SAVE MONEY ON TRAVEL DEALS

The edgy new show is in large part about teen sex and drug use. Rated TV-MA, meaning the content may be unsuitable for viewers younger than 17, "Skins" is an adaptation of the equally racy British series of the same name.

Concerned the American version, which has a cast of unknowns mainly in the 15-19 age range, may violate child-pornography laws, MTV executives have ordered the show's producers to soften some of its more sexually explicit content featuring younger members of the ensemble, the Times said.

However, MTV spokeswoman Jeannie Kedas told the newspaper future episodes of "Skins" are works in progress and subject to changes.

"'Skins' is a show that addresses real-world issues confronting teens in a frank way", Kedas said in a statement. "We review all of our shows and work with all of our producers on an ongoing basis to ensure our shows comply with laws and community standards. We are confident that the episodes of 'Skins' will not only comply with all applicable legal requirements, but also with our responsibilities to our viewers."

 BREAKING STORIES

Interim guidance for drugs to prevent HIV

People like cuddling if not in a 'hookup'

Men more apt to forgive lesbian affair

Culkin says he's not dating porn star

Couples may not agree on monogamy

Parents group praises 'Skins' ad pull

Berlusconi blasts 'Ruby-gate' prosecutors

Producers told to tone down 'Skins'

Swinger lifestyle exposed at court-martial

HIV-positive Air Force sergeant on trial

Ballerina may face fine for nude beach pic

Three teens charged as adults in gang rape

Chlamydia linked to ectopic pregnancy

Mel Gibson seeks custody of child

Why tears are a major turnoff to men

Man may have raped same woman, 68, twice

Milwaukee archdiocese files for bankruptcy

Mothers are key to HPV vaccination

A good kiss is like a drug

Sex before marriage may hurt relationship