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.
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.
UK Sport invests in AI-powered app Social Protect to filter abusive comments for Olympic and Paralympic athletes. The service is free for the full cycle to LA 2028. Discover how it works.
A determined group of women, including barrister Grace and activist Chloe, successfully campaigned for new UK legislation criminalising the creation of deepfake porn. Discover their story.
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.
The Archdiocese of New Orleans has agreed to a landmark $100 million settlement with 450 clergy abuse survivors, a pivotal step in a long-running bankruptcy case. Discover the details of the historic agreement.
A floral expert explains how to use cheap bubble wrap as insulation to protect your outdoor plants from freezing UK winter temperatures. Simple steps to safeguard your garden.
New research reveals a hidden crisis of economic abuse harming UK children, with perpetrators stealing pocket money and depriving families of essentials. Learn the signs and where to find support.
A shocking study reveals nearly 4 million UK children are impacted by economic abuse, a hidden crisis where partners control finances. One survivor shares her harrowing story of debt and control.
Four Sydney men face charges for allegedly distributing child sexual abuse material linked to a global network with ritualistic themes. Police seized thousands of videos. Read the full report.
Sydney police charge four men for allegedly operating an international satanic child sex abuse material ring. Authorities warn parents to monitor children's online activity.
Australia's landmark EPBC Act amendments promise environmental protection improvements, but experts warn of potential pitfalls in rushed legislation. Read the full analysis.
New Ofcom guidance tackles online abuse as shocking statistics reveal smartphone bullying epidemic affecting millions of children. Discover the urgent need for protection.
Basketball Australia unveils a new online safety platform to protect athletes from social media harassment. Discover how this initiative is fighting back against abuse.
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 publishes new guidance urging tech firms to combat online abuse against women. Critics demand mandatory rules. Read the full story and key recommendations.
Financial expert Vicky Parry warns of Black Friday scams targeting UK shoppers. Learn how to spot fake deals, avoid overspending, and protect your bank account.
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.
A new survey reveals young adults are less likely to spot economic abuse red flags. Learn the warning signs and how a new campaign aims to raise awareness across all generations.
Three people in their 80s arrested over non-recent child sex abuse at Bradford care homes. Police urge victims to come forward. Report via 101 or live chat.
Lloyds Bank warns shoppers to be vigilant for online scams ahead of Black Friday, as customers reclaim £2 million via chargebacks. Follow our essential safety tips.
Lloyds Banking Group has refunded £2 million to customers via chargebacks in 2024. With Black Friday approaching, learn how to protect yourself from online shopping scams.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino vows strong action against online abuse targeting players and officials, with over 30,000 posts already flagged. Discover the measures being taken.
Australian brand Bondi Sands recalls two sunscreen products. The Therapeutic Goods Administration warns they may not provide adequate sun protection. Check your batch numbers now.
The One Show's Alex Jones reveals her family's smartphone ban after a shocking school talk. Discover how the new Online Safety Act aims to protect children online.
Damning report reveals systematic sexual and physical abuse of over 2,000 young men at Medomsley Detention Centre, with one of Britain's most prolific sex offenders operating unchecked for decades.
Broadcaster Jeremy Vine gives emotional testimony about how Joey Barton's online abuse left him fearing physical danger, as the libel case gripping the nation continues.
Broadcaster Jeremy Vine tells court he feared for his family's safety after former footballer Joey Barton unleashed a campaign of 'vile and threatening' online abuse.
In an unprecedented nationwide operation, police forces are re-examining hundreds of previously closed child abuse investigations across England and Wales, raising serious questions about past safeguarding failures.
A devastating documentary reveals the lifelong trauma suffered by survivors of Catholic school abuse in Scotland, uncovering institutional failures and the enduring search for justice.
In a controversial move, the US Senate has voted to prevent federal agencies from protecting the threatened northern spotted owl, sparking outrage among conservation groups and raising concerns about the future of this iconic species.