[ad_1] A registered Omaha sex offender was arrested last Friday after court documents alleged he broke into a home, took off his clothes, and got into bed with a sleeping child.According to an affidavit, this happened around 1 a.m. on Friday at an apartment complex near 13th and Leavenworth streets.Officers believe Lavern Scott, 65, entered...Read More

[ad_1] TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC/Gray News) – An Alabama teenager’s message is going viral after sending out an urgent plea on social media. Will Roberts is battling stage 4 bone cancer. The 15-year-old recently sneaked onto his mom’s Facebook page to send out the plea for anyone who could help him find a cancer drug...Read More

[ad_1] The Polk County Commissioners Court continued to explore options for the provision of school safety services for Goodrich ISD during its regular meeting Tuesday.   “We met and put in a lot of hard work on it. What you have before you is a summary and an interlocal agreement between GISD and the Precinct...Read More

[ad_1] U.S. lawmakers have introduced two bills covering artificial intelligence: one that would give parents control over their kids’ use of AI chatbots, and one that aims to strengthen U.S. leadership in AI. The Children’s Health, Advancement, Trust, Boundaries, and Oversight in Technology Act (CHATBOT Act) would require AI companies to establish “family accounts” to...Read More

[ad_1] Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd will be joined by Florida’s CFO Blaise Ingoglia, as well as other agency heads, to detail the investigation at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — Florida officials are set to discuss a multi-day undercover investigation that was focused on child predators.  According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office,...Read More

[ad_1] B.C. urges feds to ban teens and children from using social media, AI chatbots Published 2:01 pm Tuesday, April 28, 2026 B.C.’s attorney general says if the federal government will not step in to regulate social media and AI chatbot use by youth, then her government will do so itself in concert with other...Read More

[ad_1] California lawmakers are advancing legislation that would significantly expand legal exposure for social media platforms over child safety failures, underscoring a broader shift toward state-led regulation as federal efforts remain stalled. The bill, AB 1946, would impose stricter obligations on platforms to detect and remove child sexual abuse material (CSAM), including a 48-hour takedown...Read More

[ad_1] About Our Expert: Dr. Lee Long, EdD, LPC-S, is a trauma specialist with advanced training in evidence-based modalities including CBASP, DBT, ART, and EMDR. He’s the owner, president, and CEO of Restoration Counseling, Education And Consulting. He has nearly three decades of experience in mental health counseling. When a child comes home from school...Read More

[ad_1] B.C. Attorney General Niki Sharma, front centre, walks into B.C. Supreme Court after a news conference in Vancouver on Monday Nov. 27, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck By The Canadian Press Apr 28, 2026 | 1:13 PM VICTORIA — British Columbia’s attorney general says if the federal government doesn’t bring in protections on social...Read More

[ad_1] Premier Scott Moe and the Sask. Party government would like to know what parents in Saskatchewan think of a social media ban for children. On Monday, Moe said his government would send out surveys in about a week, asking parents and families their thoughts on social media limits for children. This follows Manitoba Premier...Read More

[ad_1] B.C. urges feds to ban teens and children from using social media, AI chatbots Published 2:01 pm Tuesday, April 28, 2026 B.C.’s attorney general says if the federal government will not step in to regulate social media and AI chatbot use by youth, then her government will do so itself in concert with other...Read More

[ad_1] OTTAWA — Canada’s justice minister expressed an openness Tuesday to expanding the government’s definition of sexualized deepfakes, as opposition MPs push for amendments to the proposed law to criminalize their distribution. Sean Fraser spoke one day ahead of when parliamentarians on the justice committee are expected to begin their clause-by-clause study of Bill C-16,...Read More

[ad_1] A bizarre social media stunt landed two Florida teenagers behind bars. One of them was caught on camera over the weekend driving a lawnmower into a target in Ocala while his friend filmed. Now the duo are facing charges for property damages after breaking the door at the entrance of the store. “It was...Read More

[ad_1] WICOMICO COUNTY, Md. — County leaders are moving forward with a new layer of school security, with weapons detection systems potentially coming to high schools by January of 2027.  Brief Budget Breakdown: County Executive Julie Giordano has proposed a $237.5 million budget for FY27. The final amount represents an increase of $21,271,798, or 9.8%, from...Read More

[ad_1] Hamilton County Juvenile Court Judge Kari L. Bloom, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023. Bloom was elected in 2020 for a six-year term. In January, she became the administrative judge overseeing day-to-day running of the court. She was previously in the public defenders office. As Administrative Judge for Hamilton County Juvenile Court, I can say without...Read More

[ad_1] Toronto Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra says the province will be working closely with the federal government on a social media ban for kids under a certain age. He also says he is considering implementing an “outright ban” of cellphones on school properties, with some medical exemptions. Education minister says most provinces in agreement...Read More

[ad_1] April 22, 2026 — Three of California’s leading tech-safety legislators have created a pair of companion bills, SB 1119 and AB 2023, aimed at protecting kids online. The bills build on existing digital design and chatbot regulations enacted in 2025. The two bills contained the same language at introduction. As they move through their...Read More

[ad_1] A recent Guardian headline captured the frustration felt by many Australian parents: “Australia’s teen social media ban is a flop. But there’s no joy in ‘I told you so’.” Sold by legislators as a potential silver bullet – one that would keep children safer online and improve youth mental health – the ban has...Read More

[ad_1] A recent Guardian headline captured the frustration felt by many Australian parents: “Australia’s teen social media ban is a flop. But there’s no joy in ‘I told you so’.” Sold by legislators as a potential silver bullet – one that would keep children safer online and improve youth mental health – the ban has...Read More

[ad_1] Items sold across major retailers such as Amazon and Walmart have been recalled due to child safety concerns. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recalled a wave of products in April, spanning household goods, toys, fitness equipment and infant products. Safety regulators cited a range of risks, including choking and suffocation to chemical...Read More

[ad_1] (CNN) — To protect kids from the harms of social media, some of us have proposed banning social networks for young people or delaying the age at which they use them. One expert has another solution: teaching kids critical thinking so they’ll know how to be safe online. As a professor, I’ve seen a...Read More

[ad_1] Premier Scott Moe and the Sask. Party government would like to know what parents in Saskatchewan think of a social media ban for children. On Monday, Moe said his government would send out surveys in about a week, asking parents and families their thoughts on social media limits for children. This follows Manitoba Premier...Read More

[ad_1] (Photo Credit: United States Consumer Product Safety Commission) Vitaquest recall overview: Who: Vitaquest International is recalling approximately 356,140 units of various iron-containing dietary supplements. Why: The recall is due to the supplements’ failure to meet child-resistant packaging standards, posing a risk of poisoning to young children. Where: The recall is effective in the United...Read More

[ad_1] Kara Alaimo is a professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University and advises parents, students and teachers on how to manage screen time. Her book “Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls — And How We Can Take It Back” was published in 2024. To protect kids from the...Read More

[ad_1] Premier Scott Moe says his government is looking to find out parents’ and families’ opinions about bans for kids and teens on social media. April 27, 2026. (Image Credit: Lisa Schick/980 CJME) By Lisa Schick, CJME News Staff ban being considered Apr 28, 2026 | 8:52 AM Premier Scott Moe and the Sask. Party...Read More

[ad_1] LOS ANGELES — Online gaming platform Roblox has grown to more than 144 million users since it launched 20 years ago, but one father said his son logged onto a very dangerous space where he suffered serious, life-altering harm.  What You Need To Know More than 120 lawsuits have accused Roblox of allowing predators...Read More

[ad_1] Yesterday, Liberal Leader Iain Rankin reiterated his call for a provincial ban on social media use by children under 16. I think most people would agree that kids shouldn’t be on the often-toxic, usually exploitative, and always reality-distorting social media platforms. Heck, all of us, regardless of age, should be limiting our time on...Read More

[ad_1] Two students from Huron Academy in Clinton Township won first place in the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office annual “Knocking Violence Out of My School” competition after finishing in third place last year. Mikayla Jeffreys and Michaella Julia Oh from Huron Academy on Utica Road near Metropolitan Parkway took first place with the 2-minute video,...Read More

[ad_1] The momentum behind a social media ban for Canadian minors has been building for months. The federal Liberals voted at their April policy convention to back a minimum age of 16 for social media accounts and AI chatbots, the government’s expert panel on online safety is studying the issue, protesters have now rallied on...Read More

[ad_1] In 2024, Ghey spoke about youth mental health issues with Sir Keir – before he became prime minister – and said she had “greatly appreciated” the discussion. “It is in that spirit that I, and other bereaved families, are requesting a meeting so you can hear first-hand why it is so urgent that governments...Read More

[ad_1] Multiple people were arrested after chaos broke out at Icon Park on Saturday, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies said that more than 1,000 teens were at the park, and several fights broke out around 7:30 p.m. OCSO said that more than 50 deputies had to break up fights and help direct the...Read More

[ad_1] Some are hailing Manitoba’s promised youth ban of artificial intelligence chatbots and social media while noting how hard it will be to pull off effectively. Premier Wab Kinew announced this weekend that Manitoba would be the first jurisdiction in Canada to prohibit youth under 16 from using Instagram and TikTok, among other social media...Read More

[ad_1] Teens shouldn’t be on social media. That seems to be the opinion of lawmakers around the world, and the next country to ban teenagers from social media could be the UK. The country’s Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, reportedly told Sky that there would be “more action to young people safe online,...Read More

[ad_1] Some are hailing Manitoba’s promised youth ban of artificial intelligence chatbots and social media while noting how hard it will be to pull off effectively. Premier Wab Kinew announced this weekend that Manitoba would be the first jurisdiction in Canada to prohibit youth under 16 from using Instagram and TikTok, among other social media...Read More

[ad_1] Most social media platforms require users to be at least 13 years old, but surveys show that 40% of kids between eight and 12 use social media. Despite that widespread use by children, these platforms are largely unregulated at the federal level. As a result, social media companies operate in a sort of gray...Read More

[ad_1] Premier Wab Kinew is not wrong about the “why” behind promising to ban social media and AI chatbot access for kids. But the “how” — which Kinew and his government have not yet shared any information about — is a far more difficult goal. On the face of it, the problem might look simple....Read More

[ad_1] PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Arizona’s top education official is urging Gov. Katie Hobbs and state lawmakers to approve an additional $40 million for school safety. Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne says the money would pay for more campus police officers and add counselors and social workers, positions some districts have cut amid budget shortfalls....Read More

[ad_1] KATHMANDU: The government has proposed new and stricter safety standards for children traveling in small vehicles, aiming to reduce risks from road accidents. Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport Sunil Lamsal announced the decision, introducing special safety provisions focused on child passengers. Under the proposed rules, children below 10 years of age or shorter...Read More

[ad_1] Education minister Olivia Bailey told the Commons the Government will bring in ‘some form of age or functionality restrictions’ after the House of Lords again voted for an outright ban 08:18, 28 Apr 2026Updated 08:19, 28 Apr 2026 The Government has said it will go ahead with restrictions on social media for kids(Image: Western...Read More

[ad_1] B.C. is inching closer to a ban on social media for kids, after the Manitoba government announced it was pushing forward on the idea over the weekend. Attorney General Niki Sharma said she’ll be reaching out to Manitoba to get more details, and preparing British Columbia to move on the issue if Ottawa fails...Read More

[ad_1] But are we protecting them or are we getting used to shrinking their space? Adult concern is not unfounded. I have taken part in several child rights and protection programs run by non-governmental organizations in Vietnam, studying the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, a document that does more than call...Read More

[ad_1] Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it’s investigating the financials of Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, ‘The A Word’, which shines a light on the American women...Read More

[ad_1] Three health stories are converging with a common thread: The power of prevention. CLEVELAND — When heart care comes to you, lives are saved For people living in rural and semi-rural communities, getting specialized medical care often means long drives, delayed diagnoses and worse outcomes. A new study is putting hard numbers behind what many...Read More

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[ad_1] BIRMINGHAM, Alabama (WVTM) — A Tuscaloosa County teenager is going viral while he fights for access to care he believes could save his life — and he hopes his plea can also help others facing the same battle. Fifteen-year-old Will Roberts told WVTM 13 he has been battling stage four osteosarcoma for nearly a...Read More

[ad_1] MONTGOMERY, Ala. (CN) — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Tuesday that the state has reached a first-of-its kind settlement with Roblox Corporation that will force the popular online gaming platform to roll out major new protections for children, while paying up to $12.2 million. “This is about is the young people that stand...Read More

[ad_1] EASTON, Md. – An undercover operation targeting child predators led to the arrest of three men. 44-year-old Jason Towers of Denton, 27-year-old Selvin Miranda-Miranda of Chester and 26-year-old Andrew Jenkins were arrested as a result of the operation and were charged with one count of Sexual Solicitation of a Minor. According to the Talbot...Read More

[ad_1] By Anash.org reporter A New York City Council bill to protect children from harassment outside schools was vetoed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani after falling four votes short of the support needed to override him. Two of those no votes came from Councilmembers Crystal Hudson and Rita Joseph, whose districts include Crown Heights and Southern...Read More

[ad_1] April 27, 2026 — 10:30pm Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA Two-thirds of childcare workers have completed new mandatory child safety training as the government cracks down on the sector following a spate of abuse cases in centres around the...Read More

[ad_1] OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – An Omaha man who has been a registered sex offender since 1987 was arrested Friday after police said he broke into a home, got naked, entered a sleeping child’s room, and pinned the child down. Lavern Scott, 65, appeared in court Monday and is charged with attempted class 2 felony,...Read More

[ad_1] COVINGTON, La. (WVUE) – Covington Police say child predator arrests are on the rise in the first 3½ months of 2026. A special victims unit is yielding big results, but parents are urged to do more. In St Tammany Parish, crimes against juveniles have prompted an expansion of the Child Advocacy Center. The CAC’s...Read More

[ad_1] Chief Insp Frempong Ferguson Ayeh is Station Officer at the Akyem Oda Police Division Ghana has introduced stricter child road safety measures following the passage of the Road Traffic (Amendment) Act 2025, which significantly raises the minimum age for children allowed to sit in the front seat of vehicles. In a video shared on...Read More

[ad_1] MARYLAND – An undercover operation targeting child predators led to the arrests of three Maryland men in April, according to the Talbot County’s Sheriff’s Office.  Police say starting the week of April 12, the operation targeted predators who were sexually exploiting children online. They say the men arrested were talking to children online in...Read More

[ad_1] Stephen McLean, of Sunderland, tried to meet the child for sexual activity and exploited her into make a sickening advert with a price list 02:00, 28 Apr 2026 Stephen McLean A depraved online predator got a vulnerable young girl to advertise herself for sex while exploiting and abusing her online. The girl, who has...Read More

[ad_1]   The annual “Think Child Safety” event will be held this Saturday, May 2 at Love Civic Center rain or shine. Events will include safety education for school age and younger, vendors promoting safety, a helicopter, firetrucks a  Jaws of Life demonstration, free hotdogs and much more. Children are also taught to recognize the...Read More

[ad_1] A convicted sex offender faces charges of kidnapping, sexual assault and indecent exposure in multiple cases in Palm Beach County, and the Broward Sheriff’s Office said there may be more victims. Verwayne Alexander, 64, of Fort Lauderdale, was arrested in Palm Beach County on April 2 on one count of sexual assault, one count...Read More

[ad_1] House lawmakers in Pennsylvania on Monday passed legislation aimed at creating statewide standards for social media literacy, seeking to teach students about both the benefits and risks of using digital platforms and smartphones.The bill does not mandate a specific curriculum but directs the Pennsylvania State Board of Education to develop materials that help students...Read More

[ad_1] Three people have been arrested in an undercover operation in Talbot County that targeted child predators. This operation, led by the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office began the week of April 12 and targeted predators who were sexually exploiting children online. Each of the three arrested engaged in harmful communications with undercover officers who believed...Read More

[ad_1] OCALA, Fla. (WCJB/Gray News) – Two 18-year-olds in Florida were arrested after driving a lawn mower into a Target store for a prank video, authorities said. Janek Szkaradek, 18, was arrested after driving a lawn mower through a Target store on Southwest College Road on Saturday, damaging a door. Luke Charske, also 18, recorded...Read More

[ad_1] (TNND) — California lawmakers are moving forward with a bill that could effectively ban social media accounts for kids under 16 in the nation’s most populous state. The bill, AB-1709, is specifically designed to keep children off platforms featuring “addictive features,” such as notifications, endless scrolls and autoplay that are core parts of popular...Read More

[ad_1] Streaming giants and gaming platforms have emerged as the unlikely winners of the Albanese government’s under-16 social media age ban, capitalising on a forced pivot in how hundreds of millions of dollars in taxpayer advertising is deployed. With the government locked out of using traditional social media to reach the critical demographic, officials are...Read More

[ad_1] TAMARAC, Fla. (WKRC) – A teacher allegedly convinced children to send him explicit images of themselves on multiple platforms, including a social media platform and a children’s computer game. According to a federal criminal complaint obtained by local outlet WPLG, the South Florida Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force received a tip in December...Read More

[ad_1] Most children in Australia still use restricted social media platforms despite the ban for under-16s, according to a major new survey that raises questions about the effectiveness of the legal measure. About two thirds of Australian 12 to 15-year-olds who used social media before the ban came into force last December still had access...Read More

[ad_1] ‘What I am hoping to get out of this is that we don’t have a tragedy, and we make things better,’ says trustee in calling for a review of incidents The Simcoe County District School Board has voted down a trustee’s request for an independent review of a union’s allegation there are “thousands” of...Read More

[ad_1] Listen to this article Estimated 1 minute The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Manitoba’s education minister says the government may first turn to schools to ban children from using social media accounts and...Read More

[ad_1] MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) – Did you know that there is no exception for teens who willingly take or distribute sexually explicit photos of themselves? The Montgomery County district attorney’s office says anyone found sending or receiving inappropriate images of a minor — including images of the sender — could be prosecuted under the state’s...Read More

[ad_1] COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – New child passenger safety laws officially took effect across Michigan this month, aiming to combat vehicle crashes, the leading cause of death for young children. The updated regulations require strict adherence to manufacturer weight and height limits, mandating that infants remain in rear-facing seats until age two and transition to...Read More

[ad_1] European Union regulators on Thursday started an investigation into child protection safeguards at Snap, the latest in a series of cases worldwide challenging social media platforms over safety for younger users. Officials in Brussels accused Snap of having an ineffective age-verification system to keep children under the age of 13 off the company’s social...Read More

[ad_1] Using the username “maps.syb,” he contacted at least six identified minor victims and attempted to reach additional children. INDIANAPOLIS – Bobby Cyprus Linhart, 24, of Greenfield, Indiana has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release, after pleading guilty to one count of coercion and enticement of...Read More

[ad_1] OCALA, Fla. – Two teens were accused of disorderly conduct after driving a lawnmower through a Target store for a social media stunt on Saturday, the Ocala Police Department said. The police department said one teen drove a lawnmower through the Target store on SW College Road, damaging a door, and the other recorded...Read More

[ad_1] Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain will meet on Thursday with officials from several American social media companies as his government considers introducing new rules to protect children online, his office said Wednesday. The meeting at No. 10 Downing Street will include officials from Meta, Snap, Google, TikTok and X, the prime minister’s office...Read More

[ad_1] Australia became the first country to impose a social media ban for kids, but in Canada, Manitoba is already on its way to introducing the same policy. The province is expected to restrict AI chatbot access for children. Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew announced the proposal during a fundraiser event and on social media, framing...Read More

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[ad_1] The Government of Manitoba plans to ban social media and AI chatbots for youth. As reported by CBC News, Premier Wab Kinew made the announcement at a fundraising gala in Winnipeg over the weekend. At the event, Kinew criticized social media platforms for attempting to get kids “addicted” to them. “They’re doing these very awful...Read More

[ad_1] Prior research has shown Black teens are more likely than their peers to use nearly every social media platform, particularly TikTok. A former report from Pew Research Center found nearly nine out of every ten Black teens use the video-sharing platform, and over a third of Black teens say they use the app constantly...Read More

[ad_1] A teenager poses holding a mobile phone displaying a message from TikTok as law banning social media for users under 16 in Australia takes effect, in Sydney, Australia, Dec. 10, 2025. Reuters-Yonhap SYDNEY — Australia’s internet regulator on Wednesday asked online gaming platforms including Roblox and Microsoft’s Minecraft to spell out how they were...Read More

[ad_1] TAMARAC, Fla. (WKRC) – A teacher allegedly convinced children to send him explicit images of themselves on multiple platforms, including a social media platform and a children’s computer game. According to a federal criminal complaint obtained by local outlet WPLG, the South Florida Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force received a tip in December...Read More

[ad_1] This social media stunt just didn’t cut it. Two idiotic teenagers have been arrested for riding a lawn mower through a Florida Target for a viral social media video. Wild cellphone footage shows a teen — identified as Janek Szkaradek, 18 — wearing denim overalls and a straw hat on Saturday afternoon as he...Read More

[ad_1] Dear Parents and Guardians, As we approach the end of the school year, I want to take a moment to address an issue that has become increasingly concerning across our high school campuses. Recently, an incident involving four students at one of our high schools significantly disrupted the campus environment, created unnecessary fear among...Read More

[ad_1] Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew announced a youth ban on social media and AI chatbots Saturday, mirroring Australia’s under-16 law and forcing platforms to verify ages province-wide. The policy drops at the NDP spring dinner. Manitoba pioneers in Canada. No age specified, no enforcement details, no timeline. Platforms face fines like Australia’s $48.8 million cap....Read More

[ad_1] The Ocala Police Department arrested two teens after they filmed reckless social media stunts that caused damage and raised safety concerns at a Target on Saturday. Authorities say 18-year-old Janek Szkaradek drove a lawnmower through a Target store on SW College Road, damaging a door, while 18-year-old Luke Charske recorded the incident. The night...Read More

[ad_1] April 24, 2026Updated April 26, 2026, 10:46 a.m. ET A group of siblings who filed suit against Michael Jackson’s estate on allegations of child sex trafficking are sharing new details of their abuse claims against the late pop icon. In an interview with The New York Times published April 24, Edward, Dominic and Aldo...Read More

[ad_1] OCALA, Fla. — Two 18-year-olds have been arrested after allegedly carrying out and filming a series of disruptive social media stunts at businesses, according to the Ocala Police Department. Police reported that the latest incident occurred on Saturday at a Target store on Southwest College Road, where a teen drove a lawnmower through the...Read More

[ad_1] PRESS REVIEW – Monday, April 27: Michael Jackson’s biopic is enjoying a strong debut, despite numerous sexual abuse accusations. But first: papers discuss conspiracy theories following the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner shooting. Plus: in some good news, a chubby sea lion has won the hearts of San Francisco locals and a German nun discovers the...Read More

[ad_1] WASHINGTON (7News) — There’s a growing social media trend targeting young men and even teen boys — and experts say it could be taking a serious toll on their mental health. It’s called “looksmaxxing.” The term refers to trying to “maximize” your appearance — sometimes through basic grooming, skincare, or fitness, but in more...Read More

[ad_1] SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) – A Chicopee sex offender is back behind bars, arrested while wearing a GPS ankle monitor and serving probation. 47-year-old Edgar Delvalle was arraigned Tuesday after being arrested late last week at a West Springfield motel on charges that investigators say involve the attempted exploitation of two young children. He was...Read More

[ad_1] Australia’s Teen Social Media Ban Isn’t Perfect. But It’s Helping Analog Families. – Christianity Today Skip to content addApple PodcastsDown ArrowDown ArrowDown Arrowarrow_left_altLeft ArrowLeft ArrowRight ArrowRight ArrowRight Arrowarrow_up_altUp ArrowUp ArrowAvailable at Amazoncaret-downCloseCloseellipseEmailEmailExpandExpandExternalExternalFacebookfacebook-squarefolderGiftGiftGooglegoogleGoogle KeephamburgerInstagraminstagram-squareLinkLinklinkedin-squareListenListenListenChristianity TodayCT Creative Studio Logologo_orgMegaphonepausePinterestPlayPlayPocketPodcastprintremoveSaveSavesaveSearchSearchsearchSpotifyStitcherTelegramTable of ContentsTable of Contentstwitter-squareWhatsAppXYouTubeYouTube [ad_2] Source link ——————————————————– Click Here For The Original Source.Read More

[ad_1] This week parliament will attempt to conclude legislation allowing the government to ban young people from social media. It’s taken weeks of ‘ping-pong’ to land on the specific form that these restrictions will take, and there has been no shortage of ideas. Tory peer Lord Nash’s proposals would introduce a blanket ban on all social...Read More

[ad_1] According to a survey by the zoomer-focused market research company YouthInsight along with the Molly Rose Foundation, a teen focused tech accountability group, teens are easily bypassing Australia’s ban on social media use for kids under 16. Put simply, the survey says the ban just isn’t keeping the majority of the relevant cohort of...Read More

[ad_1] Australia was the first to act, banning people under 16 from 10 major platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube last December. Greece has since announced a ban for under-15s, set to take effect in January 2027, and France has proposed a similar law for the same age group. Other European countries, including Spain,...Read More

[ad_1] Banning children under 16 from social media would ‘deprive them of the benefits’ associated with the platforms, the Youth Council of Ireland has argued.  Last year, Australia became the first country in the world to ban children from social media platforms, including Tiktok, X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat and Threads.  Announcing the ban, Prime...Read More

[ad_1] There has been an uptick of violence among students recently. Dear Editor,   The non-stop epidemic of violence which is mainly plaguing secondary schools in Jamaica should be seen as a major social problem which needs urgent attention. Indeed, it goes without saying that schools are educational institutions of learning and change agents of...Read More

[ad_1] A Canadian province could become the first jurisdiction in the country to not only ban children from social media but also from AI chatbots. A Canadian flag flies in front of the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. (REUTERS) That measure was announced by the Premier of Manitoba Wab Kinew, as he said,...Read More

[ad_1] Most children in Australia still use restricted social media platforms despite the ban for under-16s, according to a major new survey that raises questions about the effectiveness of the legal measure. About two thirds of Australian 12 to 15-year-olds who used social media before the ban came into force last December still had access...Read More

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[ad_1] article MARION COUNTY, Fla. – The Ocala Police Department arrested two teens after they filmed reckless social media stunts that caused damage and raised safety concerns at a Target on Saturday. Authorities say 18-year-old Janek Szkaradek drove a lawnmower through a Target store on SW College Road, damaging a door, while 18-year-old Luke Charske...Read More

[ad_1] Manitoba could be the first province in Canada to establish a social media ban for kids, but the proposal’s details aren’t very clear yet. The province’s premier, Wab Kinew, announced during a fundraiser event on Saturday and on X that Manitoba would put in place a ban for social media and AI chatbots for...Read More

[ad_1] Some Manitoba youth say an outright ban on social media and artificial-intelligence chatbot use for youth may be a step too far after Premier Wab Kinew announced the province’s intention to restrict children and teens from accessing them. Kinew floated the first-in-Canada ban at a fundraising event in Winnipeg on Saturday, saying the proposed...Read More

[ad_1] Manitoba could soon be the first province in Canada to ban social media, including AI chatbots, for youth, Premier Wab Kinew said this weekend. Kinew’s announcement at an NDP fundraiser in Winnipeg comes as other provinces and the federal government are considering whether to implement similar restrictions. “As your premier, my most sacred responsibility...Read More

[ad_1] Australia’s landmark under-16 social media ban is already under pressure, with new data showing most teens are still online. From Face ID tricks to VPNs, young users are sidestepping restrictions, raising serious questions about whether such policies can actually protect mental health or simply push behaviour underground. In a first-of-its-kind move, Australia banned social...Read More

[ad_1] An adolescent boy came into my office a couple of years ago and said, “I’ve been talking with this girl.” He had a big grin on his face, which opened up the door to many interpretations on my part. He proceeded to say that she had sent him “some pictures,” and his smile continued....Read More

[ad_1] Two teens were arrested Saturday following the release of a video showing one of them driving a lawn mower inside a Target store, according to the Ocala Police Department.Police say 18-year-old Janek Szkaradek arrived at the Target store on Southwest College Road, unloaded a lawn mower from a trailer, and drove it through the...Read More

[ad_1] Former Maroon 5 bassist Mickey Madden’s wife, Kate Bowman, claims the rocker sexted teenagers and attacked her after she confronted him about it. Bowman alleged that an unknown person warned her about the musician’s alleged communications about “rape fantasy” with minors on July 21, per court documents obtained by TMZ Thursday. She claimed Madden...Read More

[ad_1] OCALA, Fla – Two 18-year-olds are facing criminal charges after a pair of social media stunts caused property damage and endangered people at two businesses on SW College Road. Janek Szkaradek and Luke Charske were arrested for disorderly conduct following an incident Saturday in which Szkaradek drove a lawnmower through the Target store on...Read More

[ad_1] BURRILLVILLE – School is back in session this week after spring break. The popular Bus Stop Kids cartoon characters remind kids and students about their bus stop, school bus, bus crossings and pedestrian safety throughout the school year to try to keep them safer. There are many potential hazards for children heading out to...Read More

[ad_1] Child advocates are praising the Manitoba government for announcing its intention to ban the use of social media and artificial intelligence chatbots for youths. Premier Wab Kinew told a crowd at a party event Saturday night the NDP government will move to restrict children from using social media accounts and artificial intelligence chatbots. The...Read More

[ad_1] Listen to this article Estimated 5 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Some Manitoba youth say an outright ban on social media and artificial-intelligence chatbot use for youth may be a step...Read More

[ad_1] Three men are facing serious charges after a child predator sting operation in Sandy Springs, according to the Sandy Springs Police Department. Police say the operation, carried out over several days, was designed to target individuals attempting to exploit minors. Investigators say the suspects traveled to Sandy Springs believing they were meeting a 15-year-old...Read More

[ad_1] Listen to this article Estimated 5 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Some Manitoba youth say an outright ban on social media and artificial-intelligence chatbot use for youth may be a step...Read More

[ad_1] MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) – The Monongalia County Child Advocacy Center (MCCAC) held a free child safety event in Morgantown. The ‘Raise Your Shields’ event taught children and their families how to protect themselves from unsafe and abusive situations. The event was highlighted by author Diane Tarantini’s reading of her book, “The Brave Knight.” The...Read More

[ad_1] ALGER COUNTY, Mich. (WLUC) – An undercover operation in Alger County resulted in the arrest of two people for charges related to child sexually abusive material. A press release from the Alger County Sheriff’s Office says on March 13, an undercover operation designed to target child predators through online chat rooms resulted in the...Read More

[ad_1] If you need help with the Public File, call (407) 291-6000 At WKMG, we are committed to informing and delighting our audience. In our commitment to covering our communities with innovation and excellence, we incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to enhance our news gathering, reporting, and presentation processes. Read our article to see how...Read More

[ad_1] JOHNSON COUNTY, Ind. (WRTV) — Nineteen people were arrested during a three-day operation targeting online child predators in Johnson County. The suspects were charged with child solicitation and related offenses, according to police. The operation is part of ongoing efforts that began in 2019 to identify and arrest individuals who use the internet to...Read More

[ad_1] Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibilityFlorida teens face criminal charges for social media stunts at Target, Culver’s Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:43:45 GMT (1777243425731) Gallery – News3 v1.0.0 (common) 208d5fad31d2d1dcd36b5d0f34a8320e9d747ab2 Fallback Presentation. Using deprecated PresentationRouter. Skip to main content [ad_2] Source link ——————————————————– Click Here For The Original Source.Read More

[ad_1] Tory peer Lord Nash will lead another push to force ministers to commit to an Australia-style ban within a year, after MPs rejected the proposal less than two weeks ago Ellen Roome with her 14-year-old son Jools Sweeney, who she believes died after a social media challenge went wrong(Image: PA) Peers are gearing up...Read More

[ad_1] Two Florida teens were arrested after authorities say they filmed a social media stunt involving a lawnmower inside a Target, causing damage and leading to disorderly conduct charges. OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Two Florida teens were arrested after authorities say one of them drove a lawnmower through a Target store while the other recorded...Read More

[ad_1] Video above: See the week’s top headlines in Tampa Bay HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — A registered sexual predator is back behind bars following new allegations that he molested a 13-year-old, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said. Keith Leroy Cole, 46, is believed to have had “inappropriate physical contact” with the teen while he...Read More

[ad_1] OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) -Two 18-year-olds were arrested on Saturday for disorderly conduct after filming a social media stunt in multiple chain stores in Ocala. Janek Szkaradek, 18, was arrested after driving a lawnmower through the Target store on SW College Road on Saturday, damaging a door. Luke Charske, also 18, recorded the stunt. The...Read More

[ad_1] PEARLAND, Texas – A Pearland mother says she’s facing a difficult and costly dilemma: pay hundreds of dollars for her son’s school bus transportation—or find another way to get him to school, despite what she believes are unsafe walking conditions. Ongoing dispute over growing fees The parent, Francesca, says she has been disputing the...Read More

[ad_1] Police allegedly found evidence of the crime in Billie Tadlock’s possession. SWANSEA, Ill. — Illinois police arrested a man they believe was handing out porn to minors near a park, the Swansea Police Department said on Thursday. Officers with the department responded to the scene near Melvin Price Memorial Park on April 10 after...Read More

[ad_1] OCALA, Fla. (CBS12) — A leaf blower stunt at Culver’s and a lawnmower driving into Target led to two Florida teens’ arrests for social media-fueled incidents, police say. Officers with the Ocala Police Department say Janek Szkaradek and Luke Charske were taken into custody for the incidents on Saturday. On Friday, Szkaradek reportedly caused...Read More

[ad_1] Los Angeles, California – 17 years after his death, Michael Jackson is once again the talk of the town: as his biopic rolls into theaters, shocking new allegations are being made against the King of Pop. Michael Jackson died in June 2009 at the age of 50.  © dpa/dpaweb | epa Francis Four siblings from New...Read More

[ad_1] The Bury North MP will bring together national experts, campaigners and young people for a two-hour discussion on Thursday, April 30, from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. The event is open to constituents from across Bury North and aims to give local families a direct say as the Government considers tighter rules on children’s online lives....Read More

[ad_1] SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Three men were arrested after police say they traveled to Sandy Springs believing they were meeting a 15-year-old for sex. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Instead, officers were waiting. The Sandy Springs Police Department says the arrests happened during a proactive child predator sting. Authorities...Read More

[ad_1] YouTube, TikTok and Snapchat – they’re just a few of the banned social media sites for Australian teenagers under 16. But while the push to protect young people from too much screen time continues, a major Adelaide University study shows that a balanced approach to social media might not be so bad. In new...Read More

[ad_1] Tommy Whiteman of the Houston Astros poses during Media Day on February 25, 2003 at Osceola County Stadium in Kissimmee, Florida. Whiteman retired in 2006 and is now under scrutiny for coaching youth baseball as a registered sex offender.  Rick Stewart/Getty Images/Social Override The Texas Home Educators Sports Association (THESA) thought it could get away...Read More

[ad_1] Key Takeaways • Teens use social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat to connect with friends, share interests, and entertain themselves.• Many teens spend too much time on TikTok, which can hurt their sleep and productivity.• Parents can help by monitoring screen time and stepping in if social media use affects their child’s...Read More

[ad_1] In just two years, Niagara Police has recorded a 51 percent increase in referrals from Canada’s national database tracking online child exploitation and luring, resulting in a 133 percent increase in criminal charges against those looking to exploit an online generation. The Operational Child Sexual Exploitation Analysis Network (OCEAN) sent 376 referrals to the...Read More

[ad_1] article MARION COUNTY, Fla. – The Ocala Police Department arrested two teens after they filmed reckless social media stunts that caused damage and raised safety concerns at a Target on Saturday. Authorities say 18-year-old Janek Szkaradek drove a lawnmower through a Target store on SW College Road, damaging a door, while 18-year-old Luke Charske...Read More

[ad_1] By Canadian Press on April 25, 2026. Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew speaks with reporters before the First Ministers Meeting in Ottawa, Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is planning to ban children from using social media and artificial intelligence chatbots. Premier Wab Kinew announced the policy at...Read More

[ad_1] Dear Neighbors, We are in the last month of session and there are a lot of things I wish were accomplished by now. We have bills ready to reduce gun violence, save HCMC, increase housing affordability, and so much more. Unfortunately, it is difficult coming to agreements on these critical issues when we are...Read More

[ad_1] New washing machines will soon be required to have a dual start function to make it harder for children to turn them on, following a fatal accident in New Zealand. From July 1, washing machines will take twice as long to turn on, requiring a two-step process to start the appliance for enhanced safety...Read More

[ad_1] TAMARAC, Fla. (WKRC) – A teacher allegedly convinced children to send him explicit images of themselves on multiple platforms, including a social media platform and a children’s computer game. According to a federal criminal complaint obtained by local outlet WPLG, the South Florida Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force received a tip in December...Read More

[ad_1] Australia’s world-first attempt to block kids under 16 from social media is not going according to plan. According to a new report by Fortune, young users are already punching holes in the system faster than regulators can patch them. The ban launched in December 2025, requiring platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat to confirm...Read More

[ad_1] BOSTON — New polling results show strong support among voters for legislation restricting social media use among kids and teens. The Bay State poll released Thursday and conducted by The University of New Hampshire Survey Center found 72% of respondents in Massachusetts either somewhat or strongly support legislation banning social media use for all...Read More

[ad_1] Social media ban coming Steve Lambert, The Canadian Press – Apr 25, 2026 / 7:20 pm | Story: 611028 Photo: The Canadian Press Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew speaks with reporters before the First Ministers Meeting in Ottawa, Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld The Manitoba government is planning to ban children from...Read More

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[ad_1] When the British drama Adolescence hit screens in March of this year, it became an instant watercooler hit, attracting record numbers of viewers and eventually scooping eight Emmy Awards. Perhaps more importantly, the chilling miniseries — about a 13-year-old who murders a classmate after being exposed to and influenced by online hate groups —...Read More

[ad_1] Illustrative photo. Recently, during a group discussion on socio-economic issues, Nguyen Thi Mai Thoa, a member of the NA’s Committee for Culture and Society, expressed concern about children being exposed to harm online through online abduction, violence, and cyberbullying. She noted that not all parents have enough time to monitor their children’s use of...Read More

[ad_1] A new secured double-entry in July 2025 at Edwardsville High School.  Courtesy Edwardsville District 7 The Edwardsville District 7 school board is setting new priorities for the 2026-27 school year as early discussions reveal a divide over how the district should approach student safety. At a special April 20 work session, interim Superintendent Allen Duncan...Read More

[ad_1] WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government will move to ban children from using social media accounts and artificial intelligence chatbots, Premier Wab Kinew told fellow New Democrats on Saturday night. Kinew told some 900 people at a party fundraiser that the province plans to protect kids from technology platforms that he says hurt their development....Read More

[ad_1] For years, the narrative surrounding teenagers’ use of digital technology has been one of alarm. Time spent scrolling through TikTok or playing video games is widely seen to be driving the current crisis in youth mental health, fuelling rising rates of anxiety and depression. But our recent study suggests that this simple story of...Read More

[ad_1] The Manitoba government will move to ban children from using social media accounts and artificial intelligence chatbots, Premier Wab Kinew told fellow New Democrats on Saturday night. Kinew told some 900 people at a party fundraiser that the province plans to protect kids from technology platforms that he says hurt their development. “These tools...Read More

[ad_1] LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. — Social media has become a vital part of teenage culture with popular apps like TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat being used by teenagers daily. But how do these apps influence the way that teens view their romantic relationships in real life? Being able to highlight the best parts of your life...Read More

[ad_1] April 11, 2017Updated April 26, 2017, 5:35 p.m. MT DENVER – A teen-sexting law that has befuddled Colorado lawmakers for years appeared Wednesday to be moving closer to reality after lawmakers in the legislature’s lower house passed it unanimously, sending it to the Senate. The measure to create several new crimes for juvenile sexting...Read More

[ad_1] This story was originally published on Social Media Today. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Social Media Today newsletter. Turkey is the latest country to implement teen social media restrictions, with lawmakers passing a bill that will restrict access to social media platforms for children under 15. As reported...Read More

[ad_1] After Justin Folley – a now-former teacher at Moffat County High School in northwest Colorado – was found not guilty of sexting with a student, we learned of a gap in Colorado law. Turns out that an adult sexting a kid who is 15, 16 or 17-years-old is legal. When an adult teacher has...Read More

[ad_1] Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Manitoba will ban youth from using social media and AI chatbots, Premier Wab Kinew announced on Saturday. The proposed law...Read More

[ad_1] Sexting, research shows, is just something that teens do—it may even be the new “normal.” Although bringing its own dangers (including potential prosecution for producing, distributing or possessing child pornography), it makes sense as an expression of teens’ curiosity about sexuality in a technologically mediated society. Still, it’s surprising and a little bit disconcerting...Read More

[ad_1] If you think teen sexting is just a “phase” or something that happens occasionally, new research suggests it’s much more widespread, and riskier than you’d already assume. In a recent U.S. study, researchers from Florida Atlantic University and the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire teamed up to survey 3,466 adolescents ages 13 to 17 about...Read More

[ad_1] On the day that the heavily promoted and controversial Michael biopic debuts, more accusations of sexual misconduct and inappropriate encounters with young boys and a young girl have emerged against the deceased self-declared King of Pop. Claiming that Michael Jackson was “constantly under the influence of drugs and frequently intoxicated,” a February lawsuit from...Read More

[ad_1] PHOENIX – Your child’s new hobby could become a school safety concern. 3D printing has become common among children, with YouTube tutorials on how to craft everything from pencil holders to shoes out of thermoplastics. However, some kids are using the printers to make weapons that can elude metal detectors, and that’s creating an...Read More

[ad_1] Years after DNA evidence linked a 1991 killing and a 1993 rape in Massachusetts, forensic genetic genealogy helped investigators identify the man authorities say was responsible for both cold cases. Evidence from the killing of Cherie Bishop in 1991 and the rape of Donna Bell in 1993 was uploaded to the Combined DNA Index...Read More

[ad_1] A 70-year-old man has been given an Order of Lifelong Restriction (OLR) and a custodial sentence of seven years after being convicted of non-recent sexual offences. Russell Pender’s crimes took place at various locations in Edinburgh, Midlothian and Fife between 1972 and 2021. He was found guilty of a number of serious sexual offences,...Read More

[ad_1] On April 24, the Department of Justice announced that it has filed a denaturalization action in the Southern District of New York against Hassan Sherjil Khan, a native of Pakistan. Starting in 2007 or 2008, Khan began communicating online with an 11-year-old girl (the Victim). Until 2013, Khan, knowing that Victim was barely in her...Read More

[ad_1] CONCORD, N.H. — After heated floor debates and a failed motion to table, the New Hampshire House of Representatives passed a bill that would prevent sex offenders from loitering around schools and child care facilities. In a voice vote, the House voted “ought to pass” on Senate Bill 460, which would alter the state’s...Read More

[ad_1] Social media is boosting physical book sales, say experts When was the last time you picked up a book for fun? Today might be a good day because it’s World Book and Copyright Day.  UNESCO designated April 23 as a day to celebrate book lovers and recognize the power of books to connect generations...Read More

[ad_1] Know the Apps, Protect Your Kids Children and teens now use more apps and online platforms than ever. While many support creativity, learning, and connection, others may expose young users to cyberbullying, inappropriate content, privacy risks, or contact with strangers. Safer Internet Day highlights that awareness, rather than fear, is key to keeping children...Read More

[ad_1] Hello! I’m Fortesa Latifi, a senior writer at Yahoo, and my first book, Like, Follow, Subscribe, about the child influencer industry, comes out on April 7. To celebrate the publication of my book, I’m launching a limited-run column to answer your burning questions about the ins-and-outs of this world.  Last week, I wrote about...Read More

[ad_1] Key Points School safety program faces bipartisan criticism House members failed to pass a reform bill on April 20 Opponents says bill is intended to help one contractor A GOP bill attempting to resolve issues with a school safety program facing bipartisan criticism has attracted new opposition from Republicans during its run through the...Read More

[ad_1] Hands holding smartphones. Social media chat concept. Flat style vector illustration. () ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Aaron Brown is a columnist for the Minnesota Star Tribune Editorial Board. One of the most powerful addictions of our times is also one of the most vexing to treat. After all, there’s a good chance you’re on this...Read More

[ad_1] MORE ON THE STORMS COMING UP IN WEATHERWATCH 12. >> THANK YOU. MARK. AN ONLINE NETWORK OF VIOLENT PREDATORS IS RECRUITING YOUNG CHILDREN AND TEENAGERS, GAINING THEIR TRUST AND ENCOURAGING THEM TO PARTICIPATE IN EXTREME ACTS OF VIOLENCE. >> TONIGHT, THE TOP FBI OFFICIAL IN MILWAUKEE HAS A NEW WARNING FOR PARENTS AND INVESTIGATIVE...Read More

[ad_1] SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – Georgia is looking to put new limits on how kids 14 and under use social media. State lawmakers say one of their major concerns is how addictive these platforms are, especially for kids. Tuesday Georgia lawmakers met to introduce a bill that would require social media companies to use age...Read More

[ad_1] A 16-year-old was fatally shot in this parking lot at Hartsell Park in Concord on Thursday, April 23, 2026, police said. Another 16-year-old was hospitalized. Street View image from November 2022. © 2026 Google A teen suspect in Thursday’s fatal shooting at a public park in Concord arranged on social media to buy an...Read More

[ad_1] Jesse Hinckley, MD, PhD, a child and adolescent psychiatrist at HCA Healthcare’s Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, recently joined the American Medical Association to discuss the impact social media has on today’s youth. Read the full article, originally published on the American Medical Association’s website, below. Many people enjoy staying connected on social media platforms such as...Read More

[ad_1] CONCORD, N.C. (WBTV) – A teen suspect was arrested after police say a social media meetup turned into a deadly shooting at a public park in Cabarrus County, leaving one 16-year-old dead and another seriously injured. Police said Yanixan Arellanes Silva, 17, met the two victims around 5:25 p.m. Thursday in a parking lot...Read More

[ad_1] If teenagers have a will, they will find a way. In the days following Australia’s social media ban for children under 16, the country’s teenagers immediately worked to circumvent the restrictions on the platforms, which included age verification steps, account renewal, and prevention of registration from underage users. Evelyn, a 14-year-old in New South...Read More

[ad_1] In an internet where you’re more likely to interact with bots than actual humans online, while children become more technologically savvy everyday and can navigate phones better than they can bikes, social media platforms are looking for ways to balance keeping people’s privacy top of mind while ensuring the safety of their underage users....Read More

[ad_1] Submitted information Clark County Retired Teachers heard from Tiffany Barnes, development coordinator of the Percy and Donna Malone Child Safety Center, in their April meeting. Barnes explained many things about the role that the Malone center plays in helping abused children from ages 3 to 17. The...Read More

[ad_1] A recent nationwide study by POED (Pancyprian Organization of Greek Teachers) presents a troubling picture of school life in Cyprus, based on responses from 1,017 primary education teachers. Nearly all participants, 95%, report that incidents involving student violence and misconduct have increased. More than half of teachers, 55%, say they do not consistently feel...Read More

[ad_1] Content notification on self-harm, child sexual abuse and exploitation The Canadian federal government is reportedly concerned about the extent to which violent extremists, white nationalists, and pedophiles are using Roblox and other online platforms to target and recruit children. The report comes from publication The Logic, obtained a December 2025 Public Safety Canada (PSC)...Read More

[ad_1] ATLANTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Three men were arrested during a recent child predator sting operation in Sandy Springs, Georgia, the city’s police department said. Officers reportedly posed as a 15-year-old who agreed to sex in exchange for money. The three men traveled to Sandy Springs, where they were arrested. The men were identified as...Read More

[ad_1] In the days following Australia’s social media ban for children under 16, the country’s teenagers immediately worked to circumvent the restrictions on the platforms, which included age verification steps, account renewal, and prevention of registration from underage users.  Evelyn, a 14-year-old in New South Wales, told The Washington Post in December 2025, just before...Read More

[ad_1] New polling results show strong support among voters for legislation restricting social media use among kids and teens. The Bay State Poll released Thursday and conducted by The University of New Hampshire Survey Center found 72% of respondents either somewhat or strongly support legislation banning social media use for all kids under 14 and...Read More

[ad_1] BEIJING, April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Walnut Coding (the “Company”), a leading online coding education platform for young learners in China, has been selected by UNICEF as a featured case study under the framework How Chinese Technology Companies Apply Principles of Responsible Innovation for Children and Child Safety by Design. The case study was...Read More

[ad_1] A former Houston Astros prospect spent the past few years as a youth baseball instructor and coach in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. That work is now under scrutiny because of a 2010 criminal charge.  Tommy Whiteman, 46, was a sixth-round pick by the Astros in the 2000 MLB Draft. He then played seven years of...Read More

[ad_1] Just one day after the much-anticipated Michael Jackson biopic Michael began its theatrical run with robust early box office numbers, the late pop icon’s estate is confronting fresh legal challenges. A family long regarded as Jackson’s “second family” has now filed a lawsuit accusing him of sexually abusing four of their children over several...Read More

[ad_1] Frustrated with what they describe as a lack of accountability from social media companies, two California state lawmakers have introduced a bill that would clear a legal pathway for them to face lawsuits in the state for failing to detect or remove child sexual abuse material on their websites and apps. Assembly members Maggy...Read More

[ad_1] Republished from The Labari Journal In late 2025, Australia decided to push back against social media companies. On 10th December 2025, anyone under 16 in Australia was prohibited from keeping or making accounts on social media apps like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, X, and Facebook. Social media companies had to enforce this ban or face up...Read More

[ad_1] Questions have been swirling lately about children’s safety on online platforms, including Roblox — a popular game among youth — being singled out as potentially unsafe. This month, Roblox said it would implement protections for its young users and pay the state of Nevada a $12-million US settlement, which will be used to create...Read More

[ad_1] Social media sites are among the leading places not only for networking and fun but also for bullying. According to a Bitdefender study (”Teens and online Threats, December 2017), three out of 10 US teens say they were bullied or assaulted online, at least one time. While half of them say they have friends...Read More

[ad_1] (TNND) — California lawmakers are moving forward with a bill that could effectively ban social media accounts for kids under 16 in the nation’s most populous state. The bill, AB-1709, is specifically designed to keep children off platforms featuring “addictive features,” such as notifications, endless scrolls and autoplay that are core parts of popular...Read More

[ad_1] Beijing (AFP) – China’s top sports authority said on Wednesday it was investigating “malicious” online attacks against teenage diving sensation Quan Hongchan. Issued on: 08/04/2026 – 10:18 1 min Reading time The three-time Olympic gold medallist, 19, recently revealed in a tearful interview that she had considered retiring after intense scrutiny over her weight....Read More

[ad_1] ST THOMAS, Jamaica — Parliamentary secretary in the Ministry of Education, Senator Marlon Morgan has reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on school violence following Monday’s fatal stabbing of a Seaforth High School student, as officials moved to support the grieving school community. The student, identified as Kland Doyle, died after a dispute escalated into a...Read More

[ad_1] Istanbul skyline on the Golden Horn. Turkey has become the latest country to pass a bill that will ban social media for young people. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan now has two weeks to accept the bill after the country’s parliament passed it on Wednesday. The legislation will prevent children under the age of...Read More

[ad_1] A Michigan mother has revealed the real reason why she chose to stalk and harass her 13-year-old daughter for over a year. In 2021, Lauyrn Licari began receiving numerous anonymous threatening messages, but she wasn’t the only one; her then-boyfriend, Owen McKenny, was also receiving them. Over the year that followed, Lauryn and Owen...Read More

[ad_1] Hi, I’m George Gerbo, and welcome to Washington Times Weekly, where we get a chance to sit down with our reporters and talk about their coverage of the latest news and events.  [GERBO] Let’s get started with what’s been the dominant issue on the Hill over the past couple of weeks — the funding...Read More

[ad_1] Series, a social networking app, announced that it raised a $5.1 million pre-seed round, with investors including Venmo co-founder Iqram Magdon-Ismail, Pear VC, Reddit CEO Steve Huffman, and GPTZero founder Edward Tian. The company was founded early last year by Yale students Nathaneo Johnson and Sean Hargrow, both still seniors at the university.  Series...Read More

[ad_1] In February of this year, four adult siblings filed a bombshell child sex-trafficking lawsuit against the estate of Michael Jackson. Brought by Frank, Dominic, Marie-Nicole, and Aldo Cascio, the suit — which accused Jackson of being a “serial child predator” — was filed about a month after the family tried to void a financial...Read More

[ad_1] EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) – A local child safety advocacy group held a digital safety summit Friday night at Central High School. Organizers at Holly’s House say one in four children are being solicited online, including in the Tri-State. The summit is meant to bring community members together to talk about the issue and highlight...Read More

[ad_1] article Antonio Thackston, Jacob Holloway, and Derrell Green (Sandy Spring Police Department) SANDY SPRING, Ga. – The Sandy Springs Police Department arrested three men this week during a proactive child predator sting operation intended to protect vulnerable children. Police catch three men in sting What we know: Sandy Springs police say three men traveled...Read More

[ad_1] Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced today that Daniel Waxman, 56 of Cedarhurst, New York pleaded guilty to Attempted Disseminating Indecent Material to Minors in the First Degree (PL 110.00/235.22) before the Honorable Kevin J. Russo on April 4, 2024. From May 22, 2023, to May 31, 2023, an undercover investigator...Read More

[ad_1] County 17 publishes letters, cartoons and opinions as a public service. The content does not necessarily reflect the opinions of County 17 or its employees. Letters to the editor can be submitted by emailing editor@oilcity.news. You may have noticed blue pinwheels around town: in front of government buildings, schools, and in windows. This small blue...Read More

[ad_1] The world-famous Jackson estate is all over the headlines, not only for Jaafar Jackson’s impressive portrayal of his late uncle, Michael Jackson, but also for a disturbing lawsuit issued by the King of Pop’s “second family”. With fresh allegations against the late singer, the lawsuit has officially reignited one of the most controversial debates around...Read More

[ad_1] Nineteen men are now facing legal trouble after a three‑day undercover child‑solicitation sting in Johnson County, officials said. The sweep is the latest round in a long‑running push to catch suspected online predators working in and around the county, and authorities say most of the men now face preliminary child‑solicitation charges. Multi‑agency operation nets...Read More

[ad_1] Updated April 24, 2026, 1:57 p.m. ET Advice for kids and teenagers on water and fire safety, healthy relationships, preventing bullying and avoiding online dangers will be available Saturday, April 25, at Delfino Park in White Plains. The White Plains Police Department and Westchester District Attorney’s Office are hosting a Child Safety Fair from...Read More

[ad_1] ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Three men were arrested during a recent child predator sting operation, Sandy Springs police said. Officers reportedly posed as a 15-year-old who agreed to sex in exchange for money. The three men traveled to Sandy Springs, where they were arrested. The men were identified as Antonio Thackston, 43,...Read More

[ad_1] LOGAN COUNTY, Ky.- Logan County High School held student training to help protect children from online predators Thursday morning. The presentation informed children about the dangers of posting inappropriate content on social media and what to do if an online predator approaches them. “We’re doing a student training. It’s part of an overall strategy...Read More

[ad_1] Norway’s government has announced plans to ban children under the age of 16 from using social media, a move aimed at protecting young people from the negative effects of excessive screen time and algorithm-driven platforms, according to a report by Reuters. The proposal, unveiled on April 24, 2026, would make Norway one of the...Read More

[ad_1] The Canadian government is the latest group to express concerns about child safety in Roblox. As reported by The Logic, the feds were presented with a brief by the Canada Centre for Community Engagement and Prevention of Violence about the risks of bad actors using Roblox to spread hateful content and groom children. This is a particular problem...Read More

[ad_1] WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – The FBI office in Milwaukee is sending a warning to parents about online groups and networks targeting kids. These networks, commonly known as “764,” use tactics to befriend victims and groom them through a trusting or romantic relationship. The FBI office in Milwaukee says there are numerous warning signs to...Read More

[ad_1] Dear Neighbors, We are in the last month of session and there are a lot of things I wish were accomplished by now. We have bills ready to reduce gun violence, save HCMC, increase housing affordability, and so much more. Unfortunately, it is difficult coming to agreements on these critical issues when you have...Read More

[ad_1] A PROPOSAL seeking to ban children below 16 years old from accessing social media platforms has been filed before the Senate. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Friday, April 24, 2026, said the measure aims to protect minors from harmful digital exposure and unsafe online environments. “It’s time to protect our youth from the harm caused...Read More

[ad_1] For most young people, learning about social and political issues doesn’t start with a textbook. It starts with a phone. While debates intensify about whether to impose a social media ban on under-16s in the UK, it’s important to consider how social media can be a route for learning as well as potential harm....Read More

[ad_1] Social media: Addiction worries | Photo Credit: Kar-Tr Nobody usually phrases it this way, but technology is almost a humanities discipline. We are creating systems that reflect, shape, and augment the human experience. Growing addiction In recent years, with the deep and pervasive penetration of digital technologies — from algorithm-driven platforms to generative AI...Read More

[ad_1] Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it’s investigating the financials of Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, ‘The A Word’, which shines a light on the American women...Read More

[ad_1] Teens who spend all day scrolling social media can be more likely to use alcohol, a new study has found. The harmful effects of social media on kids have been scrutinized in recent years as technology advances and becomes more prevalent in the lives of young people. Researchers analyzed the habits of more than...Read More

[ad_1] NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A registered sex offender has been accused of carrying out a string of daytime sexual assaults against six women on the same day in Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley, an area already grappling with a surge in high-end home burglaries, authorities said. Damian Denzell Robinson, 29,...Read More

[ad_1] by Contributed Content on April 24, 2026 On Thursday, April 23, 2026, the Menlo Park Police Department, in coordination with Sunnyvale Police Department, Newark Police Department, and the Northern California Regional Intelligence Center (NCRIC), concluded a multi-day operation with the arrest of an individual who traveled to the City of Menlo Park with the...Read More

[ad_1] Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it’s investigating the financials of Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, ‘The A Word’, which shines a light on the American women...Read More

[ad_1] SHASTA COUNTY, Calif. – On Friday, the Shasta County District Attorney’s Office announced that Robert Barber, a convicted child sex predator, was denied parole by the California Board of Parole Hearings. On Friday morning, after a full hearing was held, the parole board denied parole for Barber, completely reversing a prior ruling that would...Read More

[ad_1] A sixteen-year-old in Montana cannot vote. She cannot get a credit card, buy a lottery ticket, or smoke cigarettes. She needs a parent to sign off before she can get a tattoo, apply for a driver’s license, or play school sports. But she can consent to one thing: the predatory practices of online platforms....Read More

[ad_1] JOHN DAY – Grant County Education Service District School Safety Prevention Specialist Gordon Larson was in KJDY Studios recently to appear on an episode of Coffee Time to discuss cyber safety for Grant County students. Larson encouraged parents to communicate regularly with their children about dangers online, and said they might consider not taking...Read More

[ad_1] Forty-six-year-old Thomas D. Minns II has been ordered to serve seven to 20 years in a state correctional institution after pleading guilty to one count of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse involving a child, according to court reporting. Prosecutors say the victim was 7 years old when the abuse began. Minns, who has been held...Read More

[ad_1] Turkey has become the latest nation to introduce a social-media ban for younger teens after lawmakers passed a bill Wednesday that would effectively restrict users under 15 years of age from accessing YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, X and other digital media platforms. In addition to banning social-media access for users under 15, the bill...Read More

[ad_1] New polling results show strong support among voters for legislation restricting social media use among kids and teens. The Bay State Poll released Thursday and conducted by The University of New Hampshire Survey Center found 72% of respondents either somewhat or strongly support legislation banning social media use for all kids under 14 and...Read More

[ad_1] Turkey has become the latest nation to introduce a social-media ban for younger teens after lawmakers passed a bill Wednesday that would effectively restrict users under 15 years of age from accessing YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, X and other digital media platforms. In addition to banning social-media access for users under 15, the bill...Read More

[ad_1] Oil City News publishes letters, cartoons and opinions as a public service. The content does not necessarily reflect the opinions of Oil City News or its employees. Letters to the editor can be submitted by following the link at our opinion section. You may have noticed blue pinwheels around town: in front of government buildings,...Read More

[ad_1] More than 200 school districts are among the plaintiffs suing social media companies for supposedly causing a youth mental health crisis. The irony is hard to miss: schools may be among the biggest contributors to that very crisis. There’s a general sense that something is wrong with the mental health of kids and teens. Many parents,...Read More

[ad_1] Digital group chats, once harmless spaces for school chatter and memes, are increasingly becoming breeding grounds for coordinated online harassment among South African teens. Experts warn that WhatsApp-driven echo chambers, zero-rated data bundles and poorly moderated platforms are fuelling a new “pack mentality” that turns ordinary peer conflict into collective digital aggression. Rorke Wilson,...Read More

[ad_1] Published: April 24, 2026 Photo from Oberon Copeland via Unsplash By Gavin Boyle Alabama and West Virginia are the latest states whose attorney generals have reached a settlement with Roblox over court cases concerning child safety. “I am extremely proud of the work of this office in securing a settlement that ensures that Alabama’s...Read More

[ad_1] Wahyono Wibowo, Integrated Planning Director, iProspect Indonesia On March 28, Indonesian marketers woke up to discover that their youth-targeting no longer worked the way it used to. Social media for under-16s, gone, by government order. The immediate industry panic about reach, hand-wringing about targeting, and a rush to shift budget elsewhere are all predictable,...Read More

[ad_1] Norway’s prime minister said Friday that his office plans to release a bill that would ban children under 16 from using social media by the end of the year. The bill will include language that holds big tech accountable for using age verification tools to block young users, according to a statement from Prime...Read More

[ad_1] The Child Safety Center of White County is continuing its mission to protect and support children across the region while raising awareness during Child Abuse Prevention Month in April. Executive Director Darby Gaines says the center serves children involved in abuse investigations or those who have witnessed violent crimes. The organization partners with law...Read More

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[ad_1] The Internet has transformed how we interact with our peers. Teenagers interact with each other at a furious pace through social networks and apps, which has increased concerns about the safety of these online activities. Online bullying, or cyberbullying is one of the most significant of the problems that can result. Adina Farrukh, Rebecca...Read More

[ad_1] MUNISING, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Two men were arrested following an undercover operation by Upper Peninsula police designed to target child predators via online chatrooms, announced the Alger County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO). The operation resulted in the arrest of Anthony W. Drown, of East Jordan, MI, and Bob B. Nesim, of Levittown, PA, on March...Read More

[ad_1] To use this website, cookies must be enabled in your browser. To enable cookies, follow the instructions for your browser below. Facebook App: Open links in External Browser There is a specific issue with the Facebook in-app browser intermittently making requests to websites without cookies that had previously been set. This appears to be...Read More

[ad_1] A recent survey by primary school teachers’ union Poed, published on Thursday, found that 95 per cent of the 1,017 teachers who participated reported an increase in incidents of school violence and delinquency. “The findings unfortunately confirm the particularly worrying scale that school violence and delinquency have reached,” Poed said. In a statement, the...Read More

[ad_1] NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Years after DNA evidence linked a 1991 killing and a 1993 rape in Massachusetts, forensic genetic genealogy helped investigators identify the man authorities say was responsible for both cold cases. Evidence from the killing of Cherie Bishop in 1991 and the rape of Donna Bell in...Read More

[ad_1] Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news. The parents of slain Fishers junior Hailey Buzbee called on Indiana lawmakers to limit minors’ access to social media after their daughter’s death was linked to a 39-year-old man she spoke...Read More

[ad_1] Years after DNA evidence linked a 1991 killing and a 1993 rape in Massachusetts, forensic genetic genealogy helped investigators identify the man authorities say was responsible for both cold cases. Evidence from the killing of Cherie Bishop in 1991 and the rape of Donna Bell in 1993 was uploaded to the Combined DNA Index...Read More

[ad_1] Tackling ‘teen takeover’ trend Conversations about how to tackle “teen takeovers” have sparked again. The trend involves large gatherings of young people – often fueled by social media.  MILWAUKEE – Conversations about how to tackle “teen takeovers” have sparked again. The trend involves large gatherings of young people – often fueled by social media....Read More

[ad_1] John Doe was around 13 years old when he was tricked, blackmailed and threatened by sex traffickers on Snapchat into taking nude photos and videos of himself. Two years later, he learned from his high school classmates that his images were being shared as child sex abuse material on Twitter.  The social networking platform,...Read More

[ad_1] COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Online predators are increasingly using popular apps and gaming platforms to target children, and investigators in central Ohio say the threat is growing as technology makes it easier for criminals to hide. “They are targeting kids because they think they are going to be able to victimize them easier than...Read More

[ad_1] Summer 2026 could reshape how millions of American teens access TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat. California’s Assembly Bill 1709 just cleared key committees, putting the state on track to ban social media platforms from serving users under 16. Massachusetts already passed similar legislation through its House with a decisive 129-25 vote. These aren’t your typical...Read More

[ad_1] INQUIRER.net stock images OSLO, Norway – Norway said Friday it will present a bill this year making it the latest country seeking to ban social networks for under 16 years of age, adding that technology companies will be responsible for verifying the age of its users. “We are introducing this legislation because we want a...Read More

[ad_1] BEIJING, April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Walnut Coding (the “Company”), a leading online coding education platform for young learners in China, has been selected by UNICEF as a featured case study under the framework How Chinese Technology Companies Apply Principles of Responsible Innovation for Children and Child Safety by Design. The case study was...Read More

[ad_1] According to a 2025 report prepared by a law firm hired by the school to investigate the allegations, the “sexual abuse of students … [and] egregious patterns of grooming and sexual misconduct” by Rutledge involved at least five students between the 1990s and 2010. The investigators also noted that “third-party reports” indicated Rutledge “may...Read More

[ad_1] Experts question whether banning youth from social media is the right approach. © Art_Photo/stock.adobe.com In a landmark social media trial in March 2026, a jury in the United States found Meta and Google liable for intentionally nurturing addiction in a teen. After Australia banned social media for teens under 16 in December 2025, several...Read More

[ad_1] Norway says it will present a bill in parliament by the end of the year to ban children from using social media until they turn 16, following in Australia’s steps. Several European nations have sought to rein in children’s use of social media after Australia took the lead with a world-first ban on under-16s...Read More

[ad_1] GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) – The FBI in Milwaukee is warning parents about an increase in online groups targeting kids across the country, including in Wisconsin. In an open letter to parents, the FBI says these networks are commonly known as “764.” The FBI says the group uses tactics called “sadistic online exploitation.” The...Read More

[ad_1] Athens, Greece. A survey by primary school teachers’ union Poed found that 95% of 1,017 participating teachers reported an increase in incidents of school violence and delinquency. The union said the findings show a particularly worrying scale of the problem. Survey findings and safety concerns Poed said the rise in violent and delinquent behaviour...Read More

[ad_1] DAYTON — A mother and her boyfriend are facing charges in connection with a child abuse investigation in Dayton. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Heather Pippen and Stephanas Golden were charged in Dayton Municipal Court on Thursday. TRENDING STORIES: Pippen was charged with three counts of complicity, and one...Read More

[ad_1] April 23, 2026 – On Wednesday, the FBI posted the following letter to letter to parents, guardians, and caregivers. Dear Parents and Guardians, Over the course of the last few years, the FBI has observed a concerning increase in activity by online actors involved in predatory activity. These predators target children across the United...Read More

[ad_1] Even as Turkey joins the list of countries that intend to ban social media access for children and teens, Meta which finds itself impacted the most, is again trying to convince parents that its Teen Accounts proposition is safe. Turkish lawmakers, this week, have passed a bill that includes restricting social media access to...Read More

[ad_1] KOOTENAI COUNTY — A man convicted in Kootenai County’s largest child pornography case will face a parole hearing next week, prompting his own daughter to campaign for his continued imprisonment. Edmund Bergeman, who has served 20 years in an Arizona prison, is scheduled for a parole hearing on May 1. The Twin Lakes man...Read More

[ad_1] The Grayson County Sheriff’s Office is warning of an alarming trend involving teenagers sending nude photos and videos of themselves to other teens. GCSO said in a release Thursday that both their agency and the Leitchfield Police Department have recently been investigating numerous cases where nude photos of underage girls and boys are being...Read More

[ad_1] Roblox executives say its content restrictions are driving users to less-regulated corners of the internet.Source: Jean-Christophe Verhaegen/AFP via Getty Images Roblox Corp. is urging federal lawmakers to take notice of what it sees as one of the most persistent threats to child safety online: kids abandoning tightly moderated platforms to communicate elsewhere. Roblox’s own...Read More

[ad_1] There are countless videos on social media of civilians confronting alleged child predators, but according to police, these videos could do more harm than good. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — You may have seen videos circulating online of civilians confronting alleged child predators. More and more of those videos have been popping up in Arkansas....Read More

[ad_1] Today the American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia released a letter it sent to members of the Virginia State Crime Commission recommending against any legislation to criminalize teenage sexting. Any such legislation would raise serious constitutional concerns and also result in feeding many more Virginia teens into the school-to-prison pipeline. The Crime Commission will...Read More

[ad_1] Image: DepositPhotos That child safety group advocating for AI age verification? They forgot to mention their sugar daddy. The Parents and Kids Safe AI Coalition has been pushing California’s Parents and Kids Safe AI Act requiring age verification for users under 18. According to San Francisco Standard reporting, the coalition was funded by OpenAI,...Read More

[ad_1]     Victim’s decomposed and dismembered remains found in D4vd’s vehicle  LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman announced that musician David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, was charged today with murdering 14-year-old Celeste R., whose body was found decomposed and dismembered in his car that had been impounded in...Read More

[ad_1] A Houston-based group known for confronting suspected online child predators across the country is drawing some concern from law enforcement after its latest operation in La Porte. The group, called “Predator Poachers,” was founded by Houston resident Alex Rosen in 2019. He said he launched the effort seven years ago to target what he...Read More

[ad_1] ALPENA, Mich. – Students from Alpena and Atlanta schools will spend their day on Tuesday, April 28 participating in a one day event designed to address a variety of issues related to preventing violence. The Youth Violence Prevention Summit is hosted by the MSP Office of School Safety. This one-day interactive forum offers high school...Read More

[ad_1] YouTube, TikTok and Snapchat – they’re just a few of the banned social media sites for Australian teenagers under 16. But while the push to protect young people from too much screen time continues, a major Adelaide University study shows that a balanced approach to social media might not be so bad. In new...Read More

[ad_1] Russell Pender, 70, showed “no remorse” after being convicted of crimes, including the rape of a six-year-old, committed between 1972 and 2021 and “laughed” when his sentence was being discussed. At a trial in December, the jury at the High Court in Glasgow unanimously found him guilty of 18 serious sexual offences against six...Read More

[ad_1] Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Meta announced an update to its teen supervision tools, which will now enable parents to view what their kids are asking its artificial intelligence chatbot.  The update was included as a new element in Meta’s Family...Read More

[ad_1] Mother-of-three Karina Carless dreads the day a child is killed while crossing the road outside her local primary school. She is one of several parents of students at Dunolly Primary School, in central Victoria, calling for the school’s crossing supervisor role to be reinstated. “I’m a CFA [Country Fire Authority] member, and I’m waiting...Read More

[ad_1] Over the past several months, many countries have announced plans to restrict social media access for children and teens. Australia became the first to implement such measures at the end of last year, setting a precedent that other countries are now closely watching.  Australia’s regulations, along with other countries’ proposals, aim to reduce the...Read More

[ad_1] Their latest so-called sting was in La Porte, Texas, but local police said they have concerns about the actions of what they called a ‘vigilante group.’ LA PORTE, Texas — A Houston-based group known for confronting suspected online child predators across the country is drawing some concern from law enforcement after its latest operation...Read More

[ad_1] Sens. Katie Britt, R-Ala., and John Fetterman, D-Pa., on Thursday pushed for more legislation to address social media use by children and teenagers. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. In a wide-ranging interview with NBC News, the senators warned of social media’s effects on mental...Read More

[ad_1] Update on April 16, 2026 at 12:00PM PT:  This article has been updated to reflect our recent agreement with the MPA. There are lots of differences between social media and movies. We didn’t work with the MPA when updating our content settings, and they’re not rating any content on Instagram, and they’re not endorsing...Read More

[ad_1] The VPN Trust Initiative (VTI) warns the UK against restricting VPNs The group argues treating VPN as ‘loophole’ exposes kids to “greater harms” The “Growing Up in an Online World” consultation is open until May 26, 2026 The debate over children’s online safety in the UK has reached a boiling point. The cybersecurity industry...Read More

[ad_1] A registered sex offender has been accused of carrying out a string of daytime sexual assaults against six women on the same day in Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley, an area already grappling with a surge in high-end home burglaries, authorities said. Damian Denzell Robinson, 29, surrendered Wednesday at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s...Read More

[ad_1] Share Tweet Share Share Email With ongoing debate about banning platforms like TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube for under-16s, new research from Adelaide University is adding a fresh perspective. Published in JAMA Pediatrics, the study has identified a ‘sweet spot’ when it comes to teen social media usage, with moderate engagement, defined as up to...Read More

[ad_1] Montgomery, Ala. (WDNews) — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced a $12.2 million settlement with the gaming platform Roblox aimed at strengthening online child safety and funding school resource officers statewide. According to Marshall, the funds will support the Attorney General’s Safe School Initiative, helping expand school resource officer presence across Alabama. “Alabama stepped...Read More

[ad_1] WESTLAKE, La. (KPLC) – One of Texas’s previously most wanted sex offenders is in custody after investigators learned he was living near a public school in Westlake. Spencer Giron, 49, of Port Arthur, Texas.(Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office) Spencer Giron, 49, a registered sex offender in Texas, was approaching children and offering them money to...Read More

[ad_1] The conversation about screens and kids has shifted — it’s not just about how much time they spend, but what they’re doing and how parents can help. CLEVELAND — Every parent has wondered it: how much damage is all that screen time really doing to my kid? The answer, according to a leading adolescent medicine...Read More

[ad_1] Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced April 21 that the state has “reached a substantial settlement with the popular interactive gaming platform Roblox, securing meaningful improvements to online child safety and boots-on-the ground resources for Alabama’s schoolchildren,” according to a news release from the attorney general’s office. To read about specific groups targeting children,...Read More

[ad_1] Russell Pender, 70, showed “no remorse” after being convicted of crimes, including the rape of a six-year-old, committed between 1972 and 2021 and “laughed” when his sentence was being discussed. At a trial in December, the jury at the High Court in Glasgow unanimously found him guilty of 18 serious sexual offences against six...Read More

[ad_1] School Safety Budgets Are Growing. Are Outcomes Keeping Up? Acre Security CEO Kumar Sokka challenges campus leaders to move past hardware checklists and start measuring real-world security outcomes. By Kumar Sokka April 23, 2026 Every Spring, school boards across the country finalize budgets for the fiscal year ahead. In nearly every state,...Read More

[ad_1] The conversation about screens and kids has shifted — it’s not just about how much time they spend, but what they’re doing and how parents can help. CLEVELAND — Every parent has wondered it: how much damage is all that screen time really doing to my kid? The answer, according to a leading adolescent medicine...Read More

[ad_1] GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY — The Great Lakes Region 2026 Child Safety Conference is scheduled for May 7 at the Central High School Auditorium. The event beginning at 4 p.m. focuses on protecting children within the community, schools, sports and colleges. Rachael Denhollander, an attorney and the first woman to pursue criminal charges against USA...Read More

[ad_1] The DOJ announced the conviction on Wednesday.  — Jillian Pikora A sexual predator in Northern Virginia who preyed on underage “slaves” for more than a year to have them “serve” and “please” him will no longer be given orders after being sentenced to decades in prison. Chantilly resident Michael Logan Bourne, 55, who used...Read More

[ad_1] MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WXOW) – The FBI’s Milwaukee Field Office is warning parents and guardians about a concerning increase in online predators targeting children across Wisconsin and the United States. These predators use tactics described as Sadistic Online Exploitation, according to Special Agent in Charge Alan Karr. The networks are referred to colloquially as “764.” The...Read More

[ad_1] Adam Hall travelled the country meeting men for sexual encounters using the Grindr app, and as he faced jail for rape and deliberate transmission of the HIV virus today, it emerged that his youngest victim was just 15 years old Police urge potential victims of HIV-positive predator Adam Hall to come forward Sexual predator...Read More

[ad_1] A 70-year-old man has been given an Order of Lifelong Restriction (OLR) and a custodial sentence of seven years after being convicted of non-recent sexual offences. Russell Pender’s crimes took place at various locations in Edinburgh, Midlothian and Fife between 1972 and 2021. He was found guilty of a number of serious sexual offences,...Read More

[ad_1] With countries banning social media for kids left and right, Meta is trying different things to convince parents that its platforms are safe for teens. In its latest effort, the company will start showing parents the topics their teens have discussed with Meta AI over the previous seven days. “Parents will be able to...Read More

[ad_1] • Roblox stock is showing notable weakness. Why are RBLX shares down? Australia Cracks Down On Gaming Platforms Over Safety Risks The notices require companies to detail how they identify, prevent, and respond to risks such as sexual exploitation, radicalization, cyberbullying and hate speech. The regulator is also seeking clarity on whether platform systems,...Read More

[ad_1] A worker with a carnival that comes to town every year was recently exposed as an apparent child predator by an Athens area vigilante group. The 40-year-old suspect was working for the Spring Fling Fair carnival at Georgia Square Mall earlier this month when he engaged in sexually explicit online activity with someone who...Read More

[ad_1] “School’s out, yet the class group chat has already exploded with 200 new messages.“ “It‘s 11 p.m., and my phone buzzes again—who’s being called out this time? “ For many teenagers, these scenes are not exaggerations but part of everyday life. According to a recent survey by the Child Welfare League Foundation (CWLF)[1], 84.6%...Read More

[ad_1] The Turkish parliament has voted through a bill that would ban all children under the age of 15 from using social media. As part of the legislation, social media platforms would be required to enforce age-verification measures on their apps, provide parental control tools, and react more quickly to harmful content being posted. As...Read More

[ad_1] Click here for updates on this story     LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Los Angeles County has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, alleging the massively popular online gaming platform fails to adequately protect children from online predators. Los Angeles County has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, alleging the massively popular online gaming platform fails to adequately...Read More

[ad_1] By Joe Garcia, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. State legislators are taking aim at California’s parole system after two high profile sex offenders were granted opportunities for release from prison last year. David Allen Funston and Gregory Lee Vogelsang each had been convicted of multiple sexual...Read More

[ad_1] For the record, I am 43 years old. That means I was in grade school just a few years ago (humor me, please, I’m perimenopausal and incredibly sensitive). Today, I received an email from my kids’ third-grade teacher in the PSD school district saying there had been a tornado drill for all students at...Read More

[ad_1] March 10, 2026, 5:08 a.m. ET A federal appeals court is set to review a Florida law that restricts social media access for minors under 16. Tech industry groups argue the law infringes on First Amendment rights by limiting access to lawful content. State officials contend the measure is necessary to protect minors from...Read More

[ad_1] A worker with a carnival that comes town every year is being investigated for alleged predatory behavior The 40-year-old suspect was working for the Spring Fling Fair carnival at Georgia Square Mall earlier this month when he engaged in sexually explicit online activity with who he thought was a 14-year-old boy.. The boy was...Read More

[ad_1] (TNND) — California lawmakers are moving forward with a bill that could effectively ban social media accounts for kids under 16 in the nation’s most populous state. The bill, AB-1709, is specifically designed to keep children off platforms featuring “addictive features,” such as notifications, endless scrolls and autoplay that are core parts of popular...Read More

[ad_1] A coronial inquest has heard that Northern Territory authorities assessed that a father posed “no risk” to his child, despite allegations he repeatedly abused his partner and shook the baby.  Warning: This article contains references to self-harm, domestic violence and sexual abuse. Over the past four days, Northern Territory Coroner Elisabeth Armitage has examined...Read More

[ad_1] Another measure being considered in the consultation is mandatory overnight curfews to help children sleep better and how age verification can be strengthened to stop underage children from creating accounts. Peace, 15, supports the latter measure. “If there’s a restriction on using social media based on age, then I think that’s there for a...Read More

[ad_1] GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) – The FBI in Milwaukee is warning parents about an increase in online groups targeting kids across the country, including in Wisconsin. In an open letter to parents, the FBI says these networks are commonly known as “764.” The FBI says the group uses tactics called “sadistic online exploitation.” The...Read More

[ad_1] Published: April 23, 2026 Photo from Bangyu Wang via Unsplash By Mallory Mattingly Apple just got a new CEO, and the National Center on Sexual Exploitation wants him to take child safety seriously. “Congratulations to John Ternus, who will take over as Apple’s CEO. We call on him to lead Apple to institute ‘safety...Read More