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A man from Kentucky was sentenced this week to 45 years in federal prison for the sexual exploitation of a child in Indiana. Court documents in 2019 show that 30-year-old Darren Ringenberg of Louisville, Kentucky was previously convicted in Kentucky on 20 counts of possession of matter portraying a sexual performance by a minor and was required to register as a sex offender for life. He was released for the Kentucky offense. Police say in June 2023, Ringenberg began using the Snapchat username “devil_hell6969” to communicate with a nine-year-old girl in Monroe County and forced her to send sexually explicit images and videos. He also threatened to hack into her social media accounts and remove all of her friends if she didn’t comply. Ringenberg would go on to direct the girl as to what images to send, how to take the photos, and told her that they could meet in person in the future. He also falsely claimed to be 16 years old and would screen-record and save many of the images and conversations with the girl knowing about it. A tip about his online behavior was sent to law enforcement which searched both his Snapchat account and his home

SandStone Global Productions and AR Studio Paris are developing an at-home augmented reality experience for 5’s upcoming series Seven Wonders of the Ancient World with Bettany Hughes. In the series, Hughes visits ancient sites across Greece, Egypt and Turkey. With the AR experience from Snapchat’s AR Studio Paris, viewers will be able to scan an on-screen QR code that will deliver a virtual, immersive experience around those sites, including the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon and the Statue of Zeus at Olympia. Hughes said: “The past is a living place, a place that’s relevant to all of us. Using this meticulously researched Augmented Reality allows viewers at home to explore right inside these ancient wonders. It’s an immersive experience that we hope will bring the past to life for millions!” Ben Wymer, senior director of global brand experience and AR Studio Paris added: “We’re excited to partner with SandStone Global Productions to show how AR is transforming how we experience culture, understand the world and access places that people may not be able to see in real life. Thanks to Snap’s leading AR tech, viewers will be able to virtually travel to

One young person has been charged, and others are under investigation for allegedly distributing an intimate image of another young person without consent. Last Friday, the RCMP received a report from a school in the province indicating that an image of a student was being shared without consent by several other students in a group chat on Snapchat. So far, police say their investigation has led to one arrest, with others anticipated. Police are strongly cautioning against sharing intimate images over social media apps. They say once an image is sent, the sender has no control over it – including how it is used or shared. Even if an image is deleted off a person’s phone, it may still be available in other forms, including as a picture of a picture. The RCMP is warning that sharing someone’s intimate images without their consent is a criminal offence, and if the images are of someone under the age of 18, they could also face charges related to the distribution of child pornography. They stress that it is important to understand that the legal consequences of such activity apply to both young people and adults and may result in a criminal record, jail time, and registration as a

INDIANAPOLIS — A registered sex offender from Louisville, Kentucky, was recently sentenced to federal prison after he forced a 9-year-old from ...

by FOX56 NEWSROOM Tue, June 17th 2025 at 12:24 PM Plymouth Borough Police Department PLYMOUTH, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — A Luzerne County teenager is accused of plotting over social media to kill several people. The Plymouth Borough Police Department on Monday announced that officers were alerted to an 18-year-old male who had allegedly been messaging a 13-year-old boy on Snapchat "in an attempt to formulate a plan to kill people." Riley Young was taken into custody after an investigation. Police stated there is no significant threat and no apparent means to carry out the threats. Young was charged with criminal use of a communication facility and corruption of minors. He was arraigned on the charges and bail was set at $25,000.

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In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, platforms are racing to introduce innovative features and tools to captivate users and empower creators. From Instagram’s creator-centric updates to Meta’s ambitious AI endeavors, the latest wave of platform enhancements signals a strategic push toward deeper engagement and personalized user experiences. For industry insiders, understanding these updates is critical to staying ahead in a competitive digital ecosystem. Recent reports highlight Instagram’s commitment to creators with a suite of new features designed to enhance content creation and audience interaction. Real-time music updates, integrated with Spotify, allow users to share what they’re listening to via Notes, while customizable Notes with colors and emojis offer a playful way to connect. Additionally, Instagram has introduced weekly and monthly performance recaps, providing creators with actionable insights and tailored tips to refine their content strategies, as noted by Business Standard and Storyboard18. Snapchat’s Interactive Leap Forward Snapchat, meanwhile, is doubling down on interactivity with a slew of updates aimed at keeping users engaged. The platform recently rolled out an Apple Watch app, bringing its signature ephemeral content to wrists, alongside new content features that prioritize user interaction. Snapchat’s focus on interactive AR lenses continues to be a cornerstone of

Corpus Christi Police Department Daniel Verduzco CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx — A former Corpus Christi Police Department officer has pleaded guilty to a federal charge of enticement of a minor following an investigation that began when an Oklahoma mother discovered disturbing messages on her 15-year-old daughter's phone. Daniel Abelardo Verduzco entered a guilty plea on May 16, 2025, to one count of enticement of a minor. The plea was accepted by U.S. District Judge David S. Morales on June 9, 2025. The investigation began on January 8, 2025, when Tulsa Police responded to a concerned mother who had discovered Snapchat messages on her daughter's phone while the teen was hospitalized following a suicide attempt. The mother found messages and photos from someone using the username "Danny" who appeared to be a police officer. According to court documents, the victim (MV1) had lived in Corpus Christi with her mother in 2023 before moving to Oklahoma in Spring 2024. While in Corpus Christi, MV1 had befriended someone named "Danny" whom the family believed was the same age as the victim. However, the discovered messages revealed "Danny" was actually an adult police officer. The investigation uncovered that Verduzco and MV1 had been communicating via

Snapchat launched its new mobile Lens Studio app. For years, creating custom filters required a computer setup, some technical know-how, and patience. This new iOS-exclusive app alters that requirement and puts Augmented Reality creation tools in the palm of your hand. When I first opened the app on my iPhone, I was satisfied with how intuitive it felt. I created my first lens in under five minutes. That level of frictionless creativity is what mobile-first users have needed for years, particularly on Android. Here's how it works and why it needs to expand beyond Apple devices. Related What is Snapchat Friend Solar System? Glance over your best eight friends in your personal Solar System How Snapchat's lite AR Lens Studio app works The new Lens Studio mobile app for the iPhone allows you to create Snapchat filters or lenses from your phone. You can pick from pre-made templates or go wild mixing your own effects for skin-smoothing, background changes, hilarious face morphing, and AI-powered transformations. The app greets you with Snapchat's signature yellow theme and a feed full of filters created by other people to inspire you. Remixing them is possible if you're struggling to start. If you want originality

In a surprising revelation that’s stirring curiosity across fans of both cricket and entertainment, renowned Pakistani actress Anaya Khan has shared details about a friendly interaction she had with Afghan cricket star Rashid Khan on Snapchat. Speaking on a private TV channel, Anaya disclosed that Rashid Khan added her on Snapchat through a mutual friend. The Pakistani actress Anaya Khan said the conversation started casually, with Rashid asking her if she was indeed an actress. From there, a short but friendly chat unfolded. The actress mentioned that their discussion touched on light-hearted topics such as TV shootings and Pakistan-India cricket matches, which remain a hot favorite among fans of both countries. Anaya clarified that there was nothing beyond a cordial exchange and stressed that the interaction was purely friendly in nature. Interestingly, Anaya also revealed that Rashid is still on her Snapchat friend list, implying there has been no fallout or misunderstanding between the two. This news comes in the backdrop of Rashid Khan’s marriage in October 2023. The Afghan spin sensation tied the knot in Kabul in a private ceremony rooted in traditional Pashtun customs. The wedding was attended by several Afghan cricket team members, including captain Mohammad Nabi