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France aims to ban under-15s from social media from September 2026, Le Monde reports

France is set to bar under-15s from social media and extend mobile phone bans to high schools from 2026, as President Emmanuel Macron pushes tougher rules to curb online harms to minors.

French President Emmanuel Macron holds a press conference during a European Union leaders' summit, in Brussels, Belgium December 19, 2025.
Reddit app is seen on a smartphone in this illustration taken, July 13, 2021.

Reddit files lawsuit against Australia's social media ban

A notification from Snapchat requesting age verification is displayed on a mobile phone as a law banning social media for users under 16 in Australia takes effect, in this picture illustration taken on December 9, 2025.

Australia leader defends social media ban as teens brag about staying online

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In world first, Australia bans social media usage for children under 16


Mr. Beast working to get OU kosher certification on chocolate products, Feastables first in line

The kosher products have already hit Canadian and American shelves, with further rollouts expected across the globe later this year.

MrBeast at the 2023 Kids’ Choice Awards

Only 11: The Israeli YouTuber unveils a new gaming room worth NIS 50,000

The young Israeli YouTuber, Or Lasri, unveils his new gaming room, in which he invested tens of thousands of shekels. Or has already been crowned as "Israel's next YouTuber."

 Or Lasri's gaming room

Israeli women soar to silver at hockey worlds

Triumphing despite adversity and protests, blue-and-white rides great goaltending and top-tier offense in Bosnia.

 Hockey stick and puck on ice

MrBeast's 100-hour pyramid adventure amasses 43 million views in 24 hours

Accompanied by Dr. Zahi Hawass, he explored narrow passages and secret chambers not accessible to the public.

 MrBeast's 100-hour pyramid adventure amasses 43 million views in 24 hours.

Leading haredi rabbi apologizes for accusing rabbinic org. Tzohar of conversions for money

A settlement was recently reached in the Jerusalem Magistrate’s Court, requiring Rabbi Yosef to issue a public apology both in writing and during his weekly class.

 Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, grandson of former Chief Rabbi Ovadia Yosef.

Spanish YouTuber Ibai Rider slammed for trespass, desecration at Peruvian site

Following a wave of intense criticism on social media, Rider deleted a controversial video in which he allegedly entered an archaeological site in Huancavelica, Peru.

 Spanish YouTuber Ibai Rider criticized for unauthorized entry and desecration at Peruvian archaeological site. Illustration.

Spanish YouTuber arrested for tutorials showing how to manufacture explosives

"I am a good guy making educational, informative, and entertaining videos," Alberto R. H. said in a video response.

 Boats at the port of Castro Urdiales, Santa Maria Church and Santa Ana Castle Lighthouse in Cantabria region in northern Spain.

Flat Earth YouTuber admits mistake after trip to Antarctica

Campanella participated in "The Final Experiment," an expedition conceived by Will Duffy, a pastor from Colorado, aiming to end the long-standing disputes about the shape of the planet.

 Not a giant pizza: After going all the way to Antarctica, Flat Earth YouTube influencer admits mistake.

Antisemitic billboards in Chicago suburb hacked, falsely link MrBeast to 'Death to Israel'

The signs, which were hacked around 5:30 p.m., displayed slogans like "Death to Israel" and "F*** Israel" against the backdrop of a Palestinian flag.

MrBeast at the 2023 Kids’ Choice Awards

YouTube extends shorts videos, competing with TikTok

YouTube extends shorts videos to 3 minutes and introduces new features in response to TikTok competition, enhancing creator content and user experience.

 YouTube shorts. Up to 3 minutes