In+the+news

This is a list of recent media releases from around the world.

=[|Japanese officials take fight against student bullying online]= Some Japanese students may soon be under additional scrutiny for messages they post on Web sites that could lead to bullying or other issues at school. The joint effort between police and education officials in Wakayama Prefecture is intended to stop potential problems before they escalate. The Japan Times/Kyodo News (Japan)  (03 Jun.)

=[|Some Australian principals get more authority to combat bullying]= School principals in South Australia are able to punish pupils caught bullying their peers outside of school and also can take cell phones from students suspected of cyberbullying. The Australian/Australian Associated Press  (28 May.)