Social media: Quick Facts

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Australia argues in court that social media ban is needed to protect children's brains • Nov. 4, 2026, 1:22 AM ET (AP)

Australia's highest court hears challenges to social media ban for children • Nov. 3, 2026, 6:10 AM ET (AP)

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