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Letting it linger: Why Gen Z can't stop listening to The Cranberries

The Irish band's song 'Linger' has become one of the most popular sounds on TikTok, with younger generations increasingly drawn to the nostalgic sounds of 90s hits.

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The EU's age-verification app: a long-awaited ‘technical fix’

Brussels says its age-verification app is ready, but critics argue the Commission is both too slow and focused on the wrong problem. The presentation has already sparked debate over its security and effectiveness.

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EU countries push under-15 social media ban, Brussels presents app

A wave of national bans is pushing the EU toward a continent-wide age limit. The European Commission says the enforcement technology is already in place. Watch the video.

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Social media fine print may limit users’ right to sue

Terms and conditions documents are becoming harder to read and sometimes waive a user’s right to sue the platform in court, according to a new analysis.

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Should kids be on social media? Europe moves toward age limits

Should kids be on social media? When are teens old enough to safely navigate the online world?

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Empowering children online: CoE sceptical of blanket social media ban

As politicians rush to impose blanket social media bans on minors, recent Council of Europe recommendations urge a smarter approach. They stress that online safety measures must protect children without sacrificing their freedom of expression or cutting off essential digital access.

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Which European countries are bringing in social media bans for minors?

After Australia banned social media for under-16s in December, European nations are now debating their own restrictions as Brussels mulls a "European solution".

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Macron urges students to go offline one day a month and read instead

France's President Macron has made disconnecting from devices a key issue for children.

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What you need to know about Europe's new social network Eurosky

A Netherlands-based initiative is offering European users a homegrown alternative to Big Tech's social media offerings.

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How disinformation affected Hungary's tightly fought election

Disinformation analysts identified new tactics ahead of last weekend's polls, including fabricated news stories tailored to propaganda narratives, private Facebook groups used to spread party messaging and signs of Russian interference.

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How 'Project Hail Mary' sent knitting into the stratosphere

Ryan Gosling doesn't need extra help to sizzle on screen but one item he wears in his latest film 'Project Hail Mary' has set the internet alight with claims it's the most popular piece of movie knitwear since Elphaba's "sex cardigan".

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Digital detox: Offline club events in Netherlands offer screen-free social connection

Participants in Amsterdam and Utrecht join “offline club” events, handing in their phones to spend time on creative activities and in-person interaction.

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Telegram hosts network sharing non-consensual content in Spain, Italy

European non-profit AI Forensics found an "ecosystem of abuse at scale" operated on Telegram, with users distributing and selling harmful sexual content across borders despite the platform’s moderation efforts.

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Should social media be banned for children? Euronews asks Europeans

As countries across Europe look to follow in Australia’s footsteps and ban social media for minors, Euronews Next asks Europeans whether they agree with the move or not.

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World's oldest tortoise is 'very much alive' despite death rumours

A viral post claiming a 193-year-old tortoise had passed away has been linked to a cryptocurrency scam. Here's all you need to know.

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France moves closer to banning children under 15 from social media

The French Senate voted on a social media ban for children but there are legal disagreements with the government on how to do it.