Victoria childcare abuse allegations surge 50%
Shocking new data reveals a dramatic surge in serious incidents reported across Victoria's childcare centres, with allegations of violence, abuse and neglect rising by nearly 50% in just one year.
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The 5pm Void: UK's Missing Night Owl Toddler Activities
Frustrated parents of late-sleeping toddlers are calling out the lack of evening activities as UK childcare schedules fail to accommodate different sleep patterns.
Victoria's 10-day home approval plan cuts objection rights
The Victorian government plans to slash planning approval times to just 10 days while limiting objection rights, promising efficiency but raising concerns about community consultation.
Aristocrat's £25m Townhouse Plan Sparks Local Fury
Lady of the Manor faces local fury as she pushes forward with controversial plans to build luxury townhouses on historic family land, despite overwhelming community opposition.
Nursery spots signs leading to cerebral palsy diagnosis
Exclusive: Parents reveal how their world turned upside down after nursery staff noticed their toddler's unusual walking pattern, leading to a life-changing cerebral palsy diagnosis.
Why Teaching Children Proper English Matters
An urgent call to preserve traditional English language and manners in an era of declining standards. Discover why teaching children to speak like gentlemen isn't elitist - it's essential for their future success.
Harvey's heartbreaking plea: 'Why can't I have a friend?'
A mother's emotional account of her 11-year-old son Harvey's desperate search for friendship and the heartbreaking reality of childhood isolation affecting many families across the UK.
Family offers £18k for tutor to get 1-year-old into Eton
A London family is making headlines after advertising for a private tutor to prepare their one-year-old son for Eton College, offering an £18,000 annual salary in a controversial early education push.
Girl's 'growing pains' diagnosed as terminal cancer
Heartbreaking story of four-year-old Isla Weston, whose symptoms were dismissed as growing pains before devastating terminal cancer diagnosis that's left her family shattered.
UK construction costs surge 40%, threatening projects
New data reveals UK construction costs have surged by up to 40%, forcing developers to delay or redesign major projects as budgets spiral out of control.
AI Songwriting: Robbing Children of Creative Joy?
As children increasingly use AI to create music, experts warn we're missing the most valuable part of the creative process - the messy, joyful journey of discovery.
Kenya plans new city near Nairobi to ease congestion
Kenya embarks on an ambitious urban development project to construct a new city near Nairobi, designed to alleviate congestion and drive economic growth across East Africa.
Most parents: Potty training not needed for school start
Groundbreaking UK survey reveals shifting parental attitudes toward toilet training, with most parents now saying children don't need to be potty trained before beginning their educational journey.
Kate Middleton's screen time warning to parents
Kate Middleton's powerful new essay reveals the hidden dangers of excessive screen time for children and offers practical solutions for modern parents.
IGDA: Building the next generation of game developers
Discover how the International Game Developers Association is breaking down barriers and creating pathways to success for aspiring game creators worldwide through mentorship, education and global networking.
Oxford Study: Childhood Experiences Shape Adult Life
Groundbreaking Oxford study uncovers how childhood experiences fundamentally impact adult health, relationships and life outcomes decades later.
Kate Middleton's emotional plea about childhood protection
The Princess of Wales delivers an emotional personal message about early childhood development, revealing her ongoing work behind the scenes while recovering from abdominal surgery.
Australian rocker's childhood photo goes viral
An Australian rock sensation has sent fans wild after sharing an adorable childhood photograph that reveals his musical destiny was written in the stars from an early age.
Childhood terror: How a teacher's rage shaped men
A powerful reflection on how one teacher's explosive anger during a school drama lesson left lasting psychological scars and shaped emotional development in young boys.
Gender stereotypes limit children's career dreams by age 7
Groundbreaking research shows children as young as seven are narrowing career options due to persistent gender stereotypes, with concerning implications for future workforce diversity.
March against homes in Thomas Hardy countryside
Hundreds of protesters marched through Dorset countryside opposing 2,000-home development they claim would destroy landscape immortalised by Thomas Hardy
Prozac in pregnancy may harm baby brain development
New research suggests common antidepressant Prozac, taken during pregnancy, could affect fetal brain development, raising crucial questions about maternal mental health treatment.
AI Parenting: How Artificial Intelligence Is Changing Childhood
New research reveals how AI tools are transforming family life, from bedtime stories to homework help. Discover the surprising benefits and hidden risks of raising children in the age of artificial intelligence.
Childhood IQ predicts adult alcohol risk, study finds
Groundbreaking UK research discovers children with lower cognitive test scores face significantly higher risk of developing alcohol-related problems as adults, including dependency and dangerous behaviours.
UK's 25,000-home mega-town: Sustainable community revealed
Discover the ambitious plans for Britain's largest new settlement in decades - a revolutionary 25,000-home community complete with schools, healthcare facilities, and sustainable transport networks set to redefine modern living.
Hearing test breakthrough could detect autism in newborns
Groundbreaking research from the University of California suggests a straightforward hearing test could detect autism in newborns, potentially revolutionising early intervention strategies.
Sydney Council Backs Plan for 31,000 New Homes
A landmark decision by a Sydney council paves the way for up to 31,000 new homes in Waterloo, promising to tackle the housing crisis while facing significant local opposition over density and infrastructure concerns.
Margot Robbie's childhood ant farm chaos revealed
Hollywood superstar Margot Robbie reveals her most outrageous childhood moment - a chaotic ant farm experiment that brought insects crawling through her family home in a hilarious domestic disaster.
School Closures Damaged Childhood, UK Report Finds
A devastating official inquiry finds UK school closures during COVID caused profound damage to children's social development and educational progress, with effects still rippling through classrooms today.
Unschooled: A Mother's Education Revolution in Northumberland
Caro Giles's powerful memoir 'Unschooled' reveals how embracing nature and freedom transformed her family's life after tragedy, offering radical alternatives to conventional education.
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