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French lawmakers approve a sweeping social media ban for children under 15

French lawmakers approve a sweeping social media ban for children under 15
NPR News Wednesday 22 July 2026, 05:46 UTC By The Associated Press 1 min read
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The move makes France the first country in the European Union to pass a blanket ban on platforms as concerns grow worldwide over the harmful effects of digital content on kids.(Image credit: Nicolas Garriga)

The move makes France the first country in the European Union to pass a blanket ban on platforms as concerns grow worldwide over the harmful effects of digital content on kids.

(Image credit: Nicolas Garriga)

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