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yahoo.comworld12 days ago
Court of Appeal Gives Fordingbridge Teens Four Years Detention After Earlier Judge Spared Them Jail
The Court of Appeal imposed four-year detention terms on two boys convicted in the Fordingbridge rapes. The decision reversed an earlier ruling that had spared them jail. Parents of one victim said their daughter felt relieved but noted lasting harm.
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Fox Newsscience25 days ago
Diphenhydramine abuse cases among U.S. teens rose 31.9% from 2024 to 2025
America’s Poison Centers reported a 31.9% increase in diphenhydramine-only exposures among 13- to 19-year-olds between 2024 and 2025. The first five months of 2026 recorded more than double the prior year’s cases for the same period.
usatoday.compolitics26 days ago
Approval Among Black Voters Falls to Mid-Teens in National Surveys
National tracking polls show approval among Black voters has declined from the mid-30s in early 2025 to the mid-to-low teens by June 2026. Disapproval has risen above 70 percent in most surveys.
ABC Newsworld27 days ago
Toronto Police Arrest Three Teens Linked to March Shootings at Consulate and Other Sites
Three teenagers have been arrested in connection with multiple March shootings in Toronto, including one at the U.S. consulate. A fourth suspect remains at large.
abcnews.go.comworld28 days ago
Toronto Police Identify Suspect in Constable Killing, Link Firearms to Multiple Shootings
Investigators tied attacks including one at the US consulate to a network that recruits young adults and teens via encrypted apps. Two seized handguns are connected to 27 shootings.
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rove.meworld32 days ago
Five teens killed in Santa Maria crash; alcohol involvement under investigation
A high-speed crash in Santa Maria killed five teenagers and left one adult critically injured. Police recovered evidence pointing to possible DUI involvement, and local officials described alcohol use among teens as a recurring issue in the area.
cdc.govworld32 days ago
Poison Center Calls for Diphenhydramine Among Teens More Than Double in Early 2026, Most Cases Unintentional
America's Poison Centers recorded 6,179 calls involving diphenhydramine and teens ages 13-19 in the first five months of 2026. The figure is more than double the total for the same period in 2025.
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manilatimes.netsports46 days ago
Young WTA players form friendships while competing at French Open
Several players in their late teens and early twenties describe maintaining social ties on tour. They say the relationships provide support during long stretches away from home.
insidermonkey.comworld47 days ago
Federal Data Show Fewer Summer Jobs Available for U.S. Teenagers
Labor statistics and reports from teenagers indicate that entry-level summer positions at restaurants, pools, camps, and stores are harder to obtain than in prior years. The trend appears in official employment figures and in accounts from job-seeking teens.
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foxnews.compolitics47 days ago
Florida Sheriff Warns Parents May Face Charges Over Teen Takeover Events
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd released a public service announcement stating that juveniles and parents could face criminal or civil penalties if teens participate in destructive gatherings this summer. Tampa police recently arrested 22 people during one such event.
nypost.comworld48 days ago
Texas Woman Charged in 2022 Instagram Luring Deaths of Two Teens
A 21-year-old Texas woman was arrested Monday and charged with capital murder in the 2022 deaths of two San Antonio teens. Police said a confidential informant provided information that led to the arrest.
Fortunefinance49 days ago
Spotify Targets 1 Billion Users and 20% Operating Margins by 2030
Spotify outlined long-term financial targets at its first Investor Day since 2022. The company aims for mid-teens revenue growth, 35%–40% gross margins, and more than 20% operating margins by the end of the decade.
nypost.comworld51 days ago
14-Year-Old Dies After Falling From Subway Train on Williamsburg Bridge
A 14-year-old boy died and an 18-year-old was critically injured after falling from the top of a New York City subway train on the Williamsburg Bridge on Friday. Officials said the teens were riding outside the train.
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The Guardianworld51 days ago
UK judge gives youth orders to three teens convicted of raping two girls
A Southampton Crown Court judge sentenced three boys aged 14 and 15 to youth rehabilitation orders instead of custody after they were convicted of multiple rapes. One victim, now 16, told the BBC the decision felt like a “rock straight in my face.” The attorney general is reviewi…
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New York Postworld51 days ago
Essentials Hoodies Priced From $130 to $200 for Some Children
The clothing line created by Jerry Lorenzo in 2011 and expanded with its Essentials line in 2018 now includes T-shirts priced around $33 and some children's hoodies priced from $130 to $200. Parents report that the items have become popular among tweens and teens.
nypost.comworld52 days ago
Two teens fall from New York City subway train on Williamsburg Bridge
A 14-year-old died and an 18-year-old remained in critical condition after falling from a subway train while crossing the Williamsburg Bridge on Friday. Officials described the incident as part of a pattern of people riding outside trains.
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nypost.comworld52 days ago
Pennsylvania Couple Charged With Supplying Alcohol to Minors at Halloween Party
Michael and Rachel Moore of Bucks County face two misdemeanor counts for hosting an October 31 gathering attended by about 150 underage guests. Police reported finding a full bar and intoxicated teens when they arrived at 9 p.m.
BBC Newsworld53 days ago
Seven Men Charged With 40 Offenses in Child Exploitation Investigation
Police charged seven men with a total of 40 offenses following raids in Norwich and Dumbarton. The charges relate to two girls who were in their early to mid-teens during the alleged offenses between August 2023 and May 2025.
New York Postpolitics53 days ago
San Diego Police Report Two Teens Killed Three at Mosque Before Suicide
Two 18- and 17-year-old males carried out a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday, killing three people before taking their own lives. Police recovered more than 30 firearms and a crossbow linked to the pair.
nypost.comworld53 days ago
San Diego Police Northern Division Had Seven Officers on Duty During Mosque Shooting
The San Diego Police Department northern division had seven officers assigned when two teens attacked the Islamic Center of San Diego. Police unions had previously raised concerns about staffing levels and overtime funding.
nypost.comworld54 days ago
Police Disperse Crowd of Several Hundred at New Jersey Beach Town
Several hundred teens and young adults gathered at Pier Village in Long Branch, New Jersey, on Tuesday night. Police arrested six people and imposed an 8 p.m. curfew after reports of fighting and property damage.
world54 days ago
Nunavut Hunters and Trappers Seek More Consultation on Baffinland Steensby Project
Hunters and trappers associations from three Nunavut communities are requesting additional consultation before new permits are issued for Baffinland's proposed Steensby Inlet expansion. The groups cite concerns over potential effects on marine mammals and caribou from year-round…
yahoo.comworld55 days ago
Police report three teens stabbed at Narragansett Town Beach
Hundreds of people gathered at Narragansett Town Beach in Rhode Island, where police said three teens were stabbed and fights broke out. Videos showed crowds rushing to leave the shoreline area.
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koreaboo.comworld55 days ago
Teenage Suspects in Tochigi Robbery-Murder Case Report Threats
Four 16-year-olds arrested in a Tochigi Prefecture robbery-murder told police they were threatened with harm to their families and friends if they refused to participate. The teens said they received real-time instructions from the couple also arrested in the case.
foxnews.comworld55 days ago
Two Teens Kill Three at San Diego Mosque Before Dying by Suicide
Two teenage gunmen opened fire Monday outside the Islamic Center of San Diego, killing three men before dying from self-inflicted wounds. Police are investigating the attack as a possible hate crime.
New York Postworld56 days ago
San Diego Police Report Two Teens Killed Three at Mosque
San Diego police said two teenagers killed three people outside an Islamic Center on Monday. Officers recovered more than 30 guns and a crossbow from the scene. The FBI is investigating a livestream video of the attack.
kvue.comworld56 days ago
Austin Police Arrest Three Teens After Weekend Shooting Spree
Austin police arrested three teenage suspects after at least 12 shootings over the weekend that wounded four people. Officials said the incidents began with a stolen car and gun and continued across multiple neighborhoods.
bbc.co.ukpolitics57 days ago
Teens Fight and Throw Chairs at Washington D.C. Chipotle
A group of teenagers fought and threw chairs inside a Chipotle restaurant in Washington, D.C. The incident occurred hours after local prosecutor Jeanine Pirro warned that parents of teens involved in group disturbances could face fines or jail time.
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manilatimes.networld57 days ago
CBS News Examines Outcomes of Youth Residential Treatment Programs
CBS News reports on two teenagers who attended residential treatment programs and reported different results. The network is reviewing whether these programs deliver the mental health support teens need.
nypost.comworld57 days ago
Austin Police Arrest Two Teens, Seek Third in Weekend Shootings
Police arrested two teenagers and sought a third after at least 10 random shootings across Austin over the weekend that injured four people. Officials issued and later lifted shelter-in-place orders in parts of the city.
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thenation.comworld62 days ago
Gaza Teens Win Regional Earth Prize for Making Bricks from War Rubble
Farah Mousa, 15, and Tala Mousa, 17, named Middle East regional winners of the youth-focused environmental award for developing low-cost bricks from construction debris. The sisters, living in a tent after their home was destroyed, plan to use the $12,500 prize to train young peo…
deccanchronicle.comscience62 days ago
Study Estimates 7 Million U.S. Children Live in Homes With Unlocked, Loaded Firearms
A JAMA Network Open study published Tuesday estimates 32 million children live in homes with firearms, including nearly 7 million in households with at least one gun that is unlocked and loaded. Lead author Matthew Miller said safe storage reduces firearm suicide risk by threefol…
The Vergetechnology63 days ago
Meta Adds Topic Visibility and Consolidates Parental Controls for Instagram Teen Accounts
Starting Tuesday, parents gain visibility into general topics their teens engage with on Instagram, such as basketball or fashion. Meta is also consolidating parental controls across Instagram, Meta Horizon, Facebook and Messenger into a single Family Center hub. The Verge report…
nationalobserver.comfinance64 days ago
Program Spearheaded by Byron Trott Aims to Expand Opportunities for Rural Teens
A career training initiative developed by Byron Trott addresses limited job prospects for teenagers in rural areas. The model connects local high schools with employers to provide structured pathways into skilled trades and technical careers. The approach has shown results in sev…
benzinga.comfinance67 days ago
Airbnb Beats Q1 Revenue Estimates, Raises Full-Year Outlook Despite Earnings Miss
Airbnb reported first-quarter revenue of $2.68 billion, beating Wall Street forecasts, while earnings per share fell short at 26 cents. The company cited elevated cancellations from the war in Iran but lifted its 2026 revenue growth guidance to low-to-mid teens percent and foreca…
nbcnews.comworld68 days ago
Kennedy Withdraws 2015 FDA Proposal to Ban Minors From Tanning Beds
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pulled the 2015 rule in March after more than 8,000 public comments. The proposal would have prohibited teens from using tanning beds and required adults to sign risk acknowledgment forms. Skin cancer experts cited tripled…
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designboom.comworld69 days ago
France Introduces Flat One-Euro University Canteen Meals for All Students
French university canteens have begun offering one-euro meals to students regardless of income. The measure aims to address financial hardship among students. It applies uniformly without means testing.
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nypost.comworld69 days ago
Homeless Man Fatally Stabbed in Times Square After Confrontation with Group of Teens
A homeless man died after being stabbed multiple times in New York's Times Square following an altercation with a group of teenagers. The incident began when the teens allegedly threw a cup of urine at the man while he was sleeping on a bench, leading to a confrontation that turn…
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Meta Launches Parental Supervision Tools for AI Chatbot Amid Provincial Discussions on Youth AI Restrictions
Meta has introduced new supervision tools allowing parents to monitor teens' AI chatbot interactions on its platforms. This comes amid lawsuits against AI firms and research highlighting mental health risks for youth. Provincial governments in Canada are considering restrictions…
washingtonpost.comworld77 days ago
Ukrainian Teens Recruited Online for Sabotage Acts Amid Ongoing War with Russia
Ukrainian authorities have accused over 1,100 people of sabotage and terrorism since Russia's 2022 invasion, with minors comprising one-fifth of cases. Many teens are recruited online by individuals believed to be Russian agents, often for small payments to damage infrastructure…
whatstrending.comworld78 days ago
Survey Shows Majority of Australian Teens Access Social Media Despite Under-16 Ban
A survey by the Molly Rose Foundation found that about two-thirds of Australian 12- to 15-year-olds who used social media before a ban for under-16s still access accounts. The study highlighted ease of circumvention and limited impact on online safety. It comes amid discussions o…
ndtv.comtechnology81 days ago
U.S. Jury Holds Meta and YouTube Liable in Case Alleging Addictive Design
A U.S. jury determined that Meta and YouTube platforms were designed to be addictive and caused harm to a young user. The verdict aligns with data showing high daily usage of social media among U.S. teens. Pew Research Center surveys highlight intensive engagement with platforms…
ndtv.comai82 days ago
Meta Launches Weekly AI Query Insights for Parents in Teen Supervision Tools
Meta has rolled out a new feature allowing parents to view topics their teens discuss with Meta AI on Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram. The update includes categorized insights and is initially available in select countries. It follows earlier suspensions and previews aimed at…
blackenterprise.comworld82 days ago
Plezi Hydration Relaunches with New Flavor and Packaging on April 22, 2026
Plezi Hydration, a sports drink from a company co-founded by former First Lady Michelle Obama, relaunched on April 22, 2026, adding Berry Boom flavor and refreshed packaging. Stephen and Ayesha Curry serve as co-founders and brand ambassadors. The product targets teens and adults…
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Waymo Opens Public Robotaxi Rides in Miami and Orlando, Introduces Teen Accounts in Phoenix
Waymo announced that fully autonomous robotaxi rides are now available to the general public in Miami and Orlando. The company also introduced highway travel in Miami and accounts for teens ages 14 to 17 in Phoenix. These services began on April 15, 2026.
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Pew Report Examines U.S. Teens' Social Media Use and Parental Concerns
A report from the Pew Research Center details U.S. teens' usage patterns on Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok. Parents express greater concern about time spent on TikTok compared to teens themselves. The study highlights differences in messaging, posting, and experiences like bully…
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Roblox to Introduce Age-Based Account Types for Children and Teens in Early June
Roblox plans to launch Kids and Select account types in early June to create separate environments for users aged 5 to 15. These accounts will include automatic safety controls for content, chat, and parental oversight based on age groups. The changes aim to adjust experiences as…
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Liberal Party Members Vote for Minimum Age of 16 on Social Media Accounts at National Convention
Grassroots members of the Liberal Party gathered in Montreal for their national convention and voted in favor of resolutions to restrict social media and AI chatbot access for those under 16. The resolutions place responsibility on platform companies to prevent underage accounts.…
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Fox News Analyst Discusses Declining US Teen Birth Rates in Fertility Rate Segment
Dr. Marc Siegel, a senior medical analyst on Fox News, addressed the US fertility rate's record low during a segment on new CDC data. He highlighted a 7% drop in birth rates among teens aged 15 to 19. The overall fertility rate fell to 53.1 births per 1,000 women of childbearing…
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Instagram Expands Teen Content Restrictions Inspired by Movies to International Users
Instagram has extended its restrictions on movie-inspired content for teenagers to users outside the United States. The policy aims to limit access to content that promotes harmful behaviors depicted in films. This change affects teens aged 13 to 17 in multiple countries.
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Massachusetts Governor Healey Cancels Social Media Legislation Unveiling Due to Schedule Change
Governor Maura Healey's office canceled a planned unveiling of social media protection legislation for teens on Tuesday morning, citing a schedule change. The event was set for the day after House lawmakers announced a bill to ban children under 14 from using social media and res…
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Brazilian Study Links Parental Alcohol Use to Increased Teen Substance Consumption Risk
A study from the Federal University of São Paulo examined data from over 4,200 Brazilian adolescents and guardians. It found that parental alcohol consumption is associated with a 24% probability of teens drinking. The research highlights parenting styles that may reduce these ri…
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Teens Engage with Role-Playing AI Chatbots for Entertainment and Interaction
In 2023, a 13-year-old named Quentin downloaded the Talkie app after seeing ads on YouTube, which featured unusual and sometimes crude content like an animated character who 'likes to fart on you sometimes.' He used the app and others like Character.AI for role-playing activities…