Uk Considers New Smartphone Bans for Children

Should smartphones be banned in schools?

Research has shown a link between social media apps and eating disorders, depression and anxiety among young people

World - Financial Times - November 12

The Big Question: should smartphones be banned in schools?

As anxieties about mental health increase, many headteachers are prohibiting phone use for students. Should the government make that mandatory?

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

UK government looks at ending Gove ban on councils opening new schools

Education secretary Bridget Phillipson says Tories had ‘tunnel vision’ about promoting academies

Business - Financial Times - November 9

Trump considers banning fluoride, some vaccines

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Roblox to ban young children from messaging others

Parents will also be able to view and manage their child's account, including limiting their screen time.

Chinese smartphone company Honor gets new investors as it gears up for IPO

Chinese smartphone company Honor on Thursday announced backing from new investors as the Huawei spinoff prepares for an initial public offering.

Business - CNBC - October 31

LPGA considers banning transgender golfer Hailey Davidson from women’s circuit

The LPGA Tour is deciding whether to ban male-born golfers in a move which could see Hailey Davidson lose the playing status the Scot took from Q-School this week.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 26

Australia's parliament considers legislation banning social media for under 16s

Legislation for the world's first legal ban on children under 16 using social media has been introduced in Australia's Parliament

Tech - ABC News - 40 minutes ago

Australia plans a social media ban for children under 16

The Australian government announced on Thursday what it described as world-leading legislation that would set an age limit of 16 years for children to start using social media, and hold platforms ...

Tech - ABC News - November 7

Australia plans "world-leading" social media ban for children under 16

"Social media is doing harm to our kids and I'm calling time on it," says Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanse.

Why Australia Plans to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16

Legislators will vote on the age limit, intended to reduce related mental health harms to young people, though critics say the law is too blunt an instrument to fix a complex problem.

Business - Inc. - November 7

Australia's plan to ban children from social media proves popular and problematic

The Australian government's plan to ban children from social media to protect them from harm has won almost universal political support

Tech - ABC News - Yesterday

Australia launches ‘landmark’ bill to ban social media for children under 16

Australia’s center-left government on Thursday introduced a bill in Parliament that aims to ban social media for children under 16.

UK government considers ‘flexibilities’ to help carmakers hit EV targets

Transport secretary Louise Haigh says she is ‘listening mode’ about manufacturers’ challenges

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Social media ban for under-16s 'on the table' in UK

The tech secretary Peter Kyle also said he wanted an "assertive" approach from the regulator, Ofcom.

Millennium considers launching first new fund in more than three decades

Fund would invest in less liquid assets including private credit

Business - Financial Times - October 25

After McCarthy ouster, GOP to consider new requirement for House leadership elections

Rep. Brian Mast wants any Republican seeking an internal promotion to be required to step down from their current leadership post.

Politics - Politico - November 10

House, Senate GOP to consider new leadership as Trump administration approaches

House and Senate Republicans will huddle this week to select a new slate of leaders for the next year's Congress, the first step towards legislating in the looming Trump administration. The moves ...

Politics - The Hill - November 11

Massachusetts lawmakers to consider a soccer stadium for the New England Revolution

Massachusetts lawmakers are planning to vote this week on a bill that would pave the way for the construction of a new soccer stadium for the New England Revolution in Everett

Sports - ABC News - November 13

Lebanon considers cease-fire plan while Israel launches new strikes

Lebanon is considering a U.S.-backed cease-fire plan while Israel launched new strikes in the area south of Beirut. Senior Lebanon officials are reviewing the proposal and it is based on the U.N. ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Australian states back national plan to ban children younger than 16 from social media

Australia’s states and territories have unanimously backed a world-first national plan to ban children younger than 16 from most forms of social media

World - ABC News - November 8

Australian states back national plan to ban children younger than 16 from social media

Australia’s states and territories have unanimously backed a world-first national plan to ban children younger than 16 from most forms of social media

Tech - ABC News - November 8

UK government aims to ban smoking outside schools and hospitals

New legislation would cover children’s playgrounds, but pub gardens win reprieve after industry objections

Business - Financial Times - November 5

Eurostar £39 ticket adverts banned by UK watchdog for second time

Advertising Standards Authority said no evidence enough seats available for purchase at cheap fare during promotion

World - Financial Times - November 6

In Remote Eastern Congo,a New Mpox Variant Is Attacking Children

An earlier strain of the virus was concentrated among adult men. Now it is moving quickly between children, and in many cases it is proving fatal.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 22

The UK has new opportunities with the new Trump administration

Yet, it is vital for the U.K. to continue to develop that relationship and we have much to offer the new President Trump.

Politics - The Hill - November 7

It’s my first Halloween in the UK for two decades – and my American children are not impressed | Emma Brockes

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World - The Guardian - October 30

More than one in three children in poverty as UK deprivation hits record high

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World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Latest news on Idaho's strict abortion ban

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UK and Germany set to sign new defense agreement

World - Yahoo News - October 22

Chancellor to announce five new UK freeports in the Budget

Labour to expand tax-free import scheme in a bid to boost economic growth across the country

Business - Financial Times - October 25

UK pledges thousands of new jobs in freeports plan

Critics have said freeports do not boost actual job numbers, but move investment to a different area instead.

Deadly drugs found in fake anxiety medicines being bought online in UK

A mother says she remains in "disbelief" at the lack of testing for the drugs when someone has died.

Meet the new leader of the UK Conservative Party

Badenoch has always presented herself as a no-nonsense, right-of-center conservative with a powerful belief in free markets and personal responsibility.

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Who is Ruben Amorim? Manchester United's incoming new hire considered a rising managerial talent

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Uk Considers New Smartphone Bans for Children

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