Malaysian boy on trial for allegedly murdering girl in school
The high-profile case has shocked Malaysia and sparked debate about the effect of social media on children.
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"almost all of these issues stem from the use of mobile phones and social media"
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The high-profile case has shocked Malaysia and sparked debate about the effect of social media on children.
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