France Child Safety Policy: France’s Constitutional Council struck down the under-15 social-media ban’s broad age-check rules, saying the approach violated free speech and didn’t protect privacy enough—so Macron must rewrite it. Local Parenting Support: Portsmouth City Council approved £1.1M to boost foster carers’ fees and allowances as fostering households keep shrinking. Foster Care Oversight: Duluth’s Adult Foster Care license was revoked after “serious and chronic” violations, with an appeal window to protect residents’ care. Youth Justice: A US explainer asks “Can kids go to prison?” and breaks down when youth can be tried as adults and why juvenile systems exist. Family Law Shock: A Texas surrogacy case is reported to have blown up parental rights, highlighting how medical decisions and custody can collide. Child Safety & Abuse Allegations: A Chatsworth mother accused after a toddler’s bath death faces murder charges, with court describing injuries inconsistent with a fall. Back-to-School Stressors: Raleigh parents weigh in on a proposed teen curfew after shootings and chaos, with enforcement details still unclear. Tech & Kids: UN youth summit spotlights AI risks and opportunities for young people worldwide. Everyday Costs: A new report puts the price of raising a child at $303,000+ through age 18, driven by housing, food, and childcare.