Bullying

China’s second-richest man demands apology from ByteDance founder over online attacks

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China’s second-richest man demands apology from ByteDance founder over online attacks

China’s second-wealthiest man on Wednesday made a surprise demand that the country’s richest man, founder of ByteDance, apologise for the perceived role that TikTok’s Chinese sibling Douyin has played in “spreading rumours and misinformation”. Zhong Shanshan, 69 – founder and chairman of China’s largest packaged drinks company Nongfu Spring and the country’s second-richest person, according … Read more

Punishment for UPNM cadets involved in bullying to be known in two weeks

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Punishment for UPNM cadets involved in bullying to be known in two weeks

KOTA TINGGI: The decision on the punishment against five cadets from the Military Training Academy (ALK) of the Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) involved in two bullying cases last month will be announced within two weeks. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin (pic) said the punishments, which include expulsion from the academy, fines and … Read more

Cadet suffers fractures to spine, ribs in latest alleged bullying case at Malaysia’s military university

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Cadet suffers fractures to spine, ribs in latest alleged bullying case at Malaysia’s military university

“I have been informed regarding the viral media report involving a trainee at UPNM who sustained injuries … Following the police report that was filed, the ministry has referred the matter to the police for investigations,” Defence Minister Khaled Nordin posted on his social media on Sunday.  “The ministry views such incidents as inappropriate and … Read more

K-pop’s Hanni testified at parliament about workplace bullying

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K-pop’s Hanni testified at parliament about workplace bullying

K-pop star Hanni, a member of the group NewJeans, made an emotional appeal on Tuesday for young artists to be treated better in the multi-billion dollar industry, as she relayed her experience of workplace bullying during a parliamentary hearing. For years the K-pop industry has been dogged by complaints of high pressure and bullying, sparking … Read more

Who Is Charlotte O’Brien: Cause Of Death, Who Bullied Her And What You Need To Know

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Who Is Charlotte O’Brien: Cause Of Death, Who Bullied Her And What You Need To Know

The tragic suicide of 12-year-old Charlotte Frances O’Brien, a seventh-grade student at Santa Sabina College in Strathfield, has left the Sydney community devastated. Charlotte took her own life on September 9, reportedly after enduring persistent bullying from her classmates. Her death has reignited calls for stronger action against bullying in schools and drawn attention to … Read more

Give health personnel a way to report bullying anonymously, says Warisan

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Give health personnel a way to report bullying anonymously, says Warisan

KOTA KINABALU: The Health Ministry should set up a channel for medical personnel being bullied or pressured by their superiors to report the matter anonymously, says Parti Warisan information chief Datuk Azis Jamman. “A safe reporting system should be in place to create an anonymous reporting channel for them to report any form of bullying … Read more

How hobby horsing is galloping ahead as a sport with show jumping and dressage competitions

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How hobby horsing is galloping ahead as a sport with show jumping and dressage competitions

Things are more stately in the dressage, with riders trotting their stick horses with intricately decorated stuffed heads before the discerning eyes of the judges. Some 260 riders from 22 countries – mostly women and girls aged between 10 and 20 – turned up to compete at the 11th annual Finnish championship held in the … Read more

Minister accuses Conservatives of trying to sabotage federal dental program

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Minister accuses Conservatives of trying to sabotage federal dental program

Health Minister Mark Holland is accusing the Conservatives of trying to “sabotage” the government’s dental care program by calling up dental associations and “bullying” them — accusations the Tories are calling “unhinged.” The Liberals began covering dental care services for seniors last month as part of a new federal dental care program. As the government … Read more

Tina Knowles shares story of Beyoncé’s childhood bullying

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Tina Knowles shares story of Beyoncé’s childhood bullying

Tina Knowles, the mother of global superstar Beyoncé, opened up about the challenges her daughter faced growing up. TINA KNOWLES OPENS UP This revelation sheds light on the journey of the singer from a timid girl to the Queen Bey known worldwide today. Tina Knowles reminisced about Beyoncé’s early years, describing her as “very shy.” … Read more