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Elon Musk's Comments on UK Grooming Gangs Criticized by Health Secretary

Elon Musk, the tech billionaire and owner of social media platform X, has been criticized for his recent comments regarding the UK government's handling of grooming gangs. The Health Secretary, Wes Streeting, called Musk's remarks "misinformed" and "misjudged," particularly......

Moroccan Child Psychiatrist Honored with Inaugural UN Distinction for Mental Health Advocacy

Ghizlane Benjelloun has been named the 2024 "UN Personality in Morocco" by the United Nations Development System (SNUD), recognizing her exceptional dedication to advancing children's mental health. The announcement, made in Rabat on United Nations Day, marks the first-ever recipient of......

UK Lawmakers Propose Groundbreaking Bill to Curb Social Media Addiction in Teens

In a bold move to address growing concerns about the impact of social media on young people's mental health, a new bill in the United Kingdom aims to force tech giants to make their platforms less addictive for users under 16. The "Safer Phones Bill," introduced by Labour MP Josh MacAlister,......

Haitian Gangs Recruit Starving Children for Armed Conflict, Report Finds

Haitian gangs are coercing desperate and hungry children into joining their ranks, preparing them for a protracted and violent confrontation with international security forces, according to a new report from Human Rights Watch (HRW). The alarming trend is a reflection of Haiti's deepening crisis,......

Tragedy Strikes: School Bus Fire Claims Lives of Children in Thailand

A devastating incident unfolded on the outskirts of Bangkok, Thailand, where a school bus transporting primary school students and their teachers was engulfed in flames, leading to a heartbreaking loss of life. At least 20 children and three educators are feared dead after the bus caught fire during......

Over 520,000 Children Vaccinated Against Polio in Gaza Amid Ongoing Health Initiatives

In a significant public health achievement, more than 520,000 children in Gaza have received vaccinations against polio, marking a crucial step in the region's efforts to combat this preventable disease. The vaccination campaign, which is part of a broader initiative to enhance child health, underscores......

Philippine Preacher Denies Child Abuse and Trafficking Allegations Amid Growing Controversy

In a high-profile case that has captured national attention, Apollo Quiboloy, a prominent preacher in the Philippines who refers to himself as the “anointed son of God,” has entered a plea of not guilty to serious charges of child abuse and human trafficking. The 74-year-old religious figure,......

Telegram Faces Criticism Over Handling of Child Exploitation Content

Before Telegram CEO Pavel Durov's arrest in France, the messaging app had been criticized for its lack of response to child safety advocates. Advocacy groups such as the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), the Canadian Centre for Child Protection, and the Internet Watch......

Gaza's Silent Crisis: Famine Claims Lives of Young Children

The hospital’s pediatric ward struggles to care for malnourished children alongside those injured in bombings, with limited resources and space. Gaza is witnessing a growing catastrophe as child malnutrition and dehydration claim more lives in the war-torn enclave. Unlike those killed in Israeli......