Boy, 12, dies imitating Squid Game challenge
Sebastian Cizman, 12, was found unresponsive at his West Yorkshire home. His parents urge action on dangerous online content. Read the full story and warnings.
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Schoolboy dies attempting Squid Game challenge prank
Sebastian Cizman, 12, died after a tragic prank linked to Netflix's Squid Game. His heartbroken parents urge action on dangerous online content. Read their urgent warning.
Majority of Brits Support Social Media Ban for Under-16s
New polling reveals strong public support for a ban on social media for children under 16, mirroring Australia's recent move. MPs warn the 'status quo is failing children'.
Teacher referred to counter-terror scheme over Trump videos
An Oxfordshire politics teacher was reported to the government's Prevent programme after showing Donald Trump campaign videos to his A-level students, sparking a free speech row. Read the full story.
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UK bans sick AI apps in new £1bn violence against women plan
A major new strategy to tackle violence against women and girls includes a ban on AI 'nudification' apps and tech to block children sharing nude images. Read the full details.
18 Missed Chances to Stop Childcare Worker Paedophile
A damning review reveals 18 missed opportunities to stop Australia's worst paedophile, Ashley Griffith, earlier. A reportable conduct scheme could have saved children. Read the full investigation.
Teacher arrested for grooming student via Google Docs
A Florida science teacher is accused of using a shared Google Doc to groom an underage pupil before engaging in sexual acts at school and his apartment. He faces serious charges.
Girlguiding bans trans members after mother's legal threat
A mother who forced Girlguiding to ban male-born trans members says the policy had created safeguarding risks and stopped 'thousands' of girls from joining. Read the full story.
Girl, 8, allegedly assaulted in school 'kissing club'
Parents sue Sierra Canyon School, alleging their 8-year-old daughter was sexually assaulted in a student-run 'kissing club'. The elite LA institution charges nearly $40,000 a year.
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Nursery Worker Admits Abusing Children in Care
Children's minister promises 'forensic' review after Vincent Chan's 'appalling' crimes at a North London nursery. Discover the government's action plan and support for affected families.
Nursery worker pleads guilty to 26 child sex offences
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson vows to 'root out abuse' after Vincent Chan's guilty plea to horrific assaults on sleeping children. A full safeguarding review is launched.
Teacher Rebecca Joynes snubs hearing over pupil sex offences
Disgraced teacher Rebecca Joynes, 30, failed to attend a conduct hearing after having sexual relationships with two teen pupils and having a baby with one. Follow the latest on this breaking story.
Ex-teacher faces trial for alleged student relationship
Nicole Hernandez, a former Kansas 'teacher of the month', is set for trial over four felony counts for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old student. Read the full details of the case.
Childcare worker charged with 83 new child abuse offences
A former childcare worker in Australia faces 83 new charges for alleged child sexual abuse. The case highlights critical safeguarding failures. Read the full report.
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Review: Tusla could not anticipate missing boy's case
An independent review into the disappearance of Kyran Durnin found the incident 'could not have been anticipated'. Read the key findings and new safeguarding measures announced.
Nursery worker admits filming sexual abuse of children
Vincent Chan, 45, pleaded guilty to 26 charges, including sexually assaulting girls as young as two at a north London nursery. He filmed his crimes for 'comedic effect'. Read the full report.
Four Deadly Social Media Trends Parents Must Know
Experts warn parents about four dangerous social media challenges that have turned fatal. Learn the risks of chroming, surfing, blackout and Benadryl trends to keep your children safe online.
Parents sue school over 6-year-old's alleged sexual assault
A North Carolina family is suing a school district for over $25,000, alleging it failed to protect their 6-year-old son from repeated sexual assault by a classmate, despite reports to staff.
Parents sue school over 6-year-old's sexual assault
A North Carolina family is suing a school district, alleging it failed to protect their 6-year-old son from repeated sexual assault by a classmate. Learn more about the case.
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Childcare centres to close early for safety training
UK childcare centres will close early five times a year for compulsory staff safety training from February. Learn how this protects children from abuse.
Teacher arrested for inappropriate texts to student
A 22-year-old Florida gym teacher has been arrested and charged with sending obscene material to a 13-year-old student. Discover the full story and the ongoing issue of teacher misconduct.
Melbourne school stabbing: 8-year-old boy attacked
An eight-year-old boy was brutally stabbed at a primary school in Melbourne. Police are questioning an 11-year-old. Follow for live updates.
Missing Football Coach Wanted on Child Porn Charges
The small town of Big Stone Gap is in shock as police search for Travis Turner, a football coach wanted on child pornography charges. Discover the latest on this developing story.
2,400 vulnerable children vanish from UK care
Nearly 2,400 trafficked and asylum-seeking children went missing from UK care last year, exposing major safeguarding failures. Urgent reform is needed to protect them from exploitation.
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2,000+ children vanish from UK care yearly
Shocking report reveals 2,400 trafficked and asylum-seeking children went missing from local authority care last year, exposing critical safeguarding failures. Urgent action needed.
Teacher sentenced to 10 years for student sex abuse
Carissa Smith, a former Missouri teacher, receives a ten-year prison sentence for sexually abusing students. Read the full shocking details of the case.
50 Pupils Escape Nigerian School Kidnapping
Fifty students have escaped a mass kidnapping at a Nigerian school, but 253 children and 12 staff remain hostages. Pope appeals for their release. Read the latest.
Mum bans smartphones for all five of her children
A mother of five explains why she won't give her kids smartphones until after their GCSEs, a decision supported by Prince William and child safety experts. Discover the risks.
SafeCall: New Lifeline for UK's Missing Children
Author Andrew O'Hagan backs The Independent's SafeCall campaign, creating a vital helpline for missing people after 30 years documenting heartbreaking disappearances. Donate to help.
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Decades of Sexual Abuse at Elite Boarding School Revealed
A disturbing report exposes decades of sexual abuse at Miss Hall's School, where a teacher exploited state consent laws. Prosecutors are reviewing new evidence. Read the full investigation.
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