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The European Union just rolled out a sweeping plan to protect children from online harassment, including a new reporting app connecting young people directly to help. With one in six kids facing cyberbullying, the initiative combines technology, education, and tougher platform accountability.
A popular Ivorian podcast brought together rappers, comedians, and creators in Brussels to give young Africans tools to handle cyberbullying and turn social media into a force for good. The event combined humor, honest talk, and real solutions for thriving online.
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Portugal just became one of Europe's first nations to require parents to approve social media access for teens aged 13 to 16. The move protects young people from cyberbullying and harmful content while giving families more control over their children's digital lives.
Nigeria is inviting citizens to help shape the country's first child online safety policy, including possible age restrictions for social media. The move puts Africa's largest economy alongside global efforts to protect children from cyberbullying, exploitation, and addictive app features.
French lawmakers just passed a historic bill to ban social media for children under 15, joining Australia in putting children's wellbeing before screen time. The move comes after health experts warned about cyberbullying, sleep loss, and mental health risks facing young users.
Cybersecurity experts are reporting fewer scam cases in Ghana thanks to coordinated efforts by the Communications Minister and security agencies. The progress shows how government action can protect citizens from digital fraud.
Eight Pacific Beach elementary students received Hope of America awards this week for outstanding character, leadership, and academic achievement. The Kiwanis Club surprised the young leaders with breakfast, plaques, and gift cards to celebrate their positive impact on classmates.
The UK just announced the world's most comprehensive plan to protect kids online, banning social media for everyone under 16 and adding safeguards that put children's wellbeing first. The groundbreaking rules take effect in spring 2027 after 116,000 people weighed in.
Mexico City just passed a law that regulates cell phones in schools without banning them outright. The new approach aims to cut distractions while keeping tech as a learning tool.
Turkey's parliament just passed new protections requiring age verification and parental controls on social media for children under 15. The country joins Australia, Indonesia, and others in a growing movement to shield young people from online harm.
Countries around the world are taking bold steps to shield children from the risks of social media. From Australia's groundbreaking ban to similar proposals across Europe and Asia, governments are prioritizing young people's mental health and safety online.
France just became the second country to prioritize digital childhood, passing a groundbreaking bill to ban social media for children under 15. The move aims to give young people space to grow without algorithmic pressure on their mental health.
Malaysia just launched strict new rules requiring social media companies to verify ages and block children under 16 from creating accounts. The move aims to protect young people from harmful online content while still keeping technology accessible.
Mexico just secured a groundbreaking partnership with Google, Meta, and TikTok to combat digital violence against women. Nearly 11 million Mexican women faced online harassment in 2024, but now they'll have direct support from the platforms.
Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt joined heartbroken parents on Capitol Hill to demand tech companies be held accountable for child safety online. Their push could end Big Tech's longtime legal protection from lawsuits over harmful content.
The Better India released a guidebook exploring how conversations about empathy, consent, and boundaries during ages 14 to 17 can shape boys into respectful men. Experts say these early lessons are key to preventing domestic violence and creating healthier relationships.
Malaysia just became one of the first countries to enforce a nationwide ban protecting millions of children from social media until age 16. The bold move joins a growing global effort to shield young people from online harm.
A middle school science teacher who helps students fight climate anxiety through hands-on environmental action just earned Oakland County's highest teaching honor. Rachel Harwell transforms worry into hope, one native garden at a time.
Zimbabwe's government is launching a major push to get girls and young women into artificial intelligence, robotics, and tech leadership as part of its new national AI strategy. The country wants homegrown innovation from every corner, not just foreign tech hubs.
Spain just became the second country in the world to protect children from social media, following Australia's groundbreaking move. The new law aims to shield young people from online harms while holding tech companies accountable.
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