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A simple message of support saves lives on Tumblr

A plain image macro has been shared more than 1 million times on Tumblr. 

On Nov 10, 2013 by Aja Romano

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4chan defiles dead teen’s Google+ page

For the second time in a matter of months, users of 4chan's /b/ have vandalize the memorial page of a bullying victim. 

On Sep 4, 2013 by Fernando Alfonso III

Internet Culture
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Ask.fm could fuel gang violence, police warn

The service, infamous as a bullying platform, may also be driving gang violence.

On Aug 22, 2013 by Kris Holt

Crime
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After 7 teen suicides, Ask.fm finally wants to rein in bullies

Extra staff and clearer reporting options are just two measures aimed at tackling bullying and harassment.

On Aug 19, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Teen commits suicide after Skype blackmail

Blackmailers warned Daniel Perry he'd be "better off dead" if he didn't pay up.

On Aug 16, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Kidnapped teen tells her story on Ask.fm

Despite the site's reputation for teen bullying, the Ask.fm community was supportive of 16-year-old Hannah Anderson.

On Aug 14, 2013 by Fernando Alfonso III

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Calls to U.K. cyberbullying hotline double in a year

Do the numbers imply a sharp increase in cyberbullying, or just that more kids are seeking help?

On Aug 7, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Ask.fm bullying epidemic drives another teen to suicide

The body of 14-year-old Hannah Smith was found hanging in her Lutterworth, Leicestershire, home after anonymous users tormented her with messages like "every1 will be happy if u died," "drink bleach," and "go die."

On Aug 6, 2013 by Fernando Alfonso III

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Ask.fm cyberbullies claim the life of another teen

Joshua Unsworth. Jessica Laney. Shannon Gallagher. Erin Gallagher. Ciara Pugsley. Now Anthony Stubbs.

On May 1, 2013 by Aja Romano

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After 4th suicide, teens call for shutdown of Ask.fm

Following the bullying-related suicides of Jessica Laney, Ciara Pugsley, and Erin and Shannon Gallagher, supporters are calling for the shutdown of Ask.fm.

On Dec 14, 2012 by Fernando Alfonso III

Society