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Singapore's Online Safety Commission has taken action against a TikTok post that linked a woman to Minister Faishal's resignation. The commission determined that the post constituted online harmful activity.
Ogun State in Nigeria plans to upgrade its Safety Office to a commission and has issued a warning to industries against compromising safety standards amidst rapid growth.
The Nigerian Senate has passed amendments to the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) Act, introducing stiffer penalties and raising traffic fines by 300% for motorists and commuters.
The Lagos State Safety Commission has called on iron and steel firms to prioritize workers’ safety, emphasizing strict adherence to occupational safety standards to prevent accidents.
Japan's National Public Safety Commission Chairman Akama announced that authorities will consider expanding the age range for children allowed to ride in bicycle seats.
Australia is advocating for its social media ban for teenagers to be adopted globally, despite questions about its effectiveness domestically. Reports from the eSafety commissioner indicate that two-thirds of teenagers are still accessing platforms included in the ban.
The chair of Taiwan’s Nuclear Safety Commission has appeared before the legislature, likely to address questions and provide updates on nuclear safety matters.
The Oireachtas Media Committee will hear from the Online Safety Commissioner Niamh Hodnett today as part of its examinations into online harms including the risks posed by AI-generated material.
The Senate has passed a new competition bill aimed at strengthening the fight against cartels and monopolies. Additionally, the Senate clarified details regarding the 2026 Federal Road Safety Commission Amendment Bill.
Japan's National Public Safety Commission Chairman Akama stated that police will be thoroughly informed of guidelines for the newly enacted law punishing flag desecration, emphasizing the need to avoid unduly infringing on citizens' freedoms and rights.
Australia's eSafety Commissioner received over 2,200 complaints about sexual extortion in six months, with a third coming from men aged 18 to 24.
An opinion piece by Adekunle Adekoya discusses the persistent issue of insecurity in Nigeria, highlighting a recent week of horror that included terrorists killing Federal Road Safety Commission officers in Kebbi State.
The Lagos State Safety Commission has sealed 12 hotels and malls for failing to comply with mandatory elevator safety regulations, enforcing a crackdown on non-compliant establishments.
Australia's eSafety commissioner is actively investigating major social media companies for potential non-compliance with the ban on users under 16, with authorities examining possible violations and preparing for potential court action.
The Ghana Road Safety Commission announced plans to implement a more technology-driven approach to traffic monitoring across the country through its new 'Traffitech' initiative. This expansion aims to enhance digital traffic enforcement and improve road safety.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a warning to parents, urging them to discontinue the use of certain children's pajamas due to a significant burn risk.
The Organisation of African Instituted Churches (OAIC) has voiced concerns over a proposed amendment to Nigeria's Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) Act, which could categorize preaching in commercial vehicles alongside activities like hawking.
A sex establishment in Tokyo's Toshima Ward has been ordered to suspend operations for 120 days by the Tokyo Public Safety Commission for paying 'scout back' fees to scout groups for introducing women, a practice prohibited by a revised law since June last year and the first such administrative action in Tokyo.
The Canadian government has introduced legislation aimed at restricting social media access for minors and establishing a new digital safety commission, though it does not plan to ban AI chatbots.
BMW Club Ghana partnered with the National Road Safety Commission to organize the “Stay Alive” Easter road safety campaign, aiming to promote responsible driving and reduce road traffic incidents during the festive period.
Japan's Supreme Court overturned a lower court's decision, ruling that the Hokkaido Public Safety Commission's revocation of a bear hunter's gun permit was illegal, allowing him to resume hunting after seven years.
“A child today can’t walk into a bar and order a drink, they can’t stroll into a strip club or browse an adult shop or sit down at a blackjack table in a casino,” eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant said