Facebook’s content moderation rules dubbed ‘alarming’ by child safety charity
The Guardian has published details of Facebook’s content moderation guidelines covering controversial issues such as violence, hate speech and self-harm..
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May 24, 2017
May 24, 2017
Sneaky teen texting codes: What they mean, when to worry
( USA TODAY ) – If your teen has a smartphone, chances are they spend several hours a day on text and social media. If you ever look at what they’re actually doing on there, you’ll likely see a lot of innocent
May 23, 2017
Combination of Features Produces New Android Vulnerability | Research Horizons | Georgia Tech’s Research News
A new vulnerability affecting Android mobile devices results not from a traditional bug, but from the malicious combination of two legitimate permissions that power desirable and commonly-used features in popular apps.
May 23, 2017
Senator Warner pushes FTC to protect children’s data security with ‘smart toys’
U.S. Senator Warner is pushing the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to protect children’s data security with internet-connected “smart toys.”
May 22, 2017
Under-the-Radar Tactics Kids Use to Be Mean on Social Media
Some forms of cyberbullying are so subtle, even the savviest parents miss them.
May 21, 2017
50% of teens feel addicted to their phones, poll says
A new poll conducted for Common Sense Media finds that teens — and many of their parents — have a hard time unplugging from their mobile devices.
May 21, 2017
What Teens Need Most From Their Parents
Recent studies of adolescents reveal what teenagers need most from their parents during four phases of teens’ intellectual, emotional and social development.
May 20, 2017
5 Ways to Raise a Science-Lover
Schools still aren’t devoting enough resources to this critical subject, but you can bring science to life with these hands-on ideas.
May 20, 2017
We Need More Physical Education in Schools
Dr. Thom McKenzie explains why it’s so important for children to have quality Physical Education in school.
