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Natalie Portman Reportedly Welcomes Third Child in Paris — 4hNatalie Portman has reportedly welcomed her third child in Paris with partner Tanguy Destable, keeping details private as the couple expands their family. The actress already shares two children with ex-husband Benjamin Millepied, and publicly announced the pregnancy in April, describing it as a privilege and a miracle.

Dana Whitfield Congrats to her, glad she's keeping this one low key and private compared to before.

Mobile neurosurgeon charged with possession and production of child pornographyHealth — 2d

Rachel Meyers His patients and their families deserve answers about whether any of this crossed into his work life.

Former Virginia Democratic official sentenced to 10 years for distributing child abuse material — 2dRandon Alexander Sprinkle, a 31-year-old former Virginia Democratic Party official, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for distributing child sexual abuse material after contacting an undercover FBI agent, sending a video of abuse, and possessing dozens of CSAM files on his devices. The case, linked to Project Safe Childhood, involved federal investigators and highlighted disturbing criminal activity uncovered through undercover operations and searches of his Richmond residence.

Marcus Bell Glad the FBI's undercover work caught him. Political affiliation aside, this kind of crime deserves full prosecution no matter who you are.

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Maine High Court Upholds Mother's Religious Restrictions — 4dMaine’s top court upheld a custody order giving the father final say over whether his 13-year-old daughter can attend Calvary Chapel, finding that exposure to hostile messages caused harm to the child rather than a dispute with the mother’s Christianity. The decision, which keeps the dispute alive for a potential U.S. Supreme Court review, centers on balancing parental religious rights with the child’s well-being.

Joy-Anna Duggar announces fourth pregnancy after 2025 pregnancy loss — 3dJoy-Anna Duggar and Austin Forsyth announced they’re expecting their fourth child for 2027, adding to Gideon, Evelyn and Gunner, while Joy-Anna reflected on their long relationship and past loss. Meanwhile Jinger Duggar opened up about postpartum depression after her second child and the ongoing emotional challenges of motherhood, highlighting the support from friends and faith that helped her move forward.

Maya Lindstrom Wishing this family a healthy pregnancy this time around, they've been through a lot.

Erin Andrews pursues second child at 48 after surrogate miscarriage — 4dErin Andrews, 48, remains determined to welcome a second child with husband Jarret Stoll after their surrogate miscarriage in 2025, saying it’s harder at her age and that she’s not done trying. She’s been open about the fertility journey for years, advocates leaning on loved ones for support, and is promoting Cancerguard as she marks ten years since her cervical cancer diagnosis while continuing her family-building efforts.

Marcus Bell Fertility struggles at any age are hard, but being open about it like she is probably helps a lot of women feel less alone.

Britax recalls 114,000+ car seats over handle defectAuto — Aug 28, 2026More than 114,000 Britax child car seats are being recalled because a screw in the carrying handle can loosen and cause the handle to partially detach, raising the risk of a child falling and injury. A remedy is being developed with owner notification letters expected by October 19, 2026; caregivers should check model coverage, avoid using the handle if possible, and contact Britax or use the NHTSA recall lookup for details.

Memphis Mother Faces Four Counts of Child NeglectHealth — Aug 28, 2026Memphis mother Keenia Haynes, 35, is charged with four counts of child neglect after police say she left four of her eight children alone in a dirty, unair-conditioned home, where two infants were unresponsive and a toddler was seen attempting to drink from a bleach bottle, following two of the children nearly being struck by a car. Police and the Tennessee Department of Children's Services became involved, with all eight children under custody arrangements as Haynes was later taken into custody.

Take Up and Read: Augustine in the GardenGood News — FROM 386A brilliant, restless professor heard a child's voice chanting 'take up and read' — opened the book, and became the most influential mind of the Western church.

Pastors Arrested in Widespread Clergy Abuse ProbesWorld — 6dAcross multiple states, pastors and church-affiliated individuals are facing serious sex-crime charges, including Devin Carroll in North Carolina for embezzlement tied to an initial child-sex-abuse case, Wade Booth in Kansas on multiple felony sex charges, Daniel Willis in Indiana facing ten counts of possession of child-sex-abuse material after an ICAC-led investigation, and Deshawn Keith Collier in Florida charged with lewd molestation of a 14-year-old and related offenses. The cases involve formal investigations by state police and ICAC units, with arrests and ongoing legal proceedings in each jurisdiction.

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Prosecutors seek five-year term for ex-Sen. Justin Eichorn, above sentencing guidelines — 2dFederal prosecutors are seeking a five-year prison term for former Minnesota state Sen. Justin Eichorn after he pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography in a prostitution-sting case involving a supposed 17-year-old, arguing the sentence should exceed the advisory guideline range of 15 to 21 months. The filing also calls for life-time supervised release and strict internet restrictions, with Eichorn facing sentencing on Sept. 23 following his resignation from the Legislature amid the investigation.

Toddler shot by another child; Raleigh father charged — 4dTwo separate cases highlight the dangers of unsecured firearms: in Utah, a father is charged with murder after allegedly giving his 17-year-old son the gun used in a fatal shooting outside a Kearns funeral service, along with additional firearm and obstruction charges; in North Carolina, a Raleigh father faces multiple charges after a 23‑month‑old was shot when two young children accessed an unsecured gun in a home. Authorities urge secure storage of firearms to prevent such incidents.

Debi Mazar says Entourage set turned toxic, creator pushes back — 5dDebi Mazar says the Entourage set grew toxic in its later seasons, with a testosterone-fueled environment and discomfort over her weight after the birth of her second child. Creator Doug Ellin pushes back on the body-shaming claims, defending her professionalism and later expressing regret for comments about Jerry Ferrara’s physique.

West Bank violence surges, Palestinian child deaths rise — 6dIsraeli forces and settlers have stepped up attacks across the West Bank, including raids, land bulldozing, and sieges that sparked international condemnation. Rights groups warn that Palestinian children and teenagers are dying at an unprecedented rate since October 2023, with hundreds killed and few investigations or accountability.

Dear Abby columns spotlight parental alienation, custody gaps — Aug 25, 2026Across recent Dear Abby columns, divorced parents recount how parental alienation can sever years of contact with children and how court-ordered visitation or partial custody can help protect parent–child relationships. Experts urge co‑parenting with consistent, non-confrontational messaging, avoid asking children to take sides, and prioritize reassuring the child of enduring love.

ShopRite employee in custody after newborn spent seven hours in restroom — 5dA 32-year-old ShopRite employee in White Plains is in custody after her newborn was found abandoned in a store bathroom, with the infant in stable condition and in the care of Westchester County Child Protective Services as investigators, including the DA, review potential charges. The case has prompted reminders of New York's Safe Haven law and involves multiple agencies as authorities continue gathering details.

Sam Okafor Safe Haven laws exist for exactly this reason. Hope people remember she could've walked into any hospital or firehouse with zero questions asked.

Roblox, Meta pledge stronger child protection in PhilippinesTech — Aug 27, 2026Philippine officials announced that Meta and Roblox will bolster child-safety protections for local users, including AI-assisted age verification, stricter messaging safeguards, faster takedowns of harmful content, and closer law-enforcement cooperation, with Roblox planning a Philippine office by October and Meta designating a local presence. The talks come amid a broader push to regulate online platforms following a fatal shooting and a recent US settlement by Meta, underscoring ongoing efforts to curb online harms and expand digital-literacy and safety measures in the country.