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Apple puts parents back in control of kids’ iPhone use
At its Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple introduced a host of tools designed to put parents back in control over how their kids are using the iPhone. This includes features that let parents decide who a child can talk to, what apps they can use, whether they can visit specific websites, and access to other tools to block inappropriate texts, manage screen time schedules, find age-appropriate app suggestions, and more.
The redesigned version of its Screen Time controls builds on the technology Apple already offers, expanding its capabilities in new ways with more granular controls. This comes as the mental health impacts of technology on children’s development have come to the foreground of people’s minds, and as new laws and regulations are attempting to rein in kids’ access to devices and social media.
When creating a child’s accounts on a new device, Apple will tailor safeguards to their age, blocking adult websites, allowing only age-appropriate media, and setting age-based restrictions on the App Store. Parents can adjust these settings if they prefer, but now they can go even further.
For instance, parents can start off by providing kids access only to the content they’re comfortable with, then add more over time, as they deem it appropriate. Apple will make smart app suggestions upon setup, letting parents pick whether they want to only give a child access to the essentials, or if they want to pick and choose specific other apps the child can use. This particularly makes sense for younger kids getting iPhones, like tweens and other school-aged children, who may not be ready for all the social experience an iPhone provides.
In addition, parents will be able to control access to which websites kids can browse, too — a feature that’s been much in demand since kids have historically used websites to work around parental controls that would restrict access to certain apps, often social media.
This feature, “Ask to Browse,” works across iPhone, iPad, and Mac with Safari, Apple notes. And it, along with “Ask to Buy” for apps and games, is on by default for kids under 13.
Parents will also be able to control which contacts the child can add to their contacts, and can opt to block media arriving in text messages that may include gore or violence. A similar feature has already been available to block possible nudity, to assuage sexting concerns.
The company’s existing Screen Time controls lets parents set up a schedule and choose which apps are available on which days and at which times. The feature helps parents limit access to things like social media during school hours, but not on weekends.
What’s new is that Apple is now relying on experts’ advice to make some initial screen time allowance recommendations, based on a child’s age and the app category. Apple said it consulted with the American Academy of Pediatrics and others on this feature. The company also pointed in particular to the fact that social media apps aren’t advised for children under 13, which is why Apple may suggest that category is turned off for younger kids.
The Screen Time feature has been redesigned, as well, to make it easier for parents to see how kids have been using their devices, and to allow parents to adjust that access with just a tap.
App developers, meanwhile, are offered a full suite of APIs that let them protect against nudity and violent content in apps, help ensure parents approve any new contacts in apps, or ensure a child is of age to use their app, among other options.
The new parental controls will roll out to consumers with the release of iOS 27 in the fall.
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Vice-President Kashim Shettima says African nations must take their rightful place in controlling the continent’s resources and global trade.
Shettima spoke on Friday in Cotonou, Republic of Benin, during a tour and assessment of the Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ).
He said Africa must maximise its vast natural endowments by developing industries capable of processing raw materials into higher-value products.
The vice-president said Nigeria’s renewed industrialisation drive would leave no region behind, with the Federal Government working alongside subnational governments.
He expressed satisfaction with Benin’s efforts to achieve mass production and export of locally sourced resources.
Shettima regretted that Africa benefits from only about one per cent of the global cotton industry, valued at 370 billion dollars.
He said reviving Nigeria’s textile value chain could create millions of jobs, boost non-oil exports and stimulate economic activities nationwide.
The vice-president expressed his satisfaction after inspecting cotton, textile, cashew and soya bean oil production facilities at the industrial zone.
“We are here essentially at the behest of President Tinubu, in the spirit of his Renewed Hope Agenda, to see and peer-review global best practices,” he said.
Shettima said the visit would help Nigeria learn from Benin’s experience in creating integrated value chains for cotton, cashew and soya bean.
“We are setting up eight agro-industrial zones in eight states in our country,” he said.
He added that the GDIZ represented “an African success story where there is a whole chain of value addition in cotton, cashew and soya bean value chains.
“Be rest assured that we have learnt a lot of lessons through this visit, and we are going to replicate a lot of that in Nigeria.”
He said the Federal Government remained focused on making Nigeria one of the world’s industrialised nations under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The vice president was briefed on GDIZ’s structure, production capacity and investment potential by Benin’s Minister of Tourism and Foreign Trade.
The delegation inspected integrated textile and agro-processing facilities, where locally produced cotton is transformed into yarn, fabric and finished garments.
It also toured facilities processing cashew and other agricultural commodities for domestic consumption and export.
The visit formed part of Nigeria’s efforts to draw practical lessons from Benin’s success in linking agriculture with manufacturing.
It also focused on attracting private investment and transforming raw materials into higher-value finished products.
Shettima was accompanied by the governors of Kwara, Imo, Katsina, Plateau, Zamfara and Jigawa States.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Kamal Tayo Oropo
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BREAKING: Nigeria’s Golden Grip Tightens! Riluwan Idris Powers to Heavyweight Gold as Team Nigeria’s Medal Haul Rises to Six in Glasgow
Team Nigeria’s dominance in para powerlifting at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games continued in spectacular fashion on Friday night as Riluwan Idris powered his way to a magnificent gold medal in the Men’s Heavyweight event, extending Nigeria’s remarkable run at the SEC Armadillo.
Idris produced a commanding display throughout the competition, finishing with 132.8 points to clinch the Commonwealth title ahead of England’s Matthew Harding, who settled for silver with 131.0 points. Malaysia’s Nicodemus Manggoi Moses completed the podium with 120.3 points, while India’s Sudhir, the defending Commonwealth champion, finished fourth on 114.1 points.
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The Nigerian strongman kept his composure under pressure, delivering when it mattered most to hand Team Nigeria yet another memorable victory in what has become an extraordinary opening day of competition.
Sports247, reporting from Glasgow, witnessed jubilant celebrations inside the SEC Armadillo as Nigerian coaches, teammates and supporters erupted after Idris was confirmed as the new Commonwealth champion. The victory further underlined Nigeria’s reputation as the undisputed powerhouse of Commonwealth para powerlifting—a status the nation has built over the years with consistent medal-winning performances.
Idris’ triumph came just hours after Folashade Oluwafemiayo shattered the world record to win the Women’s Heavyweight title, with Rita Ferdinand claiming silver. Earlier in the day, Esther Nworgu won gold with a Commonwealth Games record in the Women’s Lightweight event, Esther Oyema added silver, while Roland Ezuruike also secured silver in the Men’s Lightweight competition.
The latest success means Team Nigeria has now collected an astonishing six medals from para powerlifting alone on the opening day, once again proving why the country remains the benchmark in the sport at the Commonwealth Games.
Men’s Heavyweight Para Powerlifting – Final Standings
🥇 Riluwan Idris (Nigeria) – 132.8 points
🥈 Matthew Harding (England) – 131.0 points
🥉 Nicodemus Manggoi Moses (Malaysia) – 120.3 points
4️⃣ Sudhir (India) – 114.1 points
5️⃣ Tahiru Haruna (Ghana) – 112.0 points
DNF Bryan Junency Gustin (Malaysia)
Team Nigeria medal table – Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
Medal Total
🥇 Gold 3
🥈 Silver 3
🥉 Bronze 0
Total 6
Nigeria’s medal winners
🥇 Riluwan Idris – Men’s Heavyweight Para Powerlifting (132.8 points)
🥇 Folashade Oluwafemiayo – Women’s Heavyweight Para Powerlifting (World Record)
🥈 Rita Ferdinand – Women’s Heavyweight Para Powerlifting (World Record)
🥇 Esther Nworgu – Women’s Lightweight Para Powerlifting (Commonwealth Games Record)
🥈 Esther Oyema – Women’s Lightweight Para Powerlifting
🥈 Roland Ezuruike – Men’s Lightweight Para Powerlifting
Sports247 Medal Watch
🥇 Gold: 3
🥈 Silver: 3
🥉 Bronze: 0
Overall: 6 medals
With three gold medals already secured and several medal events still to come, Team Nigeria has made an emphatic statement on the opening day in Glasgow, taking significant strides toward the National Sports Commission’s target of 16 to 20 gold medals. Sports247 will continue to bring readers breaking news, exclusive interviews and live reports as Nigeria’s pursuit of Commonwealth glory gathers momentum.
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