French lawmakers are expected next month to discuss a ban on social media for children. In his New Year’s Eve address, the French president restated his support for restricting their access.
Tag: Children and Childhood
Worn Down by Worry, Parents Look Longingly at Australia’s Social Media Ban
After the country barred children under 16 from using social media, many parents have been asking whether similarly tough action is needed in their own countries.
Two New Banksy Murals Appear in London
Two new London murals, widely attributed to the mysterious street artist, combine seasonal themes with what appears to be social commentary on rising child homelessness in Britain.
Australia Mourns the Youngest Victim of the Bondi Beach Shooting
Sydney’s devastated Jewish community gathered for the funeral of “Matilda Bee,” an ebullient, smiling 10-year-old girl.
Birthrates Are Falling, but Don’t Blame Dogs in Strollers
New research suggests that having a pet can actually make people more likely to become parents.
Reddit Sues Australian Government to Block Social Media Ban
The company said the new law, which makes it illegal for children under 16 to have social media accounts, infringes on children’s rights.
After Australia, Which Countries Could Be Next to Ban Social Media for Children
Governments are studying the decision to prohibit youths from using platforms like Facebook and TikTok as worries grow about the potential harm they cause.
Britain Releases New Data on ‘Grooming Gangs’ and Child Sexual Abuse
The police in Britain warned that the threat from online predators has been rising while political attention has been focused elsewhere.
Australia’s Social Media Ban for Children Takes Effect
The measure, which affects anyone under 16, is one of the most sweeping efforts in the world to safeguard young people from the potential harms of the platforms.
Australia’s Social Media Ban for Under-16s Is Coming. The Teenagers Are Skeptical.
The country is trying to wean children under 16 off the likes of TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube and Instagram with a new law. The teenagers are skeptical.