teenagers
Coverage of teenagers in the Nexus archive.
- 7 teens shot, 1 fatally, in separate shootings across Chicago
At least seven teenagers were shot during separate shootings across Chicago on Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. Police confirmed these incidents took place, with one of the victims reported to have died.
- Pflugerville gun store break-in: Teens arrested for stealing 34 firearms, fleeing in stolen vehicle
Two teenagers were arrested in connection with a break-in that occurred at a Pflugerville gun store. During the incident, 34 firearms were stolen from the location.
- OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens, promising a more age-appropriate chatbot
OpenAI is launching a version of ChatGPT specifically designed for teenagers, promising it will be more age-appropriate. This release targets teens, who are already using AI tools for various purposes including schoolwork, general questions about daily life, and even companionship.
- 16 teens arrested after rave at Chicago's Congress Theatre, police say
Chicago police arrested 16 teenagers after officers responded to an unsanctioned rave. The illegal event took place inside the historic Congress Theatre.
- Chicago shootings leave 1 dead, 5 wounded overnight
Shootings occurred across Chicago Wednesday night into Thursday. These incidents resulted in one person being killed and five other people were wounded. Among the injured individuals were two teenagers.
- Teenagers allegedly beat an Arab bus driver unconscious overnight in Jerusalem
Teenagers allegedly beat an Arab bus driver unconscious in Jerusalem, causing him to lose four teeth and pass out. The police have opened an investigation amid a series of similar attacks on bus drivers in the capital.
- Most Australian teens still online three months after under-16 ban
Most Australian teenagers remain online three months after an under-16 ban was implemented. A report found that most teens had circumvented the ban, prompting the Australian government to defend the policy.
- Two Indiana teenagers jailed for more than 200 YEARS over woman's brutal murder
Two teenagers from Indiana have been sentenced to more than 200 years in prison for the murder of a woman. The case involved a brutal crime leading to a lengthy combined sentence.
- Congress hasn't passed AI rules for schools. So these 98 teens did it themselves
Congress has not passed AI rules for schools, prompting 98 teenagers to create their own guidelines on AI usage in assignments, tests, and AI literacy education. The teens aimed to address questions about appropriate AI use in academic settings and who should teach AI literacy.
- 'Door kick challenge': Teens caught on camera kicking hole in front door of Valencia home
Two teenagers were filmed kicking through the front door of a home in Valencia, an act linked to the 'door kick challenge' social media trend. Authorities from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Santa Clarita Valley Station reported responding to multiple similar incidents.
- Three teenagers drown in irrigation canal in Konaseema District
Three teenagers drowned in an irrigation canal in Konaseema District. The incident occurred in a local irrigation canal, though no further details are provided in the article.
- Our fortnight from hell: Young teenagers having sex on the beach, luxury homes trashed by drunk teens and parents who couldn't care less. Locals from this seaside village reveal their nightmare
Locals in a seaside village describe a two-week period of turmoil caused by teenagers engaging in public sexual activity on beaches, vandalizing luxury homes while drunk, and parents neglecting to supervise their children. The incidents have created a chaotic environment for residents.
- Five teens injured after crashing carjacked vehicle during Dallas police chase
Five teenagers were hospitalized after crashing a carjacked sedan into a traffic light pole during a brief police chase in Dallas, according to Dallas authorities.
- Macomb Township family says fireworks were thrown at their home while children slept inside
A Macomb Township family reported that fireworks were thrown at their home around 2 a.m., causing significant fear as their children slept inside. Surveillance footage captured three teenagers involved in the incident, prompting an investigation by the Macomb County Sheriff's Office. Neighbors expressed concern and called for accountability.
- Family targeted in mass shooting that left 5 dead in Illinois, police say
Five people were killed in a targeted mass shooting against a family in East St. Louis, Illinois. Two teenagers were arrested, and the shooter is connected to the victims' family. The incident occurred at three locations, including a park.
- Queensland unlawfully detained children in adult watch house without private toilet access, tribunal finds
The Queensland government unlawfully detained three children aged 13-17 in an adult-only watch house in Cairns without private toilet access or clean clothes, violating their human rights. A tribunal ruled this breached the law and ordered the state to apologize.
- Vape packaging and flavouring face restrictions under UK plans to reduce appeal to children
The UK plans to restrict vape packaging and flavoring to reduce their appeal to children, including plain packaging and limiting device colors to white, black, or grey. The proposals aim to align e-cigarette regulations with tobacco laws, as 20% of teenagers have tried vaping.
- Three Murfreesboro juveniles arrested after Instagram transaction robbery
Three juveniles were arrested and charged with aggravated robbery after two teenagers were robbed during an Instagram sale. The incident occurred as part of a transaction facilitated through the social media platform.
- Waymo video could determine charges after teens' bizarre California ride
Police are waiting for video from Waymo to determine if two teenagers accused of drinking alcohol and firing an Orbeez gun from inside a self-driving vehicle will face additional charges. The incident occurred in San Mateo, California, and a Waymo representative contacted police following the event.
- Metz sentenced for shooting teenager taking homecoming photos in 2024
Metz was sentenced for shooting a teenager who was taking homecoming photos in September 2024. The incident occurred after his girlfriend called to inform him about two teenagers on the property seeking a spot for photos.
- 2 teens detained after causing 'trouble' in Waymo vehicle in California
Two 15-year-olds were detained after causing 'trouble' in a Waymo self-driving SUV in California. They were reported to be drinking and 'shooting' from inside the vehicle, prompting a response from the San Mateo Police Department.
- Teenagers among 7 people injured in 2 shootings on same Garfield Park block, police say
Teenagers were among seven people injured in two shootings on Chicago's West Side, specifically on the Garfield Park block, according to police. The incidents occurred early Sunday.
- Melbourne stabbing: teenagers arrested after boy left outside Craigieburn hospital dies
A 15-year-old boy died after being left outside Craigieburn Community hospital in Melbourne with suspected stab wounds. Two teenagers were arrested in connection to the incident.
- Delivery driver hits teens on e-bike who ran stop sign
A delivery driver struck two teenagers riding an e-bike in Boulder on Monday afternoon after they ran a stop sign, according to police.
- BRPD identifies man killed in shooting on Osceola Street
A fight between teenagers resulted in a fatal shooting that killed one person and injured four others in Baton Rouge on June 27. BRPD identified the man killed in the incident on Osceola Street.
- Alameda beach 'takeover' sparks concern
Community activists and East Bay residents are urging action to prevent a potential beach takeover by teenagers in Alameda, following a recent violent incident at Crown Memorial State Beach where two people were shot. Concerns have risen over safety and the recurrence of such events.
- The battle for a French-owned beach...in Sussex: Moment teenagers scale fence to cool off in the sea - after firm stopped locals using it for 18 years
Teenagers in Sussex scaled a fence to access a French-owned beach, which a company has restricted for 18 years. The incident highlights a long-standing conflict between locals and the private entity over beach usage.
- Chicago teens tell City Council lack of youth spaces fuels teen takeovers
Chicago teenagers urged City Council to invest in free, safe, and welcoming youth spaces, arguing that the lack of such options contributes to teen takeovers.
- Teens seen hanging out of Waymo in busy SoCal traffic
Teens were photographed hanging on the side of a Waymo vehicle during rush hour in Santa Monica. The incident occurred in busy Southern California traffic.
- 5 San Jose residents arrested for East Bay car burglaries
Five San Jose residents, including two teenagers, were arrested in Livermore for breaking into cars. The incident occurred at 2:30 a.m. on June 18 when multiple residents called 911 to report masked burglars breaking into vehicles. Police surrounded an area near Holmes Street.
- Teens attack man on train who asked them to turn down their music, shocking video shows
A man on a Sydney train asked teenagers to turn down their music, leading to a violent attack by the group. A viral social media video captured the incident, which left witnesses terrified.
- Jury watches heartbreaking video of teen dancing with friends moment before boat crashes, kills her
A jury viewed a video of a teenager dancing with friends moments before a boat crash that killed her. The boat operator was described as driving at full speed through a narrow channel while teenagers on board had consumed alcohol.
- The theme park designers using neuroscience to make rides feel extra scary - and why teenagers feel it more than other ages
Theme park designers are using neuroscience to enhance the scariness of rides. The article explains why teenagers experience these rides as more intense compared to other age groups.
- The theme park designers using neuroscience to make rides feel extra scary - and why teenagers feel it more than other ages
Theme park designers use neuroscience to create scarier rides, with teenagers experiencing these effects more intensely than other age groups.
- Tributes paid to 'beautiful' young woman, 18, allegedly killed after being hit by teenagers in stolen digger
An 18-year-old woman described as 'beautiful' was allegedly killed after being hit by teenagers in a stolen digger. Tributes have been paid to the young woman.
- Two teenagers arrested after BB gun shootings injure two downtown
Two teenagers were arrested in Downtown Nashville following two BB gun shootings that injured two people. The incidents occurred in the downtown area, and the suspects are now in custody.
- Shocking number of teens say they’ve been targeted by AI nudes: ‘It is disturbingly easy’
A survey by George Mason University researchers found that 33% of 557 teenagers reported having a sexualized AI-generated image of them shared without consent. The study highlights the ease with which AI technology can be misused to create and distribute non-consensual explicit content targeting minors.
- DMV Data: More teens pass driving test than adults in Colorado
An analysis of Colorado DMV data revealed that teenagers pass driving tests at a higher rate than adults, and more individuals pass the driving test compared to the written test. The findings were compiled in a report by Zutobi, a driver's education app.
- Carry on scrolling: Ministers admit teenagers will 'inevitably' find ways to get round Labour's 'rushed' social media ban
Ministers admit teenagers will inevitably find ways to bypass Labour's rushed social media ban. The government acknowledges the challenge of enforcing the ban.
- Two teenagers arrested after girl critically injured in loading vehicle incident
Two teenagers were arrested after a girl was critically injured in a loading vehicle incident. The incident occurred in the Chalkwell Park area of Southend.