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🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

All the Accounts That Threatened Her Were Him: The Full Scope of Sexual Violence Revealed Through Investigation

An investigation reveals that a teenage girl was threatened with the dissemination of her sexual images by her former boyfriend, who had created multiple accounts to harass her on social media.

Mar 21 • 23:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Flavor woman', 'wants to be a man': bodybuilder from interior SP is targeted by attacks on social media after competition

A bodybuilder from Itapeva, SP, faced online harassment and prejudiced comments following her competition in Campinas, despite her victory and initial excitement about the event.

Mar 21 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

«Disrespect and lack of respect!» Renowned doctor, who called for tolerance on social media, insulted Kelly Sildaru

A prominent surgeon, who has advocated for tolerance on social media, has received backlash after sending a derogatory message to athlete Kelly Sildaru.

Mar 18 • 13:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Court dismisses ex-IG cyberbullying case against Sowore

A Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed cyberbullying charges against activist Omoyele Sowore due to lack of prosecution by the former Inspector General of Police.

Mar 18 • 09:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Rifles, cameras, and cyberbullying in the new 'terror comedy' from HBO Max: as if the neighbors of Valencia lived in Trump's United States

The new HBO Max documentary series 'Vecinos' depicts absurd neighborhood disputes in the U.S., reflecting a dysfunctional society obsessed with its concept of freedom.

Mar 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Mohbad: Group petitions police over alleged cyberbullying

A group in Nigeria has urged the police to investigate cyberbullying incidents related to the campaign for justice for the late artist Mohbad.

Mar 16 • 01:23 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"I will make you drink his tears": behind the suicide of Mehdi Bassit, cyberbullying raids reveal the toxic side of TikTok

The article explores the toxic environment on TikTok that has surfaced following the suicide of TikToker Mehdi Bassit, highlighting ongoing digital conflicts fueled by cyberbullying.

Mar 14 • 07:52 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Cyberbullying: Moniepoint denies involvement in customer arrest

Moniepoint Microfinance Bank has refuted accusations of being involved in the arrest of a customer who criticized its services.

Mar 13 • 20:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

New regulations in Santa Fe: prohibition of cell phone use in primary schools and restrictions in secondary schools

New rules in the Santa Fe province prohibit cell phone use in primary schools and restrict it in secondary schools as part of a digital education program.

Mar 11 • 19:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

Two arrested for harassing Ione Belarra through messages on a social network

Two men have been arrested in Spain for allegedly threatening and cyberbullying Ione Belarra, the secretary general of Podemos, through social media.

Mar 11 • 15:20 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: An 'Alarming' Two-Thirds of Children Say Cyberbullying Has Increased

A UN report reveals that two-thirds of children worldwide believe cyberbullying has increased, emphasizing a need for urgent protective measures in the online space.

Mar 11 • 04:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The propagandist of the Slovak coalition Bombic was found guilty of extremism and cyberbullying

A Slovak coalition propagandist named Bombic has been convicted of extremism and cyberbullying.

Mar 10 • 19:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Documentary used false report to attack activist Maria da Penha, says MP

A documentary falsely accused activist Maria da Penha by using a falsified document, leading to legal action against the involved parties according to the Ceará Public Ministry.

Mar 10 • 19:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Junior Andre reveals extent of 'disgusting' abuse Harvey Price faces from cruel trolls

Junior Andre expresses sadness over the abusive comments his brother Harvey Price faces online due to his disabilities.

Mar 9 • 08:10 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Pay gaps, bullying, violence: Challenges for women's rights in the EU

The article discusses ongoing challenges to women's rights in the EU, including pay gaps, bullying, and violence, especially highlighted during International Women's Day.

Mar 6 • 13:58 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16

Indonesia will implement a ban on social media access for children under the age of 16 due to concerns about online safety and mental health.

Mar 6 • 13:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Indonesia will prohibit access to social networks for those under 16 years old

The Indonesian government will ban social media access for individuals under the age of 16 due to concerns related to pornography, cyberbullying, scams, and internet addiction.

Mar 6 • 12:49 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Hate, school, and real legal tools for protecting children

The article discusses the challenges faced by children and parents regarding cyberbullying and the limited responses from schools and legal systems in Poland.

Mar 5 • 04:49 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Childhood and Social Networks

70% of Ecuadorian minors use TikTok and WhatsApp, prompting proposed reforms to limit access for those under 15 to safeguard their digital interactions.

Mar 2 • 14:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

It Can Have Irreversible Consequences: Even Young Children in Czechia Exchange Intimate Photos

The phenomenon of sexting has increasingly involved younger children in Czechia, with some cases involving children as young as nine years old exchanging intimate images.

Mar 1 • 09:53 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Violence, networks, and bullying: how to address what is said and what is silenced in the 'digital planet'

The article discusses the prevalence of digital violence among adolescents in Argentina, highlighting the different forms of bullying that extend beyond school environments.

Feb 28 • 17:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Social media restrictions for children are getting closer. KO reveals the cards

The Polish government is set to implement age restrictions on social media access for children under 15, shifting the responsibility to digital platforms.

Feb 27 • 13:43 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

The trial filed by Algerian boxer Imane Khelif for cyberbullying postponed to early 2027

The trial for cyberbullying against Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, filed against far-right influencer Papacito, has been postponed to January 28, 2027.

Feb 26 • 21:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Schools received instructions about mobile phones. "Do not create group chats for children," it says

Czech schools have been advised not to set up group chats for students on mobile phones due to potential social and safety issues.

Feb 26 • 16:30 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
Crime & Justice

France: trial begins for cyberbullying of Imane Khelif, star of Algerian boxing

The trial for extreme-right influencer Papacito, accused of cyberbullying Algerian Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif, begins in Paris amid public controversy regarding gender-related harassment.

Feb 26 • 09:04 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

National Assembly processes law that prohibits the use of social media before the age of 15

Ecuador's National Assembly is considering a law to prohibit children under 15 from using social media to protect their integrity and reduce risks associated with premature exposure to inappropriate content and cyberbullying.

Feb 24 • 16:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Do mobile bans improve student performance? Researchers analyzed data from 21 countries including Czechia

A study on mobile phone bans in schools reveals mixed effects on student performance, highlighting that such bans are not a universal solution.

Feb 23 • 10:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Everything for the children, but without the children: the debate on banning social networks for minors

Spanish politicians are pushing to ban social media access for children, emphasizing the need to listen to the youth and understand their perspectives before implementing such measures.

Feb 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Debate on Social Media: Federal Students' Conference: Social Media Ban for Young People Only Delays the Problem

At the Federal Students' Conference, there are concerns that a proposed social media ban for those under 16 merely shifts the issue rather than addressing the root causes of mental health pressures among youth.

Feb 20 • 09:37 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Cyberbullying is growing at an incredible speed - explained why it is becoming increasingly difficult to control it

The report highlights a staggering increase in cyberbullying incidents in Lithuania, rising over three times in just one year.

Feb 19 • 08:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Cyberbullying: a problem of technology or a reflection of ourselves?

The article discusses how online bullying reflects personal relationships and values rather than being solely a technological issue.

Feb 17 • 15:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Police Detain Journalist Over Story About Niger Gov's Aide

Nigerian journalist Ahmed Isah Sakpe has been detained by police over allegations of cyberbullying and defamation involving a government official.

Feb 17 • 14:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Living Under Constant Threats': The Australian Trying to Remove Children From Social Networks

Julie Inman Grant, the director of Australia's eSafety Commission, faces constant death threats while tackling online safety issues, including misinformation and cyberbullying.

Feb 17 • 13:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Blue Star Ferries in Mytilene – Two-Day Educational Initiative

Blue Star Ferries conducted a two-day educational initiative in Mytilene focusing on the prevention of cyberbullying and youth violence.

Feb 17 • 09:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Significant Help Coming for Online Victims of Bullying – A New Application to Stop Bullying

A new EU initiative is launching a mobile application aimed at combating online bullying among youths, with more support and reporting mechanisms in place.

Feb 13 • 09:58 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"You will be met with teeth in Värska!" Repeat offender forced the finance minister to turn to the police

Estonian Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi has reported a repeat offender to the police following multiple threats directed at him.

Feb 11 • 13:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The European Commission presented a plan to protect young people from cyberbullying

The European Commission has unveiled a new initiative aimed at safeguarding young individuals from the dangers of cyberbullying.

Feb 10 • 20:10 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The European Commission presents a plan to protect young people from cyberbullying

The European Commission has unveiled an action plan aimed at protecting young people from cyberbullying, including the creation of a Europe-wide app for victims.

Feb 10 • 15:57 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

European Commission: Action Plan Against Cyberbullying Targeting Children and Adolescents

The European Commission has presented an action plan to combat cyberbullying, focusing on protecting young people online.

Feb 10 • 15:47 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The EU takes action against cyberbullying: DSA guidelines and prevention

The European Commission has proposed a new action plan to combat cyberbullying through a user-friendly application for reporting incidents and promoting safer digital practices among youth.

Feb 10 • 14:56 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Schoolgirl assaulted near Lyon: the alleged perpetrators under judicial control

Two 14-year-old girls have been placed under judicial control for the aggravated assault of a schoolgirl near Lyon, with one being sent to a closed educational center.

Feb 7 • 19:32 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Bullying Day, Daniel's Story: "I Was Alone Against Everyone, Now I Help Victims Like Me"

Daniel Pisoni reflects on his past experiences with bullying and his current efforts to support victims on Bullying Day.

Feb 7 • 08:09 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Cyberbullying: Sowore loses bid to tender Tinubu’s anti-Jonathan comment

The Federal High Court in Abuja denied activist Omoyele Sowore's request to present statements from President Tinubu against former Presidents Jonathan and Obasanjo in his cyberbullying trial.

Feb 5 • 00:08 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Cyberbullying: Court rejects defence exhibits in Sowore trial

The Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected defence documents in the cyberbullying trial of activist Omoyele Sowore, ruling that they were improperly admitted.

Feb 4 • 20:47 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Cyberbullying Also Concerns Business

With the development of new technologies, businesses are becoming increasingly dependent on operating in the digital space, which can lead to negative campaigns against them, including hate, threats, false reports, and misinformation, even using deepfake technology.

Jan 13 • 04:40 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Memos Begnis on abusive messages on social media: These people are cowards, hiding behind a keyboard

Actor Memos Begnis discussed receiving abusive messages on social media, calling those who send them cowards who hide behind a keyboard.

Jan 12 • 13:55 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Crime & Justice

10 people found guilty of cyberbullying France’s first lady Brigitte Macron

Ten individuals have been convicted for their involvement in the cyberbullying of Brigitte Macron, the First Lady of France.

Jan 5 • 21:45 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Crime & Justice

Anatomy of the Hoax About Brigitte Macron: A Medium, an Apartment in Milan, and the Far Right's Favorite Conspiracy

A Paris court has sentenced ten individuals for cyberbullying Brigitte Macron, imposing penalties ranging from conditional prison sentences to firm imprisonment, alongside compensation payments.

Jan 5 • 21:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Crime & Justice

Brigitte Macron: Ten found guilty of cyberbullying French first lady

Ten individuals have been found guilty of cyberbullying Brigitte Macron, the First Lady of France.

Jan 5 • 17:51 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Crime & Justice

Cyberbullying Against Brigitte Macron: France's Justice Draws a Line

French courts have sentenced ten individuals to suspended prison terms for a cyberbullying campaign against First Lady Brigitte Macron, involving the dissemination of defamatory fake news.

Jan 5 • 15:06 UTC

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