A recent assessment by dietician Meena Kumari highlights cauliflower paratha as the healthiest option among popular fillings, with onions and potatoes trailing but each offering distinct health benefits, provided preparation methods are mindful. For many households, parathas are a familiar…
Italian pedagogue Francesco Tonucci champions children’s right to free outdoor play, criticising modern restrictions and advocating for city design and family policies that prioritise childhood independence and imaginative freedom. Francesco Tonucci has spent decades arguing that childhood is being squeezed…
As the new school year begins, parents and educators are encouraged to review and personalise learning plans for gifted and twice-exceptional children, ensuring emotional and academic needs are met through early assessment, tailored support, and enriching activities. For families of…
Specialists alert that high caffeine and sugar levels in energy drinks can harm adolescent health, urging parents to encourage healthier habits amid mounting concerns over long-term impacts. Energy drinks can pose real risks for teenagers, with specialists warning that the…
UNICEF reports a significant drop in circulating poliovirus cases in Borno State, with efforts to eliminate the disease continuing through vaccination campaigns and community initiatives, as stakeholders rally on World Polio Day 2026. UNICEF says Borno State has recorded a…
A Taiwanese nutritionist highlights the importance of tailored breakfast strategies for children of different ages, emphasising balanced meals over convenience foods to support growth, attention and long-term health. Parents often worry when children leave home with little more than a…
New government standards aim to overhaul school menus with a focus on healthier, balanced diets by 2027, banning deep-fried foods and sugary desserts to improve pupils’ health and learning outcomes. England’s school meal system is being overhauled under new food…
Specialists highlight the importance of shielding children from graphic images and maintaining routine to mitigate trauma following school shootings, urging calm and supportive responses from adults. In the wake of recent armed incidents in schools, specialists say children should be…
Innovative approaches in UK schools are expanding beyond speech to support autistic and neurodivergent pupils, emphasising visual, gestural, and technological communication to foster inclusion, understanding, and wellbeing. Helping autistic and neurodivergent pupils communicate in the ways that suit them best…
Qatar’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education has introduced a detailed guide to help families navigate the country’s expanding private-school sector, offering clarity on various curricula and educational pathways to support informed decision-making. Qatar’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education…
