Stopping 'WhatsApp Aunties' falling for AI fake news
A journalist's own experience with AI-generated content reveals how to sensitively help diaspora elders navigate online misinformation. Learn key strategies for crucial family conversations.
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Fry's 'Pleasure List' Aims to Entice Reluctant Readers
Hay Festival President Stephen Fry launches a national book recommendation drive to reverse the worrying drop in reading for pleasure in the UK. Join the campaign and submit your unputdownable reads.
Authors Call for Automatic Library Cards for UK Babies
Richard Osman, Kate Mosse and Philip Pullman back a radical plan to give every newborn a library card. The initiative aims to boost literacy and tackle inequality from birth. Read more.
RFK Jr's Panel Weighs Delay of Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine
A US vaccine advisory committee, reshaped by Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr, is considering a major shift in childhood immunisation policy. Experts warn the move could reverse decades of progress in combating the liver disease.
NAPLAN 2025: Australia's Highest Achieving Schools Named
The 2025 NAPLAN results are out, highlighting the schools with top scores in literacy and numeracy. Discover the national trends and which institutions are leading the way.
US Panel May Axe Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine
A US federal advisory panel could vote to end the decades-old recommendation for hepatitis B shots in newborns. The move, driven by RFK Jr-appointed officials, signals a radical shift in American immunisation policy.
Toddler's brain tumour misdiagnosed as tonsillitis
After doctors repeatedly diagnosed tonsillitis, a routine eye test for a lazy eye revealed a medulloblastoma brain tumour in two-year-old Harper Gibson, leading to emergency surgery.
Sugar Tax Extended to Cover Milkshakes and Lattes
The UK government announces milkshakes will no longer be exempt from the sugar tax as part of strengthened measures to tackle childhood obesity. Learn how this affects your favourite drinks.
Corby families seek truth about cancer and toxic waste
After her son's leukaemia diagnosis, Alison Gaffney leads 130 Corby families demanding answers about toxic waste from the former steelworks. Public health analysis due this month.
New Mexico Launches Universal Free Childcare
New Mexico becomes the first US state to offer free childcare for all families, a landmark victory achieved through years of grassroots campaigning by parents and teachers.
Princess of Wales Speaks on Childhood at London Summit
Princess Catherine makes first public speech since cancer recovery at Future Workforce Summit, advocating for children's rights and nurturing environments in modern Britain.
Prozac no better than placebo for children
New research reveals Prozac offers no clinical benefit over placebo for childhood depression. Experts urge guideline changes to protect young people from harmful side-effects.
UK family's fight after son's brain cancer diagnosis
A Hertfordshire family shares their story after their four-year-old son was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Months later, his mother discovered she had breast cancer. Read their emotional journey and their fight for Raffi's future treatment.
TikTok gives users control over AI content
TikTok is launching a new feature allowing users to reduce AI-generated videos on their feeds. The platform hosts over 1bn AI videos. Learn how to manage your content preferences.
Princess of Wales Urges Business Leaders on Early Years
The Princess of Wales delivered a powerful speech urging businesses to invest in early childhood development, highlighting the £45.5bn national benefit and the critical role of human skills in an AI age.
Ruby Wax's heartbreaking childhood confession
I'm a Celeb star Ruby Wax opens up about her difficult upbringing with 'mean' father and 'hysterical' mother in emotional podcast interview. Discover her story.
Nestlé adds sugar to African baby cereals
Investigation reveals Nestlé adds up to 7.5g sugar per serving to baby cereals in Africa while European products remain sugar-free. Campaigners accuse company of health risks.
Alan Carr's Traitors win brings charity tears of joy
Comedian Alan Carr's Celebrity Traitors victory secured £87,500 for Neuroblastoma UK, leaving charity founders emotional. Discover how his win boosts childhood cancer research.
I grew up on a boat but craved stability
Eve Stanway spent her childhood sailing the world, but what she truly desired was a permanent home. Her story explores the hidden costs of a nomadic life for children. Discover the full story.
Study: Online Racism Affects Black Adolescents' Health
New research reveals Black adolescents experience racial bias online daily, impacting sleep and concentration. Learn how algorithmic filters perpetuate harm and what experts say must change.
TikTok video reveals baby's rare terminal illness
A mother's life was turned upside down after a TikTok video led to her daughter's diagnosis with Sanfilippo syndrome, a rare terminal condition known as 'childhood Alzheimer's'. The family now races against time to raise £4.56 million for treatment.
Child high blood pressure rates double since 2000
A new study reveals high blood pressure in children has nearly doubled since 2000, now affecting 6.2% of under-19s. Experts call for urgent government action on childhood obesity.
Child blood pressure crisis as obesity rates soar
Global study reveals childhood hypertension rates have nearly doubled since 2000, with obesity identified as primary driver. Experts warn of lifelong health consequences.
Intersex campaigners fight to limit child surgery
Intersex campaigners share traumatic experiences of childhood surgeries, calling for UK law reform to protect children's bodily autonomy and informed consent.
Prince George Phone Ban Sparks Parenting Debate
Prince William reveals 12-year-old Prince George is pushing back against smartphone ban. Discover how UK parents are navigating the mobile phone dilemma and what experts recommend.
Financial Education Crisis: New Plan for London Pupils
A groundbreaking campaign aims to deliver free financial education to every Year 6 child in London, addressing the UK's broken money skills system. Join the movement for change.
Financial education could boost UK incomes by £16bn
Teaching financial literacy in schools could boost UK household incomes by £16bn annually while rebuilding trust in financial institutions among younger generations.
Canada loses measles elimination status
Canada has lost its hard-won measles elimination status after outbreaks spread for over a year. Discover why vaccination rates have fallen below critical 95% threshold and what this means for public health.
Carrom: The Timeless Game Capturing British Hearts
Explore how the traditional game of Carrom is making a remarkable comeback in British households, offering simple joys and connection in our digital age.
Sam Smith had liposuction aged 13 due to bullying
Grammy-winning singer Sam Smith opens up about childhood liposuction procedure and years of body image struggles in emotional new interview.
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