A Guardian columnist's eye-opening account of how a simple school field trip reveals the stark reality of educational inequality in modern Britain, where parents' financial contributions increasingly determine children's opportunities.
Shocking new research shows teenagers with smoking parents age faster biologically, facing increased risk of cancer and heart disease regardless of their own habits.
Exclusive interview reveals the heartbreaking account of James Crumbley, father of the Oxford High School shooter, as he speaks out for the first time since his son's deadly attack on a Michigan church.
California Governor Gavin Newsom launches scathing attack on Florida's expanded parental rights legislation, intensifying the cultural war between Democratic and Republican states.
Outraged Manchester families demand removal of explicit Channel 4 show advertisements from public buses, calling them inappropriate for young viewers.
A landmark London summit unites business leaders and policymakers to tackle the outdated stereotypes holding back working dads, championing flexible work and shared parental responsibilities for a modern economy.
A 'cowardly and heartless' father has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 22 years for the murder of his 10-month-old son, who suffered catastrophic injuries in a sustained and brutal assault.
Exclusive: Former Education Minister Robin Walker reveals he was pressured to endorse medical interventions for questioning children without parental consent, sparking a major safeguarding row.
New research reveals the critical role of parental involvement over strict controls for children's first phones. Discover the strategies for fostering digital resilience and safety.
Rebecca Butterfield, the mother infamously imprisoned for her son's persistent truancy, has been released from HMP Styal. Her case ignited a national debate on the criminalisation of parents and the education system's failings.
Groundbreaking research reveals how AI and sound analysis can help parents understand if their baby is hungry, tired, or in pain simply by listening to their cries.
Parents are in uproar after discovering Meta used their daughters' images, scraped from Facebook, in personalised advertisements without permission, raising serious child safety and data privacy concerns.
In an unprecedented move, more than 1,700 American CEOs and business leaders have vowed to suspend all political contributions following the violent insurrection at the US Capitol, signalling a major shift in corporate political engagement.
A UK school faces backlash after a student was allegedly placed in isolation for wearing the wrong skirt, sparking a heated debate on uniform policies and student rights.
Florida enacts one of America's strictest social media laws, prohibiting children under 14 from using platforms like TikTok and Instagram, mandating age verification, and allowing account deletion.
Labour's Bridget Phillipson unveils plan for legal 'parental guarantee' on school curriculum transparency, aiming to rebuild trust and drive up standards in education.
Governor Ron DeSantis signs contentious legislation enabling swift book challenges in Florida schools, drawing fierce criticism from free speech advocates and legal experts who decry it as censorship.
A father from Weston-super-Mare faced instant financial horror after his son's innocent typo on a phone upgrade spiralled into a staggering £1,500 bill. This cautionary tale reveals the shocking cost of a simple mistake and the fight to get the money back
An explosive investigation reveals a covert government rating system for abuse allegations in NSW childcare centres, deliberately withheld from parents and the public.
A mother's heartache after her son publicly declared his 'cheap' school shoes were from Asda ignites a fierce online discussion about bullying, budgeting, and the immense social pressures faced by parents.
Exclusive investigation into the devastating story of a mother who fled Australia after her miracle child, born against all odds, tragically passed away at sixteen years old.
A UK mother sparks online debate after justifying her decision to take a solo holiday without her children just two months into motherhood, arguing for the necessity of parental self-care and mental health breaks.
US conservative commentator Charlie Kirk faces a massive backlash after making controversial remarks about children on his podcast, drawing condemnation from parents and critics in the UK and beyond.
A leading financial expert has pinpointed the three most common pension mistakes that could slash your retirement income. Discover how to protect your savings and secure your financial future.
French comedian and activist Laure Ferrari drove a mock 'taxi of the indebted' to Nigel Farage's Essex home, protesting his stance on the UK's EU contributions. The stunt highlights ongoing tensions over Brexit and financial accountability.
A grieving mother was forced to wait five days to hold her four-year-old daughter after a hospital froze the child's body without parental permission. The heartbroken family demands answers from NHS Frimley Health Foundation Trust.
Strict new government regulations empower headteachers to issue hefty fines and pursue legal action against parents taking children out of school without permission, with penalties reaching up to £2,500 per child.
New expert guidelines reveal essential controls and privacy settings every parent must know before buying their child's first mobile. Learn how to balance safety with independence.
In a groundbreaking decision, Hong Kong's top court grants parental rights to a non-biological mother in a same-sex couple, setting a new precedent for LGBTQ+ families in the region after a four-year legal battle.
A mother from Bury is outraged after her son's school issued a £120 fine for a family holiday to Egypt during term time. The school's 'zero tolerance' policy on absences has sparked a fierce debate on parental rights and educational authority.