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1 month ago

Most teens fear loneliness if Finland bans social media

A large survey asked nearly 61,000 kids and young people about their use — and opinions — of social media.

2 months ago

National Youth Council criticises Finland’s social media ban plans

A government working group examining the matter is scheduled to submit an interim report by the end of this month.

6 months ago

Friday’s papers: Finnish islands’ Russian vulnerability, Starbucks closing in central Helsinki, and social media’s endless arguments

Individualism and one-upmanship on social media have helped people emphasise their own feelings and personal rights, experts say, but the effects often result in disagreements.