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A teenager holds a mobile phone displaying a message from social media platform Instagram after the account was locked for age verification in Sydney on December 9, 2025. (Photo by AFP)
A teenager holds a mobile phone displaying a message from social media platform Instagram after the account was locked for age verification in Sydney on December 9, 2025. (Photo by AFP)
World
UK, France mull social media bans for youth as debate rages
PARIS, France - Countries including France and Britain are considering following Australia's...
Photo for illustration purposes only. - AFP FILE PIX
Photo for illustration purposes only. - AFP FILE PIX
National
Australia shuts 4.7 million accounts under child social media ban
CANBERRA - Over 4.7 million accounts belonging to children were deactivated in the first days of...
Wan Fatin Sufina (left) and Mediha Mahmood
Wan Fatin Sufina (left) and Mediha Mahmood
National
Parents and experts call for guided education rather than digital exclusion of youths
SHAH ALAM - While today’s teenagers are born into a digitally connected world and an increasingly...
The company added the legislation could also isolate teenagers from engaging in age-appropriate community experiences, as well as creating an illogical patchwork of which platforms are included and which aren’t. - Photo: AFP
The company added the legislation could also isolate teenagers from engaging in age-appropriate community experiences, as well as creating an illogical patchwork of which platforms are included and which aren’t. - Photo: AFP
World
Reddit takes Australia to court over landmark under‑16 social media ban
SYDNEY - Tech company Reddit launched a legal challenge Friday to Australia’s social media ban on...
Critics of age-based bans warn that they may be technically challenging to enforce, could push teenagers toward virtual private networks (VPNs) or less-regulated platforms, and raise new privacy concerns due to the need to collect and store sensitive identity data. - Photo illustrated via Canva
Critics of age-based bans warn that they may be technically challenging to enforce, could push teenagers toward virtual private networks (VPNs) or less-regulated platforms, and raise new privacy concerns due to the need to collect and store sensitive identity data. - Photo illustrated via Canva
World
Australia’s under-16 social media ban takes effect amid global shift
KUALA LUMPUR - Countries worldwide are adopting similar age-based restrictions or stringent...
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Photo by Sinar Daily
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Under-16 Ban: Prohibitions protect nothing, give false security - Ain Husniza
Experience the Full Story, in Your Hands! Get your copy of Sinar Harian at newsstands today to read...
Universiti Utara Malaysia School of Applied Psychology, Social Work and Policy criminologist and senior lecturer Dr Zalmizy Hussin
Universiti Utara Malaysia School of Applied Psychology, Social Work and Policy criminologist and senior lecturer Dr Zalmizy Hussin
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Malaysia’s Digital Paradox: Ban the apps or build the skills?
Experience the Full Story, in Your Hands! Get your copy of Sinar Harian at newsstands today to read...
Malaysia’s plan to ban social media for children under 16 in 2026 reflects a broader global trend. Photo: Canva
Malaysia’s plan to ban social media for children under 16 in 2026 reflects a broader global trend. Photo: Canva
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“It’s not the internet, it’s the unsupervised access” - Expert highlights parenting gap
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Richard Waterworth said the enforcement of age restrictions on social media platforms in the country may lead to many "unintended consequences.” Photo: Canva
Richard Waterworth said the enforcement of age restrictions on social media platforms in the country may lead to many "unintended consequences.” Photo: Canva
World
Ex-TikTok manager warns Australia’s under-16 social media ban may backfire
LONDON - The former general manager of TikTok in the United Kingdom (UK) and Europe said...
Reddit says it disagrees with Australia's under-16 social media ban. - David GRAY/AFP/File
Reddit says it disagrees with Australia's under-16 social media ban. - David GRAY/AFP/File
World
Reddit says Australia's under-16 social media ban 'legally erroneous'
SYDNEY - Australia's world-first legislation comes into effect Dec 10, curbing the globe's...
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A former Malaysian employee of an oil and gas company was sentenced to 21 years’ imprisonment in Singapore after pleading guilty to a scheme involving the misappropriation of fuel from the Pulau Bukom facility.
A former Malaysian employee of an oil and gas company was sentenced to 21 years’ imprisonment in Singapore after pleading guilty to a scheme involving the misappropriation of fuel from the Pulau Bukom facility.
Malaysian ex-oil and gas employee gets 21 years' jail over S$100 million fuel...
North Klang District Police chief ACP S. Vijaya Rao - BERNAMA FILE PIX
North Klang District Police chief ACP S. Vijaya Rao - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Elderly man injured in knife attack at Klang eatery
Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Syariah-based 'diyat' proposed as justice mechanism for drink-driving victim's family
MetMalaysia issued a forecast that thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected across most states and the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur until 9pm today. Photo for illustrative purposes only.
MetMalaysia issued a forecast that thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected across most states and the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur until 9pm today. Photo for illustrative purposes only.
Most states to experience thunderstorms and heavy rain until 9pm
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Calls intensify for tougher laws after fatal drunk driving incident
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The ‘BASS’ Phenomenon: How Bella Astillah and Syed Saddiq are rewriting the political playbook
Saddiq and Bella (centre) during a meet and greet session to promote his book "Jalan Tegak" published by Karangkraf during the International Book Festival Kuala Lumpur 2025 in May last year. (Photo by Halim Wahid)
Saddiq and Bella (centre) during a meet and greet session to promote his book "Jalan Tegak" published by Karangkraf during the International Book Festival Kuala Lumpur 2025 in May last year. (Photo by Halim Wahid)
MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm, heavy rain warning for Perak, Selangor and KL
Picture for illustrative purposes - File picture
Picture for illustrative purposes - File picture
'It was not me,' Rafizi denies receiving RM9.5mil linked to 'corporate mafia' scandal
Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli. Bernama FILE PIX
Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli. Bernama FILE PIX
'Luckiest man in the world': Syed Saddiq declares love for Bella, embraces her children in emotional engagement speech
Screenshot of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress Bella Astillah's engagement ceremony broadcast on Astro Gempak.
Screenshot of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress Bella Astillah's engagement ceremony broadcast on Astro Gempak.
Heatstroke warning: Spot the early signs
The public has been advised to watch for early signs of heatstroke, especially those most vulnerable, including children, the elderly, and people with chronic illnesses. - Photo by Bernama
The public has been advised to watch for early signs of heatstroke, especially those most vulnerable, including children, the elderly, and people with chronic illnesses. - Photo by Bernama
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