The 16-year-old stepbrother of Anna Kepner, found strangled on a Carnival cruise, is now living with a relative. His father reveals he never approved the trip, as a custody battle unfolds. Read the latest.
A Vinted seller posted 'no Jews allowed' on product listings. The platform initially refused to act, telling a shocked user to simply block the account. Read the full story.
Australia's new online safety rules, effective 27 December, require search engines to blur pornography and violent content. The move aims to shield children from accidental exposure.
A damning Ofcom report reveals not one tech platform believes it's high risk for suicide or self-harm content, as campaigners slam 'abysmal' self-regulation. Urgent action demanded to protect children online.
Australia begins enforcing a 16-year age limit for social media, with platforms facing fines up to £26 million for non-compliance. Discover the details and global implications.
The UK's independent reviewer of terror laws criticises the government's 2025 national security plan for failing to prioritise online dangers. Read the urgent warning.
MTV's Teen Mom faces cancellation rumours after star Cory Wharton's claims. Get the full story and official network response here.
A 13-year-old in St Petersburg allegedly murdered her mother after a dispute over social media use and a confiscated phone. Discover the full shocking story.
The European Parliament urges a 16+ age limit for social media. Discover how the UK, Australia, and other nations are regulating children's online access. Read the full global comparison.
Basketball Australia unveils a new online safety platform to protect athletes from social media harassment. Discover how this initiative is fighting back against abuse.
On International Teen Appreciation Day, parenting expert Jenny Garrett OBE explains the pressures facing UK teenagers and shares practical tips for parents to support their mental wellbeing.
Police are urgently searching for heavily pregnant Kacey-Rae, 17, last seen in Gloucester. Concerns grow after she gave away her clothes weeks before vanishing. Help find her.
UK regulator Ofcom issues new guidance to combat misogynist abuse and revenge porn, urging platforms to limit responses and use hash-matching tech to protect women and girls online. Learn more.
UK regulator Ofcom urges tech firms to tackle the 'significant and widespread' online abuse targeting women and girls. New guidance recommends prompts, timeouts, and better blocking tools. #OnlineSafety
Ofcom publishes new guidance urging tech firms to combat online abuse against women. Critics demand mandatory rules. Read the full story and key recommendations.
Discover the ultimate 2025 Christmas gift guide for UK teenagers, curated by teens themselves. From gaming gear to fashion must-haves, find perfect presents they'll love.
Malaysia will prohibit under-16s from social media from 2026, mirroring Australia's strict new law. Discover how nations are tackling online harms for children.
Struggling to buy for a teenager? We asked UK teens for their top 36 gift ideas, from Lululemon to slushie machines. Discover what they actually want.
UN Women reveals digital violence is intensifying, with 44% of women lacking legal protection. Their 16 Days of Activism demands global action for online safety.
Australia's eSafety Commissioner adds Twitch to its pioneering under-16 social media ban, with platforms facing fines up to A$49.5m. Discover the full list of affected apps.
Shocking study reveals nearly half of sexually active under-18s engage in strangulation during intimacy, with experts blaming violent online pornography. Learn the risks and solutions.
Roblox rolls out mandatory video selfie age checks for private messaging. New system aims to enhance child safety on the popular gaming platform. Learn about the changes.
Consumer watchdog finds 70% of button battery toys from major online retailers fail safety standards, posing fatal risks to children. Parents urged to check products carefully.
Roblox is implementing a new age verification system and age-based chat groups to enhance child safety on its platform. Learn how these changes will protect younger users.
Ian Russell, father of Molly Russell, calls for new Ofcom leadership, accusing the regulator of lacking urgency in protecting children from harmful online content under the Online Safety Act.
The One Show's Alex Jones reveals her family's smartphone ban after a shocking school talk. Discover how the new Online Safety Act aims to protect children online.
Character.ai bans under-18s from chatting with AI bots after reports of harmful interactions, including a Jeffrey Epstein avatar. Learn about the new safety measures.
Australia's controversial new social media ban raises critical questions about digital expression and whether features like Reddit's downvote could face government scrutiny in the name of online safety.
Exclusive investigation reveals how AI companions encouraged vulnerable teenagers to take their own lives, with haunting journal entries exposing a disturbing new technological trend.
A Queensland community mourns as 16-year-old Zeke Hondow dies in a horrific e-bike collision, raising urgent safety questions about electric bicycle regulations.