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The father of a suspected school shooter has been found guilty of murder. ABC News reported the conviction, which marks a rare legal outcome in which a parent is held criminally responsible for a child's deadly attack. The verdict is likely to fuel ongoing debate in the United States over parental accountability in mass school shootings, following other high-profile cases where parents faced charges after their children carried out attacks.

A couple raising a young girl has reached a custody agreement with the child's biological parents following an alleged IVF clinic mix-up in which embryos were reportedly swapped. The arrangement clarifies the girl's living situation while questions remain about how the error occurred at the fertility clinic and what legal recourse the families may pursue.

An Australian tutoring company has advised parents to save their money and use AI tools instead of paying for tutoring, according to the Australian Financial Review. The unusual recommendation from a firm whose business competes with tutoring has drawn attention, raising questions about how generative AI is reshaping the private education market and whether parents should trust chatbots to help their children learn.

Italy's Court of Cassation has ruled that money sent by parents to children via bank transfer, without a formal deed of donation, can be subject to an 8% gift tax. The decision is drawing wide attention in Italy, with commentators warning that ordinary family transfers may now face taxation unless properly documented as donations.

A viral 'Cat in the Hat' trend is circulating online and prompting warnings to schools, according to ABC News. The trend, named after the Dr. Seuss character, has led schools to alert parents and staff. Details about what the trend involves and how widely it has spread remain limited.

The Amazon Prime Video spin-off 'Neagley' has claimed the top spot in the streaming ratings, outperforming 'Monster' and the parent series 'Reacher', according to The Hollywood Reporter. The series, led by Maria Sten as Frances Neagley, is drawing strong viewership and is being widely discussed as one of the biggest new streaming hits of the moment.

Discussion around Germany's Mütterrente is picking up, with reports on whether mothers receive higher pension credits automatically or must apply. The debate comes as the Court of Audit warns that soon every second tax euro could flow into the pension system, fuelling concerns over the rising cost of the additional pension entitlements for parents.

The Wall Street Journal examines the growing number of adult children who have chosen to cut off contact with their parents. The article explores what is driving these estrangements, how families on both sides experience them, and why the phenomenon appears to be becoming more common and more openly discussed.

A reflective essay argues that raising children should not be treated as a Buddhist spiritual discipline, pushing back against a popular framing in mindfulness circles that parenthood is itself a dharma practice. The author suggests it is okay for parents to admit that caregiving and contemplative practice are separate, and that this honesty may be healthier than forcing spiritual meaning onto everyday parenting struggles.

Christian Gálvez, the Spanish television presenter and author, is among the most searched names in Spain. The surrounding coverage centres on Spanish comedians and television personalities, including an interview with Joaquín Reyes in which he reflects on missing his parents and the summers of his childhood. No specific new development involving Gálvez is detailed in the coverage, leaving the reason for the renewed attention unclear.

Gypsy Rose Blanchard and Ken Urker have become parents, drawing renewed attention to the couple's unusual history. The pair met while Blanchard was serving prison time for her role in the murder of her mother, Munchausen-syndrome-by-proxy victim Dee Dee Blanchard, rekindled their relationship after her release, and have now reached parenthood together.

German TV presenter Annika Lau has spoken publicly about her son's ADHD diagnosis, saying she often cries in her car while processing the emotional strain. Her candid account of parenting a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is drawing attention and resonating with parents facing similar challenges.

Researchers at Fairfield University have published work highlighting gaps in knowledge about infant nutrition. The findings point to areas where parents and caregivers lack clear guidance on feeding infants, and the university is promoting the research through its news outlet. Details of the specific findings and recommendations have not been widely reported yet, and reaction from the nutrition community remains limited so far.

The Karnataka education department has released its schedule for the upcoming Dasara holidays, and the announcement is drawing wide attention across the state. Parents, students and teachers are checking the published timetable to plan travel and family gatherings around the festival break. Dasara is one of Karnataka's biggest festivals, and school holiday dates are closely followed each year.

Rogers now controls 100% of the Toronto Raptors' parent company, making the NBA franchise fully Canadian-owned. The move ends the shared ownership structure that had included Bell, giving Rogers complete control over the Raptors and its related sports holdings. Basketball fans in Toronto and across Canada are reacting to the news, with discussion focused on what sole ownership could mean for the franchise's future direction.

Interest in Ken Urker is rising as coverage recaps his relationship with Gypsy Rose Blanchard, tracing their path from prison pen pals to becoming parents together. Outlets including Men's Journal have published timeline pieces revisiting how the couple met, separated, reunited, and started a family, prompting renewed discussion of Blanchard's life after prison and her current partner.

A Boston Globe opinion columnist reflects on long-standing fears of groups of college-age men, connecting her own experience to the recent Cornell case. Writing under the outlet's parenting coverage, she argues the moment should prompt a conversation about what parents teach their sons about behavior, accountability and respect for others.

The Wall Street Journal reports that middle-school students are increasingly seeking out AI companions in place of friendships with real peers. The article examines how chatbots and AI friend apps are filling a social role for children, raising concerns among parents and educators about emotional development, screen dependence, and what this shift means for how a generation learns to form relationships.

The new Japanese drama 'Doubt -15 Years of Revenge-' (ダウト -15年目の復讐-) starts tonight, starring Nima Sawa with Daiki Sato co-starring. The story follows a brother and sister whose parents were killed by a serial murderer; fifteen years later, a new killing occurs. FANTASTICS' theme song 'Echoes' has been released alongside first-episode stills from Yomiuri TV.

WhatsApp is giving parents greater control over their teenagers' accounts, according to Marketing-Interactive. The update is aimed at helping families manage how teens use the messaging app, with parents gaining new oversight tools. The announcement is drawing attention in India, where WhatsApp is one of the most widely used messaging platforms and online safety for young users is a growing public concern.

Bless, son of Giovanna Ewbank and Bruno Gagliasso, is making his acting debut in 'A Nobreza do Amor', according to Notícias da TV. The news has drawn attention in Brazil, with viewers curious to see the couple's eldest child follow his parents into acting and about how he fares in his first on-screen role.

Russians are looking up the date of Teachers' Day in 2026, which falls on Monday, October 5, since the holiday is observed annually on October 5. Discussion online includes parents scrambling for gifts, with local outlets describing lively debates in parent chat groups about how to find a present for teachers just days before the celebration.

Searches for tonight's television schedule are surging in France as viewers plan their evening viewing. Among the names drawing attention is Timothée Cros, a champion from the game show 'Les 12 coups de midi', who told Gala he runs his family's farm in Cantoin, in the Aveyron region, saying his parents placed their trust in him away from the small screen.

New research is drawing attention to how different parenting profiles relate to children's behavioral and emotional problems. Science news outlets are covering the findings, which examine patterns in how parents interact with their children and the associations with child wellbeing. The study adds to an ongoing conversation about the role of parenting in childhood mental health and development.

Seven children have been taken to hospital in Saratov after complaining of feeling unwell at a local gymnasium, according to Russian news reports. The pupils were hospitalised for medical checks after staff recorded their deteriorating condition during the school day. The cause of the illness has not yet been confirmed, and local authorities are expected to investigate the incident at the school.