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🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

An Amazon tribe was saved from extinction with only three women and no men

An Amazonian tribe, the akuntsu, found hope for survival after the birth of a child to one of the last three women of their population, highlighting the importance of indigenous rights and rainforest conservation.

Mar 1 • 11:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Ian Huntley's attacker gets jail 'bragging rights' after attack on Soham killer

Ian Huntley, the Soham double child killer, is in critical condition after being violently attacked by an inmate at HMP Frankland.

Feb 28 • 08:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Heidi got married unwillingly at only 17 – 'When I was expecting my fifth child, I was advised to have an abortion'

The article discusses Heidi's experiences of marrying young and facing pressure regarding her pregnancy decisions.

Feb 28 • 07:04 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Yemeni Child Subjected to Brutal Torture Due to Mango and Outrage on Social Media

A 13-year-old Yemeni boy was brutally tortured for taking a mango from a farm, leading to widespread outrage among Yemenis.

Feb 27 • 13:51 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Basti: Two girls aged 13 and 14 became mothers; their dignity was violated by relatives!

Two minor girls in Basti, India, were victims of sexual assault and have subsequently become mothers, leading to a societal uproar.

Feb 27 • 08:53 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Blog: Bundestag Decides on More Rights for Biological Fathers

The Bundestag has passed a law enhancing the legal rights of biological fathers in Germany, enabling them to more easily contest the legal paternity of another man for their child.

Feb 27 • 05:56 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Institute allocates R$ 17 million for 38 education projects in the country

The Itaú Social Institute will allocate over R$ 17 million to educational programs across Brazil, supporting 38 projects aimed at improving children's school access and retention.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The victory of a 'sister of courage' against the Russian child indoctrination machinery

Ksenia Koldin, at just 21 years old, shares her brave journey in recovering her brother from a Russian re-education camp after their family faced struggles with alcohol.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Ministry of Women and AGU request that CNJ investigate judges who acquitted defendant for the rape of a minor

The Ministry of Women and AGU have requested an investigation into judges who acquitted a man accused of raping a minor.

Feb 25 • 23:15 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Council on Legislation criticizes proposal for the detention of children

The Swedish government faces backlash over its proposal to extend the detention period for children from three to five months, which is criticized by the Council on Legislation for conflicting with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.

Feb 25 • 17:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UN criticizes acquittal of man for raping 12-year-old girl in Minas Gerais

UN agencies express deep concern over the acquittal of a man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl in Brazil.

Feb 25 • 10:44 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The danger of living "outside the system": the mistake some parents made in an isolated house that cost them custody

A family living in isolation in Italy lost custody of their children after their lifestyle choice was deemed a serious violation of minors' rights.

Feb 25 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

15 States Target US Government Over Child Vaccination Policy

Fifteen states are taking action against the US government's child vaccination policy.

Feb 25 • 01:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Matea Ćorić: Surrogacy – Trading Life Under the Veil of Compassion

The article discusses the moral implications of surrogacy, emphasizing the view that it commodifies motherhood and reduces the dignity of the child and mother.

Feb 23 • 14:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Infant Death in Alytus: Child Rights Defenders Announce What is Known About the Family

A tragic incident in Alytus resulted in the death of an infant, leading authorities to investigate the circumstances surrounding the event.

Feb 23 • 11:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Temporary suspension of membership for Bae Hyun-jin to be heard on the 26th

The Seoul Southern District Court will hold a hearing on Bae Hyun-jin's request to suspend the disciplinary action that halted her party membership for one year.

Feb 23 • 10:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

I'm an MP and SEND parent - I'm hopeful we don't have to fight for our child's basic rights

Labour MP Jen Craft, who is also a parent of a child with special educational needs, expresses hope for positive reforms in the government’s special educational needs system, as concerns from parents are often politicized.

Feb 22 • 22:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The kidnapped child has been abroad for two years. "The system didn’t help me," says the father

A father laments that he hasn’t received assistance from the system after his child was kidnapped and taken abroad for two years.

Feb 22 • 06:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Anambra to prosecute woman accused of burning maid with hot iron

The Anambra State government is moving forward with the prosecution of a woman accused of torturing her housemaid with a hot iron.

Feb 20 • 16:27 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Vermont couple reclaims foster care license after taking a stand on child gender transitioning

A married couple in Vermont has successfully reclaimed their foster care license after legal action against the state's requirement for LGBTQ+ training, which they opposed due to their views on child gender transitioning.

Feb 20 • 13:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Balcázar Faces First Controversy as President of Peru: Criticism Over Comments on Child Marriage

Peru's new interim president, José María Balcázar, is facing backlash from human rights organizations for his comments on child marriage restrictions.

Feb 20 • 09:54 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Unable to bear labor pain, she cut open her abdomen with a blade, intestines came out

In a desperate act, a pregnant woman in Uttar Pradesh cut open her abdomen with a blade during labor pains, leading to the birth of her child.

Feb 20 • 08:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Victims of human rights violations at Seongam Academy and Brothers Home will receive compensation without state lawsuits

Victims of past human rights violations in child welfare and homeless facilities in South Korea will be able to receive compensation without having to pursue lawsuits against the state.

Feb 20 • 06:23 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Suspension of Membership Rights’ Baehyun-jin of the National Power, Files Application for Suspension of Disciplinary Action in Court

Lawmaker Baehyun-jin, who received a one-year suspension from the National Power party, has filed for a court injunction to halt the disciplinary action against her.

Feb 20 • 02:16 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

What to do if you have nude pictures leaked online

A recent program highlighted the police's efforts to combat online child pornography, raising awareness about the steps victims can take if they suspect their own images have been leaked.

Feb 19 • 18:34 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Rape Victim's Child Receives Mother's Name', Court Draws the Line

The Bombay High Court ruled that a child born to a rape victim can take the name and caste of the single mother, emphasizing the importance of societal acceptance and the rights of women.

Feb 19 • 08:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Justice condemns man for registering another's daughter to receive visits from the child's mother in prison in the interior of SP

A man was sentenced to over two years in prison for falsely registering the paternity of a 7-year-old girl to gain visitation rights with her mother, who is in prison.

Feb 17 • 16:40 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

A brick on the wall: The element on the dark web that saved a 12-year-old girl from years of abuse

A dark web investigation uncovered a crucial detail that led to the rescue of a 12-year-old girl who had been the subject of abuse for years.

Feb 17 • 13:43 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Child rights experts urge improvements to regulations protecting children from sexual exploitation

Child rights experts in Latvia are calling for better preventative measures to protect children from sexual exploitation, emphasizing the need for education and awareness among children, parents, and educators.

Feb 17 • 13:25 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Lisa Magnusson: A little boy in crisis has the right to not be filmed and exposed by SVT

The article criticizes a new reality show "Mammor" for violating a child's privacy during a family crisis.

Feb 17 • 06:29 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
Crime & Justice

Rwanda: Congolese Woman Convicted of Child Trafficking By Belgian Court

A Congolese woman has been sentenced to 14 years in prison by a Belgian court for her involvement in child trafficking, having facilitated the illegal adoption of children from DR Congo.

Feb 16 • 11:24 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Expert on baby deportation: Could violate the Convention on the Rights of the Child

An eight-month-old baby named Emanuel has received a deportation order to Iran, raising concerns among legal experts regarding potential violations of children's rights.

Feb 15 • 16:09 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Mothers with Mental Disorders: Love and Relationships, Pregnancy, and the Desire to Raise Children

The article discusses the challenges faced by mothers with mental disorders in Latvia, highlighting their capacity for love, relationships, and the desire to raise children despite societal misconceptions.

Feb 14 • 22:02 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Between Adoption and Custody: The Outcomes of the Case of an Afghan Girl in the Possession of an American Family

The complex legal and humanitarian case of a two-month-old Afghan girl, found after an airstrike, highlights the ongoing struggles for her custody and the implications of U.S. military actions in Afghanistan.

Feb 14 • 15:24 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Soldier adopted Afghan baby – court approves

A U.S. Marine has been granted custody of an Afghan baby girl he adopted after she survived an American attack, despite attempts from an Afghan couple claiming familial rights.

Feb 13 • 20:22 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Sudan: International Day Against the Use of Child Soldiers

On the International Day Against the Use of Child Soldiers, human rights organizations emphasize the severe impact of conflict on children in Sudan, particularly in Darfur.

Feb 13 • 12:21 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Valerie and her siblings were taken from their mother and placed in institutions during Australia’s Stolen Generations. Two didn’t survive

Valerie Wenberg reflects on her traumatic childhood as one of the Stolen Generations in Australia, where she and her siblings were forcibly taken from their mother, resulting in the deaths of two siblings in state-run institutions.

Feb 12 • 14:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Childhood, Punishment, and Absence

The article highlights the plight of children imprisoned during Argentina's military dictatorship and the ethical challenges faced in addressing their rights.

Feb 12 • 03:13 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Children's Ombudsman proposes that the consideration of the child's best interest be added to the Constitution

Elina Pekkarinen, the Children's Ombudsman, has presented a report to the Finnish Parliament advocating for the inclusion of children's best interests in the Constitution.

Feb 11 • 23:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Dispute Between Two Mothers Over Child: The Constitutional Court Favoring the Biological Mother

The Czech Constitutional Court has ruled in favor of a biological mother in a dispute regarding child custody involving another mother.

Feb 11 • 14:26 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Deeply tragic debut novel about surviving a father

Silas Alikis' debut novel presents a poignant narrative through the eyes of a child escaping an abusive father, showcasing the emotional turmoil of survival.

Feb 11 • 11:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Ghislaine Maxwell's vile signal as she ignores questions about 'child rapist' Epstein

Ghislaine Maxwell refused to answer questions about Jeffrey Epstein during a US Congress hearing, citing her Fifth Amendment rights, angering US officials.

Feb 10 • 12:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Legal Council: The benefit cap could clash with children's rights

The Legal Council is urging the Swedish government to conduct a more thorough analysis of how its proposed benefit cap aligns with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

Feb 10 • 09:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Municipal detectives cleaned up: Parents exploited children's free card while they cleaned summer houses

Municipal detectives uncovered a scheme where parents exploited their children's financial assistance while working in summer house cleaning.

Feb 10 • 07:05 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

DN Debate. "End to unclear rules - this is how arbitrariness in the LVU can be reduced"

The article discusses proposed changes to the LVU legislation in Sweden to reduce arbitrariness and prioritize children's welfare over parental rights.

Feb 9 • 19:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 1st Edition this Monday (9)

This news article features various highlights from the broadcast of Jornal Anhanguera, covering topics such as legislation, public safety, cultural events, and notable incidents.

Feb 9 • 18:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: RJ1 from Monday, February 9, 2026

Various news segments from RJ1 highlight critical issues in Brazil, including a proposal to change workers' schedules, a shocking arrest in a child abuse case, and a commentary by Lula on Trump's provocations.

Feb 9 • 16:13 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Food, Protecting the Rights of the Child

The article discusses the ongoing challenge of alimentary debtors in Argentina and the legal frameworks established to enforce child support payments.

Feb 9 • 04:05 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The government supports the proposal to obligate courts to provide information to child rights defenders

The Lithuanian government has approved a proposed amendment to the Criminal Procedure Code that would require courts to provide information to child rights defenders about convictions related to child abuse cases.

Feb 8 • 14:15 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

"We need to confront this past"

Kristín I. Pálsdóttir, a spokesperson for Rótarinnar, emphasizes the need for an independent investigation into failures of the child protection system in Iceland, particularly regarding historical cases of child abuse.

Feb 7 • 23:30 UTC

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