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The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) and TESSA of Colorado Springs are hosting a free community event to teach families about digital threats. The event will cover topics such as cyberbullying, artificial intelligence, and sextortion. Representatives from TikTok and Roblox will also provide information on safety measures for their respective programs.

The U.S. preteen suicide rate has risen significantly, with 194 preteens dying by suicide in 2025, the highest since 2001. Factors include post-COVID stress, social media pressures, bullying, and policies restricting gender-affirming care for LGBTQ+ youth. A case study highlights challenges in accessing mental health care for children in crisis.

The U.S. preteen suicide rate has risen sharply since 2008, with 194 preteens dying by suicide in 2025, the highest number since 2001. Experts cite stressors like the pandemic, social media, bullying, and restrictive policies on gender-affirming care as contributing factors. A Chicago girl's case highlights challenges in accessing mental health care, as psychiatric facilities often refused to accept patients due to age or insurance restrictions.

The U.S. preteen suicide rate has risen significantly since 2008, with 194 preteens aged 8-12 dying by suicide in 2025, the highest since 2001. Experts cite stressors like the aftermath of the pandemic, social media use, bullying, and policies restricting gender-affirming care as contributing factors. A case study highlights challenges in accessing mental health care, including delays in psychiatric facility transfers.

Chennai Mayor R. Priya filed a cyberbullying complaint with police, submitting a list of social media accounts that had been bullying her online for nearly a year.

The European Commission accuses TikTok of exposing minors to predators and cyberbullying through its account settings, which could result in a fine of up to 6% of the company's global revenue.

The European Commission found TikTok violated EU digital rules by failing to protect minors' privacy, allowing adults to view children's accounts and exposing them to cyberbullying and predatory behavior. The EU warned TikTok could face a fine up to 6% of its annual revenue if it does not address the issue, following a prior finding about the app's 'addictive design' harming users.

The European Commission found TikTok violated EU digital rules by failing to protect minors' privacy, allowing adults to access their accounts and exposing them to cyberbullying and predatory behavior. The EU also cited TikTok's 'addictive design' features, such as autoplay and infinite scrolling, as harmful to users' physical and mental health.

Mr. Sowore is facing a court threat to close his defense in a cyberbullying trial. He presented lawyer Deji Adeyanju as his first witness during the defense opening on July 6. Sowore is set to run against Mr. Tinubu's bid for a second term in the 2027 election.

The Punjab Assembly has submitted a resolution seeking a nationwide ban on social media accounts for children under 16 without parental consent, citing concerns over cyberbullying, online sexual abuse, and digital addiction. The proposal recommends federal legislation requiring parental consent through age-verification systems and mandates social media companies to enhance child safety measures.

Pennsylvania’s 2026-27 budget includes new school code initiatives prioritizing student safety and mental health, allocating $900 million for public schools, $100 million for mental health and safety resources, and implementing policies on cyberbullying, social media literacy, and eating disorder awareness education.

Bukola Saraki will challenge a Kwara High Court ruling that dismissed his jurisdiction objection in a defamation and cyberbullying case filed by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. The case involves criminal charges related to defamation and cyberbullying.

Illinois enacts new laws effective July 1, including permanent cocktails-to-go, expanded cyberbullying protections for AI-generated images, and new rules for older motorists. Senate Bill 618 and House Bill 3851 address drink delivery regulations and student safety, while additional laws impact education records and driver requirements.

A memorial at the U.S. Capitol honored 272 children and young adults who died due to social media-related harms, with families, lawmakers, and advocates calling for safer social media legislation. The event, held on Social Media Victims Remembrance Day, was organized by two mothers whose sons died in 2020 from incidents linked to social media.

A memorial event at the U.S. Capitol honored 268 children and young adults who died due to social media-related harms, including cyberbullying and drug-related incidents. The event, part of Social Media Victims Remembrance Day, featured bipartisan calls for legislation to increase accountability of tech companies. The display included placards with photos and ages of victims, organized by two mothers whose sons died in 2020.

Omoyele Sowore, publisher of Sahara Reporters, has stated he will represent himself in court until a new legal team is formed for the alleged cyberbullying case against him.

The autopsy report of 'Storage Wars' star Darrell Sheets reveals new details about his death. Authorities were investigating claims he was being cyberbullied before his death, as confirmed by Page Six.

The autopsy report of 'Storage Wars' star Darrell Sheets has been released, with authorities investigating claims he was cyberbullied prior to his death, as confirmed by Page Six.

Darrell Sheets, a star of 'Storage Wars,' endured severe cyberbullying in his final days before his unexpected death. The article highlights his emotional distress and the impact of online harassment.

Australia became the first country to ban social media for children in late 2025, aiming to mitigate risks like cyberbullying, addiction, and exposure to predators. The policy reflects growing global concerns about the impact of social media on youth well-being.