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  UP: Woman dies during attempt to recreate hanging scene for reel in Banda, daughter witnesses act

  Uttar Pradesh | February 08, 2026 12:51 IST

  After thoroughly examining Mohini’s phone, it was found that she had been regularly searching hanging-related content on Google and Facebook. Her daughter, who witnessed the entire act, told police that Mohini had asked her to record the act.

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  Australia bans social media for children under 16, sets global precedent

  World | December 10, 2025 6:28 IST

  Children in Australia will no longer be able to access their social media accounts. Platforms will have to prove they’ve taken “reasonable steps” to deactivate accounts belonging to users under 16 and block new account creation.

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  Delhi Man dies by suicide after killing wife over her social media reels

  Delhi | September 03, 2025 19:27 IST

  The couple, originally from Pilibhit in Uttar Pradesh, had been married for ten years and are survived by two sons, aged nine and five. Police revealed that the woman was previously married to Aman's elder brother, who had allegedly died by suicide.

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  This country to ban social media for children despite huge criticism | Check minimum age to access

  World | September 10, 2024 16:06 IST

  The Australian move comes as parents increasingly call for their children to be protected online and with the opposition party promising a social media ban for children under 16 if it wins elections due by May next year.

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  World Social Media Day 2024: Funny wishes, images, quotes, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share

  Lifestyle | June 30, 2024 11:53 IST

  Celebrate World Social Media Day 2024 with funny wishes, messages, and quotes to share on WhatsApp and Facebook. Spread joy and laughter with your buddies through these witty and heartfelt statuses!

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  Canadian school boards sue social media platforms over effects on students

  World | March 29, 2024 16:50 IST

  The joint statement of the school boards alleged that the social media giants' products "negligently designed for compulsive use, have rewired the way children think, behave and learn".

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  Here's why taking a social media break is important for mental health?

  Lifestyle | December 11, 2023 19:16 IST

  Distancing from social media can lead to improved mental health, increased productivity, better relationships, and an overall more balanced and fulfilling life. So what are you waiting for? It's time to transform your social media and be present.

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  Learn ways to avoid social media addiction here

  Lifestyle | December 05, 2023 23:37 IST

  Studies show that a common man uses social media for 2 to 4 hours, whereas a child spends about 9 hours on social media. If you too are not able to keep yourself away from the phone despite spending hours on social media, then follow these tips.

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  World Social Media Day 2023: Ten interesting tips for social media detox

  Lifestyle | June 30, 2023 16:05 IST

  Take this World Social Media Day 2023 as an opportunity to give yourself a break from social media and focus on reconnecting with yourself.

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  Social media users 'copy' eating habits of friends, reveals study

  World | February 07, 2020 17:04 IST

  Social media users are more likely to eat fruits and vegetables -- or snack on junk food -- if they think their friends do the same, according to a new study.

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  Social media has been terrible for my generation: Selena Gomez

  Hollywood | May 15, 2019 19:14 IST

  Selena Gomez finds it scary to see people hooked to their phones all the time.

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  Spending excess time on social media leads to eating disorders in teens

  Health | April 29, 2019 16:52 IST

  Spending excess time on social media leads to eating disorders in teens: It's time for social media companies to get serious about their responsibility to young people.

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  Here’s how your binge drinking habits are linked to social media addiction

  Health | December 21, 2018 23:44 IST

  College students who binge drink frequently post on social media in an intoxicated condition and show signs of social media addiction.

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  Excessive use of social media can exaggerate the worth of self-love

  Lifestyle | November 12, 2018 13:47 IST

  Lifestyle updates: The obsession of using social media can be associated with increase in narcissism as per a new study.

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  How social media is driving you to depression and loneliness

  Lifestyle | November 10, 2018 12:38 IST

  Excessive use of social media including Facebook, Snapchat, and Instagram is associated with poor well-being which could lead to depression and loneliness.

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  Social media affects teenage girls more than boys

  Lifestyle | March 20, 2018 9:14 IST

  The authors found that adolescent girls used social media more than boys and social media interaction increased with age for both boys and girls.

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  Why 'new year resolutions' are often epic fails!

  Who cares | December 31, 2014 18:20 IST

  All our lives we strive to make quick changes, but that needs immense willpower and determination & that's where we fail (most of us!)Unlearning something is more difficult than learning something new, and dragging oneself