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Australia Proposes Landmark Legislation to Restrict Social Media Use for Under-16s, Imposing Heavy Fines on Tech Giants

21 November 2024thevok.orgLeave a Comment

The Australian government has unveiled a groundbreaking bill that seeks to ban children under 16 from using social media, threatening hefty fines for tech companies that fail to comply. On Thursday, Communications Minister Michelle Rowland introduced an amendment to the Online Safety Act in Parliament, describing it as a “world-leading social media reform.” The proposed […]

Living in Delhi’s Smog: A Dystopian Cycle We Keep Repeating

20 November 202420 November 2024thevok.orgLeave a Comment

As winter descends upon Delhi, so does the all-too-familiar cloud of smog, blanketing the city in a heavy, grey haze. The chill in the air comes with a palpable gloom, and for anyone brave enough to step outside, the experience is nothing short of dystopian. The thick smog hangs low, and within minutes of exposure, […]

Bangladesh Faces Unprecedented Dengue Crisis, Death Toll Exceeds 400

17 November 202417 November 2024thevok.orgLeave a Comment

DHAKA, November 17 – Bangladesh is grappling with its most severe dengue outbreak in years, as rising temperatures and prolonged monsoon rains, fueled by climate change, drive a surge in infections. Hospitals, especially in urban centers, are struggling to manage the overwhelming number of patients. Official reports indicate that dengue-related complications have claimed at least […]

J&K Government Officially Restores November-December Academic Session

7 November 20247 November 2024thevok.orgLeave a Comment

Srinagar, Nov 07: In a significant educational shift, the Jammu and Kashmir Government has instructed the J&K Board of School Education (JKBOSE) to commence board examinations for classes 10th through 12th on February 15, 2025, aiming for completion by the end of March. This move restores the November-December academic session for higher classes, effective from […]

Meta Extends Ban on New Political Ads Following U.S. Election

5 November 2024thevok.orgLeave a Comment

In a decisive move, Meta Platforms has announced an extension of its ban on new political advertisements in the aftermath of the U.S. election, as outlined in a blog post published on Monday. The suspension will remain in effect until later this week, reflecting the company’s ongoing commitment to combat misinformation that plagued previous election […]