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🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

V-sawing after Mohamsson's mobile meeting: "Clearly Sweden's most irrelevant party"

Education Minister Simona Mohamsson hosted a meeting to discuss students' screen time, which was criticized by the Left Party as redundant given existing agreements and forthcoming regulations on mobile phone usage in schools.

Feb 25 • 19:49 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"It has surprised me how one-sided the research is": High mobile consumption hinders young athletes' performance

A study reveals that excessive mobile phone usage negatively impacts the performance of young athletes, who often disengage from sleep to engage with their devices.

Feb 24 • 19:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I'm a police officer and there's only 1 instance you can use phone while driving'

A UK police officer clarifies that there is only one situation where drivers can legally use their phone while driving.

Feb 23 • 14:29 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

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.

Feb 22 • 12:52 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

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.

Feb 22 • 07:57 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

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.

Feb 22 • 04:06 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Historical Image: Children and Mobile Phones

The article discusses the evolution of mobile phones, particularly in relation to children, highlighting a debate on appropriate age limits for smartphone usage.

Feb 20 • 12:29 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Mobile internet usage in Lithuania is growing rapidly, but experts warn - network expansion is stalling

Mobile internet usage in Lithuania is on the rise, but experts caution that network expansion is facing significant challenges due to inadequate investment.

Feb 18 • 11:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK drivers risk £1,000 fine if caught doing this while 'queuing in traffic'

UK drivers can incur fines up to £1,000 for using their phones while stationary in traffic.

Feb 15 • 04:16 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

What Happens When Adults Cut Off Mobile Internet for Two Weeks? The Results from the Study are Remarkable.

A study reveals alarming trends in screen time among Norwegian adults, emphasizing a potential public health issue related to increased screen usage.

Feb 12 • 22:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

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.

Feb 12 • 06:20 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
National & Local

Madhyamik Exam 2026: Exam of 39 Students Canceled!

The Madhyamik exams for 39 students have been canceled due to mobile phone usage during the examination, as announced by the West Bengal Board's President.

Feb 10 • 13:42 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

A 5 km walk in Valencia calls for delaying mobile access for minors under 16 years old

A 5 km walk in Valencia promotes a social pact by families to delay mobile phone access for children under 16 years of age, highlighting concerns about the risks of excessive mobile device usage.

Feb 7 • 14:53 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Nuria Márquez, physiotherapist, about the problems of spending too much time on the toilet: 'I see it often'

Physiotherapist Nuria Márquez discusses the negative side effects of spending excessive time on the toilet, particularly due to mobile phone use.

Jan 16 • 10:22 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Smart Cameras: Same-Day Tickets for Red Light and Mobile Use at the Wheel

Greece's Digital Governance Minister Dimitris Papastergiou announced that smart cameras will soon start issuing same-day tickets for red light and mobile phone usage while driving.

Jan 13 • 15:04 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

"The Screen Has a Great Influence Through Dopamine and the Limbic System"

Virginie Tyou assists children and parents in managing mobile phone usage, discussing addiction symptoms and aggression in young children while emphasizing that parents need not feel guilty and that mere screen time is not significantly impactful.

Jan 13 • 06:34 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

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.

Jan 12 • 13:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

I have tried various wifi electricity consumption meters and this is the best

This article reviews various wifi electricity consumption meters and identifies the best one for monitoring household energy usage through a mobile app.

Jan 12 • 06:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

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.

Jan 11 • 10:48 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Janica Kostelić does not even think about giving a mobile phone to her children before 13. What about you?

Janica Kostelić believes that children should not own a mobile phone before the age of 13, highlighting a modern parental dilemma about technology usage and mental health issues.

Jan 10 • 08:11 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

A pediatrician on the use of mobile phones among adolescents: "Until the age of 16..."

A pediatrician discusses the implications of mobile phone usage among adolescents, emphasizing the importance of limiting their use until 16 years old.

Jan 9 • 18:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Fix your bad phone habits with 5 expert tips - as survey reveals worst offenders

A survey shows that nearly half of Brits aim to reduce their mobile phone usage, with the average person spending three hours a day on their devices and wanting to break detrimental habits.

Jan 8 • 10:08 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

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.

Dec 31 • 10:32 UTC

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