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Europe in Motion

Where are children more vulnerable to poverty in the EU?

In 2024, children faced a higher risk of poverty or social exclusion than adults. However, there was a small decrease of 0.6% in the number of children facing this risk in the EU from 2023 to 2024.

Europe News

Sperm donation policies in Europe questioned after cancer scare

A Danish donor, unknowingly carrying a mutation in a gene that increases the risk of cancer, is said to have helped conceive at least 67 children, 10 of whom now have cancer.

Smart Regions

Roma children, fighting discrimination with chess, here's what they do in Romania

In partnership with the European Commission

In this episode of Smart Regions, we went to Satu Mare, a Romanian town on the border with Hungary, where the Stea association uses chess to facilitate the integration of the most vulnerable children.

Europe News

Top EU court rules migrants with minors not aiding illegal immigration

The court acquitted a woman of Congolese origin who entered Italian territory accompanied by two minors using false passports.

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Europe News

Government investigator calls on Sweden to halt international adoption

A complete ban on international adoptions to Sweden has been proposed by a government-appointed commission on Monday following its inquiry, which found widespread abuses and fraud.

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Three young siblings laid to rest after deadly missile strike

Mourners gathered in the town of Korostyshiv to say goodbye to three children from the same family, killed when debris from a Russian missile hit their home.

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Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza; newborn and toddler among dead

Palestinians in Deir al-Balah held funeral prayers on Wednesday for victims of an Israeli airstrike, including a seven-day-old baby and a two-year-old toddler.

Climate

How will climate change impact today’s 5-year-olds?

Dangerous heat is deadly for children, warns the charity which has plotted the impact of different climate scenarios throughout their lifetimes.

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Colourful parade opens Cheung Chau’s Bun Festival

Hong Kong’s Cheung Chau island burst into celebration on Monday as the annual Bun Festival got underway with a vibrant parade through its narrow streets.

Culture news

Gruffalo set to return next year with first book in more than 20 years

British writer Julia Donaldson and German illustrator Axel Scheffler have announced they are working on a new outing for the monster in the deep dark wood...

Europe in Motion

The EU country where children of migrants outnumbered local newborns

The rate of newborns in the EU is plunging, but children of migrants are an exception.

EU Decoded

How does the European Union want to make toys safe for children?

Supported by most political forces, the EU institutions advanced a proposal to ban toxic chemicals from toys sold in European markets. Those chemicals could pose considerable health risks for kids.

Art

Child damages Mark Rothko painting estimated at €50m in Dutch museum

A painting by American artist Mark Rothko, valued at up to €50 million, has been damaged by a child at the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam.

Experiences

What I learnt on a rail adventure across Europe with my kids

Booking and making a cross-border train trip can be more challenging than opting for a flight, but it has its benefits.

The Exchange

The power of building early education for all children

In partnership with Media City

In a world where access to quality education is often unequal, elementary level education emerges as a fundamental human right. It provides children with the skills and confidence needed to thrive.

Culture news

Portrait of Palestinian boy who lost arms wins 2025 World Press Photo

A portrait of a young Gazan boy who lost both arms in an Israeli airstrike has been named World Press Photo of the Year for 2025.

Ukraine

Return of forcefully deported children is non-negotiable, Kyiv says

Kyiv insists all Ukrainian children illegally deported by Russia should be returned home "unconditionally" as it reiterated its "red lines" for any possible deal to put an end to Russia’s war against Ukraine.

Nutrition

Spain's schools ordered to ban fatty foods from menus to curb obesity

The rules come amid concerns that children from lower-income families are struggling to eat well, creating health disparities.

Spain

Most gender violence cases among Spanish children involve tech

Spain's ANAR foundation analysed more than 11,000 cases and found 56% involved the digital sphere.

Scenes

Watch: The circus team spreading Ramadan joy in Gaza

In partnership with Media City

The Holy month of Ramadan is a time of reflection, community, and giving, but for a group of circus enthusiasts, it's also a time to bring joy to Gazan children.