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A man in his 40s is on trial in Sunnmøre for multiple sexual assaults against children under 16 years old.

The Tony Elumelu Foundation has pledged $16 million in funding to support 3,200 young entrepreneurs in Africa under its 2026 entrepreneurship initiative.

A 14-year-old Indonesian influencer faces the loss of her income due to a government ban on social media for those under 16, impacting her family's financial stability.

The CEO of Pinterest has urged global leaders to implement a ban on social media for individuals under 16, citing safety concerns.

Cameron McEvoy broke a long-standing 50-meter freestyle record, becoming the first swimmer to go under 21 seconds without the aid of super suits.

Brazil has implemented a new law that limits the online presence of adolescents under 16 years of age, requiring parental supervision of their online activities.

The CEO of Pinterest advocates for a legal ban on social media use for individuals under the age of 16, highlighting concerns about mental health and referencing Australian legislation as a model.

Australia becomes the first country in the world to ban social media use for children and teenagers under 16, sparking discussions on the impact of such a decision.

Australia has become the first country in the world to ban the use of social media for children and teenagers under 16, sparking debate about its implications on youth development.

The article discusses Australia's ban on social media for minors under 16 and the growing consensus among U.S. politicians and adults for similar regulations due to concerns over mental health effects on children.

Poland plans to ban the use of mobile phones by children under 16 in schools starting September 1, 2026, addressing concerns about screen time and social media usage among minors.

Poland will implement a ban on mobile phone usage for students under 16 years starting September 1, 2026, following similar initiatives by other countries to reduce dependence on smartphones among youth.

TikTok is implementing measures to make all accounts of users under 16 years old private to comply with the Digital Child Statute in Brazil.

A growing majority in Germany supports a ban on social media for children under 16, inspired by Australia's approach, as an expert weighs in on the implications.

A youth club in Berlin has come under scrutiny after allegations that a 16-year-old girl was sexually harassed, raped, and blackmailed by boys her age within the facility.

On March 16, 1916, the Greeks of Sourmen, believing they would be liberated by Russian troops, welcomed them joyfully after suffering hardships under Turkish rule.

Venezuela Fury, the 16-year-old daughter of Tyson Fury, is preparing for her upcoming hen party, garnering attention after a friend's leak of the invitations.

The Brazilian government is set to release the PIS salary bonus for workers born in March on Monday, April 16, 2024, under specific eligibility criteria.

Today's horoscope offers insights into health, love, and financial matters for those under the Aquarius sign.

Despite a ban on minors using social media platforms in Australia, one in five teenagers under 16 continues to access these services.

Campaigners argue that social media apps, particularly those targeting youth, pose serious addiction risks, a concern highlighted by Australia’s recent ban on under-16 usage of major platforms.

One-fifth of teenagers under 16 in Australia still access social media platforms like TikTok and Snapchat despite a new ban.

Despite a significant drop in app usage like TikTok and Snapchat, one in five Australian teenagers continues to use social media, two months after the country implemented a ban on social media for children under 16 years old.

The U.S. Trade Representative has officially launched a new trade investigation targeting global manufacturing over structural excess production, which includes South Korea among 16 nations.

UK regulators have issued a deadline for tech companies to enhance online protections for children following a failed bid to ban social media for users under 16.

Students aged 14 to 16 are under investigation for sexual harassment after a 16-year-old girl was kissed without consent in a school bathroom in Boa Vista, Brazil.

The police are investigating the death of a 16-year-old Indigenous girl from the Xerente community, who died after being hospitalized in Tocantins under suspicious circumstances.

British lawmakers have rejected a proposal to ban social media platforms for children under 16, following Australia's lead, which had enforced such a ban last year.

UK MPs have rejected a proposal to ban social media for children under 16, amid concerns from the Labour government preferring to await consultation results before legislating.

The UK currently will not implement a ban on social networks for individuals under the age of 16.

The UK government has decided against a blanket ban on social media for children under 16, favoring a consultation instead.

UK lawmakers rejected a proposal to completely ban social media for individuals under 16, opting for a more flexible approach instead.

UK MPs have rejected a proposal to ban social media usage for those under 16, despite growing calls for such measures following similar actions in Australia.

UK MPs voted against a proposed ban on social media for those under 16, despite previous support from peers and calls from campaigners.

Indonesia has announced a ban on high-risk social media platforms for children under 16, labeling it a 'digital emergency.'

Esther Ghey implores UK MPs to support a proposed ban on social media for individuals under 16, following her daughter's tragic murder.

Indonesia plans to gradually suspend social media accounts for children under the age of 16, citing worsening addiction and other threats in the digital space.

NHS England has halted new referrals for hormone treatments for those aged 16 and 17 due to insufficient evidence supporting their use following a recent review.

In Baden-Württemberg, 16 and 17-year-olds were allowed to vote for the first time, with the Green Party gaining the most support from first-time voters.

Severe storm warnings have been issued for 16 provinces in Argentina, indicating likely strong weather conditions this Sunday.

Indonesia has become the second country in the world, after Australia, to prohibit social media accounts for individuals under 16 years of age.

The Karnataka state government in India will impose a social media ban for teenagers under 16, as announced by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah during the annual budget presentation.

The Indonesian government has decided to ban several social media platforms for children under the age of 16 to protect them from bullying, fraud, internet addiction, and pornography.

Indonesia has announced a ban on social media for children under 16 years old, deactivating accounts on several high-risk platforms to protect youth from various online dangers.

Indonesia will prohibit children under 16 from using social media platforms, citing concerns over safety and addiction.

Germany is potentially moving towards implementing a social media ban for minors, inspired by Australia's approach to restrict access to children under 16.

Indonesia will implement a ban on social media access for children under the age of 16 due to concerns about online safety and mental health.

Indonesia will ban access to social media platforms including YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, and Roblox for minors under the age of 16 starting March 28, in an effort to protect children and teenagers.

The Indonesian government will ban social media access for individuals under the age of 16 due to concerns related to pornography, cyberbullying, scams, and internet addiction.

Indonesia will prohibit children under 16 from accessing social media platforms, citing the need to protect them from various online threats.