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The Bully Chain : Episode 17 : Bullying by Algorithm

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We know that children are being attacked and belittled online… but social media has also given rise to a new kind of “Bullying by algorithm”.

Today is International Day against Violence and Bullying at School..

We caught up with two men who forged an unlikely and extraordinary friendship years after the one bullied the other at High School.

Hot 1027’s Tara Penny has more…

10 Nov 2022 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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