Lucy Powell, the new education secretary, aims to be an ambitious "tiger mum" for all young people, advocating for both academic excellence and high-quality vocational training. She defends Labour's plans against "dumbing down" accusations, emphasizing ambition for all children and addressing concerns about school funding and the SEND system.
At 13, Sophie Lee began solo international travel, aiming to be the youngest to visit every country. Now 21, with 185 countries visited, she's nearing her goal, revisiting places for evidence and embracing the challenges of difficult destinations like Mali, Chad, and Venezuela.
A new AIHW study found almost one in three Australian women giving birth in 2022 had experienced at least one miscarriage, highlighting the prevalence of pregnancy loss. Experts warn data gaps mean the unique needs of young people, who often face dismissive attitudes, are not being addressed.
An opinion piece proposes weighting votes by age in Australia to empower younger generations, arguing current systems favor older voters. It suggests methods like lowering the voting age or giving younger voters more heavily weighted votes, justifying this on grounds of generational justice and existing electoral weighting based on location.
A report by the Institute for Fiscal Studies reveals 42% of 25-year-olds in Britain live with parents, up from 25% in the 1990s. Declining real earnings and housing affordability force young adults into 'kidulthood,' impacting independence and exacerbating inequality. The article calls for policy changes like social housing and stronger wages.
Young AI founders like Arlan Rakhmetzhanov and Pranjali Awasthi secure millions but face intense pressure from investors and social media for rapid growth. AI tools democratize building, yet the market is merciless, demanding quick success and public performance, fostering anxiety and potential ethical compromises in Silicon Valley.
The tech industry is divided over the future of open-source AI, with Nvidia and Microsoft pushing for it while Anthropic and OpenAI argue against due to safety concerns. Meanwhile, social media giants settle lawsuits over addiction claims, and Google receives a $1bn EU fine for prioritizing its services.
Queensland parliament has raised concerns over the social media conduct of Yabun Panjoo Aboriginal Corporation, a publicly funded youth rehabilitation provider. Labor's Di Farmer questioned the provider's Facebook page following adult content creators, while Youth Justice Minister Laura Gerber defended the program. The hearing also addressed the funding cancellation of another provider, The Mara Way.
Tavia Watts' viral video highlighted the growing climate anxiety in the UK, particularly among parents, as record June heatwaves intensify fears for children's futures. Psychologists confirm a rise in "anticipatory anxiety" and offer coping strategies like community action and self-care.
Record heatwaves in England are intensifying climate anxiety, a recognized form of mental distress, particularly affecting parents and young people. Individuals like Tavia Watts and Lizzie Ellen share their fears for their children's future, while psychologists offer coping strategies such as community engagement and self-care.
Analysis of NHS England data reveals children in England's most deprived areas are 40% more likely to be hospitalized for respiratory infections, with experts linking it to air pollution, poor housing, and systemic inequalities, urging government action.
NHS England data shows children in England's most deprived areas are 40% more likely to be hospitalized for respiratory infections. Experts from Impact on Urban Health and UCL link this to air pollution, poor housing, and systemic inequalities, urging government action on the Clean Air Act.
New data from the Metropolitan Police shows a significant drop in neighbourhood crime and homicides in London, with the Mayor attributing success to record police funding and the Violence Reduction Unit. The report aims to counter online disinformation portraying London as a "lawless" city.
Netflix's "Heartstopper," based on Alice Oseman's graphic novels, concludes after six books, three seasons, and a film, leaving a significant cultural impact. The series is celebrated for its positive LGBTQ+ representation, offering joy and reassurance to young queer people, despite some criticism for its sanitized depiction of adolescence.
Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi was released after being detained during widespread protests demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over medical exam paper leaks linked to student suicides. The protests, led by students and the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), have spread across India, facing police crackdowns and metro station closures.
A global youth job crisis, first evident in China, highlights significant economic and social issues, with unemployment and weak prospects driving protests worldwide. Factors include growing graduate numbers, slow job creation, and fears of AI impact, leading to calls for policy and business investments.
Tens of thousands of Gen Z protesters in India, part of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), are demanding the education minister's resignation over alleged exam leaks and an overhaul of the education system. The movement, which started online, gained momentum after activist Sonam Wangchuk's forced hospitalization during a hunger strike.
Thousands of youth-led "Cockroach Janta Party" protesters marched to India's Parliament, demanding the education minister's resignation over exam leaks and protesting high youth unemployment. Police used tear gas and batons, leading to clashes in New Delhi.
Hong Kong customs officers arrested 13 people, including four aged 18 and under, and seized over HK$159 million in counterfeit merchandise during an eight-week World Cup operation. Authorities expressed concern over a rise in young people involved in online sales of fake items.
A 13-year-old boy died and two others were injured after a fountain collapsed in Ciudad Rodrigo, Salamanca province, during Spain's World Cup victory celebrations. The town hall expressed tragedy over the incident.
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated a record $20 million to Active Minds, a non-profit addressing the youth mental health crisis in the US. This gift, more than double the charity's annual revenue, is influenced by Scott's past financial hardships and will expand mental health programs nationwide.
The UK plans to introduce an optional midnight to 6am social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds, with 'addictive' features like autoplay and infinite scroll to be disabled by default, sparking mixed reactions among teens
West Bengal's new government has replaced Mamata Banerjee's 'Khela Hobey Divas' on August 16 with 'Ayushman Divas', celebrating the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari cited the date's historical significance related to the 'Great Calcutta killings' of 1946.
K Annamalai has launched a new movement called 'We The Leaders' in Pollachi, focusing on governance and public responsibility, explicitly excluding religion. The movement aims to evolve into a political party and emphasizes the significant role of women and youth, particularly Gen Z, in shaping Tamil Nadu's political future.
