Christina van Straaten

Neurotoxic Effects of 3.5 GHz Radiofrequency Exposure on Sensory Neurons

A study published in the International Journal of Radiation Biology in January 2026 investigated the effects of 3.5 GHz radiofrequency electromagnetic field (RF-EMF) exposure on cultured mouse sensory neurons. This frequency overlaps with bands used by 5G networks, although the researchers used a GSM-like pulsed signal rather than an actual 5G signal. Key findings: Important

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EU Study Finds Children Absorb More Wireless Radiation Than Adults

A study published in Physics in Medicine & Biology used 550 computer simulations to compare how children and adults absorb radiofrequency (RF) radiation across 15 frequencies, ranging from 450 MHz to 26 GHz, covering frequencies used in current 5G and considered for future 6G technologies. Key findings: Important distinction: The study examined radiation absorption through

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Tegnologie met Blaine: Is verbod op sosiale media vir jong kinders werklik die antwoord?

8 Oktober 2026: Hoe oud moet ’n kind wees voordat hulle op TikTok, Instagram of ander sosiale platforms behoort te wees? Is ’n ouderdomsperk of selfs ’n verbod op sosiale media vir jong kinders werklik die antwoord? Ons praat met die kuberwelstandkenner, dr. Marlena Kruger, oor kinders, sosiale media en die impak daarvan op hulle

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Sweden Considers Social Media Age Limit of 15

Source: https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2026-06-02/sweden-weighs-social-media-age-limit-of-15 Sweden is considering introducing a minimum age of 15 for social media use, following growing concerns about the impact of social media and excessive screen use on children and teenagers. A government-appointed commission has recommended the age limit, arguing that the potential risks to young people outweigh the benefits of unrestricted access. Under

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Sweden Urges Parents to Put Their Phones Away Around Children

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/01/sweden-urges-parents-to-restrict-phone-use-around-children Sweden is taking a closer look at an often-overlooked part of children’s screen use: how much time parents spend on their own phones. The country’s public health agency has issued new guidance encouraging parents to put their phones away when spending time with their children and to create screen-free areas at home, such

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Mindunique Education Awarded in the African Excellence Awards 2026.

MEA Markets is proud to announce the African Excellence Awards 2026, a prestigious programme dedicated to celebrating the organisations, leaders, and professionals driving progress across Africa’s diverse and rapidly evolving business landscape. From ambitious start-ups and growing SMEs to established enterprises and influential industry figures, for almost a decade this awards programme has shined a spotlight on

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