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nbcnews.comUkraine's President Says Russia Trains Abducted Children as Combatants
Ukraine's president stated in a CBS News interview that his government holds evidence Russia is abducting Ukrainian children and training them to fight against Ukraine. He described the practice as a violation of international humanitarian law and called for stricter sanctions.
thehindu.comUkraine Says Russia Abducts Children and Trains Them to Fight
Ukrainian officials told CBS News they have evidence Russia is abducting Ukrainian children and training them as combatants. The International Criminal Court has previously issued an arrest warrant over child deportations.
More than 6,300 children held at ICE family detention centers since 2025
Federal immigration authorities have detained over 6,300 minors under 18 during President Trump's second term, with nearly half held at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in Texas. Ninety-seven percent of the children had no criminal record.
nbcnews.comChildren With Down Syndrome in Gaza Face Ongoing Hardship After Ceasefire
Twelve-year-old Shahd and other children with Down syndrome continue living in tents in Gaza. They react to the sound of drones by hiding, months after a ceasefire took effect.
thehindu.comItalian Climber Carries Kite With Messages From Gaza Children to Mount Everest Summit
Italian climber Leonardo Avezzano carried a kite bearing handwritten messages from Palestinian children in Gaza during an ascent of Mount Everest. The team was led by Palestinian-Jordanian climber Mostafa Salameh.
Nbc NewsSurgeon General Issues Suggested Screen Time Limits for Kids
The U.S. surgeon general's office released a report advising limits on children's screen time. The guidance addresses hours spent on devices and types of content viewed.
nbcnews.comStudy Finds Rise in Children's Anxiety-Related Doctor Visits
A study of nearly two million children found that doctor visits for anxiety increased more than 250 percent over ten years. The research examined medical records spanning a decade.
indiatoday.intoday.inGirls in Gaza Displacement Camp Train in Boxing Using Makeshift Equipment
Under the blazing sun, girls of different ages line up between rows of tents in Gaza’s Muwasi area of Khan Younis to practice boxing. They throw punches at worn punching bags and use makeshift training pads fashioned from plastic poles and padded tarps. @AP reported on the scene.
EuronewsNorwegian Study Finds Fruit and Vegetable Intake Linked to Fewer Behavioral Issues in Children
A study by University of Agder researchers in Norway reveals that children eating more fruits and vegetables exhibit fewer internalized issues like anxiety and depression. Conversely, higher consumption of sweet and salty snacks correlates with increased externalized problems suc…
deadline.comKEMRI and Partners Launch Study on Aflatoxin Risks to Children's Health in Africa
Researchers at the KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Research Programme, along with global partners, initiated a significant study on May 4, 2026, to evaluate aflatoxin exposure risks in African children amid climate change. Named TRACE, the project links climate data, food contamination, and…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewIsraeli Survey Shows War Stress Reduces Sleep, Exercise and Increases Junk Food Intake
A survey by Hebrew University researchers found that war stress from conflicts with Iran, Hamas and Hezbollah has led to poorer health behaviors among Israeli adults and children. Respondents reported less sleep, reduced physical activity and higher consumption of ultra-processed…
J.C. Schröder van der Kolk / Wikimedia (Public domain)UNICEF Launches Six-Week Sports Program to Support Gaza Children's Trauma Recovery
A six-week UNICEF initiative in Gaza is using sport to help children cope with the deep impacts of Israel's war. The program focuses on restoring normalcy, rebuilding confidence, and fostering hope for the future. Al Jazeera's Hani Mahmoud reported on these efforts amid ongoing c…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewNew South Wales Offers Free Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine to Children Aged Two to Four
New South Wales has introduced free nasal spray flu vaccinations for children aged two to four, following similar programs in Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia. The initiative aims to address declining vaccination rates among young children, who face higher risks…
Substrate placeholder — needs review5-Year-Old Boy from Maple Ridge, B.C., Holds Birthday Party at Local Recycling Centre
Himmat Rai, a 5-year-old from Maple Ridge, British Columbia, celebrated his fifth birthday at the Maple Ridge Recycling Centre with over a dozen classmates. Rai has shown interest in recycling since he was 18 months old and requested the venue after a summer tour.