Australia bans social media for under-16s; Canada considers similar measures to combat online risks.

Australia has become the first country to ban social media for those under 16, set to take effect in a year. Canada is considering similar measures, with Quebec and Ontario banning cellphones in classrooms and Prime Minister Trudeau proposing the Online Harms Act to tackle online abuse. Experts suggest that while a full ban may not be practical, a holistic approach focusing on digital citizenship and youth rights could better protect young people online.

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