targeting Reddit and Kick, sparking global debate about online regulation and digital freedoms.
Australia announces landmark legislation banning under-16s from social media platforms including Reddit, joining global efforts to protect children's mental health and online safety.
An Australian influencer family has relocated to the UK to circumvent Australia's proposed social media ban for children under 16, sparking debate about digital parenting and regulation.
Bella Culley, a British woman from Hertfordshire, faces serious charges after allegedly smuggling drugs into a Georgian prison during what she thought was a romantic holiday. Exclusive details reveal her shocking ordeal.
The Australian government is debating a controversial proposal to ban social media access for children under 16, sparking intense debate about online safety versus digital rights.
Exclusive: British parents reveal how social media's unrealistic beauty standards and dangerous content are creating a mental health crisis among children, with urgent calls for government intervention.
Republican governors launch legal battles against Democratic counterparts in New Mexico and Vermont over aggressive social media restrictions targeting platforms like Snapchat, raising critical questions about digital freedoms and child protection.