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Denmark plans social media ban for under-16s

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announces radical plan to prohibit social media access for children under 16, citing mental health crisis and 'stolen childhoods' in major policy address.

Denmark plans social media ban for under-15s

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announces radical plan to prohibit social media access for children under 15, warning platforms are 'robbing children of their childhood' in major digital wellbeing initiative.

Australia's Social Media Ban Loophole Exposed for Under-16s

A critical loophole in Australia's new social media age verification law allows minors to easily access harmful content, including gambling and violent far-right material, by simply browsing without an account, experts warn.

UK Social Care System At Breaking Point - Report Warns

A devastating report reveals Britain's adult social care system is at breaking point, with chronic underfunding and staff shortages leaving vulnerable adults at risk. Experts warn of a 'deepening crisis' requiring urgent government action.

Florida Bans TikTok for Children Under 14

Florida enacts one of America's strictest social media laws, prohibiting children under 14 from using platforms like TikTok and Instagram, mandating age verification, and allowing account deletion.

Facebook Singles Pages Exposed: Predators' Playground

A Daily Mail investigation exposes the dark underbelly of Facebook's local singles groups, revealing rampant sexual predation, fraudulent activity, and explicit content targeting vulnerable users seeking companionship.

New App Shields Kids From Toxic Social Media Algorithms

A groundbreaking new app, developed with UK government backing, is set to revolutionise child online safety. 'Shield' gives children and parents unprecedented control over social media feeds, muting harmful algorithms to protect young mental health from t

Snapchat exposed as hub for open drug dealing

A damning investigation from Denmark reveals how Snapchat's features are being exploited by drug dealers to operate with impunity, raising serious child safety concerns.

Sydney Shark Attack Sparks Debate: Do Nets Even Work?

Following a fatal shark attack in Sydney, experts and officials are locked in a fierce debate over the effectiveness and ethics of shark netting. Discover why critics argue this 1930s technology is ecological vandalism that offers little real protection.

Unison Chief: UK Social Care System is 'Broken'

Christina McAnea, head of Britain's largest union, issues a stark warning on the UK's social care crisis, calling for immediate funding and a national strategy to fix the crumbling system.

UK Social Work Revolution: Tearing Down Bureaucratic Silos

A radical transformation is sweeping UK social work as innovative teams dismantle bureaucratic barriers, prioritising genuine human connections over paperwork. Discover how this grassroots revolution is delivering extraordinary results for vulnerable fami

Trapeze Artist's 30ft Fall During Dangerous Splits Stunt

Dramatic footage captures the terrifying moment a circus performer loses balance during a dangerous high-wire splits manoeuvre, plummeting 30 feet before safety nets intervene. Audience screams echo as emergency crews rush to assist.

Solo traveller, 22, gets creepy texts from holiday host

A 22-year-old solo traveller's dream holiday turned into a nightmare after her Airbnb host sent a series of inappropriate and creepy late-night messages, prompting a vital safety warning for all women travelling alone.

Australia's Social Media Age Verify Trial Finds 'Inevitable' Flaws

A landmark Australian trial of age-assurance technology for social media access has reported significant accuracy issues, casting doubt on the feasibility of a blanket ban for under-16s. The findings highlight a critical tension between online safety and

Urgent UK Safety Warning Over Deadly Button Batteries

Local authorities across Britain issue an urgent safety warning following tragic child fatalities linked to small button batteries found in common household items. Learn how to protect your family.

Inside the Sinister World of Deadly Online Challenges

An exclusive investigation into the deadly online challenge phenomenon, from the Momo hoax to the Blackout Challenge, and the urgent call for tech giants and parents to act against this digital danger.

Trump's Second Term: Climate Crisis Looms

Exclusive analysis reveals how Trump's planned demolition of US climate policy threatens to derail global net-zero targets and trigger catastrophic environmental consequences worldwide.

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