Britain is considering a series of new measures to strengthen online protections for children, including the possibility of banning social media for those below a certain age, the government said on Monday. The proposals follow growing global concerns about the impact of digital platforms and screen time on children’s development and mental health. Read More: […]
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Threads overtakes X in daily mobile users
Meta-owned social platform Threads has surpassed Elon Musk’s X — formerly known as Twitter — in daily mobile usage, marking a significant shift in the fierce rivalry between the two microblogging apps. Read More: Meta rolls out web version of Threads According to market intelligence firm Similarweb, Threads recorded 141.5 million daily active users (DAUs) on […]
UK and France consider social media restrictions for youth
PARIS: The United Kingdom (UK) and France are exploring measures to restrict children and some teenagers from using social media, following Australia’s recent ban on users under 16. The move has sparked a heated debate among experts over its effectiveness and potential consequences. Read More: UK, France strike suspected ISIS arms cache Supporters of the proposed bans […]
Senators push for stronger social media laws for safe future for youth
Members of Parliament across all parties raised alarms on Saturday about the increasing influence of social media, urging for laws similar to those in other nations and agreeing on the need for swift, responsible measures to ensure social media is used for the greater good of society and the country’s future. While speaking exclusively with […]
Senators push for monitoring social media use by minors
ISLAMABAD: Senators on Friday called for closer monitoring of social media platforms for children under 18, proposing the formation of a special committee to develop safeguards in consultation with relevant ministries. Read More: Senate bill sets 16+ age limit for social media The proposal was raised through a calling-attention notice by Senators Falak Naz, Fawzia Arshad, Aimal […]
François Arnaud pulls back from social media after fan harassment
Canadian actor François Arnaud has scaled back his social media activity, unfollowing co-stars and the creative team behind the series Heated Rivalry amid a surge of online harassment and speculative dating rumours. Read More: Video of Samantha facing harassment at public event circulates online The 40-year-old actor unfollowed fellow cast members Hudson Williams, Robbie G.K., and Connor […]
Eight held for anti-judiciary campaign on social media, LHC told
LAHORE: The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) on Thursday informed the Lahore High Court (LHC) that eight individuals had been arrested for running a malicious campaign on social media targeting Chief Justice Aalia Neelum and other judges. Read More: Govt identifies 500 social media accounts ‘defaming’ judiciary NCCIA Director General Syed Khurram Ali appeared before […]
Fiza Ali shares emotional note as daughter prepares for father’s second marriage
Actor and television host Fiza Ali shared an emotional moment on Tuesday as her daughter, Faraal, helped prepare for her father Fawad Farooq’s second marriage. Read More: Fiza Ali’s statements on feminism spark public debate Taking to social media on January 14, Fiza posted a short video showing her daughter filming and documenting the wedding arrangements. […]
Malaysians joke about being ‘next Venezuela’ after US embassy’s satellite post
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians took to social media with a mix of humour and mild concern after the United States embassy in Kuala Lumpur shared a striking satellite image of the country on its official channels. The image, taken in 2016 from the International Space Station, showed dramatic lightning flares over Malaysia — a photo the […]
Atif Aslam shares adorable family moments from Dubai trip
Pakistani singer Atif Aslam delighted fans on Monday after sharing rare family vacation photos from Dubai, offering an intimate look into his life away from the stage. Read More: Atif Aslam: Staying grounded amid global fame In a carousel of images posted to Instagram, the Aadat hitmaker appeared relaxed and cheerful as he spent time […]