A Nigerian chess champion is trying to break the world record for the longest chess marathon
apnews.com/article/tunde-onakoya-chess-education-times-square-ddce680a20f7a00a2041a2c47feb7e71
Almost every third first grader in Bavaria is now a non-native speaker: More and more Bavarian first graders do not speak German as their native language ...
focus.de/politik/bevoelkerungswandel-fast-jeder-dritte-erstklaessler-in-bayern-ist-heute-nicht-muttersprachler_id_259865032.html
Quick Glance: Rise of Non-Native Speakers Among Bavarian First Graders
- A growing number of Bavarian first graders do not speak German as their first language, especially in Munich.
- In the school year 2023/2024, 30.7% of first graders in Bavaria were non-native German speakers, showing an increase from the previous year.
- In Munich, the percentage of non-native speakers rose to 55.1% in the 2023/2024 school year, mainly due to Ukrainians seeking refuge because of the war.
- 2174 children with Ukrainian citizenship were enrolled in Bavaria last school year, contributing to the overall rise in non-native speakers.
Scotland's under-18s gender clinic pauses puberty blockers: It follows a landmark review of gender services in England which warned of a lack of research.
bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-68844119
Giancarlo Esposito says he was badly broke before ‘BREAKING BAD’ and contemplated arranging his own murder to make sure his children got his life insurance ... Show more
NI toddler 'great' after brain surgery in Ukraine for epilespy: Rachel Gribben, 3, is getting ready to return to pre-school after spending three weeks in Lviv.
bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-68851378
Steph Curry on his relationship with Andrew Wiggins:
“It’s like that parent-child relationship. Not to say he is a child but to only ask him to do what he is ... Show more @NBCSWarriors
Meghan’s gone from royal upsetter to tradwife in three short years. Given what’s out there, you’d do the same
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/19/meghan-royal-upsetter-tradwife
Quick Glance: Meghan: From Royal Upsetter to Tradwife
- Meghan Markle has launched her own brand, American Riviera Orchard, selling tableware and yoga kits.
- Transitioning from a feminist activist to a traditional housewife has sparked criticism.
- The romanticization of housework has political implications that are deemed problematic by some.
- Meghan hopes to monetize the Sussex brand through her new, softer image as a housewife.
Why the world needs socially awkward people: As a kid, Ty Tashiro was an awkward stats nerd. Now, as a social scientist, he explains why the characteristics that ...
npr.org/2024/04/19/1245304006/why-the-world-needs-socially-awkward-people
“No Palestinian Is Safe”: Renowned Feminist Scholar Nadera Shalhoub-Kevorkian Arrested in Jerusalem
democracynow.org/2024/4/19/shalhoub_kevorkian
U.N. Photo Collection Shows Gaza War Through the Lens of Palestinian Journalists: The Gaza Collective Photo Essay project, organized by the United Nations Office ...
democracynow.org/2024/4/19/charlotte_cans
Quick Glance: U.N. Photo Collection Captures Gaza War Through Palestinian Lens
- Charlotte Cans, head of photography for the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, discusses the Gaza Collective Photo Essay project involving 14 Palestinian photographers.
- The photographers document the humanitarian crisis in Gaza with images of injured children and women, as international journalists are denied access.
- The photos depict raw emotions, such as a boy who lost an arm and families mourning their deceased children.
- The photographers, also victims of the conflict, convey the brutality of war by sharing personal stories alongside their images.
A celebrity seal was moved 125 miles away. He showed up again days later.: Canadian wildlife officials relocated Emerson the elephant seal this month after his ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/19/emerson-elephant-seal-victoria-canada/
‘She gets to be 10’: Ontario child’s heart donated to girl the same age | Globalnews.ca
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Mariska Hargitay halts 'SVU' filming to help lost child who confused her for police officer
goodmorningamerica.com/culture/story/mariska-hargitay-halts-svu-filming-lost-child-confused-109367388
Quick Glance: Mariska Hargitay Aids Lost Child in Finding Parents
- Actress Mariska Hargitay assisted a young girl in locating her mother, who mistakenly believed Hargitay was an on-duty police officer.
- Production on the final episodes of the show's historic 25th season was paused for approximately 20 minutes while she guided the child to her mother.
- Witnesses noted the little girl's unawareness of the film crew and 'SVU' veteran Ice-T during the incident.
- Since the inception of the 'Law and Order' spin-off series in 1999, Hargitay has portrayed the role of Benson, significantly impacting the show.
After a photo went viral of a pub sign saying "Dog friendly - child free," the question is, when did it become socially acceptable to vocally dislike ... Show more www.vogue.co.uk/article/openly-disliking-children
Carolyn Hax: Does the ‘right’ reason to have kids actually exist?: Among all the bad reasons to have kids, is having them “because I wanted to” the actual worst?
washingtonpost.com/advice/2024/04/19/carolyn-hax-right-reason-kids/
Tom Cruise ‘doesn’t exist’ to daughter Suri as she turns 18 in New York: Tom Cruise ‘doesn’t exist’ to daughter Suri, 18, as she celebrates her milestone ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/18/tom-cruise-doesnt-exist-daughter-suri-turns-18-new-york-20676611/
Young autistic mum took own life after being told baby might go for adoption: Fern Foster who had autism died after an email sent to her partner by his solicitor ...
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/young-autistic-mum-took-life-32626429
After the Affair, the Reckoning: While I was with our new baby, my husband was with another woman.
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/style/modern-love-after-the-affair-the-reckoning.html
"The blood of Palestinian children is on your hands!"
At the European Defence and Security Summit on Wednesday, just as the European Commission ... Show more
College is hard enough — try doing it while raising kids: More than 5 million college students are also parents. But many colleges do little to support them ...
npr.org/2024/04/18/1243709966/college-student-parents-child-care-costs
Star Trek's George Takei pens children's book detailing childhood in World War II internment camps
abcnews.go.com/US/star-trek-star-pens-childrens-book-detailing-childhood/story
Pinellas schools to offer day care for district employees starting in July: If the initiative succeeds at the Pinellas Secondary School site, it could expand in ...
tampabay.com/news/clearwater/2024/04/16/pinellas-schools-offer-day-care-district-employees-starting-july/
Proud celebrity mother: Paris Hilton introduces her daughter to London: Five months after a surrogate mother gave birth to her daughter, US reality star Paris ...
spiegel.de/panorama/leute/paris-hilton-praesentiert-stolz-ihre-tochter-london-unglaubliche-reise-durch-die-mutterschaft-a-658c4699-e8ea-4056-8e08-dc0b86c0de15
In 24 states across the country, legislation currently restricts gender-affirming health care for transgender youth.
According to a new report, gas, airfare ... Show more abcnews.go.com/US/trans-care-restrictions-force-families-travel-hours-spend/story
Josh Hartnett is a serial killer at a pop concert with his kid in the wild trailer for Trap.
Trailer in the comments.
Quick Glance: M. Night Shyamalan and the Concert Culture
- In his new film "Trap," M. Night Shyamalan is revealing one of his signature twists to the audience earlier than usual.
- The thriller features Josh Hartnett as a father taking his teenage daughter to a pop concert reminiscent of the blockbuster tours of summer 2023.
- Shyamalan drew inspiration from the concert culture, particularly from his daughter Saleka's experience as an artist signed to Columbia Records and performing as Lady Raven.
- The film incorporates an actual concert as a main set piece, drawing from 'Purple Rain,' offering a unique experience that immerses viewers in the story.
One of 3 workers killed in I-83 crash identified: A GoFundMe has been set up to help pay for Jesse McKenzie's funeral expenses.
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/one-of-3-workers-killed-in-i-83-crash-identified.html
California woman falls 42 metres to her death hiking with husband and toddler: Zaynab Joseph fell 42 metres down Arizona's Bear Mountain on a trip with her ...
bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68850254
A pastor vows to fight Satan’s influence at libraries in comic book hero's hometown
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/metropolis-illinois-library-books-battle-superman-rcna148352
California woman falls 42 metres to her death hiking with husband and toddler: Zaynab Joseph fell 42 metres down Arizona's Bear Mountain on a trip with her ...
bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68850254
Inside Warwick Davis' life with late wife Samantha and their children: The private family life of Harry Potter actor Warwick Davis and wife Samantha Davis – ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/18/inside-warwick-davis-life-late-wife-samantha-children-20670346/
Quick Glance: 'Harry Potter' Actor Mourns Loss of Beloved Wife
- Actor Warwick Davis from 'Harry Potter' mourns the loss of his beloved wife, Samantha Davis, who passed away at the age of 53.
- Samantha, described by Warwick as his 'soulmate' and 'favorite human,' passed away on March 24, as announced by Lucasfilm in an emotional statement.
- Warwick emphasized his wife's caring spirit and community involvement as they co-founded the Little People U.K. charity together.
- Together, they leave behind two children, Annabelle and Harrison, who honor their mother as their best friend and a source of love and happiness.
10-Year-Old Confesses To Murder Of Man Shot Inside Own Home, Authorities Say: Brandon Rasberry was killed two years ago in Texas, but authorities had no leads ...
huffpost.com/entry/10-year-old-confesses-unsolved-murder_n_66228937e4b0bf7f01380f46
At least nine killed in Ukraine strikes as Kyiv says it downed Russian warplane: Russian strikes on Ukraine in the early hours of Friday killed at least nine ...
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The Funniest Tweets From Parents This Week (April 13-19): "I’m roasting garlic in the oven. My 13 year old thinks it smells like weed. I can relax now ...
huffpost.com/entry/funniest-parenting-tweets_l_6621e59de4b0868a1b90614a
🔴 A US broadcaster reports Israel likely will not attack Iran until after the Jewish holiday of Passover, which ends on April 30. LIVE updates: www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/18/israels-war-on-gaza-live-children-among-7-killed-as-israeli-strikes-rafah
Quick Glance: Israel and Iran Step Back
- Iran and Israel pull back after attacks, avoiding direct escalation
- Both Iran and Israel have shown limited responses so far to prevent full-scale war
- Region remains tense, conflict between Israel and Iran remains precarious and unpredictable
- While both sides aim to avoid all-out war, the situation remains volatile and dangerous
David Beckham Shares Amazing Candid Family Photos To Mark Victoria's 50th Birthday
huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/victoria-beckham-50th-birthday-david-instagram-tribute_uk_661f6bfde4b0d63376581a98
🔴 The US, Israel, and 46 other countries issued a joint statement condemning Iran's "large-scale attack" on Israel ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/18/israels-war-on-gaza-live-children-among-7-killed-as-israeli-strikes-rafah
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
'I refused to give up first class seat so child could sit with their family': A woman has sparked a fierce debate after she refused to give up her first-class ...
mirror.co.uk/news/weird-news/i-refused-give-up-first-32613307
Disneyland faces pressure to electrify its stinky ‘Autopia’ ride, and quick: Disney says it will "convert from gas engines in the next few years ...
electrek.co/2024/04/18/disneyland-faces-pressure-to-electrify-its-stinky-autopia-ride-and-quick/
Katie Price, 45, is 'having pregnancy symptoms' as she wants 6th baby: Mum-of-five Katie Price has been experiencing bizarre symptoms similar to pregnancy ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/19/katie-price-45-having-pregnancy-symptoms-wants-6th-baby-20680032/
A Palestinian man posted a video on his Instagram account showing the lengths which people are forced to go to in order to receive airdropped aid packages in ... Show more www.dawn.com/live/gaza-invasion #DawnToday
Verbal assaults and physical violence: women giving birth have stressful experiences in the delivery room, says Lena Högemann ... Show more taz.de/Autorin-ueber-Gewalt-bei-Geburten/!6000829/
What we know about the disappearance of Wisconsin toddler Elijah Vue: It’s been nearly two months since 3-year-old Elijah Vue was reported missing in Wisconsin ...
cnn.com/2024/04/18/us/elijah-vue-missing-wisconsin-toddler/
E.U. Will Impose New Sanctions on Iran for Attacking Israel: Live Updates: The measures were announced as Israel’s allies try to punish Tehran without fueling a ...
nytimes.com/live/2024/04/18/world/iran-israel-gaza-war-news/the-eu-says-it-will-impose-new-sanctions-on-irans-drone-and-missile-programs
Israel Continues to Pound the Gaza Strip Amid Reports U.S. Approves of Rafah Land Invasion
democracynow.org/2024/4/18/headlines/israel_continues_to_pound_the_gaza_strip_amid_reports_us_approves_of_rafah_land_invasion
‘Shopaholic’ author Sophie Kinsella reveals brain cancer diagnosis: Sophie Kinsella, the best-selling author behind the “Shopaholic” book series ...
cnn.com/2024/04/18/style/shopaholic-author-sophie-kinsella-cancer-intl-scli/
Quick Glance: Author Sophie Kinsella diagnosed with aggressive brain tumor
- Sophie Kinsella revealed her diagnosis with glioblastoma, an 'aggressive' form of brain tumor.
- Known for the Shopaholic series, she shared her health news on social media, learning of her illness at the end of 2022.
- Initially aiming to keep the news private to adapt to their 'new normal', the 54-year-old author opened up about her condition.
- Following successful surgery, radiotherapy, and ongoing chemotherapy, Sophie expressed gratitude towards her support system.
Israelis struggle to celebrate Passover, a holiday about freedom, while many remain captive in Gaza
pbs.org/newshour/world/israelis-struggle-to-celebrate-passover-a-holiday-about-freedom-while-many-remain-captive-in-gaza
Federal Social Court on the crediting of child-rearing periods: Are fathers discriminated against when it comes to pensions?
spiegel.de/wirtschaft/soziales/bundessozialgericht-zur-rente-werden-vaeter-bei-kindererziehungszeiten-diskriminiert-a-9eb44b05-5cda-423a-ae26-858ee4da6146
Amid concerns about kids and guns, some say training is the answer : The number of U.S. children dying from gunshot wounds has climbed in recent years ...
npr.org/2024/04/18/1245217030/kids-guns-violence-training-shooting-firearms
Rihanna says fashion has helped her personal 'rediscovery' after having children: The singer says being able to dress fashionably in public again "does something ...
bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-68835421
Anyone born between two dates told by HMRC they could have £2,000 due: A simple 10 minute test can check if the person has a fund - and an estimated 430 ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/anyone-born-between-two-dates-29020207
🔴 Russia’s ambassador to the UN Vassily Nebenzia has spoken in favour of granting Palestine full membership to the Security Council ... Show more
Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
Ashanti reveals she's pregnant and engaged to Nelly after rekindling their romance
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2024/04/17/ashanti-pregnant-announcement-nelly/71804206007/
Quick Glance: Ashanti Confirms Engagement to Nelly After Pregnancy Announcement
- Singer Ashanti and rapper Nelly are engaged, following the announcement of their first child.
- Ashanti and Nelly, who rekindled their long-term, on-again, off-again relationship last year, have been inseparable since.
- Nelly is already a father to two adult children and has adopted two more. This will be the first child for Ashanti and the third for Nelly.
- The couple has had an eventful year, from public displays of affection in Las Vegas to sentimental moments on the red carpet.
I’m Pregnant, and My Husband Says We Can’t Tell Anyone About the Donor Egg: The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on whether to honor a spouse’s seemingly irrational ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/magazine/donor-egg-secrecy-ethics.html
Benja, an endangered baby rhino, enjoyed the sunshine at the Whipsnade Zoo outside of London by running around outside with his mother ... Show more abcnews.go.com/US/photos/baby-animals-3351912
1-year-old boy dies in fall from third-floor hotel room window: 'A tragic accident'
nypost.com/2024/04/18/us-news/tot-dies-in-fall-from-third-floor-hotel-room-window/
For an appropriate level, the monthly amounts would have to be 30 to 191 euros higher than currently planned by the federal government ... Show more
Tragic Photo of Gazan Woman Holding Child’s Body Wins World Press Photo of the Year
rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/mohammed-salem-world-press-photo-of-the-year-israel-hamas-war-1235006582/
This is just absolutely beautiful ❤ A care home in Swansea is bringing in babies and toddlers as therapy for their elderly residents. Once every two weeks ... Show more www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/gallery/babies-were-sent-care-home-29020649
German children's songwriter Matthias Meyer-Göllner dies unexpectedly: The German children's songwriter Matthias Meyer-Göllner died unexpectedly at the age of 61 ...
focus.de/kultur/musik/matthias-meyer-goellner-es-bricht-mir-das-herz-deutscher-kinderliedermacher-ueberraschend-gestorben_id_259868778.html
Nativity scene and concentration camp: Anyone who comes up with such ideas has a problem
welt.de/geschichte/article251073622/Krippe-und-KZ-Wer-auf-solche-Ideen-kommt-hat-ein-Problem.html
Cass Review: A victory for women, children and common sense: The review into gender care services in England exposed one of the biggest medical negligence ...
aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/4/19/cass-review-feminists-accused-of-being-unkind-have-been-vindicated
Ex-Indiana teacher accused of encouraging classmates to beat up 7-year-old with disabilities
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/ex-indiana-teacher-accused-encouraging-classmates-beat-7-year-old-disa-rcna148469
3-year-old Elijah Vue still missing: Man pleads not guilty to child neglect - National | Globalnews.ca
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Story of an abortion: The child is gone, but the thoughts remain. Damn: She did what over 100,000 women do every year in Germany: the 25-year-old had her unborn ...
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Woman, 33, dies after delaying cancer treatment so she could give birth to son: Azzurra Carnelos, 33, was given the devastating diagnosis after she had a ...
mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/woman-33-dies-after-delaying-32613374
Tori Spelling reveals she tried Ozempic, Mounjaro after birth of 5th child: Tori Spelling shared on her podcast that she turned to weight loss medication after ...
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2024/04/19/tori-spelling-weight-loss-medication-mounjaro/73380774007/
An inquest into the death of Masie Elizabeth Lomax-Newton, who passed away at just two years old, has come to a close.
Tragically ... Show more www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/bubbly-little-girl-2-drowned-29015011
How the UK has failed to protect Muslim religious rights: The high court ruling that recently upheld a prayer ban at Michaela Community School in Wembley joins a ...
middleeasteye.net/opinion/uk-failed-protect-muslim-religious-rights-how
'I put my disabled son in a facility so I can forget he exists - I'm not sorry': A single mom has been praised after admitting she is putting her disabled son in ...
themirror.com/lifestyle/i-put-disabled-son-residential-443986
‘Bluey’ Epic ‘The Sign’ Episode: Why the Whole World Is Crying : The biggest TV episode of the week was the supersized episode of “Bluey,” which made so many ...
thedailybeast.com/obsessed/bluey-epic-the-sign-episode-why-the-whole-world-is-crying
On the penultimate night of the 2024 staging of the Love and Harmony Cruise, crowd favourite Buju Banton not only delivered a usually stellar set but also ... Show more jamaica-gleaner.com/article/entertainment/20240418/theres-no-love-anymore #GLNREnt
Prince William to resume official public duties after Kate's cancer diagnosis: The Prince of Wales will return to official public duties on Thursday for the ...
itv.com/news/2024-04-18/william-to-resume-official-public-duties-with-food-charity-visits
Antisemitism is on the rise. Some places you feel that, Jews in America say, some places you don’t. Here's what Jews, famous and not, had to say about it: eu.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/18/antisemitism-america-rising-passover-jews-speak-out/73165421007/
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