The rape and killing of an 11-year-old girl in India’s West Bengal state has once again drawn attention to the country’s persistent problem of sexual violence against women and children, sparking public outrage and renewed calls for stronger protections. According to police, the girl went missing after leaving home to attend a friend’s birthday party […]
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EU pressures Meta to curb addictive social media features
The European Union has accused Meta of violating its Digital Services Act by designing Facebook and Instagram features that regulators believe encourage excessive and addictive use, particularly among younger users. The European Commission has issued preliminary findings after a two-year investigation and warned that Meta must make significant changes or face financial penalties that could […]
Suspect confesses in six-year-old Muhammad Wali murder investigation
Police investigating the death of six-year-old Muhammad Wali in Karachi have recorded a confession from the prime suspect, who allegedly disclosed details of the incident during interrogation. Authorities said the investigation is continuing, while the suspect is expected to be presented before a court for further legal proceedings. Read More: Six-year-old boy found dead in […]
Six-year-old boy found dead in Karachi, police arrest suspect, launch detailed investigation
A six-year-old boy who had been reported missing was found dead in Karachi’s Napier area, prompting police to arrest a suspect and launch a detailed investigation into the case. Read More: Killer of 12-year-old boy arrested in Karachi According to police, the child, identified as Muhammad Wali, disappeared from outside his home on Monday evening. After several hours […]
UAE bans social media accounts for children under 15
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced new regulations prohibiting children under the age of 15 from creating, using or operating personal social media accounts as part of efforts to strengthen online child safety. Under the new rules, children younger than 15 will no longer be permitted to access social media platforms, even with parental […]
UAE sets minimum age of 15 for social media users
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced a minimum age requirement of 15 for social media users, becoming the first Arab country to implement such a restriction as governments worldwide increase efforts to protect children online. Under new regulations approved on Thursday, children under the age of 15 will not be allowed to create, operate […]
UK to ban social media access for under-16s
LONDON: The UK government has announced plans to prohibit children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms, marking one of the most significant digital safety measures proposed in the country. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the government intends to introduce restrictions preventing under-16s from using social media services, arguing that a complete […]
Canada pushes major child safety rules for social media
Canada has introduced a sweeping digital safety bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms unless companies meet specific safety requirements. The proposal represents one of the country’s most ambitious efforts to strengthen online protections for young users and address growing concerns about the impact of digital platforms […]
Duchess Sophie leads key child safety summit in Denmark
Duchess Sophie took on an important royal role this week as King Charles III continued assigning senior family members to major international engagements. Buckingham Palace released official photographs and details after Sophie attended a high-level summit in Copenhagen focused on child safety in the digital age. The Duchess of Edinburgh travelled to Denmark on May […]
Dubai Police fine guardian AED50,000 for child riding electric bike on street
DUBAI: Dubai Police have imposed a AED50,000 fine on a guardian after a child was caught riding a recreational electric bike on a public street, officials confirmed. The incident occurred when traffic patrol officers stopped the child, who was accompanied by another minor, to prevent potential harm to themselves and other road users. The bike […]