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About 3 million children and adolescents in Brazil between the ages of 12 to 17 have reported being victims of online sexual exploitation or abuse over the past year.

A reader emphasizes the urgent need for the Brazilian government to implement stricter regulations on online platforms to combat gender violence and protect women.

Anjali Devi, a social media influencer from Bihar, was murdered by her husband Kundan Sah shortly after sharing her experiences online about his abusive behavior.

A crime suspect's social media account has become a platform for online support of the crime and secondary victimization of the victim, prompting calls for systematic management of such accounts.

A study by FGV in Rio reveals that Google searches index sites and apps that allow for the non-consensual manipulation of images of women and children, raising concerns about online gender violence and child abuse.

Akshat, accused of murdering his father Manvendra Singh in Lucknow, made alarming revelations about the dismemberment of the body using a saw purchased from the market after failing to use a knife ordered online.

Calls are being made in Victoria for an anonymous online reporting system to help victims of sexual violence report incidents more comfortably and safely.

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

An independent inquiry found that online disinformation played a key role in escalating the 2022 Hindu-Muslim violence in Leicester, compounded by failures of local leadership.

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

An investigation is being conducted into Shein regarding issues of substance abuse and the sale of products linked to violence against children.

The Kenyan government has initiated a cross-border effort to locate a Russian national accused of secretly recording and distributing footage of Kenyan women online.

A woman details her horrifying experience with her husband, who drugged her at night to offer her to strangers online, referring to him as 'Mr. Pelicot.'

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.

A German court case highlights the alarming trends in online chat groups where men exchange information on committing sexual assaults, including the disturbing reaction to the case of Gisèle Pelicot.

A violent incident in Brazil resulted in a woman being injured, stemming from a dispute between children playing Roblox.

Carla Taize Azevedo Jesus was seriously injured after attempting to mediate a dispute between her children and another child related to a conflict originating from the online game Roblox.

In Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur, a man named Gazi Khan was arrested for allegedly demanding a ransom of 2 lakh rupees from a woman, threatening to circulate her nude photos and videos online.

A principal has reported incidents of swastikas appearing in a school, highlighting the troubling trend of vulnerable students being drawn to violent online groups.

Marie faced severe digital violence from her ex-husband, flooding her with abusive messages, highlighting the dangers of online harassment and the need for legal protection.

A presumed hitman linked to the La UJ-40 gang, known as 'El Muela', was killed in Mexico City, reportedly sharing videos online that showcased his violent criminal activities.

A pre-trial investigation has been launched by the prosecutor's office in Lithuania concerning allegations of violence against children following images that spread online.

A man is on trial for allegedly raping a six-year-old girl and his wife, and sharing images of the assaults online.

A new anonymous online test has been introduced in Latvia to help individuals recognize signs of domestic violence in their relationships.

A woman from Kaunas has filed a criminal case for illegal harassment after experiencing ongoing and severe online bullying post-divorce.

Imelda Tuñón has come forward to share her version of events regarding an altercation with Julián Figueroa, which has sparked controversy following videos of the incident shared online.

Pete Hegseth expresses satisfaction online regarding the violence inflicted on his home state following the declaration of Alex Pretti as a domestic terrorist by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

The detention of two minors in La Quiaca and Miramar, following an FBI alert, highlights the growing issue of extreme violence planning against schools involving online communication, hate messages, and possession of weapons.

A 16-year-old teenager was apprehended in Serra, Brazil for allegedly transmitting acts of violence over the internet, including animal torture and promoting self-harm among children and adolescents.

A segment on Globo's Fantástico about a dog named Orelha, who was brutally beaten, faced severe backlash online for allegedly downplaying the situation and misrepresenting the facts.

A video showing a middle school student assaulting another student at a riverbank has been shared online, prompting an investigation by the Utsunomiya City education board in coordination with the police.

In Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, police arrested Jyoti and her parents after a postmortem confirmed that her husband, Jitendra Yadav, was strangled before being hanged, contradicting initial reports of suicide due to a dispute over online gambling losses.

The article discusses the disturbing online communities promoting zoosadism, where children and teenagers are involved in violent challenges leading to the abuse and murder of animals.

A major operation in Milan targeting online pedopornography has led to the investigation of six individuals, two of whom have been arrested for remote sexual violence against minors, part of a broader effort by law enforcement and child protection agencies.

China has executed the death sentences of 11 members of the Ming family, a Chinese ethnic crime clan active near the Myanmar border, following their conviction for online scams, violence, and kidnapping.

A 24-year-old man from Imola was arrested for sexually abusing a 16-year-old girl from Bologna, filming her without consent and threatening to post the video online, with the incident starting from a social media interaction on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

The online service X has terminated the ability of its AI chatbot Grok to create fake nude images of individuals following criticism regarding sexualized violence.

Footage released by Iranian blogger Vahid Online shows hundreds of body bags at a forensic center near Tehran, following the violent repression of protests.

A pregnant teenager was nearly drowned by her boyfriend in an attempted murder after she posted baby shower photos online.

Shahriar J. is on trial in Hamburg, accused of online abusing children and pushing them towards suicide, operating under the alias 'White Tiger' within a network of sadists and extremists.

Italian mafiosi are presenting themselves online as lifestyle icons, which, supported by algorithms, is leading to an increase in the Mafia's popularity among young people in Italy with serious consequences.

Many parents wonder about the effects of video games on their children's mood and behavior, balancing concerns over dangerous online interactions and potential encouragement of violence against the understanding that moderate gameplay can be beneficial for young minds.

The article discusses how Mordechai David, a young social media influencer known for controversial stunts, has become a governmental messenger, amplifying its messages amid recent conflicts in Israel.

The article discusses how video games are not just about virtual violence but also about the real-world implications and communities they foster on platforms like Discord.