Angara Calls for Stronger Online Safeguards Amid School Shooting Concerns
Following a series of deadly school shootings and rising online radicalization threats, Philippine Education Secretary Sonny Angara has urged tech companies to enhance age verification and remove violent content, prioritizing the safety of young learners.
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