Children

Survivors of clergy sexual abuse reach $800m. settlement with New York Archdiocese

In addition to the $800 million settlement, the archdiocese agreed to release documents pertaining to sexual offenders in the Church.

Worshippers walk to a station during the Way of the Cross procession over the Brooklyn Bridge on April 03, 2026 in New York City.
‘Out of Love’ presents a soothing universe where things fall into place in the end.

Camille Cottin elevates French family drama 'Out of Love' as it opens in Israeli theaters - review

The floor of the car in which a toddler was trapped is seen in this screenshot from a video of his rescue, in which broken car window glass is seen alongside a child's toy.

Police rescue toddler from locked car in Yavne after mother makes emergency call from Tel Aviv

Paul Mackenzie, a Kenyan cult leader accused of ordering his followers, who were members of the Good News International Church, to starve themselves to death in Shakahola forest, appears in court for his judgement at the Mombasa High Court, Kenya, October 19, 2026.

Doomsday preacher convicted of mass murder of 190 children, starvation deaths in Kenya cult case


NIS 25.4 billion deposited in Savings for Every Child - but parental involvement is lacking

A NII report reveals: 84% of active savings are currently managed in provident funds. However, only about 63% of parents choose to double the monthly savings from the child allowance.

A father and son with a piggy bank

Three children killed in separate fatal accidents across Israel over one day

Among those killed were a 5-year-old left in the car, a 12-year-old in the Jordan River, and a 16-year-old who fell while rappelling.

Magen David Adom vehicles.

After another Israeli child dies in hot car, Hatzalah asks parents to 'stop for one second'

23 children died in such incidents between 2021 and 2025, according to data from Beterem, Safe Kids Israel.

 Magen David Adom Ambulance

Can children have a serious allergic reaction just by touching food? Israeli study says no

Findings from a recent study by experts at Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa offer reassuring, evidence-based guidance that can help ease unnecessary food allergies anxiety.

‘THE FEAR of accidental contact with allergenic foods often leads to persistent anxiety and significantly affects the quality of life of both children and their families.’

Meta ordered to change youth protections in $567 million court ruling

"We remain confident in our record of protecting teens online and will continue to defend ourselves against claims that misrepresent the facts," Meta said in a statement.

(ILLUSTRATIVE) A logo of Meta AI sits outside the Meta House on the opening day of the 55th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, January 20, 2025.

'Facts prevail over fiction,' Danon says as new UNICEF-led survey challenges Gaza famine claims

The nutrition survey, which was coordinated by the UNICEF, showed that children in Gaza have low levels of acute malnutrition.

Displaced Palestinian children look out of their shelter in Gaza City, June 15, 2026

How much does August cost for a family with three children?

In a regular school month, child-related expenses reach about NIS 8,600; in August, they can climb to roughly NIS 17,300.

How much does August cost for a family with three children?

Doctors discover rare brain complication in boy after arrow strikes skull at summer camp

The incident occurred during an archery activity held as part of the camp's summer vacation program. One of the children fired an arrow that struck the upper part of the boy's nose. 

An 11-year-old was injured by an arrow to the head at camp in Israel. Images shared by the family.

How many cm can a child really gain from growth hormone treatment?

Growth hormone deficiency is only one of the reasons for short stature in children, which is why a comprehensive and accurate medical evaluation is necessary before starting treatment.

For the purpose of diagnosis, special stimulation tests are performed, in which substances that encourage the secretion of growth hormone are given. Afterwards, hormone levels are tested at several points in time.

Does smoking outside protect your children from cigarette smoke? Israeli study says no

'Many parents believe that smoking outdoors protects their children,” said Prof. Ariel Tarasiuk. 'Our findings suggest that this is not always the case.'

 TOBACCO SMOKING and second- and third-hand smoking (exposure to other’s smoke or toxins on rugs, curtains, and furniture) accounts for over 70% of COPD cases in high-income countries, with symptoms including coughing, sometimes with phlegm, difficulty breathing, wheezing, and tiredness.