Children

Judge declares mistrial in Lindsay Clancy murder trial

Lindsay Clancy, 36, strangled her three children with exercise bands in January 2023 in the basement of their home before cutting herself with a knife and jumping from a second-story window.

Lindsay Clancy looks on as Judge William Sullivan has declared a mistrial in Plymouth, US, September 4, 2026.
Closeup of arrested hands with handcuffs.

Police detain 16 in renewed Yavne’el child-marriage investigation

Lindsay Clancy listens in the coutroom during her murder trial at Plymouth Superior Court in Plymouth, Massachusetts, U.S., August 13, 2026.

Deadlocked jury in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial to reconvene on sixth day of deliberations

High Court Justice; illustrative.

'Not safe for kids': Food allergy group petitions High Court to stop Kisch school-nurse pilot


The best end-of-summer events across Israel

With one week left of summer break, explore the best free and budget-friendly events, parks, and outdoor screenings across Israel for the final stretch.

A Summer Camp for One Family.

LEGO next to Cornflakes: Shufersal enters the toy market - is it really worth the price?

Shufersal enters the LEGO market in 90 branches and online. A price check against KSP and LEGO stores found Shufersal cheapest for three of four sets.

Shoppers pick groceries at the Shufersal Deal supermarket in Katzrin, Golan Heights.

Israel’s political parties must make out-of-home care a national priority - opinion

National security is not only about borders, military strength, and weapons systems. It is also about whether a child removed from home has a stable adult waiting at the end of the day.

 THE FOSTER families provide loving, stable homes for children to recover from difficult situations (Illustrative).

End of summer vacation: Last-minute family outings in Jerusalem

From air-conditioned exhibits to outdoor festivals, here is how to wrap up August with the kids in the capital - whether you are looking for paid events or free fun.

The aqueduct at Armon Hanatziv, City of David | Photo:The aqueduct at Armon Hanatziv, City of David.

Meta rejects claims it sought to hook children to Facebook, Instagram, as landmark trial begins

A bipartisan group of 29 US states is suing Meta, seeking potentially tens or hundreds of billions of dollars in penalties and changes to how Meta does business.

People hold a picture and a placard with names of young people, as parents of children and young adults whose deaths were allegedly related to social media use hold a press conference, as Meta faces a landmark trial in federal court on August 18, 2026 in Oakland, California, US.

Isaac Herzog meets with 'Make-A-Wish' child who wished to know the feeling of being president

After the visit, Arbel Rot was given a tour of the Knesset, followed by a family vacation in Jerusalem, according to Make-A-Wish Israel.

President Isaac Herzog meets with "Wish Kid" Arbel Rot at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, August 11, 2026.

Missing 4-year-old child Younes Abu Ghanem found in Ashkelon following police search

Abu Ghanem marks the second young child to go missing in the Ashkelon area within a month, after four-year-old Yuval Kogan was found after he went missing from Hofit Beach.

Younes Abu Ghanem.

Heatwave leaves no choice: Indoor air-conditioned attractions for the summer vacation

Severe heatwave sends families to air-conditioned fun in Netanya, Rishon Lezion, Kfar Saba, Ra'anana, Petah Tikva, and Hod Hasharon: Cinema, circus, and sports.

Family, illustration.

NIS 25.4 billion deposited in Savings for Every Child - but parental involvement is lacking

A NII report reveals: 84% of active savings are currently managed in provident funds. However, only about 63% of parents choose to double the monthly savings from the child allowance.

A father and son with a piggy bank

Three children killed in separate fatal accidents across Israel over one day

Among those killed were a 5-year-old left in the car, a 12-year-old in the Jordan River, and a 16-year-old who fell while rappelling.

Magen David Adom vehicles.