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Social Media Holiday Posts Are a Gift to Burglars

Leading travel safety experts reveal how innocent holiday snaps on Instagram and Facebook are creating a 'goldmine' for organised criminal gangs, with a sharp 35% rise in social media-linked burglaries. Discover the crucial steps to protect your home.

California Bill Mandates Social Media Health Warnings

California lawmakers advance a groundbreaking bill to mandate health warnings on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, aiming to combat the youth mental health crisis. A potential blueprint for the UK?

Santiago bans TikTok filming after US tourist's viral claim

A viral TikTok video by a US tourist claiming Santiago, Chile is 'more dangerous than Chicago' has prompted city officials to ban Instagram and TikTok filming in its centre. Discover the full story behind the controversial social media restrictions and th

New App Shields Kids From Toxic Social Media Algorithms

A groundbreaking new app, developed with UK government backing, is set to revolutionise child online safety. 'Shield' gives children and parents unprecedented control over social media feeds, muting harmful algorithms to protect young mental health from t

Snapchat exposed as hub for open drug dealing

A damning investigation from Denmark reveals how Snapchat's features are being exploited by drug dealers to operate with impunity, raising serious child safety concerns.

Foreign Office Issues Travel Warning for 20 Destinations

The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for a significant number of countries, including holiday favourites Spain, Italy, and France. Here's the full list of destinations and the specific risks you need to know about before you book.

Unison Chief: UK Social Care System is 'Broken'

Christina McAnea, head of Britain's largest union, issues a stark warning on the UK's social care crisis, calling for immediate funding and a national strategy to fix the crumbling system.

TikTok viewers spot woman's cancer in viral video

A young woman's life was potentially saved by the TikTok community after eagle-eyed viewers spotted a suspicious lump on her neck in a viral video, prompting her to seek a medical diagnosis that revealed thyroid cancer.

UK Social Work Revolution: Tearing Down Bureaucratic Silos

A radical transformation is sweeping UK social work as innovative teams dismantle bureaucratic barriers, prioritising genuine human connections over paperwork. Discover how this grassroots revolution is delivering extraordinary results for vulnerable fami

Australia's Social Media Age Verify Trial Finds 'Inevitable' Flaws

A landmark Australian trial of age-assurance technology for social media access has reported significant accuracy issues, casting doubt on the feasibility of a blanket ban for under-16s. The findings highlight a critical tension between online safety and

Met Office Amber Warning: 70mph Storm Threatens UK

The Met Office has escalated its weather warning to amber as a severe storm packing 70mph winds threatens widespread travel chaos, power cuts, and structural damage across the UK. Residents are urged to prepare for disruption.

US City Sues Meta and Google Over Youth Mental Health Crisis

The US city of Providence, Rhode Island, has launched a landmark lawsuit against Meta, Google, YouTube, and Instagram's parent companies, alleging their algorithms have created a youth mental health epidemic. The suit seeks financial compensation for the

Minnesota Sues TikTok Over Youth Mental Health Harms

Minnesota's Attorney General Keith Ellison launches a groundbreaking lawsuit against TikTok, alleging its addictive algorithm and 'challenge' features are creating a youth mental health crisis. The state demands sweeping changes to the platform's operatio

UK Amber Weather Warning: 'Danger to Life' as Storms Hit

The Met Office has escalated its weather warning to amber as a severe storm system threatens 'danger to life' from flying debris and coastal devastation across the UK. Travel chaos and major disruptions expected.

Influencer, 23, dead after posting chilling warning

A 23-year-old influencer was found dead with her throat slit shortly after sharing an ominous warning with her followers. The shocking incident has left fans and authorities searching for answers.

Australia proposes social media ban for under-16s

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces sweeping restrictions on social media access for children under 16, citing mental health risks. Experts weigh in on the controversial plan.

MPs Push for Social Media Ban for Under-16s

A cross-party group of MPs is calling for a ban on social media for children under 16, citing mental health risks and online safety concerns. Discover the debate and potential policy changes.

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