School principals in Finland: Life has fundamentally changed after banning smartphones
School principals across Finland have reported positive effects following the ban on mobile devices, including improved student interactions and decreased bullying.
Sweden Moves Towards a Social Media Ban for Children
Sweden plans to implement a nationwide ban on mobile phones in schools by 2026 and is considering a social media ban for children.
Principals satisfied with schools' mobile phone ban: We have regained eye contact and greeting
Principals across various Finnish schools report that a mobile phone ban implemented in autumn 2025 has led to more sociable students and a significant decrease in bullying.
Ban on Using Mobile Batteries on Board Starts Mid-April, Public Comments Begin
Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced a ban on the use of mobile batteries onboard planes starting mid-April due to increasing incidents of smoking and fire.
Preparation to Ban Mobile Phones for Children in Karnataka? Siddaramaiah Expresses Concern Over Social Media Addiction
The Karnataka government, led by Congress, is considering a ban on mobile phone usage for students under 16 due to concerns about social media addiction affecting children's mental health.
Preparation for a ban on mobile phone usage for students in Karnataka?
The Karnataka government is considering a ban on mobile phone usage for students under the age of 16, seeking input from university vice-chancellors on the matter.
Inside the Mobile Phones of Spanish Adolescents: Between Social Media, Video Games, and Influencers
A report explores how Spanish teenagers use their phones amid a government proposal to ban social media for users under 16.
Preparation for Mobile Ban for Students Under 16 in Karnataka
The Karnataka government is considering a ban on mobile phone usage for students under the age of 16 to combat social media addiction and exposure to drug use.
Mobile Phones in Higher Education: To Ban or Not? - The Subject #1661
Private universities in São Paulo have implemented a ban on mobile phones in classrooms, sparking a debate about autonomy and concentration among students.
Rashmika-Vijay's Wedding: Mobile-Gift Ban, No Entry for Celebs, These Conditions Set
South superstars Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are set to have a private wedding on February 26, with strict restrictions including a ban on mobile phones and no attendance from other celebrities.
Youth House in Filipstad Reopens – Wants Cameras and Mobile Ban
The Youth House in Filipstad is set to reopen with plans for surveillance cameras and a mobile phone ban to enhance safety due to past incidents involving criminal gangs.
We will prohibit children from using mobile phones. And who will prohibit them for us?
The article discusses the controversial proposal to ban mobile phones for children and raises the question of who will regulate adult usage.
Two UK attractions set to introduce phone ban for families over half term
Two UK attractions in the UK are planning to implement a mobile phone ban during the February half-term to encourage family interaction without distractions.
Bangladesh: Chaos over Mobile Ban at Voting Centers, EC on Backfoot after Jamaat's Ultimatum
The announcement of a mobile phone ban at polling centers in Bangladesh ahead of the parliamentary elections has sparked significant political debate and opposition from right-wing parties.
New approach to mobile phones in schools – lockable mobile cases being tested
Sweden's Vice Prime Minister Ebba Busch visited Sundsvall to discuss the government's proposal for a total ban on mobile phones in primary schools, which is set to be implemented by the fall term.
Himachal Government's Big Decision, Ban on Mobile Phone Use in All Schools
The Himachal Pradesh government has decided to completely ban the use of mobile phones in all government and private schools starting March 1, as announced by Chief Minister Sukhu.
The French Parliament approved a ban on mobile phones for children
The French Parliament has approved a bill banning mobile phone use in schools and all social media use for children under fifteen, an initiative strongly supported by President Emmanuel Macron.
Parental Control Manual: How to Protect Your Child from Excessive Use of Social Networks and Mobile Phones
A recent article discusses the growing concern in Slovakia and worldwide about the impact of social networks and unrestricted internet access on children's concentration and mental health, particularly following the implementation of a mobile phone ban in primary schools.
Fuchs announces a strict ban on mobile phones and control of excuses
Education Minister Radovan Fuchs stated that changes to the rules regarding mobile phone usage in schools will strengthen regulations and clarify provisions on unexcused absences, particularly in cases of parental pressure on schools.
Gordana Keresteš: Mobile phone bans in schools also depend on parents
The Ministry of Education is considering a ban on mobile phone usage in elementary schools, both during classes and breaks, in response to research highlighting the risks of excessive phone use by children.
Young Briton wants a ban on mobile phones in schools: I got PTSD from one video
Eighteen-year-old Frazer McKenna advocates for a ban on mobile phones in schools after experiencing PTSD from witnessing a suicide video at a young age, which has led to ongoing mental health struggles.
Tories would ban under-16s from social media, says Badenoch – UK politics live
The Conservative party in the UK plans to ban under-16s from social media and mobile phone use in schools to address concerns about mental health and access to harmful online content.
Ban on Mobile Phones in Schools: They Can Be Carried, But Not Used
The Ministry of Education has proposed changes to regulations that prohibit the use of mobile phones in primary schools' premises to enhance student behavior clarity and improve safety.
Mobile phone ban yielding good results although some sneak in their phones
The mobile phone ban at Álftamýrarskóla has significantly increased student interactions despite some students admitting difficulty in resisting the urge to use their phones.
Role Model Australia: France Wants to Ban Social Media for Under 15s
France plans to introduce a new social media law that would prohibit children under 15 from accessing platforms like Instagram and TikTok, with mobile phones also banned in schools.
French lawmakers to debate social media ban for children under 15
French lawmakers are preparing to debate a proposed social media ban for children under 15 and restrictions on mobile phone use in high schools, set to be discussed in January 2026.
The government wants to ban social media for those under 15 starting September 1, 2026
The government plans to implement a ban on social media for individuals under 15 years old from September 1, 2026, alongside a proposed law to extend the ban on mobile phone usage in high schools.
Mobile Preventive Police Center at Ban Josip Jelačić Square Visited by Over a Thousand Citizens
During the Christmas and New Year holidays, a Mobile Preventive Police Center in Zagreb provided citizens and visitors with information on police work and preventive activities, attracting over a thousand visitors.