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    Social Media Access News

    Dopamine loop, body image, cyber bullying: The effects of social media on kids

    While Facebook appeared to face the most significant disruption, other Meta-owned apps also saw intermittent issues.
    Ht Explainers
    Published 21 days ago

    France's constitutional authority strikes down social media ban for under-15s

    A growing number of countries are taking steps to restrict social media access amid multiplying warnings over its harmful effects on children.
    World News
    Published 31 days ago

    Why are Republicans criticizing Trump's $100,000 Truth Social plan?

    The proposed Truth API service is designed to provide financial firms with faster access to posts from major Truth Social accounts.
    World News
    Published 53 days ago

    France likely to become first EU nation to approve social media ban for under 15

    The social media rule is expected to be rolled out in two stages, the first blocking under-15s from creating new accounts from September 1.
    World News
    Published 55 days ago

    Inside the bans & curbs on children's social media use, from Australia to UK

    The logos of social media apps with a prohibition sign. The UAE announced a social media ban for children under 15 on June 18, joining a growing group of countries, including Australia, Britain and Canada, to take similar measures.
    World News
    Published 86 days ago

    'Right choice': UK will ban social media for children under 16

    Keir Starmer, UK prime minister, during a news conference announcing a ban on young teenagers using social media, at Downing Street in London, UK, on Monday, June 15, 2026.
    World News
    Updated 91 days ago

    As countries ban social media for kids, Meta makes a direct pitch to parents

    The bill will mandate social media platforms to put in place age-verification systems. (Representative file photo)
    Business
    Published 143 days ago

    Andhra Pradesh: Bill to curb kids’ social media access on anvil

    Andhra Pradesh: Bill to curb kids’ social media access on anvil
    India News
    Published 156 days ago

    New study claims social media platforms increase unhappiness among youngsters

    New study claims social media platforms increase unhappiness among youngsters
    Htcity
    Updated 172 days ago

    Maharashtra set to frame policy to regulate use of social media by minors

    Maharashtra IT minister Ashish Shelar said the government is also considering awareness and training programmes on digital safety for students, teachers, and parents.
    Cities
    Updated 173 days ago

    Nepal's first female PM, Sushila Karki steers return to polls after Gen-Z revolt

    Sushila Karki at her swearing-in ceremony as interim prime minister at the presidential residence in Kathmandu in September 2025.
    World News
    Updated 191 days ago

    Centre weighs social media curbs for under-16s

    Representational image. (AFP)
    India News
    Published 208 days ago

    After Australia, India weighs social media curbs for children under 16

    Currently, there is no law in India that bars children below a certain age from accessing social media but under the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, social media platforms must obtain verifiable parental consent before processing personal data of anyone under 18.
    India News
    Published 208 days ago

    Australia social media ban for teens comes into effect, PM calls it ‘proud day’

    The Albanese government introduced the ban, citing research that shows its harm to the mental health of teens.
    World News
    Updated 278 days ago

    Borderlands 4: Release date, time, where to play, editions and more

    Borderlands 4 release date, time and more
    Trending
    Published 371 days ago

    Why Nepal imposed social media ban that sparked stunning protests: Explained

    Riot police guard the parliament building during protests in Kathmandu, Nepal, on Monday, September 8, 2025.
    World News
    Updated 371 days ago

    Kathmandu in turmoil: Why Nepal’s Gen-Z has taken to the streets

    A demonstrator shouts slogans during a protest against corruption and the government’s decision to block several social media platforms, in Kathmandu, Nepal, on September 8, 2025.
    World News
    Updated 371 days ago

    Sanjana Ganesan receives support after shutting down trolls for mocking Angad

    Sanjana Ganesan wrote a long note on Instagram stories.
    Htcity
    Published 504 days ago

    RJ Mahvash cheers for Yuzvendra Chahal; PBKS beat KKR in a low scoring encounter

    RJ Mahvash congratulated Yuzvendra Chahal for his outstanding spell against KKR
    Htcity
    Published 517 days ago

    Health Talk: Is banning smartphone use among children the ideal way?

    How realistic is the idea of banning smartphone and social media use for children if you want to rein in their use of technology? (AFP/ Representative photo)
    India News
    Updated 519 days ago

    Netizens not amused by viral blue drum reels based on Saurabh Meerut murder case

    While some initially found these posts entertaining, a growing number of netizens are now criticising them for lacking empathy and disrespecting the victim.
    Htcity
    Updated 537 days ago

    Fans call Rachel Zegler ‘a lying hypocrite’ after her homage to Snow White actor

    Rachel Zegler had previously criticised the 1937 animated film Snow White as 'weird' and sexist.
    Htcity
    Published 544 days ago

    Gen Alpha slangs are taking over the internet, leaving millennials scrambling

    Generation Alpha is the term used for people born between 2010 and 2024.
    Trending
    Published 585 days ago

    Jesse Eisenberg played Zuckerberg on screen but wants no ties to him now; read

    Jesse Eisenberg playing Zuckerberg in The Social Network
    Htcity
    Published 586 days ago

    The ‘TikTok Refugee’ Exodus: Chinese app RedNote sees millions of Americans join

    TikTok and RedNote
    Htcity
    Updated 606 days ago

    US tech execs start $30m campaign to free social media from billionaire control

    This comes days after Meta announced controversial changes to its content moderation policies, such as scaling back its fact-checking program.
    Business
    Published 608 days ago

    Editing face and body with beauty filters? Study says it makes you fatphobic

    To appear perfect their looks, people resort to beauty filters and editing apps.
    Lifestyle
    Updated 612 days ago

    Spain says social media platforms such as X must be neutral, not interfere

    This illustration photograph shows the logo of social network X (formerly Twitter) displayed on a smartphone.
    World News
    Published 615 days ago

    ‘Did she win a game?’ Netizens joke after YouTuber MrBeast announces engagement

    Mr Beast got engaged to Thea Booysen recently.
    Htcity
    Updated 620 days ago

    Akshay Kumar pens a beautiful note as he wishes Twinkle Khanna on 51st birthday

    Akshay Kumar wished Twinkle Khanna on her 51st birthday
    Htcity
    Updated 624 days ago
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