Teens

Doctors warn that a massively popular toy is causing severe injuries in children and teens, leading to hospitalizations with burns requiring treatments like skin grafts and medically-induced comas. The toy's popularity has been linked to excruciating pain and severe medical interventions.

A Florida man pulled a pistol on teenagers who mistakenly fired a water pellet gun at his car. A Port St. Lucie police officer questioned the man's decision to point a gun at the teens.

At a Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach, 400 people were arrested after police on horseback charged into crowds of mostly teens, following incidents involving fireworks and fights.

400 people were arrested during a Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach involving fireworks, fights, and police on horseback. Eyewitness footage showed police on horses charging into a crowd primarily composed of teenagers.

Australia doubled penalties for social media companies violating the under-16 user ban as teens circumvent restrictions using methods like fake mustaches and VPNs. A study found little change in social media use post-ban, suggesting it may not improve teen mental health.

Several teens overdosed in an L.A. County juvenile hall after a water jug spiked with drugs was passed around. A federal civil rights lawsuit alleges the incident occurred last year.

Several teens overdosed in an L.A. County juvenile hall last year after a teen passed around a water jug spiked with drugs, according to a federal civil rights lawsuit.

Unsupervised youth and teenagers are damaging Henrico County's parks and engaging in fights, according to officials. Police report incidents involving property damage and altercations among minors.

A new study reveals one in seven teens in the EU spends over eight hours daily on screens. The article questions whether banning social media is an effective solution to this issue.

Livingston police are warning teens to avoid the abandoned Livingston Mall due to an increase in trespassers. Toni Yates reports from Livingston.

A teacher is accused of sexually abusing six teens and posting content on OnlyFans, prosecutors allege she violated house arrest 85 times.

Dramatic photos show teenagers hanging on the side of a Waymo vehicle during rush hour traffic in Santa Monica. The incident occurred in a busy area, highlighting potential safety concerns.

A report predicts teen employment this summer may reach the lowest level since 1948, when the U.S. government began tracking the data. Teens are struggling to find summer jobs, raising concerns about historical employment trends.

A violent clash between teens and officers at a Bronx juvenile facility left 11 people injured. The incident occurred in Mott Haven, as reported by Sonia Rincon.

Michigan is experiencing a sharp rise in emergencies linked to nitrous oxide use. The substance, often referred to as 'whippets,' is being abused by teens and young adults, resulting in increased hospitalizations.

Two teens were taken into custody after riding a dirt bike through Coastal Grand Mall in Myrtle Beach, S.C., as captured on video. The incident involved crashing into a kiosk, with police quickly apprehending them and no injuries reported.

A lawsuit against San Francisco over the Dolores Park hill bomb incident is being pushed to a jury by the plaintiffs, who claim all facts are contested. A federal judge requires both sides to agree on facts to resolve the case, but the plaintiffs disagree with the city's position.

Canada has announced plans to restrict social media access for children under 16. Teens have responded by stating they will 'always find a way' to bypass these restrictions.

A wild brawl erupted at a Southern California beach as hundreds of teens gathered, with teen girls in bikini tops exchanging punches. Local residents called the police to report the incident.

An Indiana man is facing charges after allegedly pointing a gun at teenagers who called him 'cute.' The incident involved the man confronting the teens following the verbal interaction.

Authorities warn that criminal groups in Europe are recruiting teens online for violent crimes such as killings, bombings, and abductions. Police report this trend is spreading to the U.S.

Five teens were killed in a crash in Santa Maria. Police suspect the vehicle may have been speeding and alcohol may have contributed to the incident.

Teenagers encountering a competitive and tough labor market can still gain significant personal benefits from securing summer jobs. The article highlights the challenges in the market but emphasizes the substantial advantages for teens.

A group of teens physically assaulted and spat at passengers on the Elizabeth line in London. The incident has prompted an urgent appeal for action.

The article discusses how trying cocaine as teenagers led to addiction and disrupted their lives. It highlights the negative consequences of drug use among teens.

Nova Scotia is experiencing an increase in teens developing long-lasting psychosis linked to high-potency cannabis use. Clinicians at Halifax's IWK Health Centre report that symptoms in young patients persist longer even after ceasing cannabis use.

California teens seeking summer work are encountering high unemployment, with a 23.3% unemployment rate in April, double the national average.

Shannon O'Connor, a Northern California woman who hosted alcohol-fueled parties for her son and other teens, was sentenced to 35 years 10 months in prison. The parties involved getting teens drunk and pressuring them to have sex.

Dozens of repeat subway surfers as young as 10 are risking their lives, despite a focused NYPD campaign to curb the deadly trend. NYPD Chief of Transit Joseph Gulotta highlighted the ongoing struggle to address the issue.

Teens are suspected of stabbing a 16-year-old girl to death in a dispute over a boy, but have denied the murder charge. The court cleared in chaotic scenes during the proceedings.

Teens lured a loner to a beach and beat him to death with rocks after he allegedly flirted with a schoolgirl, resulting in their imprisonment. The violent act occurred following accusations of inappropriate behavior toward a minor.

Meta will introduce a feature allowing parents to view the topics of their teenagers' conversations with AI systems. The update aims to provide parental oversight of teens' AI interactions.

A mass shooting in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, resulted in two teen deaths and five injuries. The Winston-Salem Police Department is investigating the incident and charging young adults involved.

Two teens died in a tragic crash after their minibus drove off the M1 bridge, with images revealing the vehicle was struck by a car in an extremely rare accident. The incident has sparked curiosity about the circumstances leading to the collision.

Instagram is expanding its movie rating-inspired content restrictions for teens globally. The feature was initially launched in limited countries in 2025.