All articles tagged with #summer camp
At a summer camp in Ukraine for war-traumatized children, Elvira and Kyrylo, both survivors of loss and violence, develop a romantic connection, symbolizing a step towards healing amidst the ongoing conflict. The camp aims to help children process trauma through structured activities and counseling, highlighting the resilience and hope of young Ukrainians affected by war.
A 76-year-old man, Jon Ruben, was remanded in custody after being charged with mistreating children at a summer camp in Leicestershire, where sweets allegedly laced with sedatives caused eight children and an adult to fall ill; he is scheduled to appear in Crown Court on August 29.
A man has been charged with child cruelty after eight children and an adult fell ill at a summer camp in Leicestershire; all have been discharged from hospital, and the suspect is due in court.
A 76-year-old man was arrested in Leicestershire, UK, on suspicion of poisoning children at a summer camp, leading to eight children being hospitalized, all of whom have since been discharged; the investigation is ongoing.
Actor Dennis Quaid's 17-year-old daughter Zoe was working as a camp counselor in Texas during recent devastating floods; she was safe, but the event caused concern and highlighted regional tragedy, prompting support efforts like the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.
Following the tragic flash floods at Mystic Camp in Texas that resulted in at least 27 deaths, parents are advised to inquire about camps' emergency preparedness for extreme weather events, although summer camps in the U.S. are generally safe with most injuries being minor and non-fatal.
The recent catastrophic flash floods in Central Texas have resulted in at least 51 deaths, including 15 children, with victims ranging from summer camp attendees to rescue heroes, highlighting the severe impact of the disaster.
Camp Mystic, a nearly century-old girls' Christian summer camp in Texas, was hit by severe flooding from the Guadalupe River, resulting in at least 20 children missing and 24 deaths in the region. The rapid flash floods, caused by heavy overnight rain, struck unexpectedly, complicating evacuation efforts. The camp, which has been family-run since the 1930s, is currently ensuring the safety of all campers and awaiting further updates on the missing children.
A father expresses concern over his ex-wife's coddling of their nearly 9-year-old daughter, which has led to emotional regression and dependence. The advice emphasizes understanding the child's needs, encouraging independence through low-pressure opportunities, and avoiding negative judgments about the ex-wife's parenting, while also considering the child's emotional context and promoting a supportive environment. The overall message is to foster confidence and independence in the child while maintaining a balanced perspective on parenting styles.
Due to high temperatures exceeding 100 degrees in Austin, Texas, children attending the Best Kids After School & Summer Camp in Round Rock are limited to 15 minutes of outdoor play each morning, instead of the usual two hours.
A woman expresses frustration with her husband's constant phone use while caring for their young children, seeking advice on how to address the issue. The columnist suggests finding a compromise and emphasizes the importance of "we time" for couples. In another letter, a person working at a summer camp expresses conflicting feelings for a coworker while in a long-term relationship, seeking guidance on what to do. The columnist advises honesty and respect if considering ending the current relationship. Additionally, a reader disagrees with the columnist's response to a question about envy of single status among married coworkers, suggesting a lighthearted response instead.
Palestinian Islamic Jihad is operating summer camps in Gaza for youth that include military-style training to fight against Israel. Young Palestinians parade and train with fake rifles and are instructed on jihad against the “Zionist enemy.” The camps aim to ensure that jihad and resistance will continue. In previous years, children were taught to stab and stone Israeli police in order “to liberate Al-Aqsa,” while instructors lionized those who fall as “martyrs” against the enemy.
21 teenagers were injured when an elevated walkway collapsed at Stahlman Park in Surfside Beach, Texas. Five were airlifted to a hospital in Houston, while 16 were treated locally. The teenagers, aged 14 to 18, were visiting from Cypress, Tomball, and Spring Branch as part of a summer camp run by Bayou City Fellowship. None of the injuries were life-threatening, and the cause of the incident is still under investigation.
An elevated walkway collapsed in Surfside Beach, Texas, injuring nearly two dozen teenagers from a summer camp. Five were flown to the hospital by helicopter, but none of the injuries were expected to be life-threatening. The cause of the collapse is under investigation.
An elevated walkway collapsed in Surfside Beach, Texas, injuring nearly two dozen teenagers from a summer camp. Five of the victims were flown to the hospital by helicopter, but none of the injuries were expected to be life-threatening. The cause of the collapse is under investigation, and emergency responders from the Surfside Beach Volunteer Fire Department set up landing areas for the medical helicopters. All of the victims were between 14 and 18 years old and from the Bayou City Fellowship summer camp.