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UK news
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
2 days ago

School worker who called police about Child Q denies wanting strip search

Child Q was strip searched without legal grounds or appropriate adult supervision, leading to concerns about police misconduct.
UK news
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
2 days ago

School worker who called police about Child Q denies wanting strip search

Child Q was strip searched without legal grounds or appropriate adult supervision, leading to concerns about police misconduct.
more#police-misconduct
#criminal-charges
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

Man charged after girl, 14, sexually assaulted in Ajax facing more charges: police | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

Man charged after girl, 14, sexually assaulted in Ajax facing more charges: police | CBC News

more#criminal-charges
#france
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

France: Huge child sex abuse case prompts scrutiny of laws DW 03/08/2025

A surgeon accused of abusing around 300 patients, mostly minors, raises serious concerns about systemic failures in protecting children in medical settings.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

France: Huge child sex abuse case prompts scrutiny of laws DW 03/08/2025

A surgeon accused of abusing around 300 patients, mostly minors, raises serious concerns about systemic failures in protecting children in medical settings.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

Verdict due for French surgeon who abused children for decades

A French surgeon admitted to sexually abusing 299 child patients over two decades, highlighting severe systemic issues in child protection.
France news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

French Schools Will Finally Teach Sex Education

France will implement a sex education curriculum addressing sex, gender stereotypes, and consent after 25 years of delay.
more#france
#age-verification
more#age-verification
#social-media-regulation
more#social-media-regulation
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Family criticises law change on paedophiles' parental rights

Government legislation on parental rights for convicted paedophiles is criticized for its limited scope and financial burdens on families seeking protection.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Massachusetts priest returns to public ministry after child rape charges dropped against him

The Archdiocese said that after a thorough investigation, allegations against Monsignor Francis Strahan were found to be unsubstantiated, allowing him to return to public ministry.
Boston food
#sexual-abuse
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

San Bruno school district sued for allegedly failing to stop sexual abuse

San Bruno district faces lawsuit for failing to prevent teacher's sexual abuse of students from 2016 to 2023.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Students at Elite Schools Tell Sex-Offender Teacher How He Scarred Them

Winston Nguyen, a teacher, manipulated students into sending nude photos, leading to a severe emotional impact on the victims.
NYC parents
fromwww.bxtimes.com
3 months ago

Former student sues Bronx's Fieldston School, alleging sexual abuse by volleyball coach Bronx Times

The lawsuit against the Ethical Culture Fieldston School claims sexual abuse by a coach and negligence from the school administration.
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Los Angeles agrees $4bn deal to settle thousands of sexual abuse claims

Los Angeles County has reached a $4 billion settlement for sexual abuse claims in juvenile facilities, pending approval from local supervisors.
Fundraising
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Irish Cancer Society 'shocked' as fundraiser's 'Daffman' jailed for sex abuse of young boys

James Gilleran, a former scout leader, was convicted of sexual abuse after a man reported incidents from 40 years ago, shocking the Irish Cancer Society.
SF parents
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

67-year-old Santa Cruz County man arrested for sexual battery of a child

Kevin Hurley, 67, was apprehended for alleged sexual acts involving minors years ago.
Law enforcement is seeking additional victims in connection with Hurley's past involvement in community programs.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

San Bruno school district sued for allegedly failing to stop sexual abuse

San Bruno district faces lawsuit for failing to prevent teacher's sexual abuse of students from 2016 to 2023.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Students at Elite Schools Tell Sex-Offender Teacher How He Scarred Them

Winston Nguyen, a teacher, manipulated students into sending nude photos, leading to a severe emotional impact on the victims.
NYC parents
fromwww.bxtimes.com
3 months ago

Former student sues Bronx's Fieldston School, alleging sexual abuse by volleyball coach Bronx Times

The lawsuit against the Ethical Culture Fieldston School claims sexual abuse by a coach and negligence from the school administration.
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Los Angeles agrees $4bn deal to settle thousands of sexual abuse claims

Los Angeles County has reached a $4 billion settlement for sexual abuse claims in juvenile facilities, pending approval from local supervisors.
Fundraising
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Irish Cancer Society 'shocked' as fundraiser's 'Daffman' jailed for sex abuse of young boys

James Gilleran, a former scout leader, was convicted of sexual abuse after a man reported incidents from 40 years ago, shocking the Irish Cancer Society.
SF parents
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

67-year-old Santa Cruz County man arrested for sexual battery of a child

Kevin Hurley, 67, was apprehended for alleged sexual acts involving minors years ago.
Law enforcement is seeking additional victims in connection with Hurley's past involvement in community programs.
more#sexual-abuse
#legislation
Europe politics
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Europol arrests 25 users of online network accused of sharing AI CSAM

AI-generated deepfake porn is criminalized in South Korea, prompting worldwide concern over child sexual abuse material (CSAM) laws.
Europol's Operation Cumberland underscores the lack of clear legislation across countries to address AI-generated CSAM.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

States are cracking down on mommy bloggers. It's about time.

The rise of parent and child influencers on social media is prompting legislative action to protect children in the influencer economy.
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Doctors back total ban on smacking children in England

Leading child experts in England call for a complete ban on smacking, citing no evidence of its benefits to children's wellbeing.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Commissioner calls for ban on apps that make deepfake nude images of children

AI nudification apps creating deepfake images of children should be banned to protect them from potential exploitation and fears surrounding their misuse.
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

The Kids Online Safety Act is back, with the potential to change the internet | TechCrunch

Europe politics
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Europol arrests 25 users of online network accused of sharing AI CSAM

AI-generated deepfake porn is criminalized in South Korea, prompting worldwide concern over child sexual abuse material (CSAM) laws.
Europol's Operation Cumberland underscores the lack of clear legislation across countries to address AI-generated CSAM.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

States are cracking down on mommy bloggers. It's about time.

The rise of parent and child influencers on social media is prompting legislative action to protect children in the influencer economy.
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Doctors back total ban on smacking children in England

Leading child experts in England call for a complete ban on smacking, citing no evidence of its benefits to children's wellbeing.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Commissioner calls for ban on apps that make deepfake nude images of children

AI nudification apps creating deepfake images of children should be banned to protect them from potential exploitation and fears surrounding their misuse.
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

The Kids Online Safety Act is back, with the potential to change the internet | TechCrunch

more#legislation
#legal-issues
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

California kids were taken from their parents for their own safety. Then county social workers abused them, they say.

San Diego County's child protective system has faced lawsuits alleging rampant sexual abuse of children in their care.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Sydney mother refused bail after allegedly stabbing her three children

A mother allegedly stabbed her three sleeping children, prompting serious legal charges and raising complex emotional issues regarding domestic violence.
more#legal-issues
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Kid-killing ACS is indefensible, Mayor Adams - why are you even trying?

The Administration for Children's Services' policies prioritize equity over child safety, endangering vulnerable children.
#fbi
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

'764' threat: FBI says predators targeting kids on video games, social media in Bay Area and beyond

An international network, '764', uses video games to target vulnerable children, posing serious risks to their safety.
US news
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Hundreds of alleged sex predators arrested by feds - and AG Pam Bondi warns no one will escape justice: 'We will find you'

Over 200 child sex predators arrested in a significant new operation aimed at protecting children.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

'764' threat: FBI says predators targeting kids on video games, social media in Bay Area and beyond

An international network, '764', uses video games to target vulnerable children, posing serious risks to their safety.
US news
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Hundreds of alleged sex predators arrested by feds - and AG Pam Bondi warns no one will escape justice: 'We will find you'

Over 200 child sex predators arrested in a significant new operation aimed at protecting children.
more#fbi
#education
NYC parents
fromGothamist
3 months ago

Former Brooklyn teacher pleads guilty to child sex crimes involving students

A former teacher pleaded guilty to soliciting lewd images from minors, avoiding a court trial for his victims.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
3 months ago

Former Brooklyn teacher pleads guilty to child sex crimes involving students

A former teacher pleaded guilty to soliciting lewd images from minors, avoiding a court trial for his victims.
more#education
#child-welfare
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Rip the abuse-enabling, racist rot out of ACS before more kids die

The Administration for Children's Services is facing criticism for neglecting children in dangerous situations under the guise of social justice.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

7 children died in abusive NYC homes because progressives say it's racist to save them

The Administration for Children's Services faces a significant staffing crisis with a high turnover rate, reflecting systemic issues in the agency.
more#child-welfare
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

They were tortured': Ecuadorian soldiers confess to beating four murdered children in Guayaquil

The details that emerged during the reconstruction reveal a horrifying truth: the children were not criminals, but innocent victims of extreme military violence.
SF parents
SF parents
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Parents, school workers, and residents at 16th and Mission sound the alarm: 'It's ugly to live like this'

Residents near a preschool face fear and violence due to surrounding criminal activities, impacting their children's safety and well-being.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Children's Minister Norma Foley to meet legal representative for 'Grace' over concerns about report

Marie-Claire Butler emphasized that her legal team made significant contributions advocating for Grace, but the commission's final report did not reflect those submissions, raising concerns for her advocacy.
UK news
#migrant-children
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Homeland Security agents rescue migrant teen sisters from sex traffickers after they arrived in US as unaccompanied minors

Homeland Security rescued two teenage sisters from sex traffickers, illustrating vulnerabilities of migrant children.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Homeland Security agents rescue migrant teen sisters from sex traffickers after they arrived in US as unaccompanied minors

Homeland Security rescued two teenage sisters from sex traffickers, illustrating vulnerabilities of migrant children.
more#migrant-children
#clerical-abuse
fromIndependent
1 month ago
UK news

Death of Bishop Brendan Comiskey: 'He was the enforcer of the systemic cover-up of crimes by priests that was directed by the Vatican'

fromIndependent
1 month ago
UK news

Death of Bishop Brendan Comiskey: 'He was the enforcer of the systemic cover-up of crimes by priests that was directed by the Vatican'

more#clerical-abuse
#criminal-justice
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Long Island pastor pleads guilty to possessing sexually explicit videos of young boys from 'unspeakable' acts online

A Long Island pastor is facing significant prison time for possessing and soliciting sexually explicit material involving minors.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Arkansas parents handed 70-year prison sentence for trapping their 4 children in hot car - killing toddler - as another perished from malnutrition

A couple was sentenced to 70 years in prison for leaving their four children in a hot car, resulting in the death of their toddler.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Long Island pastor pleads guilty to possessing sexually explicit videos of young boys from 'unspeakable' acts online

A Long Island pastor is facing significant prison time for possessing and soliciting sexually explicit material involving minors.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Arkansas parents handed 70-year prison sentence for trapping their 4 children in hot car - killing toddler - as another perished from malnutrition

A couple was sentenced to 70 years in prison for leaving their four children in a hot car, resulting in the death of their toddler.
more#criminal-justice
NYC parents
fromEngadget
1 month ago

New Jersey AG sues Discord over alleged child safety failures

New Jersey's Attorney General is suing Discord over safety controls, alleging misleading practices regarding child safety.
Discord defends its safety measures amidst ongoing legal challenges.
#law-enforcement
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany shuts down major child sexual abuse image platform DW 04/02/2025

The closure of the Kidflix platform marks a significant blow against child pornography, involving extensive international cooperation.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany shuts down major child sexual abuse image platform DW 04/02/2025

The closure of the Kidflix platform marks a significant blow against child pornography, involving extensive international cooperation.
more#law-enforcement
#free-speech
Privacy technologies
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Judge strikes down an Ohio law limiting kids' use of social media as unconstitutional

A federal judge struck down Ohio's law requiring parental consent for kids under 16 to use social media, citing constitutional concerns.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Judge strikes down an Ohio law limiting kids' use of social media as unconstitutional

A federal judge struck down Ohio's law requiring parental consent for kids under 16 to use social media, citing constitutional concerns.
more#free-speech
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Girl was kidnapped by man who messaged her on Roblox, officials say. 10-year-old found safe

A 10-year-old from Southern California was rescued after being kidnapped by someone she met online through Roblox and Discord.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

The Irish Independent's view: Grace whistleblower's comments show there is a moral duty to ensure a case like this can never happen again

Despite the €13.6m spent, we still do not know exactly what happened, why it happened or if enough has been done to make sure it cannot happen again.
UK news
#reproductive-rights
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#police-investigation
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Twickenham: Man jailed for grooming and raping 12-year-old girl in south London

Richard Bosworth was sentenced to 16 years for grooming and raping a 12-year-old girl after extensive police investigation.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Twickenham: Man jailed for grooming and raping 12-year-old girl in south London

Richard Bosworth was sentenced to 16 years for grooming and raping a 12-year-old girl after extensive police investigation.
more#police-investigation
Gadgets
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Switch 2 Camera: Nintendo Responds To Safety And Spying Concerns

Nintendo's new GameChat feature emphasizes safety, allowing users to control who can access video chat functions before using the feature.
Media industry
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

K-pop show mired in child exploitation controversy DW 04/03/2025

The producers of the K-Pop audition show "Under15" canceled the series amidst backlash over the sexualization of underage participants.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Grooming inquiry lawyer asked Home Office 'do you still want me?'

The role of inquiry into UK child grooming gangs is uncertain, revealing systemic issues in government communication and commitment to addressing the crisis.
Law
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Ex-UFC Champ Cain Velasquez Sentenced to Five Years in Prison

Cain Velasquez sentenced to five years for attempted murder after shooting at a vehicle containing a man accused of molesting his son.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Women seeking asylum in UK allege sexual abuse in mixed-sex hotels

Women and girls in asylum seeking accommodations in Britain face serious risks of sexual violence and harassment.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC staffer who worked with abused kids quits after sexting with client's abuse-suspected mom

A city employee resigned after admitting to sexting a mother of a child he investigated for abuse.
Video games
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Watchdog bans shocking' ads that objectify women on mobile gaming apps

The UK has banned degrading ads targeting women that were shown to children in mobile gaming apps, highlighting the need for stricter advertising standards.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Her sexual abuser was safely locked away in a California prison. But then the calls started coming in, feds say

Nathaniel Diaz is facing new federal charges for exploiting a minor, despite being incarcerated for similar offenses.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Bexley kids' service has 'skilled staff' but needs 'more consistent communication'

During the Ofsted visit, inspectors highlighted the strong leadership and effective multi-agency partnerships in Bexley’s children’s services, which are fundamental in providing responsive care.
London
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

He got a 400-year prison sentence after being found guilty of sexually assaulting minors

Brandon Xiong received a 400-year sentence for sexually assaulting underage girls, marking a rare severe punishment for such crimes in California.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Shut vile death video site, families say, as Ofcom gets new powers

Families urge Ofcom to shut down a website sharing graphic videos of killings, citing disturbing implications for children.
New Ofcom powers under the Online Safety Act may struggle to sufficiently combat such content.
NYC parents
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Heartbroken mum calls for new measures on school bus safety: 'I don't want this to happen to any other family'

Stella McMullan advocates for improved bus safety following her daughter's tragic death.
Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Stop Victorian-era' punishment of smacking, say doctors

Doctors advocate for a ban on smacking, citing risks of physical harm to children, and support legislative changes for better protection.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

More than 100 arrested in Canada-wide child exploitation operation, police say | CBC News

Over 100 arrests and 300 charges made in a national child exploitation operation, safeguarding 37 children from harm.
New York Knicks
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

This court 'win for mothers' puts CHILDREN'S lives at risk

The recent court ruling prioritizes mothers' rights but raises concerns for children's safety in domestic violence situations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The Guardian view on pornography: the Obscene Publications Act needs an update | Editorial

The UK seeks to enhance online safety by regulating access to violent and harmful pornography, especially for minors.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
3 months ago

Tooting man, 56, who solicited sexual images from child avoids prison

Anthony Clarke, a Tooting man, attempted to solicit sexual communications from a child, pleading guilty and receiving a suspended sentence rather than prison time.
UK news
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