Couple jailed for keeping six kids locked in filthy home
A depraved couple has been sentenced after their six children were discovered malnourished and imprisoned in squalid, padlocked rooms in a case that has shocked the nation.
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British boy abducted to Poland returns home after 5 years
A British boy, at the centre of an international abduction case, has been safely returned to the UK after his mother took him to Poland without consent. The emotional reunion marks the end of a gruelling five-year legal battle fought by his desperate fath
Arizona Child Services Failed: Toddler Murdered
The Arizona Department of Child Safety faces intense scrutiny after a two-year-old boy, under their supervision, was murdered by his mother. This case exposes critical failures in the state's child protection system.
Psychotherapist reveals essential parenting practice for resilient kids
An expert child psychotherapist shares the single most important parenting practice for nurturing resilient, emotionally intelligent children and strengthening family connections.
Pennsylvania House of Horrors: Children locked in filthy room
Shocking details emerge from a Pennsylvania home where two children were discovered in a padlocked bedroom amidst appalling squalor, as parents face serious charges.
Five Children Rescued From Padlocked Basement Dungeon
In a shocking case of child neglect, five minors were discovered imprisoned in a padlocked basement dungeon by Missouri police. Authorities have charged three individuals as the investigation into the squalid conditions continues.
Children Rescued from Pennsylvania Dungeon House
Shocking child abuse case uncovered in Pennsylvania as six siblings are discovered locked in a squalid basement dungeon by their parents, who now face a litany of serious criminal charges.
1 in 4 UK students can't name a single Prime Minister
Exclusive research reveals a staggering historical knowledge gap among UK students, with a quarter unable to name any British Prime Minister and many confusing leaders with celebrities.
Expert Tips to Boost Your Child's Reading Before School
Discover expert-backed, game-changing strategies to transform your child into a confident reader. From phonics fun to building a reading sanctuary, our guide ensures a smooth and joyful start to their educational journey.
Expert's 5 Phonics Tricks To Boost Your Child's Reading
An education specialist shares her top, easy-to-implement phonics strategies that parents can use to transform story time and give their child a major head start in literacy.
Expert's 5-Minute Phonics Secret To Help Your Child Read
Struggling to help your child read? A top phonics expert shares her simple, game-changing 5-minute daily trick that parents are raving about. Discover how to make reading fun and boost literacy skills at home.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Fuels UK Child Poverty Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals how the UK's two-child benefit cap has plunged 1.5 million children into poverty since 2015, with experts warning of irreversible damage to a generation's future.
Mum handcuffs son, 7, to bed for 12 hours in UK neglect case
A mother from the UK faces serious charges after allegedly handcuffing her seven-year-old son to a bed for 12 hours. The shocking case of child neglect unfolded in court as her defence was revealed.
Maine mother charged after toddler drowns, infant injured
A Maine mother faces serious charges after her three-year-old son drowned in a river and her one-year-old infant was discovered with severe injuries in a case of alleged neglect.
Guardian's 2025 Headline Exposed as Social Experiment
An exclusive look at The Guardian's 2025 media experiment that fooled thousands, revealing critical insights into public trust, digital literacy, and the future of journalism in the UK.
Australia Announces National Child Sex Offender Registry
In a historic decision for child protection, Australia is establishing a publicly accessible national registry for convicted child sex offenders, empowering parents to perform crucial safety checks.
Data Reveals Stark Gender Gap in UK Reading Habits
Startling new data analysis reveals a growing gender divide in reading habits. This in-depth investigation explores whether men are abandoning books, the cultural forces at play, and the profound societal implications of this modern literary crisis.
Australian men reading far fewer books than women: new data
Recent statistics show a concerning decline in reading rates among Australian men, with women and children far outpacing them. Explore the reasons behind this trend and what it means for literacy and culture.
Andy Griffiths on fighting childhood reading decline
Bestselling children's author Andy Griffiths discusses the decline in reading among kids, the magic of storytelling, and how his wildly popular Treehouse series is reigniting a love for books.
Lithuania to teach kids to spot fake news from age 12
Lithuania is pushing for digital literacy reforms to educate children on identifying fake news and online threats from as young as 12 years old.
Labour to scrap two-child benefit cap
Labour announces plans to abolish the controversial two-child benefit cap, aiming to lift 250,000 children out of poverty. Critics argue the policy has pushed families into hardship.
Shouting at kids harms mental health, study finds
A groundbreaking study warns that yelling at children can lead to long-term mental health issues, including anxiety and depression. Experts suggest alternative discipline methods.
Woman arrested after toddler left alone in freezing car
A 25-year-old woman was arrested after leaving her two-year-old child unattended in a freezing car while shopping at Walmart. Police were alerted by concerned bystanders.
Therapist's better alternative to 'stranger danger'
A child therapist shares her expert tips on teaching children to identify potentially dangerous individuals, moving beyond the outdated 'stranger danger' approach.
Man charged in summer camp poisoning case
A man has been charged with child cruelty offences following a poisoning incident at a summer camp in Leicestershire, leaving multiple children hospitalised.
Police probe child marriage after 12-year-old gives birth
Authorities in Brazil are probing a suspected child marriage after a 12-year-old girl reportedly gave birth. The case has sparked outrage and renewed calls for stronger child protection laws.
Mum forces kids to crush hot peppers as punishment
A disturbing video has surfaced showing a mother punishing her children by making them crush hot peppers. The footage has sparked outrage online.
Parents abandon 10-year-old at UK airport
A 10-year-old child was left stranded at a UK airport after their parents allegedly abandoned them. The shocking incident has sparked outrage and an urgent police investigation.
Stranger attempts child abduction in Virginia mall
A brazen kidnapping attempt unfolded in a Virginia mall as a stranger grabbed a young girl before bystanders intervened. Police are now hunting for the suspect.
Sydney carer charged with child abuse material production
A Sydney-based after-school carer has been arrested and charged with producing child abuse material across six facilities in Northern Sydney, sparking outrage and calls for stricter safeguarding measures.
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