Delhi Artist Turns Slum Walls Into Children's Dreams
Manmauji couldn't afford school as a child. Now he's painting murals of kids' dreams across Delhi's poorest neighborhoods, turning grey alleys into galleries of hope.
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Lagos Kids in Makoko Celebrate Dreams on Children's Day
Over 100 children in Makoko, one of the world's largest floating slums, experienced a day of pure joy when a foundation brought celebration directly to their community. The event reminded everyone that no child should be left behind.
Melania Trump Reunites 8 More Ukrainian Children With Families
First Lady Melania Trump announced that eight more Ukrainian children have returned home to their families, marking the third successful reunification she's helped coordinate between Russia and Ukraine. Since October, 23 displaced children have been reunited with loved ones through her diplomatic efforts.
Han Ji-min Donates $37K for Children's Day in South Korea
South Korean actor Han Ji-min donated 50 million won (approximately $37,000) to help children facing hunger and poverty worldwide. She's been showing up for street fundraisers every Children's Day since 2007.
Scientists Guide Dreams to Solve Puzzles During Sleep
Northwestern University researchers successfully steered people's dreams toward unsolved puzzles, and 75% dreamed about the problems they were cued to think about. Those who dreamed about specific puzzles solved them twice as often the next morning.
Scientists Prove Dreams Reflect Who You Are, Not Randomness
Italian researchers analyzed 3,700 dream reports and discovered our dreams aren't random chaos. They're shaped by our personality traits and life experiences in measurable, predictable ways.
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Victorian Children's Slate and Marbles Found in London
Archaeologists in east London discovered a trove of 500-year-old children's artifacts, including a reusable slate still covered in Victorian-era scribbles and colorful marbles lost during playtime. The finds offer a rare window into the lives of impoverished children who attended a free school established in 1536.
3 Sisters Bring Books and Joy to 8,000 Indian Children
Three sisters turned their love of childhood reading into a foundation that's teaching 8,000 children across India that books mean joy, not pressure. In classrooms that once had no libraries, children now beg for story time.
Italian Wrestler Moves to US Alone, Lives His Dream
Cristiano Argento left everything behind in Italy without speaking English to chase his wrestling dream in America. Eight years later, he's competing for one of the country's top promotions and says the "land of opportunity" lived up to its promise.
Dolly Parton Children's Hospital Opens in Tennessee
A Tennessee children's hospital has been renamed in honor of Dolly Parton after decades of her support for kids' health and education. The country icon has given millions to help children, from free books to vaccine research.
Kacey Musgraves Raises Funds for Immigrant Children's Rights
Grammy-winning country star Kacey Musgraves used her Chicago concert to raise money for children separated from their parents during immigration proceedings. The singer has made supporting the Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights a mission throughout her 2025 tour.
Toy Store Customers Donate £4M to Children's Hospitals
Shoppers at The Entertainer toy stores have donated £4 million to four children's hospitals simply by rounding up their purchases to the nearest pound. The 15-year partnership shows how spare change can transform lives for seriously ill children across the UK.
Hopkinton Teen Achieves D1 Baseball Dream at UConn
Lucas Hodne has dreamed of playing Division 1 baseball since childhood, and the Hopkinton native just made it happen. The high school athlete recently committed to play baseball at the University of Connecticut, checking off the first of his two big league dreams.
Survivor Shares Residential School Story in Children's Book
Shirley Horn, taken from her family at age five, worked with an Anishinaabe author to create a children's book blending truth and hope. The illustrated story preserves history while showing the resilience of children who survived Canada's residential school system.
Foundation Gives $1M to South Carolina Children's Hospital
A South Carolina automotive founder just handed a children's hospital a million-dollar gift that will help countless families afford critical care. The Bill McDaniels Foundation continues its mission of supporting children and families across the state.
Paralympic Gold Medalist Keynotes Children's Centre Gala
Jon Thurston, fresh from winning Paralympic gold in wheelchair curling, will inspire families at Five Counties Children's Centre's 50th anniversary celebration. The Dunsford athlete's story of resilience comes full circle as he addresses an organization that has supported thousands of children over five decades.
Brooks Koepka Donates $5M to Children's Hospitals, ALS Care
Professional golfer Brooks Koepka is spreading $5 million across children's hospitals, disability foundations, and local Florida charities. The donation includes $1 million to Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation in his hometown.
Scientists Use Sound to Plant Dream Ideas, Boost Problem-Solving
Northwestern University researchers successfully planted puzzle-solving ideas into people's dreams using sound cues during REM sleep. Participants doubled their puzzle-solving abilities after just one night of "dream engineering." ##
Sudan Launches Polio Campaign for 4.3 Million Children
Despite years of conflict, Sudan's health workers are racing to vaccinate 4.3 million children against polio across seven states in a nationwide campaign that proves lifesaving care can reach even the hardest-hit communities. The three-day effort targets children who've missed routine vaccines since fighting began in 2023.
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Morocco Cuts Out-of-School Children, UNESCO Reports
A new UNESCO report celebrates Morocco's dramatic success in getting more children into classrooms, marking a major education milestone for the North African nation. The progress represents years of targeted reforms to ensure every child has access to learning.
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