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Iran Takes First Steps Toward Easing Its Broad Social Media Bans
Iran said it will start easing some of the world’s tightest internet restrictions by lifting its ban on WhatsApp and Google Play — a sign that authorities want to placate domestic opponents as the Islamic Republic faces major economic and foreign-policy challenges.
Social media accounts of children in Florida to be wiped in 2025 if ban takes effect
Florida passed one of the nation’s most restrictive bans on minors’ social media use, and social media companies said they aren't going down without a fight.
No social media for kids, first responders protections: these 9 Florida laws start Jan. 1
As of Jan. 1, 2025, nine new laws will go into effect in Florida. Some are minor for the average resident, but some make some controversial changes.
Florida Set to Terminate Children's Social Media
A law signed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis that bars children under 14 from having social media accounts takes effect on January 1, 2025.
New Florida law restricting social media for children set to take effect Jan 1
Thanks to a new law signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, teens under 16 will lose their social media accounts come Jan. 1st.
Morocco MPs propose social media ban for minors under 16
Morocco’s Parliamentary Group of the Party of Progress and Socialism has proposed a law to restrict social media access for minors under 16. The bill calls for parental consent for children under this age to use platforms.
Social media frenzy about GOP congresswoman living in retirement facility: 'Compelling case for term limits'
Following the news that GOP Rep. Kay Granger is living in a retirement facility, conservative and liberal voices took to ...
GOP congresswoman Kay Granger’s quiet move to retirement facility sparks social media frenzy: ‘Compelling case for term limits’
The news that Rep. Kay Granger, R-Texas, has been living in a retirement facility and experiencing a “very rapid” decline set ...
$260 Million Star Infielder Fuels Trade Speculation to Yankees on Social Media
Nolan Arenado fueled speculation that he wants to be traded to the New York Yankees after he liked pro-Yankee comments on ...
Biden’s decision to commute sentences for death row inmates sparks social media frenzy
Joe Biden's decision to commute the sentences of 37 individuals on death row led to outrage on social media, with many ...
Kay Granger's Social Media Raises Questions After 'Dementia' Report
Texas congresswoman Kay Granger has been living in an independent living facility while experiencing "dementia issues," her ...
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What would life be like without social media? A mental health expert has some answers
A behavioral health technicial discusses the pros and cons of social media and what life could look like without the apps.
Hochul signs new laws to combat hate online, protect consumers on social media
ALBANY — Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday signed several bills into law aimed at protecting consumers online, including one to combat hate speech on social media and another that will require greater ...
Musk’s dangerous, exaggerated conflation of social media and democracy
We’ve seen an intentional transition from “Twitter isn’t real life” to “X is America.” ...
Tapestry, a new app for tracking social media, news, blogs, and more, will launch in ‘early 2025’
A new app called Tapestry promising to unify social media, news, and RSS in one place, is nearing completion. Designed by ...