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Europe's teenage entrepreneur population jumped 10% since 2022, with nearly 69,000 young people aged 15-19 now running their own businesses. The Netherlands and Italy lead with over 12,000 and 11,000 teen entrepreneurs respectively, signaling fresh hope for youth employment across the continent.
Nigeria's Enugu State just created a new Employment Council with a bold mission: tackle unemployment and lift people out of poverty through coordinated action. The initiative brings government, workers, and employers together to create real jobs where they're needed most.
Brazil created over 1.2 million formal jobs in 2025, pushing total registered workers to an all-time high of 48.4 million. Every single state saw employment gains, with the service sector leading the historic expansion.
More than 100 people gathered in Antrim, New Hampshire, to celebrate 75 volunteers who dedicate their time to enriching the lives of local teens. The teens themselves took center stage, sharing heartfelt stories of how volunteer piano teachers, cooking instructors, and clothing drive organizers changed their lives.
Britain's new program lets 16 and 17-year-olds choose overnight social media breaks, with early tests showing teens actually keep the settings on. A pilot with 300 families saw better sleep and focus when teens had the option to pause their feeds.
Nine-time Paralympic gold medalist Lord Chris Holmes is taking on the UK's shocking employment gap for blind people after the government declined his taskforce proposal. With only 27% of blind people employed compared to 83% of the general population, he's creating his own report to demand change.
Nigeria's National Youth Service Corps is cracking down on employers who fail to provide basic accommodation and transport for young volunteers. The move protects thousands of graduates serving their country each year.
While many expected Jewish teens to hide their identity after rising antisemitism, thousands did the opposite. Nearly 500 high schoolers requested to start Jewish Student Union clubs at their schools, choosing community over fear.
A prestigious Michigan yacht club has turned summer jobs into college dreams, awarding over $1.3 million to local teens since 1997. Nine Charlevoix students just earned scholarships worth an average of $5,000 each, renewable for four years.
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When hundreds of high schoolers showed up for senior skip day at Dawn Moore's beach wedding, they could have ruined everything. Instead, they cheered, quieted for the vows, and gave some teens their first glimpse of marriage.
Snapchat just made it safer for young teens to express themselves online. The app now limits public posts from 13-15 year olds, creating a friends-only space instead.
Instagram is bringing movie-style age ratings to social media in Malaysia, giving parents a framework they already understand. Teens under 18 now get automatic protections that mirror PG-13 cinema standards.
OpenAI just released ChatGPT for Teens with built-in safety features designed to protect young users aged 13-17. The new version includes parental controls, study modes, and stronger content protections that prioritize real-world well-being.
Libraries across America are turning young volunteers into community leaders while getting crucial help with programs and projects. The benefits flow both ways as teens gain real-world skills and librarians expand what they can offer.
A new study of over 2,000 teenagers reveals that regular, high-quality family dinners can reduce alcohol, cannabis, and vaping use by up to 34%. The simple act of eating together creates protective connections that help teens make healthier choices.
Parents can now monitor and limit their teens' time on Threads through new supervision tools launching next week. The features give families more control over how young people experience social media.
Ghana's Youth Ministry has put nearly 90,000 young people to work in the past year through government employment programs. Every participant is being paid on time, marking a major step forward in tackling youth unemployment.
Saudi Arabia's labor market transformation since 2015 shows female employment jumping from 11% to 32%, youth unemployment dropping dramatically, and the private sector now creating most new jobs. A new World Bank report reveals how a decade of reforms turned around attitudes toward work and opportunity.
One in five teens now turns to AI chatbots for mental health support, prompting researchers to outline safety rules before more harm occurs. New proposed protections could require age verification and emergency protocols to keep vulnerable young people safe.
YouTube just launched tools that let parents set time limits on Shorts or block them entirely, helping families manage screen time together. The update also includes bedtime reminders, easier account setup, and better content recommendations for teens.
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