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Did US school cellphone bans work? New study finds mixed results

Schools that adopted strict bans - requiring students to keep their devices in locked pouches throughout the school day - saw a meaningful decline in student cellphone use.

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What my child thinks about having social media only at 17

Gaining access to social media later has advantages and disadvantages, says the writer's daughter.

The hottest phone for kids right now is a $127 landline

The Tin Can plugs into a wall outlet and includes a speakerphone, speed dial buttons and an answering machine feature.

Walkmans, wired earphones, dumb phones: Gen Zs want to bring back the low-tech 1990s

E-commerce giant Amazon Singapore told The Straits Times that customer interest in old-school electronics has been on the rise in the last two years.

Los Angeles schools set limits on classroom screen time

The move comes amid growing concerns that excessive screen exposure is harming students' attention and social development.

One month phone-free: Young Americans try digital detox

According to an American poll conducted in 2025, more than two-thirds of people aged 18 to 29 would like to reduce their screen time.

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Engaging children during screen time boosts their social skills: A*STAR study

These social skills, known as prosocial behaviour, include the ability to share, cooperate, show empathy, and interact positively with peers.

Too fast, too colourful: Are your kids’ favourite shows good for them?

British parents told to limit screen time for under-fives

The guidance comes amid a wider global debate on how to keep children safe online and in particular, on the potential perils of phones and social media.

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askST: What parental controls are available on my child’s phone and apps? How do I activate them?

For parents, the challenge is to navigate a complex ecosystem of telco filters, device locks and screen-time limits.

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