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No More Insta, Facebook, TikTok For Kids? Australia To Ban Social Media For Children Under 16

Zee News Friday, 8 November 2024
During a press conference, Albanese described social media as "doing harm to our kids" and emphasized the government's decision to take decisive action.
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