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Influencers say they’re ‘honoured’ to attend Khamenei funeral
Several social media influencers travelled to Iran for the state funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
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US House committee reaches bipartisan deal on social media rules for kids
Committee leaders did not release details but said the legislation would ‘hold Big Tech accountable’.
Syrian activist Hassan Akkad detained in Damascus
Syrian journalist Mousa al-Omar reportedly filed a complaint about Akkad’s social media comments prior to his arrest.
Why do AI models struggle with online hate speech detection?
As the UN marks International Day for Countering Hate Speech, Al Jazeera examines how AI handles it – and falls short.
Telegram challenges India app ban, calls move unconstitutional
India blocked Telegram after exam paper leaks, prompting the legal challenge.
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Brazil police arrest bungee jumping operators after woman dies
A woman in Brazil died after bungee jumping operators failed to attach her cord before a jump from a 40-metre bridge.
Published On 16 Jun 2026
India blocks Telegram until Monday due to student exam fraud concerns
A viral youth satirical protest movement, the Cockroach Janta Party, has emerged following exam cancellations last month
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Can a social media ban protect young users?
The UK says it’s banning access to social media for those under age 16.
Published On 15 Jun 2026
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UK announces social media ban for under-16s
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the UK will ban social media for teens under the age of 16.
Published On 15 Jun 2026
Britain announces sweeping social media ban for under-16s
PM warns social media platforms are exposing children to content that is ‘dangerous’ and ‘designed to be addictive’.
‘Looked so real’: How AI is being weaponised against India’s Muslim women
Experts say a trend is reshaping online harassment: the use of AI to generate sexualised imagery of Muslim women.
