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- 1Saudi Central Bank Raises Stake in Meta PlatformsβMeta Platforms, Inc. $META Stock Holdings Raised by Saudi Central Bank
The Saudi Central Bank has increased its shareholding in Meta Platforms, according to a regulatory filing report. The move means the institution, which oversees Saudi Arabia's financial system, now holds a larger position in the parent company of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. Market watchers flagged the disclosure as notable given Meta's recent stock performance and growing interest from sovereign-linked investors in major US technology firms.
- 2Tutoring company tells parents to use AI insteadβTutoring company tells parents to save their money and 'use AI instead'
An Australian tutoring company is telling parents to save their money and use AI tools to help their children learn instead of paying for tutoring. The unusual advice, reported by the Australian Financial Review, has sparked debate about whether artificial intelligence can replace human tutors and what it signals about the future of the private tutoring industry.
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Writers and commentators are describing family estrangement as an epidemic, arguing that cutting off parents or relatives has become increasingly common, particularly in Western countries. The discussion covers causes such as political divides, boundaries, therapy culture and social media, with some defending estrangement as self-protection and others warning it signals a wider breakdown in family bonds.
- 4Apple unveils new child safety features for parentsβNew Apple child safety features help parents keep kids safe online
Apple has announced new child safety features designed to help parents keep their children safer online. The announcement covers tools aimed at giving families more control over devices and online activity. The rollout is drawing wide attention from parents and technology watchers discussing how the features will work in practice and what they mean for children's privacy.
- 5Professors say competitive parenting has reached a new levelβProfessors: The competitiveness in parenting to give kids a leg up has reached a new level
Professors say the race among parents to give their children an edge in school and life has intensified to a degree they have not seen before. The observation points to rising pressure around admissions, enrichment activities and achievement, with academics warning that intense competition may take a toll on both children and families.
- 6Port Richey parents arrested after baby hospitalized with 0.383 BACβPort Richey baby girl hospitalized with BAC of 0.383, parents arrested: court documents
A baby girl in Port Richey, Florida, was hospitalized with a blood alcohol level of 0.383, according to court documents, and her parents have been arrested in connection with the case. The alleged reading is several times the legal driving limit for an adult, and the case is drawing widespread shock and anger as details emerge about how the infant was harmed.
- 7Seoul education chief pushes international learning in classroomsβSeoul education chief pushes to make international learning part of everyday classrooms
Seoul's education chief is promoting a plan to integrate international learning into everyday classrooms across the city's schools. The initiative would move global education beyond special programs and make it a routine part of the standard curriculum. Details on funding, timelines and specific measures have not yet been announced, and reactions from teachers and parents are still emerging.
- 8USCIS Clarifies When an Applicant Counts as Under 21βUSCIS Answers Thorny Question of When an Alien βIs Under 21 Years of Ageβ
US Citizenship and Immigration Services has issued guidance defining exactly when an immigrant applicant is considered 'under 21 years of age', resolving a question with major consequences for age-out rules in family and employment-based visa categories. The clarification matters because children who turn 21 can lose eligibility to immigrate alongside their parents, making the precise cutoff date critical for thousands of pending cases. Immigration observers are weighing how the new interpretation will affect applicants near the threshold.
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Low-quality, mass-produced AI content is increasingly reaching children through their video and social feeds, a Times of India report warns. The so-called 'AI slop' β synthetic images, songs and videos churned out for clicks β is raising concern among parents and experts about what young viewers are consuming and how little oversight exists on platforms aimed at kids.
- 10Psychiatrist warns parents against sending children away to boarding schoolββYou put underdeveloped brains togetherβ: Psychiatrist on why parents should rethink sending children awa
A psychiatrist has cautioned parents against sending young children away to boarding school, saying it puts 'underdeveloped brains together' without adult guidance at a crucial stage of development. The comments have sparked debate among parents and educators about boarding school culture and its emotional impact on children.
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Schools across London are facing a sharp fall in pupil numbers, leaving classrooms and places unfilled as the city's child population shrinks. Falling birth rates and families moving out of the capital are driving the decline, forcing schools to cut staff or merge, with funding tied directly to headcount.
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Netflix has reportedly renewed the Sesame Street series, keeping the beloved children's program available on the streaming service. The show, a staple of children's television for decades, moved to Netflix after its long run on public broadcasting in the United States. The renewal means new episodes will continue to be produced for the platform's young audiences.
- 13ByteDance accessed Nvidia B200 chips via Norwegian data centerβChina's ByteDance gained access to over 2k Nvidia B200 chips through Norway
ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of TikTok, gained access to more than 2,000 Nvidia B200 chips through Nscale's data center in Norway, according to a new filing. A Singaporean subsidiary called Spring accounted for 73% of the UK-based neocloud's 2025 revenue. The report is drawing attention because the US restricts exports of advanced Nvidia AI chips to China, raising questions about how US-made hardware reached a Chinese firm indirectly.
- 14Schoolchildren without smartphones face higher bus fares in EnglandβSchoolchildren without smartphones penalised with higher bus fares
Schoolchildren in England who do not own smartphones are being charged higher bus fares, according to a Guardian report, because discounted child ticket schemes rely on smartphone apps to verify age or eligibility. Families without devices, often by parental choice to limit screen time, say the system effectively punishes children for not having a phone, prompting criticism of transport operators and calls for alternative proof-of-age options.
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A new essay published by MIT Press Reader argues that proposed bans on teen social media use fail to address the real problems behind concerns about young people's wellbeing online. The piece is drawing attention among readers debating whether age restrictions or structural changes to platform design are the better response to worries about adolescent mental health.
- 16Protecting Kids From AI: What Parents and Companies Can DoβWhat companies, parents, users can do to protect kids from AI: Mental Health Matters
A new Mental Health Matters column in the Dayton Daily News outlines steps companies, parents and users can take to protect children from the potential harms of artificial intelligence. The piece focuses on practical safeguards and shared responsibility as AI tools become a growing part of young people's daily lives and mental health conversations.
- 17Foundation trains Ogun parents on positive parenting to fight child abuseβChild abuse: Foundation sensitises parents on positive parenting in Ogun
A foundation in Ogun State, Nigeria, has held a sensitisation programme teaching parents positive parenting practices as a way to prevent child abuse. The initiative aims to equip caregivers with non-violent discipline methods and better awareness of children's rights. Details about the foundation's name and the event's scale were not provided.
- 18Pediatricians explain why kids try dangerous social media challengesβAsk the Pediatrician: Dangerous social media challenges: Understanding their appeal to kids
A pediatrician column published by the Jacksonville Journal-Courier addresses dangerous social media challenges and why children find them appealing. It aims to help parents understand the psychology behind kids' participation and how to talk to them about the risks. The topic continues to draw attention from health professionals concerned about viral stunts harming young people.
- 19'Teach them where to run': The grim reality facing teens in their first jobsββTeach them where to runβ: The grim reality facing teens in their first jobs
News Corp mastheads in Australia, including the Adelaide Now and Geelong Advertiser, are running a feature under the headline 'Teach them where to run', examining the difficulties teenagers face when starting their first jobs. The piece reportedly explores safety and preparedness concerns for young workers, framed as advice for parents on helping teens navigate early workplace experiences.