Candis King, a 15-year-old girl and daughter of Virginia Del. Candi King, died after battling sickle cell disease, prompting expressions of grief and support from her family, school, and political community, with the family requesting privacy during their mourning.
A survey reveals that half of U.S. youth experience daily loneliness impacting mental health, with disparities based on income and LGBTQ+ status; while 55% report good mental health, many face family, school, and friendship challenges, highlighting the need for increased support in schools and targeted interventions.
Mahnoor Cheema, a 17-year-old with an IQ of 161, is taking 28 A-Levels after passing 33 GCSEs, but faced challenges in finding appropriate support for her exceptional abilities in the British education system. Despite her high intelligence, she struggled to progress academically due to a lack of understanding and support from schools, and even faced discouragement from teachers. She is now calling for more support for gifted students in state schools, emphasizing the need to recognize and nurture their potential.
A man going through a divorce shot his two daughters, aged 7 and 10, and his mother-in-law before killing himself in a Fruitport Township home in Michigan. The 10-year-old girl died at the scene, while the 7-year-old girl and the 61-year-old woman were last reported in stable condition at an area hospital. The family operates a nail salon in the area, and at least two other adults employed by the business were living in the basement of the home. Fruitport Community Schools confirmed that the 10-year-old attended Edgewood Elementary, and the school has activated its Emotional Support Team to provide support to those in need.