Social Media Ban Study Tracks Thousands of Families
A major Australian study will monitor thousands of families to assess the impact of a proposed social media ban on young people's mental health and development.
Category : Social Media
Meta and YouTube Under Fire in Legal Trial
Meta and YouTube are facing intense legal scrutiny as a trial examines their content moderation practices, with allegations of harmful material spreading unchecked on their platforms.
Zuckerberg Denies Instagram Targets Kids at Trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified in court, denying allegations that Instagram intentionally targets children with harmful content, as legal battles over social media's impact on youth intensify.
Townsville Bulletin Launches Reader Survey for Future News
The Townsville Bulletin has launched a reader survey to gather feedback on its coverage, aiming to better serve the community and adapt to changing media needs.
Newcastle Woman's Yellow Umbrella Photo Goes Viral
A Newcastle woman's photo of a yellow umbrella has gone viral online, sparking widespread admiration and discussions about everyday beauty and creativity.
Prince Harry emotional in social media lawsuit with grieving parents
The Duke of Sussex was visibly emotional as he addressed families building a case against YouTube and Meta, alleging the platforms harmed their children's mental health.
Prince Harry emotional in social media lawsuit meeting with parents
The Duke of Sussex became visibly emotional while addressing families who have lost children and are suing YouTube and Meta, claiming the platforms are responsible for their deaths.
Newcastle Herald Boosts Trust for Google Rankings
The Newcastle Herald is implementing strategies to become a trusted source on Google, focusing on quality journalism and digital optimization to improve visibility and credibility in search results.
Life Beyond Social Media: Finding Calm and Control
A journalist shares his positive experience quitting social media, citing better sleep and reduced anxiety, amid a landmark US court case alleging platforms cause addiction.
WA's 'Andrew Tate' Tom Baulch Defends Controversial Social Media Post
Former WAFL player Tom Baulch, known as Prime Train, faces criticism for telling male followers to unfollow female influencers. He defends his message while experts draw parallels to Andrew Tate's rhetoric.
X Platform Outage Locks Out Australian Users
A widespread outage on Elon Musk's X platform locked out tens of thousands of Australian users. The global disruption affected feeds and sparked concerns over the Grok AI tool. Read the full report.
4.7M accounts switched off in Australia's social media ban
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s sees 4.7 million accounts deactivated in one month. The government calls it a success, but questions arise over the data.
4.7 million kids off social media after ban
Australia's social media ban for under-16s has removed over 4.7 million young users. See how platforms are complying and what the government says comes next.
Perth creator says social media ban threatens his livelihood
A Perth content creator who was homeless as a teen says social media saved him, but new platform bans have slashed his income. He argues for better platform regulation instead.
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.
Teens skirt social media ban, others isolated under new law
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.
How online algorithms led Geelong teen to neo-Nazi leader
A Geelong family reveals how YouTube and social media algorithms radicalised their son, leading him to a neo-Nazi group leader. Read their urgent warning for parents.
Meta sued over scam ads and child safety failures
The ACCC sues Meta for allegedly failing to stop scam ads and protect children from harmful content. Learn the details of this landmark legal action.
2025's Defining Social Media Moments in Australia
From viral scandals to global trends, we break down the social media moments that defined 2025 in Australia. Discover what captivated the nation online.
Facebook Marketplace dress listing flooded with male advances
A Canberra journalist's simple Facebook Marketplace ad for a silver dress led to a barrage of inappropriate messages and friend requests from men, highlighting online harassment risks. Read her story.
Facebook Marketplace dress listing flooded with unwanted male messages
A Canberra journalist's simple Facebook Marketplace ad for a silver dress led to a barrage of inappropriate messages from men, highlighting online harassment risks. Read the full story.
How the rush to outrage is breaking social cohesion
Benjamin Palmer argues the loss of pause after tragedy, like the Bondi attack, fuels misinformation and division. Discover why restraint is now a radical act.
False Rumours Swirl After Bondi Beach Mass Shooting
In the wake of the Bondi Beach mass shooting, a flood of dangerous misinformation spread online, falsely identifying innocent people and promoting debunked conspiracy theories. Learn the facts.
Australia Effect trend sparks cultural debate
The viral #AustraliaEffect trend shows foreigners glowing up Down Under. But Aussies and Indigenous voices are adding crucial, often overlooked context to the sunny narrative.
Australia's Landmark Social Media Ban for Children
Australia is set to ban social media for children under 14. This bold move challenges tech giants and aims to protect young minds. Discover the details and implications.
Chris Pratt Endorses Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens
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.
Chris Pratt endorses Australia's teen social media ban
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.
Australian teens launch High Court challenge to social media ban
Two 15-year-olds are fighting Australia's upcoming social media ban in the High Court. Content-creating families argue the law threatens income and education. Read their story.
Australia's social media ban for kids 'world's biggest'
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.
Social media ban likened to endless game of whack-a-mole
The federal government's move to ban social platforms like X over harmful content sparks debate. Experts warn it's a complex, ongoing battle with no easy fix. Read the full analysis.
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