Norway to ban screens and expand free play in primary schools

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The Nordic Times - 16mar2026. The Norwegian government has announced one of the biggest overhauls of primary education in decades. Grades 1–4 will receive fewer subjects, more free play, and strict screen restrictions following declining results in reading and numeracy. Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Education Minister Kari Nessa Nordtun presented plans for … Continue reading Norway to ban screens and expand free play in primary schools

Please join us in promoting “OFF February 2026”

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Mobilising Humanity Against Tech Alienation. OFF is a global movement dedicated to combating rising technological alienation and reclaiming control over our lives — together. Digital technologies have embedded themselves into nearly every facet of our daily lives – often failing to keep its promises. Without even realising it, we’ve been "used" by it — instead … Continue reading Please join us in promoting “OFF February 2026”

USA: Which States Have Banned Cell Phones in Schools?

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As of June 2025, 22 states and Washington, D.C., have enacted or signed laws restricting student cell phone use in K-12 classrooms. Local school boards are also implementing bans. A significant majority of parents and teachers support these measures, citing improvements in academic performance, behavior, and safety.

Would you like to do something about wireless radiation in schools?

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"Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more…" Americans for Responsible Technology - 19mar2025. As you may recall, last May, ART filed a Citizen's Petition with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), requesting that the agency comply with federal law (21 USC 360ii) which requires FDA to protect the public from radiation emitted by … Continue reading Would you like to do something about wireless radiation in schools?