Spain Plans Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Spain is considering legislation to prohibit social media access for children under 16, joining a growing European movement to address youth mental health and online safety concerns.
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Spain Considers Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Spain is considering legislation to ban social media access for children under 16, joining a growing European movement to protect youth from online risks and mental health impacts.
French Police Raid X Offices, Musk Summoned in Probe
French authorities raided X's offices and ordered Elon Musk to face questioning in April as an investigation expands to include AI chatbot Grok, child exploitation content, and deepfakes.
Kitchener Man Arrested for Social Media Threats to Police
A Kitchener man faces charges after police allege he made threatening social media posts directed at law enforcement officers, highlighting ongoing concerns about online threats.
Online Reactions Fuel Misinformation Spread in Canada
A Calgary-based analysis reveals how user engagement patterns on social media platforms inadvertently amplify harmful disinformation, with practical strategies for more responsible digital participation.
Hoffman Urges Tech Leaders to Denounce Trump
Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn, calls on technology industry leaders to take a public stand against former U.S. President Donald Trump ahead of the 2026 political landscape.
Meta Faces Child Exploitation Trial in New Mexico
Meta Platforms Inc. is set to face a trial in New Mexico over claims it enabled child exploitation on its platforms, as legal scrutiny of tech giants intensifies.
Influencer Silence on ICE Sparks Outrage, Therapists Explain
Mental health professionals analyze why social media creators' silence or neutrality regarding ICE violence and family separations feels like betrayal to followers, examining parasocial relationships and moral responsibility.
Toronto Café Hit by False Social Media Claims
A Toronto café has been implicated in a fabricated social media story alleging it refused service to straight patrons, using real photos of its owners to spread misinformation.
Advocates Push for Laws as France Moves on Youth Social Media Ban
As France progresses with a social media ban for youth, parents and lawyers in Canada are urging for new legislation to protect children online, highlighting global regulatory trends.
TikTok Settles as Social Media Giants Face Youth Addiction Trial
TikTok reaches a settlement in a major lawsuit over youth addiction allegations, coinciding with a landmark trial against other social media platforms for similar claims in the United States.
TikTok Users Say Anti-ICE Videos Blocked, Tech Issues Blamed
U.S. TikTok users report inability to upload videos critical of ICE, with the company attributing the issue to technical problems, raising questions about content moderation and platform transparency.
France Bans Social Media for Children Under 15
French lawmakers have approved a groundbreaking bill prohibiting social media access for children under 15, sparking global debate on digital safety and youth mental health.
Egypt Restricts Kids' Social Media to Fight Digital Chaos
Egypt announces new regulations limiting children's social media access, citing concerns over digital chaos and online safety, as part of a global trend in youth digital policy.
Macron Pushes Fast-Track Social Media Ban for Under-15s
French President Emmanuel Macron is advocating for a rapid legislative ban on social media access for children under 15, citing growing concerns over youth mental health and online safety.
TikTok Wins Big in Canada and U.S. After Legal Battles
TikTok has achieved significant legal and operational victories in Canada and the United States, allowing continued service for millions of users after facing national security scrutiny.
Women's Hilarious Tweets: Weekly Internet Wit Roundup
HuffPost Women compiles the funniest tweets and posts from women online, offering a weekly dose of humor on topics from daily life to pop culture.
TikTok Creates U.S. Version to Avoid Ban
TikTok finalizes a deal with Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX to form a U.S. joint venture, implementing safeguards to protect national security and user data, ending years of uncertainty.
TikTok Deal to Avoid U.S. Ban
TikTok has reached an agreement to form a new U.S. joint venture, aiming to circumvent a potential American ban and ensure continued operations.
TikTok Wins Reprieve in Canada as Court Shelves Ban
TikTok's Canadian subsidiary gets temporary reprieve as Federal Court sets aside 2024 shutdown order. Government now launches new national security review under Investment Canada Act.
TikTok Ban Overturned, New Review Ordered in Canada
A Federal Court judge has set aside Canada's 2024 order to shut down TikTok's subsidiary, sending the matter back for a fresh review under the Investment Canada Act.
U.K. Approves Social Media Ban for Under-16s
The U.K.'s House of Lords has passed a controversial bill to prohibit social media access for children under 16, sparking global debate on youth digital safety and regulation.
Snapchat Settles Social Media Addiction Lawsuit
Snapchat has reached a settlement to avoid a high-profile trial over allegations it contributes to social media addiction among youth, as tech firms face increasing legal scrutiny.
Social Media Searches for Dog Who Survived Spain Train Crash
A heartwarming social media campaign is underway to locate Boro, a dog who went missing after surviving a train crash in Adamuz, southern Spain. The community effort highlights the power of online networks in reuniting pets with their owners.
Families sue TikTok over children's deaths in 'choking challenge'
Six families are taking legal action against TikTok, alleging its algorithm is defective and addictive, targeting minors with dangerous content linked to their children's deaths. Read the full story.
X's Second Outage This Week Affects Thousands in Canada
The social media platform X, formerly Twitter, experienced its second significant service disruption within a week, with over 8,000 reports logged. Discover the details and impact on Canadian users.
X (Twitter) Reports Major Outage Affecting Thousands
The social media platform X, formerly Twitter, experienced a widespread outage on January 16, 2026, with tens of thousands of users reporting issues. Get the latest details on the disruption.
4.7M underage accounts removed after Australian ban
Major social media platforms have removed millions of accounts belonging to children in Australia following a new legal ban. Discover the details and global implications.
Australia blocks 4.7M underage social media accounts
Social media platforms have blocked 4.7 million accounts belonging to underage users in Australia, a major enforcement of new age verification laws. Learn the details of this digital safety initiative.
App Asks 'Are You Dead?' for China's Solo Youth
A new app in China prompts solo-living young adults to confirm they are alive, highlighting urban isolation. Learn about this digital response to a growing social trend.
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