Food Debtors: A Court in Rosario Orders Collection of Child Support Through Electricity Bills
A court in Rosario, Argentina, has mandated that past-due child support payments be collected through the local electricity bill to ensure compliance.
Tragic final days of Victoria Climbie, 8, who was starved and beaten to death
The tragic case of Victoria Climbié, an 8-year-old girl who died due to severe abuse, has led to significant reforms in child protection laws in the UK.
Psychiatry chief sees it happen: "Unfortunately, there are families that end up in a Bermuda Triangle"
A Danish psychiatry chief reflects on the challenges families face in accessing mental health services, highlighting systemic issues within the psychiatric care system.
Child fell into the water in an underpass
A child fell into a flooded underpass in Kaarina, Finland, but was rescued by a relative and was later hospitalized; authorities are investigating potential legal violations regarding public safety.
8-Year-Old Boy Missing in Vantaa
An 8-year-old boy has gone missing in Vantaa, and police are urging anyone with information to contact emergency services.
The eldest son of Juana Rivas at the trial in Italy: 'I lived through hell. Many times my father tried to take my life'
In a trial in Italy, Gabriel, the eldest son of Juana Rivas, presented harrowing testimony against his father, Francesco Arcuri, detailing severe abuse and asserting that the social services failed to protect him and his brother.
The number of children with the status of accused is increasing: 'Striking figures'
The number of children classified as accused in violence-related cases has surged significantly in recent years, with 176 recorded last year compared to 65 in 2015.
SHOCKING STATISTICS: One in five believes teaching children about body parts is sexual abuse
A study reveals uneven awareness of child sexual abuse and available support services in Estonia, particularly among men and urban residents.
Body of a child who disappeared in the Inga River is located
Emergency services in Puerto Quito found the body of a 1.5-year-old child who fell into the Inga River during a family outing.
Letter to City Leadership: Family Judges See Protection of Munich's Children at Risk
Family judges in Munich express concerns over child welfare and urge city officials to take immediate action due to insufficient resources in family support services.
Lay Judge Voted for Malin's Baby to be Taken - Regrets it
A social services agency in Örebro faces criticism over the removal of a baby due to incorrect information regarding the mother's intellectual capacity, with the lay judge involved expressing regret over their decision.
We investigated the living conditions of disadvantaged Finnish children – The information breaks the heart
An investigation reveals alarming conditions under which disadvantaged Finnish children live, shedding light on serious failures in child protection services.
When You Suddenly Need a Place for Your Child... Extended Same-Day Reservations for Hourly Childcare Until 2 PM
South Korea's Ministry of Education has announced an extension of same-day reservations for hourly childcare services to 2 PM, along with improvements to the caregiver-to-child ratio.
Three-year-old child who drowned in Salto dies
A three-year-old child who drowned in Salto, São Paulo, has died following resuscitation efforts by emergency services.
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.
The Load has Increased Significantly at Child Protection Services
Child protection services in Iceland are experiencing a significant increase in workload.
The system has changed significantly since the Child Protection Agency was dissolved
Ólöf Ásta Farestveit highlights changes in Iceland's child protection system since the dissolution of the Child Protection Agency, emphasizing the need for better vigilance in cases like the controversial Bakkakotsmálið.
Children's Protection Center: Social Services Often Use a 'Here and Now' Approach in Evaluations
A report by the Children's Protection Center emphasizes the need for a more comprehensive evaluation of the support system for families, particularly concerning the recurring separation of children from their parents in Latvia.
Unacceptable for Child Protective Services to Monitor Foster Parents Themselves
A recent report raises concerns about the efficacy of Child Protective Services in Iceland overseeing foster parents.
Child Suspected of Bombing - Driven Home by Police
A boy under 15 years old is suspected of carrying out a bombing in Malmö, but due to his age, he was not arrested and was instead driven home by police after no social services arrived to take him.
Former Director of Child Protection Service on Bakkakot: 'I didn't even know about the existence of this home'
A former leader of Iceland's Child Protection Service has revealed that they were unaware of a facility known as Bakkakot.
VIDEO: firefighters save 2-year-old child choked in Porto Feliz
Firefighters in Porto Feliz, Brazil, successfully saved a 2-year-old child who was choking, as documented by security cameras during the incident.
Whistleblower in the Elsa Case: Crucial Information Was Withheld
A whistleblower has come forward in the case of Elsa from Örebro, claiming that critical information was withheld from decision-makers in the social services committee regarding her removal from her parents.
A 6-year-old girl dies after falling from the window of a sixth floor in Salamanca
A 6-year-old girl tragically fell to her death from a sixth-floor window in Salamanca, prompting an investigation by the National Police.
EU investigates Shein over sale of child-like sex dolls and weapons
The European Union is formally investigating Shein for potentially failing to restrict the sale of illegal products and protect users under the Digital Services Act.
After the scandal over sex dolls, the European Union threatens to ban the Chinese platform Shein
The European Union has launched an investigation into China's Shein, potentially leading to its prohibition in Europe due to concerns over illegal products and addictive service designs.
Brussels investigates Shein for addictive design and allowing the sale of sex dolls and weapons in the EU
The European Commission is formally investigating the Chinese platform Shein for its addictive design and the online sale of illegal products in the EU, including child-like sex dolls and weapons.
Official investigation by the Commission against Shein
The European Commission has initiated a formal investigation into Shein regarding addictive design practices, lack of transparency, and the sale of illegal products including child-like sex dolls.
The EU Commission opens an investigation into Shein – concerns raised by child-like sex dolls
The EU has launched an investigation into the Chinese online retailer Shein, triggered by concerns over the sale of child-like sex dolls.
The EU opens an investigation against Shein for selling weapons and child-like sex dolls
The European Union has launched an investigation into Shein over the sale of illegal products, including weapons and sex dolls resembling children.
EU Investigates Shein for Sale of Child-Like Sex Dolls
The EU has launched an investigation into the online platform Shein for allegedly selling child-like sex dolls, as part of a broader examination of its compliance with regulations regarding illegal products.
Digital Services Act: EU Commission investigates online retailer Shein
The EU Commission is investigating the online retailer Shein over allegations of marketing illegal products, including child-like sex dolls.
1-year-old baby found in motel room with parents in Governador Valadares
A one-year-old baby was discovered in a motel room with his parents in Governador Valadares, Brazil, leading to police involvement and a report to child protective services due to the circumstances.
Maryland woman says TPUSA high school event raised 'serious concerns,' says Child Protective Services notified
A Maryland woman raised concerns about a Turning Point USA event at a local high school, prompting a report to Child Protective Services.
In Texas: Greg Abbott ordered to investigate potential fraud in child care programs
Governor Greg Abbott has initiated an investigation into potential fraud in child care programs in Texas following revelations of massive fraud in similar programs in Minnesota.
Mother arrested suspected of maltreatment against 8-year-old son who received only one meal a day
A 24-year-old mother in Catalão, Brazil, was arrested for allegedly abusing her 8-year-old son, who reportedly received only one meal daily and was kept isolated from education and social services.
Traffic accident in Tana: - Four people are involved
A traffic accident in Tana, Norway, involves four individuals, including three adults and one child, with one person reportedly in serious condition requiring helicopter evacuation.
Kenya: State Department for Children's Services Reaffirms Plan to End Child Institutionalisation By 2032
The Kenyan government plans to end child institutionalization by 2032, promoting family-based care instead.
Receiving psychological sessions but seeking compensation
Reykjavík City plans to pay for psychological services for individuals who were housed at Thorvaldsensfélag Vöggustofa from 1974 to 1979 due to past grievances experienced by the children.
STM Working Group: Child Welfare Client Ratio Could Be Abandoned – Only in Effect for Two Years
A working group set up by Finland's Ministry of Social Affairs and Health suggests reconsidering the child welfare client ratio regulation that limits social workers to a maximum of 30 children.
Baby killer Constance Marten whines about social services implying she blames them for tragedy
Constance Marten, whose newborn baby tragically died while she was evading social services, now blames these services for coercively separating her from her children.
Services Related to Our Child's 'First Birthday'... Consumer Dispute Damage Increased
There has been a rise in consumer disputes related to birthday celebration services for children in South Korea, often related to refund issues.
Abandoned in garbage... More than 60 children suspected of abuse found by the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the National Police Agency
Over 60 children suspected of being victims of abuse were discovered during joint inspections by South Korea's Ministry of Health and Welfare and the National Police Agency targeting high-risk households.
Parents of children taken into care should get more help, say experts after Victoria Marten death
Experts advocate for trauma-informed support for parents whose children are taken into care, following the tragic death of baby Victoria Marten.
Only squeaked and ate leftovers from trash. A three-year-old girl from Klatovy lived in dreadful conditions
A report highlights the tragic circumstances of a three-year-old girl from Klatovy, Czech Republic, who lived in appalling conditions, relying on trash for food.
Investigator: Children should not be taken into care arbitrarily
Recent revelations have uncovered cases of child custody decisions based on incorrect information, prompting calls for reforms to ensure greater legal security in the decision-making process.
Pharmacists seek inclusion in immunization services to expand coverage
Pharmacists in Nigeria advocate for their inclusion in immunization services to improve vaccine coverage among children and reduce the number of those unvaccinated.
I see that for an hour and a half they are resuscitating a three-year-old child, but meanwhile someone calls who has a sore finger!
A dispatcher for Latvia's emergency medical service describes the challenges of prioritizing calls during critical situations.
Employee at the Social Insurance Agency in Östersund reported for fraud
An employee at the Social Insurance Agency in Östersund has been reported for fraud after it was discovered that they acted as a personal assistant to their child during logged work hours on approximately 100 occasions.
Man shot dead, and a 4-year-old child and woman injured in Greater João Pessoa
A man was shot dead in his home, while a 39-year-old woman and a 4-year-old child were also injured in the shooting in Bayeux, Brazil.