500,000 teen accounts removed under Australian social media ban
Barnaby Joyce argues Australia's social media ban for under-16s causes 'more harm than good' as Meta confirms removing 500,000 accounts. Read the full debate.
Barnaby Joyce argues Australia's social media ban for under-16s causes 'more harm than good' as Meta confirms removing 500,000 accounts. Read the full debate.
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One month into Australia's world-first social media age verification law, teens are finding workarounds while some feel cut off. Explore the mixed impact and expert analysis.
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A major leadership shakeup hits the Murdoch media empire, with key executives departing amid strategic disputes. Explore the internal crisis and its potential impact.
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Perth families scramble as WA's social media ban for under-16s starts Monday. Parents express confusion and anger over the sudden enforcement. Read more about the impact.
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West Australian teenagers share their candid thoughts on the state's looming social media ban for under-16s. Discover the debate on safety, connection, and enforcement.
Hollywood star Chris Pratt supports Australia's groundbreaking social media ban for under-16s, calling it vital to protect children from being mined for attention. He reveals his own 'no-screens' family rule.
Hollywood star Chris Pratt supports Australia's groundbreaking social media ban for under-16s, calling it a 'smart move' to protect kids from algorithms mining their attention.
A NSW family vlogging channel says they will try to circumvent the new social media ban for under-16s, arguing their children's online presence is positive and profitable. The ban starts December 10.
A leading expert hails Australia's proposed social media ban for under-16s as the most significant child safety measure ever. Discover the details and what it means for families.
Leading expert Jonathan Haidt declares Australia's under-16 social media ban the most significant child-protection measure ever, as tech giants prepare to 'play dirty' to undermine it. The world watches.
A new Australian study reveals millions plan to leave social media rather than verify their age ahead of a major digital policy shift. Discover the impact on Gen Z, business, and privacy.
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A proposed social media ban for under-16s faces a major loophole, as experts warn kids will find ways around it using VPNs and fake details. Learn the details and what it means for Australian families.
Australian high school students reveal they will find ways around the new social media ban for under-16s, with some predicting parental help. The restrictions on platforms like Instagram and TikTok start December 10.
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The 41st annual South Coast Blues awards have celebrated 17 primary and secondary school athletes. Discover the winners, including President's award recipient and volleyball prodigy Mireille Smith.
YouTube will restrict users under 16 in Australia from next week, ahead of the federal government's proposed social media age verification laws. Find out what this means for parents and teens.
Young Australians have days to save their data before the social media ban. Learn how to export posts and preserve online communities before accounts are deactivated.
Premier Peter Malinauskas backs a High Court battle against two 15-year-olds challenging SA's incoming social media age limit. The state will intervene to defend its controversial policy.
As Australia's social media ban for under-16s looms, critics argue it could isolate vulnerable youth and push them to darker corners of the internet. Read the full debate.
Hollywood's elite gathered for the 2025 Gotham Awards. Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster made a stylish couple, while Rihanna and A$AP Rocky stole the show with a rare appearance. See all the winners and fashion.
New research reveals content creator is the number one career aspiration for Australian children aged 8-12, presenting fresh challenges for parents ahead of next week's social media age ban. Discover the impacts and expert advice.
Lara Football Netball Club coach Brett Henderson has publicly condemned the 'unethical' player poaching tactics of rival clubs, sparking a major local football debate.