Two-Year-Old Girl Killed After Being Struck by Grandfather's Lorry in Kedah
A two-year-old girl died after being struck by a fertiliser lorry driven by her grandfather while reversing near his home in Gurun, Kedah, on Wednesday morning.
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Malaysia Removes 1,550 Child-Related Offensive Content Items Since 2022
Malaysia's communications regulator has taken down 1,550 offensive content items involving children since early 2022, leveraging new legislation and proactive monitoring to combat child exploitation online.
France pushes through under-15 social media ban as EU scrutiny intensifies
France is racing to pass legislation banning social media use by children under 15 and mobile phones in secondary schools before parliament's summer recess, with final votes scheduled for July 21.
66-Year-Old Man Arrested in Connection with Sexual Assault of Disabled Teen in Tawau
Police in Tawau have arrested a 66-year-old man and secured a seven-day remand order in connection with the rape of a 15-year-old girl with disabilities, highlighting ongoing concerns over vulnerable children's safety.
Missing Sabah girl, 10, found dead; two men arrested on murder charges
A 10-year-old girl who vanished in mid-July has been found dead in Sabah, with authorities classifying the incident as murder. Police have arrested two men in connection with the case.
Bengaluru Daycare Denies Abuse, Blames Dismissed Staff for Viral Videos
A Bengaluru daycare centre has rejected abuse allegations, asserting that incriminating viral videos were orchestrated by two terminated employees seeking reinstatement and extortion money.
Trainee teacher charged with six counts of sexual assault against teenage student in Perak
A trainee teacher in Ipoh has entered a not guilty plea to six sexual assault charges involving a 14-year-old student. The case highlights ongoing safeguarding concerns in Malaysia's education system.
Singapore Man Sentenced to Nine Years' Jail and Caning for Sexual Abuse of Two Teenage Girls
A Singapore court has sentenced a 22-year-old man to over nine years in prison and 12 strokes of the cane for sexually abusing two teenage girls after posing as a younger person online. He also faced charges related to scams and harassment.
Police arrest man over bomb threat at South Jakarta primary school
Police in Jakarta have arrested a 34-year-old resident living near an elementary school for allegedly sending a WhatsApp message threatening bombs at the institution. No explosives were found despite a thorough search by specialist units.
Trader arrested for sexual abuse of 10 boys in Melaka
Police in Melaka have arrested a 36-year-old trader on suspicion of sexually abusing ten young boys over a five-month period. The suspect allegedly employed enticement tactics to lure his victims.
EU Threatens Meta With Billions in Fines Over Instagram and Facebook's 'Addictive' Design Features
The European Commission has launched formal proceedings against Meta, alleging that Instagram and Facebook employ deliberately addictive design features that harm young users. Potential fines could reach €12 billion if the company fails to comply.
EU Parliament Deadlocked on Child Safety Rules as Reporting Mechanism Expires
The European Parliament has failed to reach consensus on revamping child safety mechanisms for online platforms, with disputes over encrypted messaging and privacy protections leaving the bloc's regulatory framework in limbo.
EU Lawmakers Back Temporary Rules to Fight Child Exploitation Online, But Shield Encrypted Messaging
EU lawmakers have approved temporary rules permitting Google, Meta and other platforms to combat child sexual abuse material online, whilst carving out protections for encrypted messaging services like WhatsApp and Signal.
JKM Warns Against Sharing Children's Information Online Following Viral School Incident
Malaysia's Social Welfare Department has issued a formal warning against publishing children's identities on digital platforms, emphasizing legal consequences and child protection under the Child Act 2001.
India demands Meta remove child abuse material from Instagram as regulatory pressure intensifies
India's technology ministry has ordered Meta to remove child abuse material from Instagram and disable related advertisements, following a BBC investigation revealing such content in Indian ads.
Child's death sparks deadly mob violence in West Bengal town
A child's death in West Bengal's Baruipur triggered widespread mob violence, resulting in a lynching and police clashes that disrupted traffic and rail services for hours.
College Employee Arrested in Connection with Sexual Assault of Teenage Students
Authorities in Shah Alam have arrested a college employee suspected of sexually assaulting and sodomising two teenage students. The suspect worked at a Glenmarie institution and was apprehended following investigations into the offences.
Daycare Abuse Scandal at Bengaluru IT Campus Triggers Safety Crackdown
Five caregivers at a Bengaluru IT company daycare have been charged following allegations of physical abuse against toddlers, with videos showing children placed in washing machines and sprayed with water jets. The facility has been shut.
Elderly Man Faces Court Over Sexual Assault of Two Young Schoolgirls
A senior citizen appeared in court in Melaka facing charges relating to the sexual assault of two primary schoolgirls. The alleged incidents occurred in a mosque storeroom.
Macron and WHO Chief Push for Stricter Digital Platform Rules to Protect Children
French President Emmanuel Macron and WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus have jointly called for tighter regulation of digital platforms, warning that inadequately controlled online spaces pose significant risks to children's wellbeing and development.
DPM Ahmad Zahid Offers Condolences Following Death of Autistic Child in Perak
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has offered condolences to the family of a six-year-old autistic child found dead in an oil palm plantation near Sungai Sumun, Perak, following a search and rescue operation.
Children Adopting AI at Three Times the Rate of Adults, UNICEF Warns of Safety Gaps
A UNICEF study reveals children are embracing artificial intelligence three times faster than adults, with 20 million already using AI systems. The agency warns of inadequate safeguards protecting young users from exploitation and misinformation.
Meta loses court bid to dismiss US states' addiction allegations against Facebook and Instagram
A US federal judge has rejected Meta's attempt to dismiss a lawsuit filed by dozens of state attorneys general alleging that Facebook and Instagram were deliberately designed to be addictive to children.
US House Passes Kids Online Safety Act, But Senate Push for Stricter Protections Looms
The US House has approved a children's online safety bill requiring age verification and parental controls, though Senate Republicans push for tougher 'duty of care' standards that would hold tech firms legally liable for harmful content.
Australia tightens social media ban for children as first attempt proves ineffective
Australia is moving to strengthen laws banning children from social media platforms after the original legislation, introduced in December, failed to prevent underage users from maintaining accounts. The government is considering enhanced enforcement powers and digital duty of care rules.
TikTok and YouTube shut down 4.7 million child accounts in Indonesia under new digital rules
TikTok and YouTube have deactivated 4.7 million accounts belonging to children under 16 in Indonesia following new government restrictions aimed at protecting young users from cyberbullying and addiction.
Babysitter Held for Three Days in Death Investigation of 11-Month-Old Girl in Bedong
Police have remanded a babysitter for three days as investigations continue into the death of an 11-month-old girl in the Bedong area of Kedah, raising fresh concerns about childcare safety standards in the state.
Malaysia Enforces Age Verification for Social Media Under New Child Protection Code
Malaysia's Communications Ministry has implemented mandatory age-verification systems for social media platforms, requiring users to be at least 16 years old. The measure, part of the new Online Safety Act 2025, aims to shield children from online harms.
EU Moves to Escalate Addiction Probe Against Meta Over Child Safety Concerns
The European Commission is preparing preliminary findings against Meta, alleging its platforms use addictive design techniques targeting children. The move intensifies global scrutiny of social media's impact on youth mental health and safety.
India Steps Up Scrutiny of Telegram Over Child Abuse Material and Financial Fraud
India's government investigation has documented widespread use of Telegram for sharing child sexual abuse material and perpetrating financial fraud. The report, filed during a court defence of a brief app ban, found the platform received over 688,000 cyber fraud complaints since 2023.
EU escalates Meta investigation over addictive social media design targeting children
The European Commission is intensifying its investigation into Meta Platforms, preparing preliminary findings that accuse Facebook and Instagram of employing design tactics specifically engineered to addict children to their services.
Father arrested over alleged sexual abuse of 15-year-old daughter in Setiu
Authorities in Setiu have detained a man following allegations of sexual abuse involving his 15-year-old biological daughter. Police are conducting investigations into the matter.
Malaysian doctor in Perth charged with dozens of child sex offences
A Malaysian paediatrician practising in Perth, Australia, faces 33 child sex-related charges following an expanded police investigation. The charges involve nine alleged victims.
UAE Becomes First Arab Nation to Ban Social Media for Under-15s
The UAE has announced a cabinet resolution banning social media use for children under 15, making it the first Arab nation to enforce such restrictions. Platforms have one year to implement age verification systems or face blocking.
Woman Faces Neglect Charges After Child Dies, Sister Injured in Apartment Fall
A foreign woman appeared in Johor Baru Sessions Court charged with child neglect after her son died and daughter sustained severe injuries falling from a 12th-floor apartment in Tampoi.
Florida sues TikTok over child safety law violations
Florida's attorney general has filed a lawsuit against TikTok, claiming the platform violates state law by permitting underage account creation and exposing children to inappropriate material.