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Politics● LowSep 21 · Sep 21, 2026, 10:26 PM

Mexico joins countries banning cell phones in schools

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from Vanguard Nigeria · North America

Mexico said Monday it is banning cell phones in elementary and secondary schools, joining countries around the world in trying to help kids focus on learning, rather than be glued to social media. Under a rule taking effect in November, students will be barred from using mobile phones in class or during recess, except in […] The post Mexico joins countries banning cell phones in schools appeared first on Vanguard News.

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