SINGAPORE, Dec. 1 (Xinhua) -- Starting January 2026, Singapore will prohibit secondary school students from using smartphones and smartwatches during the entire school day, expanding the current restriction that only applies during lesson time. The move, announced by the Ministry of Education on Sunday, is part of enhanced measures in secondary schools aimed at promoting healthier screen habits. Under the
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