Digital ECA: ANPD says that systems and app stores will be scrutinized more rigorously
The Brazilian National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) announced increased scrutiny of operating systems and app stores following the implementation of the Digital Statute of the Child and Adolescent (ECA Digital).
The Expansion of the ECA to the Virtual World
The article discusses the need to update Brazil's Statute of the Child and Adolescent (ECA) to address contemporary challenges in protecting children in the digital age.
13-year-old stabs classmate inside school in Vitória
A 13-year-old student stabbed another classmate of the same age inside a municipal school in the Jardim Camburi neighborhood of Vitória, Brazil.
Minas Gerais man targeted in international investigation over child and adolescent sexual exploitation network on the internet
A 21-year-old man from Itabira is under international investigation for his alleged involvement in an online sexual exploitation network targeting children and adolescents.
Lula signs decrees regulating Digital ECA; see main points
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has signed three decrees to implement the Digital Child and Adolescent Statute (ECA) in Brazil, aimed at enhancing protections for minors online.
Podcast: what changes in the online protection of children and adolescents with the Digital Child and Adolescent Statute
The Digital Child and Adolescent Statute (ECA Digital) took effect in Brazil, regulating online services for those under 18, with an official signing delayed for further review by President Lula.
Alana Institute launches book on the creation of the Digital ECA
The Alana Institute is releasing a book detailing the creation of Brazil's Digital Child and Adolescent Statute, coinciding with the new regulations governing minors' access to social networks.
Federal Police execute two search and seizure warrants for child and adolescent sexual abuse in the region
The Federal Police conducted search and seizure operations in Resende and Barra Mansa, Rio de Janeiro, targeting online child sexual abuse as part of a larger initiative.
Teenager who disappeared after being dropped off at school is found in Senador Canedo
A 14-year-old girl who went missing for three days in Goiânia was found safe in Senador Canedo by the police.
Lula is set to sign a decree that regulates the Digital Child and Adolescent Statute this Tuesday; see main points
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is expected to sign decrees that will regulate the Digital Statute of the Child and Adolescent, imposing strict measures on social media platforms to protect minors.
Lula is expected to sign a decree regulating the Digital Child and Adolescent Statute this Tuesday; see main points
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is set to sign decrees regulating the Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital), which aims to protect minors from harmful online content.
Age verification can combat pornography addiction
Brazil's new Digital Child and Adolescent Statute requires age verification for accessing pornographic websites, aiming to protect minors.
Lula Signs Decree on Internet Content Prohibited for Children
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will sign decrees that establish regulations under the Digital Child and Adolescent Statute to restrict access to harmful content online for minors.
Jundiaí registers one case of violence against children and adolescents per day, points out the Ministry of Human Rights
In Jundiaí, Brazil, at least one child or adolescent is a victim of violence every day, according to data from the Ministry of Human Rights and Citizenship.
'League of Legends' and other Riot games will be blocked for minors under 18 in Brazil
'League of Legends' and several other Riot games will now be restricted to players 18 and older in Brazil, beginning on October 18, as per new regulations regarding child and adolescent protection.
Adolescent apprehended on suspicion of involvement in drug trafficking in Valença
A teenager was apprehended in Valença, Brazil, on suspicion of involvement in drug trafficking activities.
Adolescent spent three days in police station due to lack of internment vacancy in ES
A 16-year-old adolescent in Brazil was held for three days at a police station while awaiting transfer to a socio-educational internment facility due to a lack of vacancies.
12-year-old adolescent who claims to have been a victim of collective rape at school awaits psychological care at SUS
A 12-year-old boy from São Paulo who reported being raped in a school bathroom is currently waiting for psychological treatment through Brazil's public health system, SUS, after refusing to return to school.
IWD: UNICEF unveils podcast to amplify girls’ voices in Kano
UNICEF launched a podcast in Kano aimed at amplifying the voices of adolescent girls as part of the International Women's Day 2026 celebrations.
Godfather arrested on suspicion of raping two goddaughters aged 10 and 11 in Manaus
A 58-year-old man has been arrested in Manaus, Brazil, for allegedly raping his two goddaughters, aged 10 and 11, following an investigation prompted by a report from the Child and Adolescent Guardianship Council.
Research reveals that adolescent defiant behavior may leave a lifelong mark on the body
A new study suggests that conflicts and aggressive behavior during adolescence can have lasting health effects into adulthood.
MP-RO requests that adolescent suspected of killing grandfather and attempting to kill grandmother remain hospitalized
The Public Ministry of Rondônia (MP-RO) has requested that a teenager suspected of murdering her grandfather and attempting to murder her grandmother remain hospitalized while the case is under review.
Nigeria: Teenage Pregnancy Highest in Northern Nigeria - - Report
A report highlights that northern Nigeria faces the highest rates of teenage pregnancy, with Kebbi leading at 32%.
16-year-old falls with car into lake in Atibaia
A 16-year-old adolescent was apprehended after losing control of a vehicle and falling into Lago do Major in Atibaia, Brazil, though he did not sustain any injuries.
14-year-old dies in reservoir in Marcos Parente, in Southern Piauí
A 14-year-old boy named Phablo Vinicios da Silva Mariano tragically drowned in a reservoir in Marcos Parente, Southern Piauí, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities.
Teenager accused of participating in collective rape in RJ is apprehended
A 17-year-old was apprehended in Rio de Janeiro for his alleged involvement in a collective rape case involving another adolescent.
MP-RO receives inquiry about case of adolescent found dead in Porto Velho
The Public Ministry of Rondônia has received the police inquiry regarding the death of a 16-year-old girl, Marta Isabelle, who was found in appalling conditions.
Rio Court Notes 'Successive Errors' by Civil Police in Request for Incarceration of Adolescent in Rape Case
A Brazilian court found significant procedural faults with the Civil Police's request to detain a 17-year-old suspect involved in a gang rape case.
"Extremist and Violent Ideas", Desire for "Revenge": What We Know About the Adolescent Who Stabbed a Student in a College in La Rochelle
A 13-year-old student stabs a fellow classmate multiple times during a physics and chemistry class in La Rochelle, resulting in serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Couple suspected of murdering teenager in distributor arrested
A couple suspected of murdering 17-year-old Esmeralda Domingos da Silva in Palmas, Brazil, has been arrested following a police investigation into the incident fueled by jealousy.
Fugitive from Pará suspected of kidnapping is arrested in ES with the young woman
A 25-year-old fugitive from Pará, suspected of kidnapping an adolescent, was arrested in Espírito Santo.
Collective Rape Against Minors: The Main Victims Are Adolescent Girls
A collective rape case involving a 17-year-old girl in Rio de Janeiro has shocked Brazil, leading to the arrest warrants for four young men involved in the crime.
Therians are analyzed not from judgment but from functional analysis
The article discusses the identity of therians in the context of adolescent and emerging adult identity formation, advocating for a functional analysis over moral judgments to understand their significance better.
The mental health of adolescents
The adolescent stage is crucial for forming habits that affect mental well-being, with suicide being a leading cause of death among young people in Ecuador.
The single-party conclave of North Korea reveals a renewed nuclear drive
The recent congress of North Korea's ruling party showcased a renewed emphasis on its nuclear ambitions while highlighting the rising roles of Kim Jong-un's sister and his adolescent daughter.
Brave and Poetic about Everyday Life in School Corridors
Moa Backe Åstot's new novel, 'It is About You,' is a poetic depiction of adolescent love set in a school environment, which has the potential to become a favorite among classrooms according to Lydia Wistisen.
VIDEO: Father of adolescent killed 20 days after assault in DF says he is living a 'nightmare'
The father of a 16-year-old boy, Rodrigo Castanheira, who died after an assault, speaks about his grief and the lasting impact of his son's death.
ICU at the Children's Hospital expands visiting hours for companions
Visitors to the ICU at the Children’s Hospital and Adolescent Health in Macapá can now stay longer, improving support for hospitalized children.
Jonathan Haidt: "Instagram bears the main responsibility for the collapse of adolescent mental health"
Psychologist Jonathan Haidt argues that Instagram significantly contributes to the decline in mental health among adolescents, highlighting concerns over the impact of social media on youth.
Have you used antidepressants as a child or young person? Tell us
An article by Iltalehti seeks reader experiences regarding childhood or adolescent use of antidepressants, highlighting both benefits and potential side effects.
Operation targets digital crimes against children and adolescents in 11 states
A police operation across 11 Brazilian states is targeting adolescent suspects involved in online crimes against children and teenagers.
Teenager beaten after attempting to steal motorcycle in Suzano
A 17-year-old teenager was beaten after attempting to steal a motorcycle in Suzano, Brazil, and is now hospitalized.
Court of PB decides to maintain the arrests of Hytalo Santos and his husband, convicted of child and adolescent exploitation
The Paraíba Court of Justice has upheld the imprisonment of influencer Hytalo Santos and his husband, Israel Vicente, for producing sexual exploitation content involving minors.
Jordi Nomen, professor and author: 'The self-esteem of many adolescents rests on something beyond their control: the 'likes'
Jordi Nomen discusses the impact of social media on adolescent self-esteem in his new book 'Against the Tyranny of the Like'.
Child and adolescent are taken in after report that mother uses and sells drugs in their presence
A six-year-old girl and a 15-year-old teenager were taken in by the Tutelary Council after police discovered their mother allegedly using and selling drugs in their presence.
The Adolescent Baptism and That Great Passion for the Latin Mass
The article reflects on the contrasting responses from political leaders to two tragic events involving young nationalists in Italy and France.
Federal Police arrests man in operation against sexual abuse of children and adolescents in Natal
The Federal Police arrested a 26-year-old man in Natal as part of an operation targeting child and adolescent sexual abuse via the internet.
14-year-old became pregnant by a 12-year-old: 'It was his idea'
A 14-year-old girl revealed her pregnancy by a 12-year-old boy, sharing their story in the reality show 'Unexpected' about teenage pregnancies.
Zuckerberg admits he ignored concerns from experts and kept beauty filter on Instagram
Mark Zuckerberg testified that he disregarded concerns over adolescent well-being regarding Instagram's beauty filters, citing freedom of expression as his guiding principle.
14-year-old adolescent dies and two people are injured in Pedra Linda in Petrolina
A 14-year-old boy was shot dead and two others were injured in a shooting incident in the Pedra Linda neighborhood of Petrolina, Brazil.