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๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ahead of March 3rd, Pork Belly Day... Korean Pork Discounted up to 50%

Major supermarkets and online platforms in South Korea will offer discounts on Korean pork ahead of March 3rd, Pork Belly Day.

Mar 1 โ€ข 02:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police apprehend teenager using online platforms to coerce minors into self-harm and sexual practices

A teenager was apprehended in Brazil for coercing minors into self-harm and sexual acts via online platforms like Discord and Telegram.

Feb 27 โ€ข 19:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Suspected: Young men committed online commerce crimes - threatened sellers with violence

Two young men are suspected of committing serious robberies through online sales platforms, using threats of violence against the sellers.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
Life & Tech

To cover expenses on athletes' paths, more and more Olympians are supplementing their income by exposing themselves online

Increasing numbers of Olympic athletes are turning to online platforms for adult content to support their career expenses, amidst financial struggles.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
Life & Tech

To support athletes' careers, more and more Olympians earn additional income by exposing themselves online

A growing trend among Olympians is leveraging their bodies on online platforms to sustain their careers amid financial difficulties.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Why Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Gained Online Ground: An Interview with Mr. Yamashige of JX Communications

This article discusses how Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi leveraged online platforms, particularly YouTube, to secure her position in the recent Japanese House of Representatives elections, highlighting the influence of social media on voter perception.

Feb 22 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Guide to a Dangerous Playground: 'It's no longer a man standing in the parking lot luring your child with candy'

The article discusses the dangers associated with online gaming platforms like Roblox, particularly in the context of recent violent incidents linked to the game.

Feb 21 โ€ข 07:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

More than 130 tourist apartments, closed according to the Valencia City Council, continue to be advertised on digital platforms

Despite being officially closed by the Valencia City Council, over 130 tourist apartments are still listed on online platforms like Airbnb and Booking.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Fraudster tricks businessmen out of crores in the name of online trading

A businessman in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, was cheated of 1.31 crore rupees in a significant cyber fraud involving online trading platforms.

Feb 20 โ€ข 09:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Want to allow retail sale of alcohol in web shops

The proposal to permit the retail sale of alcohol through online platforms is being discussed in Iceland.

Feb 19 โ€ข 17:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

A potential nuclear-capable system.. Kim's new weapon ignites platforms

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's reveal of a new multi-barrel rocket launcher has sparked considerable debate online regarding its implications for regional security and internal power dynamics.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The trial against the young Portuguese who incited school massacres in Brazil through digital platforms begins

The trial of a young Portuguese man accused of instigating school massacres in Brazil via online platforms has commenced in Portugal.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Poll finds 90% in favour of social media age ban, while advocates urge action for online harms

A new poll shows that 90% of Canadians support implementing a minimum age for social media use and the creation of regulatory bodies to oversee tech platforms in response to online safety concerns.

Feb 19 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Gabon: the suspension of social networks, a decision with significant economic repercussions

Gabon has officially suspended social networks, including Facebook and TikTok, leading to substantial economic impacts, especially for online media reliant on these platforms.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
Crime & Justice

1,000 suspected paedophiles being arrested every month

The National Crime Agency reports that the UK is arresting 1,000 suspected paedophiles each month amidst rising concerns about child sexual abuse facilitated by online platforms.

Feb 18 โ€ข 00:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Social Media: A Ban is Always Easier than Considering What Teenagers Actually Need

The article discusses the debate over banning children under 14 from social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, suggesting that such an approach may overlook the actual needs of youth.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

"Whoever changes religion, cut off his head": associations urge the state to act against Islamic books

Associations in France are calling on the state to take action against Islamic texts that incite violence and jihad, which are available for sale online and through cultural platforms.

Feb 16 โ€ข 20:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Germany Blog: SPD Calls for Social Media Ban for Children Under 14 Years

The SPD in Germany advocates for a complete social media ban for children under the age of 14, suggesting stricter regulations for online platforms.

Feb 15 โ€ข 10:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Operation "Artemis": Four arrests for child pornography via the internet

An operation named "Artemis" led to the arrests of four individuals in Greece for crimes related to child pornography through online platforms.

Feb 15 โ€ข 08:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Hate groups and terrorists use video game platforms to recruit children

Hate groups and terrorist organizations are reportedly exploiting popular online games like Minecraft and Roblox to recruit children for extremist activities, according to researchers.

Feb 15 โ€ข 07:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Russians Found Ukrainians Selling Donated Generators: What Is the Reality?

Russian media and social networks are circulating claims that Ukrainians are selling electricity generators donated as humanitarian aid from Poland and Georgia on online trading platforms.

Feb 14 โ€ข 16:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Leaving Social Media Is Not Heroism. We Just Became Bored

The article discusses the concept of leaving social media platforms, suggesting it is not an act of bravery but rather a reaction to boredom.

Feb 14 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Tax Office: Individuals Earned at Least 64 Million Euros Through Platforms Last Year

Individuals in Estonia have increasingly turned to online platforms to earn income, with earnings rising from 89 million euros in 2023 to over 109 million euros projected for 2024.

Feb 13 โ€ข 09:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Protecting Without Surveillance: The Great Dilemma of Age Verification in Brazil

Brazil's new Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents mandates age verification on risky online platforms, raising concerns about privacy and autonomy for young users.

Feb 13 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ RNZ World
National & Local

A new wave of romance scams is washing across the internet - hereโ€™s how to stay safe

Romance scams are increasingly prevalent, using online platforms and AI tools to manipulate victims emotionally and financially, especially around Valentine's Day.

Feb 12 โ€ข 01:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Roblox child safety warning after Nebraska kidnapping case

A Nebraska kidnapping case involving two girls highlights the dangers of online grooming through gaming platforms like Roblox.

Feb 11 โ€ข 19:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Maharashtra: Man cheated of more than 1 crore rupees, police investigation underway

A 39-year-old man from Thane lost over 1.17 crores to online fraudsters who lured him into investing in virtual stores on platforms like Facebook and TikTok.

Feb 11 โ€ข 09:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Roblox, Discord, YouTube, and More: Platforms Adopt Age Verification with Selfies After Pressure; See How It Works

Following pressure for improved safety measures, major platforms like Discord, YouTube, and Roblox are now requiring age verification through selfies or identification documents.

Feb 11 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Teaching Children about Internet Safety: 'A Child Would Rather Let Their Naked Picture Circulate Online than Have Their Phone Taken Away'

Inger Klesment emphasizes the importance of teaching children digital safety and raising parents' awareness of online dangers such as those lurking behind gaming platforms like Roblox.

Feb 10 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

How to buy returned products and save on Amazon and Mercado Livre

This article provides tips on how to purchase returned items at discounted prices from online platforms like Amazon and Mercado Livre.

Feb 9 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Super Bowl 2026, live: how to watch online New England Patriots vs. Seattle Seahawks in Argentina

The Super Bowl 2026 featuring the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks can be watched live in Argentina on various online platforms.

Feb 8 โ€ข 19:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
World

Revealed: How Substack makes money from hosting Nazi newsletters

A Guardian investigation has uncovered that Substack profits from hosting newsletters that propagate Nazi ideology and white supremacy.

Feb 7 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

A designer working for Shein explains how much money she earns per month by working for this company

A designer working for Shein discusses her monthly earnings and the impact of online shopping platforms on consumer habits.

Feb 7 โ€ข 13:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Life & Tech

Best Crypto Casinos in 2026: Spartans, JACKBIT, Lucky Rebel, and BitStarz Redefined Online Sports Betting

The article discusses the top crypto casinos in 2026, emphasizing how platforms like Spartans, JACKBIT, Lucky Rebel, and BitStarz are transforming online sports betting by focusing on speed, transparency, and value for players.

Feb 6 โ€ข 17:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Early Morning Deliveries from Large Supermarkets: Will They Open the Floodgates?

The government and ruling party are discussing legal amendments to allow early morning deliveries from large supermarkets, aiming to address concerns over the dominance of online platforms like Coupang, despite potential backlash from small businesses.

Feb 5 โ€ข 10:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Will Relaxing Early Morning Delivery Break Coupang's Monopoly? ... Itโ€™s Like Sacrificing Traditional Markets

As discussions intensify around amending the distribution industry development law to allow early morning deliveries from large supermarkets, debates over retail regulations have reignited, pitting the interests of traditional markets against the growing dominance of online platforms like Coupang.

Feb 5 โ€ข 10:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

France: '2026 will be the year of resistance against Shein,' says minister

French Minister Serge Papin announced that 2026 will be the year of resistance against Shein and other online platforms that he claims are not accountable for their products.

Feb 5 โ€ข 09:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

โ€˜Taste matchingโ€™: finding love on the internet through Goodreads and not on Tinder

More people are forming emotional connections based on shared cultural tastes on platforms like Reddit or Instagram instead of traditional dating apps like Tinder.

Feb 5 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ NPR
Life & Tech

Moltbook is the newest social media platform โ€” but it's just for AI bots

Moltbook is a new social media platform designed exclusively for AI bots, allowing them to interact and exhibit behaviors similar to humans.

Feb 4 โ€ข 21:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The keys to Sรกnchez's plan to prohibit social media for minors under 16: "There is no technology to do it safely"

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sรกnchez announced a plan to prohibit access to social media for children under 16, calling it a response to the risks associated with online platforms, though experts warn that some aspects of the initiatives may introduce new dangers.

Feb 4 โ€ข 19:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
Life & Tech

Two months into the social media ban and teenagers say it isn't working

Two months after Australia's ban on social media platforms for those under 16, teenagers report that the restrictions have had little to no effect on their online activities.

Feb 4 โ€ข 19:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Online safety watchdog says tech giants failing to detect child abuse

A report from eSafety claims major tech companies like Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft are not doing enough to detect and prevent child sexual abuse on their platforms.

Feb 4 โ€ข 19:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Refrigerators and fridges lead sales and searches for used appliances in SC; see list

Used refrigerators were the most sold items in Santa Catarina in 2025, as reported by an analysis of online classified platforms.

Feb 4 โ€ข 14:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
World

The Government will pursue misinformation on networks

The government is implementing a package of measures to combat illegal online content and misinformation, including criminal prosecution of CEOs of digital platforms that allow such content.

Feb 3 โ€ข 20:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Where are the more than 86,200 illegal short-term rentals: 74% are concentrated in four coastal communities

In Spain, one in five short-term rentals is illegal, with the Ministry of Housing identifying over 86,200 tourist and temporary flats that lack the necessary rental registration since July, out of which 20.9% of applications have been rejected and must be removed from online platforms like Airbnb or Booking.

Feb 3 โ€ข 00:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

China accused of erasing Mongolian language and culture online, new study finds

A new study reveals that China is being accused of systematically erasing the Mongolian language and culture from online platforms.

Feb 1 โ€ข 16:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

China slaps US$3.7 million fine on Kuaishou over live-streaming e-commerce violation

China has imposed a US$3.7 million fine on Kuaishou for violating regulations in live-streaming e-commerce as part of a broader crackdown on undesirable practices in Chinese online platforms.

Jan 31 โ€ข 07:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

People doing New Yearโ€™s clutter clear-out could trigger HMRC consequences

Reselling items during New Yearโ€™s decluttering may lead to tax issues if certain conditions are met, as users take advantage of online platforms.

Jan 14 โ€ข 13:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Beijing launches antitrust investigation into Trip.com ahead of Lunar New Year break

Beijing has initiated an antitrust investigation into Trip.com as part of its ongoing scrutiny of online platforms in China, particularly ahead of the Lunar New Year.

Jan 14 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
Life & Tech

Why does no one write reviews anymore?: We are also to blame

The article discusses the crisis of cultural criticism, questioning the reasons behind the lack of rebellious dissent in the younger generation and the shift towards online platforms for reviews.

Jan 13 โ€ข 10:58 UTC

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