Lagos Social Workers Unite Against Division in Communities
Social workers in Lagos are launching programs to heal growing divisions tearing families and communities apart. Their message: working together creates the harmony Nigeria needs.
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UK Commits to Social Media Restrictions for Under-16s
The UK government has made a legally binding commitment to restrict social media access for children under 16, ending months of parliamentary deadlock. Parents who lost children to social media-related harms called it "a massive step forward."
UK Bans Social Media for Kids Under 16 Starting 2026
Britain just became the first major European nation to ban social media for children under 16, with huge fines for companies that don't comply. Over 90% of parents supported the move after seeing social media's impact on their kids' happiness.
Canada Bans Social Media for Kids Under 16
Canada just introduced groundbreaking legislation to protect children from social media harm, joining a growing global movement. The Safe Social Media Act requires platforms to redesign for safety and introduces powerful new tools for parents and young people.
Social Media Giants Settle First School District Lawsuit
Three major social media platforms have settled with a Kentucky school district that sued over addiction-related costs, marking a potential turning point in over 1,200 similar cases nationwide. The settlement could reshape how social media companies design their platforms for young users.
Africa Launches Its First Homegrown Global Social Media App
LekeeLekee, Africa's first globally ambitious social media platform, just went live across app stores and web. Built by Nigerian media leaders, it's designed specifically for African connectivity challenges while celebrating the continent's culture.
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Farmer's Social Media Plea Brings R1M+ in Relief to SA
When wildfires devastated farms in South Africa's Eastern Cape, one farmer's social media post sparked a nationwide response that delivered over R1 million worth of animal feed in just two weeks. More than 150 farming families are now rebuilding thanks to volunteers across the country.
UpScrolled Gains 140K Users Seeking Social Media Alternative
A new social media app promising transparency and no hidden algorithms has seen downloads surge 2,850% after users sought alternatives to major platforms. UpScrolled now ranks second in Apple's social networking category with 140,000 total downloads.
UK Regulators Push Social Media to Protect Under-13s
British regulators are asking major social media platforms to strengthen age checks after research showed 86% of children aged 10-12 have social media profiles despite minimum age limits. Seven companies including TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram must now prove they're keeping young children safer online.
Teens Weigh In: Social Media Ban Divides 16-Year-Olds
As the UK debates banning social media for under-16s, three teenagers share surprisingly different views on whether cutting access would help or harm their generation. Their honest perspectives reveal the real stakes behind this growing movement.
Startup Makes Personal Social Media Ownership Easy for All
A Berlin startup is making it simple for anyone to own their social media presence, no tech skills required. Periwinkle lets you control your data on your own domain while staying connected to networks like Bluesky.
Social Media Photos Fill Biodiversity Data Gaps by 35%
Your vacation photos could help scientists track endangered species and climate change. A new study shows social media images are revolutionizing conservation efforts in underrepresented regions.
Europe's Youth Activists Fight Social Media Bans With Solutions
Young people across Europe are pushing back against blanket social media bans for under-16s, offering lawmakers smarter solutions instead. They're calling for stronger platform regulation, better enforcement of existing laws, and real digital literacy education in schools.
11 Countries Move to Protect Kids from Social Media
Countries around the world are taking bold steps to shield children from the risks of social media. From Australia's groundbreaking ban to similar proposals across Europe and Asia, governments are prioritizing young people's mental health and safety online.
UK Bans Social Media for Under-16s Starting 2027
The UK just announced the world's most comprehensive plan to protect kids online, banning social media for everyone under 16 and adding safeguards that put children's wellbeing first. The groundbreaking rules take effect in spring 2027 after 116,000 people weighed in.
Parents Push MPs to Protect Kids From Social Media Harm
Twenty-three bereaved parents are urging UK lawmakers to back protections for children under 16 on social media. Their powerful message: families can't fight billion-dollar tech companies alone.
Spain Bans Social Media for Kids Under 16
Spain just became the second country in the world to protect children from social media, following Australia's groundbreaking move. The new law aims to shield young people from online harms while holding tech companies accountable.
Indonesia Plans Safer Social Media Access for Kids
Indonesia is introducing thoughtful age restrictions for social media that protect children without banning them entirely. The country joins a global movement to make digital spaces safer for young people.
Social Media Lets You Control What You See With AI
Social media platforms are handing control back to users by letting them personalize their own algorithms. Threads, Instagram, and TikTok now offer tools that let you train your feed to show exactly what you want to see.
Manitoba Moves to Protect Kids From Social Media
Manitoba's premier announced plans to ban social media and AI chatbots for young people, prioritizing childhood wellbeing over tech profits. The Canadian province could become the first in the country to establish such protections.
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