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fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Children's Rights Under Australian Protection Laws

Australian child protection laws prioritize the child's best interests, guaranteeing safety, education, and healthcare rights.
#age-verification
#journalism
#online-safety-act
#online-safety
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
US politics

DA: Natick man requested sexually explicit photos from individual he thought was 12-year-old girl

US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Unless you see it, you can't believe how bad it is': the peer demanding a minister for porn

The taboo surrounding discussions on extreme pornography hampers political responses to online child abuse.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Larry Magid: Designing digital safety with youth in mind

Online safety must evolve beyond traditional concerns, focusing on children's rights and agency.
The Frontiers report advocates for collaborative approaches that empower children in their online experiences.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
US politics

DA: Natick man requested sexually explicit photos from individual he thought was 12-year-old girl

#sexual-assault
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Bay Area school trustee arrested for alleged sexual assault of a minor

A school board member was arrested for sexual assault of a minor during his past employment as an education assistant.
#roblox
fromWIRED
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Roblox's New Age Verification Feature Uses AI to Scan Teens' Video Selfies

fromWIRED
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Roblox's New Age Verification Feature Uses AI to Scan Teens' Video Selfies

Public health
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 weeks ago

School children stand up to Croydon Council in lollipop patrol protest

Parents and children protested against Croydon Council's decision to remove school crossing patrols, particularly supporting a lollipop man dedicated to their safety.
#sexual-abuse
Fundraising
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Irish Cancer Society 'shocked' as fundraiser's 'Daffman' jailed for sex abuse of young boys

James Gilleran, a former scout leader, was convicted of sexual abuse after a man reported incidents from 40 years ago, shocking the Irish Cancer Society.
Fundraising
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Irish Cancer Society 'shocked' as fundraiser's 'Daffman' jailed for sex abuse of young boys

James Gilleran, a former scout leader, was convicted of sexual abuse after a man reported incidents from 40 years ago, shocking the Irish Cancer Society.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Reddit starts verifying ages of users in the UK

Reddit will implement age verification to restrict access to mature content for users under 18 in compliance with the UK's Online Safety Act.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Charity warns AI-generated child sex abuse videos now as lifelike as real footage'

AI-generated child sexual abuse videos are increasingly realistic and common, presenting significant threats.
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Cabinet members defend refusal of travel visas for Palestinian children on GAA tour

Visa applications for children and sports officials were refused by immigration services, promoting a focus on child welfare and legal responsibilities.
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

'Ireland isn't tearing up migration system in relation to this' - Simon Harris on visa refusal for Palestinian children on GAA trip

"Ireland isn't just tearing up its migration system or rules in relation to this."
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

'Ireland isn't tearing up migration system in relation to this' - Simon Harris on visa refusal for Palestinian children on GAA trip

Ireland isn't just tearing up its migration system or rules in relation to this. Every visa has to be issued on its merits, particularly when it involves minors.
Miscellaneous
#sexual-offences
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Met Police officer 'sent sexual messages to five kids' but was never charged

Sonny Pooni, a former Met Police officer, sent sexual messages to five minors, resulting in his ban from policing but no criminal charges.
#clergy-sexual-abuse
#grooming-gangs
fromThe Local France
4 weeks ago

Inquiry accuses French PM of failing to act over school abuse

The conclusions of the commission of inquiry, which began its work in March and heard from 135 people, including survivors of abuse at other schools, add further pressure on Bayrou, who survived a vote of no confidence on Tuesday.
France news
Social justice
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

The mystery of the paedophile who hired out Disneyland

Jacky Jhaj, a convicted paedophile, organized a fake wedding to a nine-year-old at Disneyland Paris as part of bizarre stunts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

France implements smoking ban at beaches and parks in step towards tobacco-free generation'

"Tobacco must disappear from places where there are children. A park, a beach, a school - these are places to play, learn, and breathe. Not for smoking," said health minister Catherine Vautrin.
France news
#tusla
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Public health

Tusla boss does not accept blame for failure to act on hundreds of court orders in child welfare cases

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Public health

Tusla boss does not accept blame for failure to act on hundreds of court orders in child welfare cases

fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

Scott Wolf Granted Temporary Custody of 3 Kids and Restraining Order Against Estranged Wife

Scott Wolf has been granted sole custody of his children amid serious concerns about their mother's behavior.
#police-misconduct
UK news
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
1 month ago

School worker who called police about Child Q denies wanting strip search

Child Q was strip searched without legal grounds or appropriate adult supervision, leading to concerns about police misconduct.
UK news
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
1 month ago

School worker who called police about Child Q denies wanting strip search

Child Q was strip searched without legal grounds or appropriate adult supervision, leading to concerns about police misconduct.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

British man arrested at Disneyland after fake wedding to nine-year-old girl

A mock wedding involving a nine-year-old girl at Disneyland Paris led to four arrests, raising serious legal and ethical concerns.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Hidden cameras were found at a Hermosa Beach dance studio. Now, a former employee is under arrest

Hermosa Beach police officers discovered multiple hidden cameras inside wicker baskets in a restroom, used by parents, students, and employees at a local dance studio.
SF parents
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Worst hiding spot ever: /NSFW/Nope/Don't open/You were Warned/

Captain Samuel White approved a search of Bartels' gear, leading to revelations of illegal activities including possession of CSAM and buying it while stationed at Guantanamo.
Privacy technologies
#child-welfare
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago
Brooklyn

New state Assembly bill would require thorough vetting, in suspected child abuse situations

'Clava's Law' enforces strict guidelines for investigating child abuse and neglect to ensure thorough assessments and protect both children and parental rights.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC parents

Rip the abuse-enabling, racist rot out of ACS before more kids die

The Administration for Children's Services is facing criticism for neglecting children in dangerous situations under the guise of social justice.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Rip the abuse-enabling, racist rot out of ACS before more kids die

The Administration for Children's Services is facing criticism for neglecting children in dangerous situations under the guise of social justice.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Verdict due for French surgeon who abused children for decades

A French surgeon admitted to sexually abusing 299 child patients over two decades, highlighting severe systemic issues in child protection.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Europe tries to force age verification onto Pornhub and other adult sites

Pornhub is committed to minor safety online and advocates for device-based age verification to balance security and privacy.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

EU probes 4 porn sites over failure to block minors DW 05/27/2025

"The online space should be a safe environment for children to learn and connect." - Henna Virkkunen, emphasizing the EU's commitment to protecting minors online.
EU data protection
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Big Tech firms 'should be in criminal court', says Media Minister Patrick O'Donovan

Ireland's Big Tech regulation relies too heavily on incentives without penalties.
Social media platforms should face criminal charges for child protection failures.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Family criticises law change on paedophiles' parental rights

Government legislation on parental rights for convicted paedophiles is criticized for its limited scope and financial burdens on families seeking protection.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

After turbulent run, California lawmakers unanimously pass bill on solicitation of minors

"This is our solution to one of the most prevalent problems in the state of California, the exploitation and the trafficking of children," Assemblyman Nick Schultz stated.
NYC politics
#kids-online-safety-act
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

The Kids Online Safety Act is back, with the potential to change the internet | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

The Kids Online Safety Act is back, with the potential to change the internet | TechCrunch

SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

California kids were taken from their parents for their own safety. Then county social workers abused them, they say.

San Diego County's child protective system has faced lawsuits alleging rampant sexual abuse of children in their care.
#ai-ethics
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Commissioner calls for ban on apps that make deepfake nude images of children

AI nudification apps creating deepfake images of children should be banned to protect them from potential exploitation and fears surrounding their misuse.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Kid-killing ACS is indefensible, Mayor Adams - why are you even trying?

The Administration for Children's Services' policies prioritize equity over child safety, endangering vulnerable children.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Hundreds of alleged sex predators arrested by feds - and AG Pam Bondi warns no one will escape justice: 'We will find you'

Over 200 child sex predators arrested in a significant new operation aimed at protecting children.
#education
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

7 children died in abusive NYC homes because progressives say it's racist to save them

The Administration for Children's Services faces a significant staffing crisis with a high turnover rate, reflecting systemic issues in the agency.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

They were tortured': Ecuadorian soldiers confess to beating four murdered children in Guayaquil

The details that emerged during the reconstruction reveal a horrifying truth: the children were not criminals, but innocent victims of extreme military violence.
SF parents
UK news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Man arrested after allegedly filming 17-year-old girl in Swansea Target dressing room

A 25-year-old man was arrested for allegedly filming a teenager in a Target dressing room.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Sicko, 20, charged with rape after horrified father catches him naked in young daughter's room: police

"After telling the suspect that he was calling the police, the father went downstairs and soon retrieved a handgun."
NYC parents
SF parents
fromMission Local
3 months ago

Parents, school workers, and residents at 16th and Mission sound the alarm: 'It's ugly to live like this'

Residents near a preschool face fear and violence due to surrounding criminal activities, impacting their children's safety and well-being.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Children's Minister Norma Foley to meet legal representative for 'Grace' over concerns about report

Marie-Claire Butler calls out the omission of her legal team's submissions regarding Grace in the Farrelly Commission's report.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Calif. lawmakers block bid to make paying for sex with 16- and 17-year-olds a felony

California lawmakers removed a key provision from a bill that would have made paying for sex with 16- and 17-year-olds a felony.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | Homeland Security agents rescue migrant teen sisters from sex traffickers after they arrived in US as unaccompanied minors

Homeland Security rescued two teenage sisters from sex traffickers, illustrating vulnerabilities of migrant children.
#clerical-abuse
fromIndependent
3 months ago
UK news

Death of Bishop Brendan Comiskey: 'He was the enforcer of the systemic cover-up of crimes by priests that was directed by the Vatican'

fromIndependent
3 months ago
UK news

Death of Bishop Brendan Comiskey: 'He was the enforcer of the systemic cover-up of crimes by priests that was directed by the Vatican'

fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Disgraced former bishop Brendan Comiskey dies aged 89 - 'He operated within a system that directed the cover-up'

Bishop Comiskey, associated with clerical abuse scandals, retreated from public life post-Ferns Report, revealing his failure to protect children.
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Doctors back total ban on smacking children in England

Leading child experts in England call for a complete ban on smacking, citing no evidence of its benefits to children's wellbeing.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Arkansas parents handed 70-year prison sentence for trapping their 4 children in hot car - killing toddler - as another perished from malnutrition

"This case is one of the most disturbing and heartbreaking our office has ever encountered," prosecuting attorney Will Jones said in a statement.
Parenting
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