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CHILDHOOD POVERTY EFFECTS
His father chose $5 tooth extraction over a $50 root canal. Today, being a billionaire he still refuses to fix it. How childhood poverty affects adulthood- Inches, not just percentages: India’s GDP is rising, but a four-inch gap with China tells another story
- BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration: Inside the 140-point document on Global South's ambitions
- Quote of the Day by Audrey Hepburn: “To have beautiful lips, say… – Inspiring lessons on beauty, empathy, appreciation, imperfections and why words have the power to heal by the British actress known for her timeless elegance and deep insights on humanity and kindnessQuote of the Day by Audrey Hepburn: Audrey Hepburn’s quote, “To have beautiful lips, say beautiful things. To have beautiful eyes, look at ...31 Aug, 2026, 06.51 PM IST
- Trump administration moves forward with Head Start overhaul, proposing to eliminate regulationsThe Trump administration plans to significantly alter Head Start program regulations. These proposed changes aim to increase local decision...06 Aug, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
- Mark Zuckerberg's wife Priscilla Chan invested $125 mn in a school for poor kids. Now she is shutting it down to invest in AIA free school for underprivileged children will close after the 2025-26 academic year. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative is redirecting funds ...04 Aug, 2026, 03.47 PM IST
- When money problems hurt kids: The hidden emotional cost and how to helpIn situations of financial distress, parents may themselves need help and support. Many of us that live the good life can look out to help ...20 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
- How Early Childhood Experiences Wire the Brain for Stronger Focus Later in LifeEarly childhood experiences shape a child's ability to focus. Brain development in the first years is crucial. Positive interactions and st...18 Feb, 2026, 07.26 PM IST
- Word of the day: JuxtapositionJuxtaposition is a powerful tool. It means placing contrasting elements side by side. This technique makes differences stand out clearly. I...02 Feb, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
- Type 5 diabetes: The shocking new threat hitting children and teens – what you must knowThe International Diabetes Federation in 2025 officially recognized Type 5 Diabetes as a form of diabetes connected to prolonged childhood ...06 Sep, 2025, 11.07 PM IST
- Donald Trump and Kamala Harris both support a bigger child tax credit. But which families should get it?The child tax credit is a major issue in the upcoming U.S. presidential election. Kamala Harris proposes significant expansion, providing m...01 Nov, 2024, 11.00 AM IST
- Study reveals effect of climate change on human brainThis article discusses the effects of climate change and global warming on the human brain. A report published in Nature Climate Change by ...26 Nov, 2023, 05.38 PM IST
- Researchers find how climate change could affect brainClimate change may have an impact on the human brain, according to a report published in Nature Climate Change. Researchers from various in...14 Nov, 2023, 07.57 PM IST
- ADB approves USD 40.5 mn loan for integrated early childhood development programme in MeghalayaAsian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday said it has approved a USD 40.5-million loan for integrated early childhood development (ECD) and...16 Aug, 2023, 05.28 PM IST
- UN warns its development goals for 2030 are in trouble and 575 million people will remain very poorThe report on progress in achieving 17 wide-ranging UN goals adopted by world leaders in 2015 to improve life for the world's more than 7 b...11 Jul, 2023, 10.55 AM IST
- Poverty can stall brain development, but a good reading habit can help contain damage: StudyStudies have shown that early childhood poverty is a risk factor for lower educational attainment. It is also associated with differences i...10 Jul, 2023, 05.50 PM IST
- Study suggests strong social ties may make up for adversity in early lifeThe most important result of our research is that early life adversity and adult social relationships have independent effects on survival.20 May, 2023, 05.04 PM IST
- Is your child fidgety? It may have a positive impact on their healthFidgeting activity could have "meaningful" biological or health effects in early childhood.16 Aug, 2019, 07.49 AM IST
- No. of married girls in India in age group 15-19 yrs down 51 pc since 2000: ReportThe index score reflects the average level of performance across a set of eight indicators related to child health, education, labour, marr...29 May, 2019, 10.59 AM IST
- Good elementary education can spell success in adulthood: Raj Chetty, Harvard University professorDelhi-born Harvard Professor Raj Chetty says India should focus on elementary education.26 Apr, 2013, 04.21 PM IST
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