The Headlines A Million Teenagers Just Got Barred From Social Media, and Trump Calls Affordability a ‘Hoax’
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Dec 10, 2025 Australia has taken a bold step by banning social media for those under 16, prompting teens to find creative workarounds. President Trump robustly claims the economy is thriving, dismissing affordability issues as a 'hoax.' Meanwhile, he takes a jab at Europe, suggesting it's in decline. The Justice Department is moving to unveil more records related to the Epstein case, while Ancestry.com’s policy changes are slowing cold case inquiries. And in a twist, brands are now opting for AI-generated travel influencers instead of real people, raising questions about authenticity.
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Australia Tests A Social Media Reset
- Australia's ban blocks social apps for under-16s to curb harms like cyberbullying and mental-health impacts.
- Officials call it world-leading but its real-world effectiveness remains unproven.
Teens Plan Workarounds
- Victoria Kim reports teenagers expect to bypass the ban by lying about ages or using VPNs.
- Teens rapidly download alternative apps and think they can outsmart restrictions.
High Daily Use Risks Real-Life Skills
- U.S. teens use YouTube and TikTok daily, with about 20% almost constantly online.
- Heavy use risks reducing in-person social development, a key psychologist concern.