Child Care Aware of America works with local networks to improve childcare in the US, providing research-driven insights and support for effective practice, policy development, and access to quality care. The organization aims to make America stronger by empowering families and policymakers through its work.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/more-child-care-programs-less-access-the-child-care-affordability-gap-widens-302458222.htmlThe Maine State Police used their bloodhound, Millie, to locate a 5-year-old girl with autism who had gone missing in a swamp, and she was found unharmed.
https://krcgtv.com/news/nation-world/maine-state-police-bloodhound-millie-finds-missing-5-year-old-girl-with-autism-in-swamp#Former President Barack Obama and Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene have shown support for Joe Biden after he was diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer. Despite their past differences, including a heated exchange in 2023, Greene offered a heartfelt note to the Biden family following his diagnosis.
https://nypost.com/2025/05/19/us-news/politicians-from-both-sides-of-the-aisle-offer-prayers-for-biden-and-family-in-wake-of-aggressive-cancer-diagnosis/A leaked report has revealed that child safety staff in Queensland believe their case loads are unsustainable, with some workers saying they cannot cope with the number of children in care. The report comes as concerns about the state's child protection system have been raised by experts and politicians. Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has promised to address the issue, but critics say more needs to be done to support staff and ensure the safety of vulnerable children.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-19/queensland-government-figures-reveal-child-safety-failing/105308590In Japan, two violent incidents have raised concerns about juvenile delinquency and the pressures of academic expectations. A 15-year-old boy was arrested for stabbing an 84-year-old woman to death in Chiba Prefecture, citing a desire to be sent to a juvenile detention center due to his troubled home life. Meanwhile, a 43-year-old man attacked a student at a subway station near the University of Tokyo, reportedly seeking to demonstrate the consequences of overbearing parents on their children's behavior.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/05/19/japan/crime-legal/random-stabbings-raise-fear/A survey of over 13,000 adults in the UK found that nearly half feel disconnected from society, with Asian British people being more likely to feel like strangers in their own country than white Britons. The research, conducted by pollsters More in Common, suggests that home working and a decline in social life are contributing factors. Sir Keir Starmer's warning about migration rules also sparked controversy, highlighting the issue of social cohesion. Technology is often cited as a cause for this decline, with one support worker stating that the "work from home" culture has damaged young people.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14725717/Almost-HALF-Britons-living-Keir-Starmer-island-strangers-home-working-failures.htmlA CDC report has revealed a significant increase in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) rates in the US, with one in 31 children now affected, up from one in 150 two decades ago. Jennifer Celeste Briggs' daughter Sarah, who was born underweight and showed signs of difference at six months old, is just one example of thousands of children in the US struggling with autism. Experts are divided on the cause, with some attributing it to improved screening and diagnostics, while others point to environmental toxins, pesticides, and ultra-processed foods as potential culprits.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14708033/daughter-revolutionary-autism-treatment-delivered-life-changing-results.htmlDr. Alexandra Kharazi is joining CBS 8 to discuss the importance of mental health awareness during Mental Health Awareness Month, highlighting how chronic stress can have a significant impact on heart health. Dr. Kharazi will share her expertise on the physical effects of stress and provide guidance on managing stress to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
https://www.cbs8.com/video/news/local/mornings/mental-health-awareness-month-impact-of-stress-on-heart-health/509-9425e6bd-72f9-4791-8d28-276aa6d05370The Dr. Sagy Grinberg Healing Hands Scholarship is a $1,000 award for US undergraduates pursuing careers in healthcare. The scholarship aims to recognize students with a passion for making a difference through clinical excellence and community impact. To be eligible, applicants must be enrolled at an accredited college or university, actively pursuing a healthcare-related degree, and submit an original essay outlining their goals and plans for meaningful impact.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dr-sagy-grinberg-healing-hands-scholarship-for-healthcare-announces-nationwide-opportunity-for-undergraduate-students-pursuing-medical-and-health-careers-302459444.html