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Child safety

Read the latest news on child safety

Parents have been urged to take all necessary precautions to protect their children while travelling. Photo: Reem Mohammed

Dubai Police call on parents to stay vigilant to keep children safe while travelling

UAEJuly 25, 2026
The resolution applies to all social media platforms that enable users to create accounts or personal profiles. Reuters

UAE first Arab nation to ban under-15s from using social media

UAEJune 18, 2026
Screen time and social media are part of daily life for millions of children now. Getty Images

Social media bans for teenagers are understandable but not future-proof

CommentFebruary 24, 2026
The question of instituting robust protective measures to ensure children’s safe digital exploration is no longer up for debate. Getty

The UAE's digital safety law is a welcome step towards protecting minors

EditorialDecember 29, 2025
Children in Gaza are displaying adverse behaviours including rebellion, food hoarding, bedwetting, aggression, severe anxiety and disrupted sleep. AFP

Aggression and anxiety: Gaza's children bear the psychological wounds of war

MENAJuly 16, 2025
Hatim Awad was taken to the UAE for treatment under the Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 initiative. Wam

UAE evacuates critically injured Gaza child for hospital treatment

UAEJune 21, 2025
Compassion is rarely thought of as a policy tool but now some researchers are rethinking this. Nick Donaldson, Getty Images, Reuters and EPA

If we find a way to measure compassion, can we use it to solve global problems?

CommentMay 30, 2025
We must create a framework so children can develop healthy digital habits. Getty Images

We should raise children to be tech-savvy – but also digitally healthy

CommentMay 27, 2025
The UAE has introduced a new federal family law. Photo: Unsplash

New UAE family law boosting rights of mothers and children comes into effect

UAEApril 15, 2025
Mother-of-three Emma de Lautour and her husband Iannis Mardell legalised temporary guardians for their children in 2021. Photo: Emma de Lautour

Why temporary guardianship is essential for parents in the UAE

LifestyleMarch 19, 2025
A 16-year-old rape victim rests on a mattress at a Unicef office in Sudan. Unicef via AP

UN raises concerns over widespread sexual violence in Sudan conflict

MENAMarch 04, 2025
Rough-and-tumble play such as mock wrestling can help children understand concepts such as risk-taking and establishing boundaries. Getty Images

What is rough play, and why are modern-day parents so afraid of it?

LifestyleNovember 18, 2024
Teaching children about scams early on equip them with the understanding they need to beat the crooks. Getty Images

What are the new financial scams targeting children?

MoneyOctober 11, 2024
TikTok is one of the most used social media platforms in the UAE. Photo: Aaron Weiss / Unsplash

Should parents control their teenagers' use of social media?

LifestyleAugust 20, 2024
A campaign to educate families takes place at the Canadian Kids Nursery in Dubai. Photo: Canadian Kids Nursery

Families urged to avoid air travel if children have measles symptoms

UAEJanuary 25, 2024
Healthcare workers in Sharjah are being given training to help detect signs of child abuse. Getty Images

Sharjah health workers given training to detect child abuse

UAEDecember 29, 2023
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