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Dangerous TikTok challenge puts students at risk of fire, toxic fumes
A new dangerous TikTok challenge is putting middle and high school students at risk by encouraging them to intentionally damage their school-issued laptops for clout. Dubbed the # ...
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Viral TikTok challenge poses legal risks for Grayson County teens
LEITCHFIELD, Ky. (WBKO) — A dangerous TikTok challenge involving school-issued Chromebooks is causing concern for law enforcement in Grayson County, as students are attempting a viral stunt that ...
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TikTok prank 'Chromebook Challenge' prompts warnings from schools after laptops are intentionally set on fire
Another dangerous TikTok challenge has prompted urgent warnings ... The district said it has "informed our community about the risks." Other school districts have issued similar warnings.
Electrical shock risk likely in TikTok challenge circulating in Ontario
A dangerous TikTok trend is circulating in Ontario. Ontario students are taking part in a pair of dangerous TikTok trends ...
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'Chromebook Challenge’: Dangerous TikTok trend turning laptops into toxic hazards
STUART, Fla. (CBS12) — The latest TikTok challenge is spreading like wildfire, putting kids at risk of injury, property damage, and even arrest. It’s called the "Chromebook Challenge," and it ...
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Seriously, don't put paper clips in a laptop. Schools warn of new TikTok Chromebook trend
there is a risk if the laptop catches fire that it could cause burns or even flying shrapnel. Responding to the concern, TikTok has banned the term Chromebook Challenge from its site. When the ...
Pennsylvania police warn teens and parents of latest viral TikTok challenge
The latest dangerous TikTok challenge has police in Montgomery County concerned unsuspecting teens will get themselves in a ...
Meta, TikTok Challenge EU's Digital Services Act Fees, Call Them 'Absurd,' 'Discriminatory' And Based On Flawed Calculations
Meta and TikTok are challenging the EU's Digital Services Act supervisory fees, claiming the fee calculations are flawed, ...
Parents of 19-year-old girl who died after trying viral 'dusting' trend warn others about its deadly risks
Aaron and Dana are honouring their daughter by working to spread the dangers of this trend to other teens and parents. “There ...
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New TikTok trend at schools is putting teachers and students at risk: “The damage was done intentionally”
TikTok told NBC News that the challenge videos were not exclusive to their platform and that search terms like ‘Chromebook Challenge’ have been blocked from its platform. “It’s more than ...
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What is the Chromebook Challenge? The trend that has students destroying school laptops
The Chromebook Challenge gained traction on TikTok in May. The trend encourages ... there is an increased risk of malfunction. The malfunction can be minimal, like the USB port no longer working ...
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New TikTok challenge puts classmates in danger, Connecticut fire officials say
(WTNH) — A new challenge primarily appearing on TikTok has Connecticut fire officials issuing a warning this week. “It is vitally important that youth and adults take fire risks seriously and ...