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SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- A San Francisco social networking company has suspended one of its apps because of three recent sexual assaults of children. The company operates a popular flirting app called Skout, which has millions of users.

A 12-year-old girl from Escondido, Calif. told police she was raped by Christopher Nut, an adult stranger she met on the social networking app Skout. Police say Nut, 24, posed as a teenager.

"He's very crafty in how he got her to come out and was able to pick her up at her house and take her back to his house," Escondido Police Lt. Craig Carter said.

Two men in other cities have also been accused of sexually assaulting children they met on Skout.

The flirting app started out as a service for adults, but last year Skout launched a separate forum for 13-17 year olds. It was supposed to be more protected, with safeguards like parental controls and a program called "the Creepinator" which monitors nude photos and inappropriate sexual messages.

San Francisco Police Inspector Kenneth Esposto is an expert on internet sexual assault against children.

"You put all the safeguards you can to try to install all them so you may be able to protect children but the predators will always get around the safeguards," Esposto said.

Investigators say the three men accused of the sexual attacks went on the app for teenagers.

Tuesday, the company suspended access to it. Skout founder Christian Wiklund issued a statement which says in part, "Nothing is more important to Skout than the safety of our community. While the vast majority of our community uses Skout appropriately, a few have not and that is simply unacceptable."

Esposto maintains the best safeguard of all is when parents take charge..

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14-06-2012 17:30 Orientation for new Joomla! Bug Squad members, presented on 10 June 2012 by Mark Dexter. Covers basic use of the tracker as well as basic usage of Git for Bug Squad testers.

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Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty threatened to take Ontario to a general election Thursday if the opposition parties couldnt agree on a deal to pass the budget.

This is about Ontarios economic livelihood and our ability to continue steering the province in the right direction in these challenging times, McGuinty said in a statement.

Its absolutely imperative that we pass this budget. And if we cannot pass this budget, we will take it to the people in a general election.

Kelly McParland: C.D. Howe pokes a big hole in NDPs high-tax fantasies

A new wealth tax in Ontario, to take effect in July, will not raise anywhere near the revenue projected, and will cost the country dearly within a few years.

Alexandre Laurin, author of the [C.D. Howe Institute] report, notes that the ease with which high-income earners can adopt strategies to reduce their taxable income means the new levy will probably be applied to a smaller pool than anticipated by New Democratic Party leader Andrea Horwath when she strongarmed Dalton McGuintys minority government into adopting it, in return for allowing the Liberals budget to pass.

The government hoped the new tax an extra 2% on incomes over $500,000, which translates into a 3.1% increase when an additional surtax is applied would raise $470 million. Laurin estimates the number will be closer to $450 million initially, falling to zero by 2019 as wealthy taxpayers adjust, and a net loss of $200 million by 2027.

The NDP had appeared ready to support the minority Liberal budget in exchange for a new tax on incomes over $500,000, and to get more hearings into the fiscal plan before next weeks vote.

But on Thursday, McGuinty accused NDP leader Andrea Horwath of reneging on the deal.

Earlier today, the NDP turned their backs yet again on an agreement to pass our budget, McGuinty said. They joined forces with the PCs to gut the governments budget bill.

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LANSING, Mich., June 14 (UPI) -- Two Democratic lawmakers were banned from speaking during Thursday's session of the Michigan House, a day after one used the word "vagina" during floor debate.

State Rep. Lisa Brown was sanctioned for using the term Wednesday during debate on abortion legislation.

Rep. Barb Byrum was banned from speaking Thursday following a disturbance in the House Wednesday, when she was not permitted to introduce an amendment to abortion legislation that would outlaw vasectomies except when necessary to save a man's life, the Detroit Free Press reported.

House Republicans banned Brown from speaking on the House floor Thursday after GOP leaders determined she had violated the decorum of the body when she ended a speech by saying, "Finally, Mr. Speaker, I'm flattered that you're all so interested in my vagina, but 'no' means 'no.'"

Republican Rep. Mike Callton said Brown's choice of words was "so offensive, I don't even want to say it in front of women. I would not say that in mixed company."

At a news conference at the Capitol Thursday, Brown said, "We're all adults here," and noted "vagina" is the medically correct term.

"If I can't say the word 'vagina,' why are we legislating vaginas?" she asked.

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LONDON--(Marketwire -06/14/12)- Cheapflights.co.uk, the online leader in deals publishing, reveals that summer travel searches are up 34% year on year for April 2012.

Nadine Hallak, Travel Expert at Cheapflights.co.uk, comments: "Holidaymakers are sticking to their old habits and choosing to travel during the traditional summer period."

"Our April findings build on previous years' search patterns, which showed a slant towards booking early, especially for families with children who often need to plan their holidays up to three months in advance," says Hallak.

"Strong search results show that holidaymakers are not deterred by the challenging economic environment and well publicised issues currently affecting the travel industry such as APD. People not only want to get away, but see travel during the summer as essential," concludes Hallak.

Given the popularity of sun, sand and surf for summer travel, Cheapflights.co.uk has compiled a list of four destinations to visit:

Ibiza - known as the white island and the birthplace of the rave, Ibiza is home to some of Spain's most famous clubs. For holidaymakers looking to dance the summer away, the party capital is a must to visit. Alternatively, for those looking for a more laid-back break, head to the resorts and coves in the north of the island -- ideal for families.

Return flights from London Gatwick to Ibiza start from just 93 per person -- search using Cheapflights.co.uk

Sharm el Sheikh - one of the Red Sea's most cosmopolitan resorts, Sharm el Sheikh is located at the south end of the Sinai Peninsula, between the Gulf of Suez and Gulf of Aqaba and is the perfect holiday destination for year-round sunshine and pristine beaches. The huge choice of all-inclusive hotels means it's easy to have a cheap break as food, drinks and entertainment are all taken care of.

Return flights from London Heathrow to Sharm el Sheikh start from just 410 per person -- search using Cheapflights.co.uk

Croatia - offers 1,244 islands strung along its stunning Adriatic coast and boasts 16 UNESCO Heritage Sites and eight national parks. From the caf culture of its historic cities to the rugged landscapes of continental Croatia, with a packed calendar of festivals and events and a host of home-grown gastronomic delights, Croatia is the ideal holiday destination.

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