Did Australia's under-16s social media ban work?
BBC • 3/21/2026 – 3/22/2026
Summary
Three months after the implementation of Australia's world-first law banning social media for under-16s, teenagers have shared their experiences with the BBC regarding its impact on their lives.
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Final Score12/100
CategoryBreaking
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier99% (0.5^1/48)
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