Vietnam's new population law, effective Wednesday, extends maternity leave to seven months for mothers of a second child and provides financial aid, including subsidized prenatal/newborn screenings and cash bonuses up to $228. This marks a shift from family planning control to population development.
The US Supreme Court has ruled 6-3 that babies born in the US to parents unlawfully or temporarily present are citizens at birth under the 14th Amendment, rejecting Donald Trump's bid to end birthright citizenship.
Health Secretary James Murray calls Valerie Amos's report on maternity care a "watershed moment," pledging to dismantle "toxic dynamics" and improve care for pregnant women and babies in England. A new maternity commissioner will be appointed to drive urgent transformation.
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to immigrants, rejecting a Trump executive order. Chief Justice Roberts stated such children are citizens under the 14th Amendment. Trump vowed to pursue legislative action.
A landmark study warns that screen time for babies under two has long-term negative health effects, including developmental concerns, overstimulation, sleep difficulties, and potential impacts on eye health and obesity. Researchers call for urgent investigation and a "baby blind spot" in policy to be addressed.
UK families, including those with newborn babies, are booking air-conditioned hotel rooms to escape the ongoing heatwave, leading to a significant surge in demand. The UK hotel industry saw a 34% revenue increase in late June, with many establishments operating at or near capacity.
A Melbourne study published in The Lancet found that culturally-tailored midwifery care for First Nations families significantly improves infant health outcomes, reducing pre-term births and low birth weight. The Baggarrook Yurrongi model, operating in three hospitals, is set to expand.
A landmark maternity review led by Donna Ockenden found over 500 mothers and babies suffered avoidable harm or died due to systemic failings at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. Leaders knew of issues since 2010 but failed to act. The government is extending Martha's Rule and may compel staff to give evidence, with potential prison sentences for non-cooperation.
A report uncovered systemic, deep-rooted, and sustained failures in maternity and neonatal care, leading to severe harm or death for mothers and babies. It highlighted ignored patient concerns, a toxic workplace culture with chronic understaffing, and exacerbated health inequalities for minority groups, causing significant psychological trauma.
French musician Camille releases 'The Sound of Milk,' a triple album documenting 15 years of raising her children. The project, spanning Naissance (2015), Enfance (2020), and Adolescence (2025), explores maternal experience, joy, and societal pressures, challenging notions of what constitutes 'proper' art.
South Korea's birth rate surged 18% in April, reaching 24,521 babies, the highest for the month since 2019. The January-April period also saw a 15.5% increase, marking a seven-year high. Experts cite rising marriages and a more positive view of childbirth, though the rate remains below population stability levels.
Two men, aged 55 and 59, were arrested on suspicion of misconduct in a public office related to operating practices in the mortuary service at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS trust. The arrests were made as part of 'Operation Perth', an investigation into maternity services at NUH, which is also the focus of a major independent review.
A major report into maternity failures at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS trust, investigating around 2,500 families' experiences between 2012 and 2025, will be released this week. Led by Donna Ockenden, the inquiry covers stillbirths, neonatal deaths, and severe injuries, following a decade-long campaign for justice.
Thousands of Australians gathered in capital cities to watch the Socceroos play the US. Despite a loss, fans showed strong support, with large crowds in Sydney and Melbourne. Incidents included flares and minor crowd disturbances, but no major injuries were reported.
Thousands of Australians gathered in capital cities to watch the Socceroos play the US. Despite a loss, fans showed strong support, with some incidents involving flares and crowd surges.
The Pertame Language Nest in Alice Springs is an immersion program for children aged 0-5, aiming to revive the Southern Arrernte language. The organization plans to establish an independent school by 2029 to continue the immersion model.
The Church of England has issued a "profound apology" to birth mothers and children affected by historical forced adoptions, acknowledging its role in running mother and baby homes between 1949 and 1976 where women were pressured to give up their babies. The apology follows a government confirmation of a state apology for the practice.
Construction workers in Lutoryz, Poland, discovered 34 buried fetuses on a property formerly owned by a 57-year-old medical pathologist, Magdalena H. She has been arrested and faces charges including desecrating corpses, with allegations she conducted experiments on the remains.
A 57-year-old Polish pathologist, Magdalena H., has been arrested after 34 human fetuses were discovered buried in the garden of her former home in Lutoryz. She faces up to 12 years in prison on charges including desecrating corpses and improper waste handling, with authorities investigating potential experiments.
Syphilis infection rates are rising in Australia, prompting concern among experts. The sexually transmitted infection, preventable and curable, has seen a significant increase in notifications, particularly congenital syphilis cases affecting First Nations children. Efforts are underway to combat the outbreak through increased testing and culturally safe healthcare.
Syphilis infection rates are rising in Australia, a Victorian-era sexually transmitted infection that is preventable and curable. Experts are concerned about untreated cases, particularly congenital syphilis, which disproportionately affects First Nations children. Culturally led approaches and increased investment are seen as key to controlling the outbreak.
Three US presidents born in 1946—Clinton, Bush, and Trump—are turning 80 and are seen as central figures in the decline of American political discourse, characterized by tribalism, coarseness, and a focus on moralizing over substance.
Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Donald Trump, all born in 1946, are approaching 80. While distinct in style, they represent a generation that has contributed to increased political tribalism, coarseness in discourse, and declining trust in institutions, marking a "rancid" legacy in politics despite earlier generational achievements.
Jim Penman, CEO of Jim's Group, argues in a new book that declining birthrates are linked to blunted dopamine responses caused by modern distractions like sex, drugs, and social media. He proposes that scientific interventions, including gene editing or drugs, may be necessary to restore brain sensitivity and encourage procreation.
