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The government’s recent proposal to set a minimum age of 16 for social media use has drawn widespread public attention, prompting debate from multiple angles - responsibility, safety, present realities and the future of the younger generation.

Wan Fatin Sufina (left) and Mediha Mahmood

The Magistrate's Court today acquitted and discharged rapper Wee Meng Chee, better known as Namewee, of the charge of administering drugs into his body. - Bernama photo

The measures include withdrawing eligibility for education assistance such as scholarships, early schooling aid and bursaries for the students involved.

Move people game. Photo via Google Play

Al-Biruni, the ninth AYG branch, serves as a youth interaction centre and a safe space for teenagers and the local community. Photo: Facebook Adab Youth Garage (AYG)

MOH will consider alternative detection tests that are easily accessible and effective to deal with Influenza infection cases so that the spread of the disease can be contained and does not threaten or affect public health. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

Malaysia’s plan to ban social media for children under 16 in 2026 reflects a broader global trend. Photo: Canva

Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari (two left) visiting a booth at the World #Quran Convention 2025 at the Perdana Hall, Miti, Kuala Lumpur. He was accompanied by WUIF founder Datuk Hussamuddin Yaacub (left) and Jakim deputy director-general (operations) Datuk Mohamad Ajib Ismail (right). - Photo by ROSLI TALIB

Kelantan Action Group of Lawyers and Intellectuals chairman Nik Saiful Adli Burhan said the Syariah law for Muslims should also be reinforced to include offences related to same-sex sexual acts.