Group 1 - Singapore's Ministry of Education announced a stricter ban on the use of smartphones and smartwatches in schools starting January 2026, promoting the mental and physical health of teenagers [1] - Students will be required to store their devices in designated areas during school hours, including breaks and extracurricular activities, effectively creating a "phone-free" environment [1] - The automatic shutdown time for personal learning devices will be adjusted from 11 PM to 10:30 PM to ensure students have adequate time away from screens before bedtime [1] Group 2 - France plans to ban social media use for individuals under 15 years old starting September 2026, in response to the negative impact of social media on children [2] - French President Macron has indicated that social media contributes to increased violence among youth and aims to protect children from screens [2] - Australia has already implemented a similar ban for those under 16, with penalties for non-compliance, setting a precedent for such legislation globally [2]