Parents are facing a costly surprise as major holiday operators hike prices for children as young as 12, with some 'adult' rates kicking in from just two years old. Discover the rules and how to avoid budget blowouts.
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.
Marine archaeologists have uncovered a submerged Stone Age settlement in the Baltic Sea, revealing a 7,000-year-old lost world of sophisticated hunter-gatherers off Denmark's coast.
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.
Victoria rolls out landmark reforms to its Working With Children Check system, introducing continuous monitoring and stricter enforcement to close critical safeguarding gaps and protect vulnerable minors.
Channel 4's powerful documentary 'The Children Prisoned in Their Bodies' leaves viewers and contributor Lily Phillips stunned, revealing the harrowing truth of online child exploitation in the UK.
In a heart-stopping incident, a two-year-old boy calmly walked into a Chinese hospital with a kitchen knife impaled in his head. Doctors performed a life-saving three-hour surgery to remove the blade, which had pierced his skull by 2cm. The mother claims
Discover why psychologists are championing 'Lighthouse Parenting', the mindful approach that balances guidance with natural consequences to raise capable, resilient children.
A British mother's shocking five-word statement after pleading guilty to the manslaughter of her 18-month-old son has been revealed in court. The harrowing case involves systematic abuse and neglect.
A paediatrician's horrifying discovery uncovers a mother allegedly poisoning her own infant with dangerous doses of salt in a severe case of Munchausen syndrome by proxy, leading to a lengthy prison sentence.
Exclusive: A rising number of fathers are using underhanded methods, including fake DNA tests and identity theft, to evade their financial responsibilities, leaving mothers and children in dire straits.
Cherie Walker and Dustin Walker have been sentenced to prison after their newborn daughter was discovered in squalid conditions, malnourished and surrounded by drug paraphernalia in a shocking case of child neglect in the UK.
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.
Police launch urgent search after a young girl was grabbed by a man while walking in a West Yorkshire field. Full description of the suspect released.
Amber Heaviland and Aurora Bojorquez have been taken into custody following a dramatic Amber Alert in Texas. The two women were wanted for questioning in connection to a child abduction case that gripped the state.
Wei Jun Soh Lee, a former Gold Coast gymnastics coach, has been handed a life ban by Gymnastics Australia after being convicted of possessing child abuse material. The disgraced coach's crimes have sent shockwaves through the sporting community.
Discover why psychologists are endorsing 'Lighthouse Parenting' – the balanced approach that guides children without hovering. Learn how this method builds resilience and independence.
The shocking true story of a New Zealand father who abducted his three children into the wilderness for four years, cutting them off from society, education, and reality in a twisted experiment.
A mother shares her family's nightmare after a convicted paedophile used the popular Roblox gaming platform to befriend and sexually assault her young daughter, sparking urgent online safety concerns.
Emmy-winning actress Christine Baranski opens up about the lack of substantial roles for older women in Hollywood, calling for a dramatic shift in how the industry perceives and utilises the talent of veteran actresses.
Exclusive: Sir Keir Starmer pledges to review the controversial two-child benefit cap, branding it 'unfair' and signalling a major shift in Labour's welfare policy ahead of the general election.
The UK government is considering a radical new road safety trial that could see speed limits on certain motorways raised to a blistering 93mph (150km/h). Discover the potential risks, rewards, and the smart technology that will make it possible.
Exclusive: The Church of England faces renewed scrutiny as a Cheshire priest and a Sheffield children's worker are charged with child abuse image offences, raising serious questions about its safeguarding protocols.
An 11-year-old maths prodigy from the UK has achieved a top grade in his GCSE maths exam, a staggering five years ahead of his peers. Discover the incredible story of this young genius's remarkable academic feat.
Two young British brothers in America faced unimaginable horror, orphaned and alone for 12 hours after both parents tragically died within moments of each other in their family home.
The arrest of an undocumented migrant on serious child exploitation charges in liberal Massachusetts has ignited a fierce political firestorm, pitting immigration enforcement against progressive values and causing anguish within the suspect's own family.
Exclusive: The UK state pension age could be raised to 69 sooner than expected, forcing a 'work till you drop' reality for millions in their 40s and 50s. We reveal the secret government review and what it means for you.
A quick-thinking four-year-old boy from the UK is being hailed a hero after performing life-saving back slaps on his mother when she began choking on a sweet. Read the incredible story of his bravery.
A British man reveals the devastating public abuse he endures as strangers mistake his older girlfriend's youthful appearance for a child, leading to vile 'paedophile' slurs. This is their story of love against prejudice.
Exclusive images and interviews reveal the devastating reality of a teenage girl forced into motherhood at just 13, highlighting Britain's growing epidemic of child carers and the systemic failures putting vulnerable children at risk.