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Mother Awarded MBE for Online Safety Campaign After Son's Death
Ellen Roome fought back tears on BBC Breakfast after receiving an MBE for her campaign to protect children online, following the death of her 14-year-old son Jools. She is pushing for 'Jools' Law'.
5 Characters in Every UK Community Facebook Group
From the Lost Cat Crusader to the Planning Permission Protester, we explore the quintessential personalities that define Britain's local Facebook groups. Discover who's in your neighbourhood feed.
Clean Bird Boxes by December to Attract Robins
Bird experts urge UK gardeners to clean out nesting boxes before January to create the perfect home for robins, who start scouting for spots early in the new year. Act now to welcome these beloved birds.
US Sanctions UK Anti-Disinformation Figures
The Trump administration imposes visa-related sanctions on two British campaigners, drawing accusations of undermining free speech from a senior Labour MP and European allies. Read the full story.
US Bans Brits and EU's Breton in Free Speech Row
The US State Department has banned two British campaigners and a former EU commissioner, accusing them of extraterritorial censorship of American speech online. Read the full details.
Families Evicted at Christmas Before Section 21 Ban
Two mothers share their stories of receiving Section 21 eviction notices just before Christmas. Labour's ban on no-fault evictions starts in May 2025, but campaigners say it's too late for many.
Lauren Silverman Claps Back at Abusive Trolls
Simon Cowell's fiancée Lauren Silverman issues a powerful message against online abuse following the release of his candid Netflix documentary, 'The Next Act'. Read her full statement.
Forgotten Fighters: The Women Behind UK Equality Laws
As the UK marks 50 years since the Sex Discrimination Act, we uncover the untold story of the female journalists and activists whose relentless lobbying made it law. Their struggle is a powerful reminder that rights are never given, but won.
Footballer Receives Racist Abuse After Liverpool Matches
A 25-year-old man pleads guilty to sending racist abuse to Fulham striker Rodrigo Muniz via Instagram. Harry Brown targeted the player after fixtures against Liverpool. Read the full story.
Vinted seller's antisemitic listing sparks outrage
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 mandates search engine blur for harmful content
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.
No Social Media Platform Admits High Suicide Content Risk
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.
Porn company fined £1m over age verification failures
Ofcom fines AVS Group £1 million for inadequate age checks on its adult websites. The regulator demands immediate action to protect children online under the Online Safety Act.
Pornography firm fined £1m by Ofcom over age checks
AVS Group Ltd, which runs 18 adult websites, has been fined £1.05m by regulator Ofcom for inadequate age verification. It's the third such fine under the Online Safety Act.
Simon Cowell's Next Act Netflix Release Date Revealed
Simon Cowell returns to launch a new global boyband in a Netflix docu-series. All episodes drop on December 10. Discover the cast and what to expect.
Australia's 16+ Social Media Age Limit Enforced
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.
Australia's eSafety Chief Grilled by US Congress
Australia's eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, defended her powers under the Online Safety Act before a US congressional committee, sparking a debate on global internet regulation and free speech.
Terror watchdog warns UK strategy ignores online threats
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.
EU wants 16+ social media age limit
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 tackles online abuse with new platform
Basketball Australia unveils a new online safety platform to protect athletes from social media harassment. Discover how this initiative is fighting back against abuse.
Ofcom Urges Social Media to Limit Online Pile-Ons
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.
Ofcom pressures tech firms to protect women online
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 urges tech firms to protect women online
Ofcom publishes new guidance urging tech firms to combat online abuse against women. Critics demand mandatory rules. Read the full story and key recommendations.
4,000 cyber-flashing crimes recorded since new law
Police in England and Wales have recorded nearly 4,000 cyber-flashing offences since it became illegal in 2024. Discover the data and calls for stronger online safety measures.
Malaysia bans social media for children under 16
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.
Online Safety Act used to jail paedophile for 20 years
Senior Crown Prosecutor confirms new Online Safety Act offences are being used to ensure child abusers face 'full force of the law' following landmark case. Listen to exclusive interview.
AI 'Nudification' Site Fined £50,000 by Ofcom
Ofcom fines an AI deepfake service £50,000 for failing age checks, part of a wider crackdown on online child safety. Discover the details of the investigation.
Digital violence spreads as 1.8bn women lack protection
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.
Kendall: Ofcom must use online safety powers now
Tech Secretary Liz Kendall urges Ofcom to fully implement the Online Safety Act, warning of AI chatbot risks to children and delayed enforcement. Action is needed to protect young people online.
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