An excerpt from Adam Haslett's novel 'Mothers and Sons' is featured, detailing a mother and son estranged for years who are forced to confront the secret that separated them. Haslett is a Pulitzer and National Book Critics Circle Award finalist.

A man in Liège, dependent on drugs and alcohol, physically assaulted his mother and his son when the latter intervened. The defendant has had multiple opportunities to overcome his addictions but has failed.

A Finnish court is reviewing the deportation case of a Russian mother and son, pro-Ukraine activists who fled Russia after being monitored and threatened by authorities, as Finland had not granted them asylum.

Oksana Pikul, who recently announced her divorce from Dominykas Dirkstis, is vacationing in Cyprus with her mother and son, sharing moments that showcase her impeccable figure.

A 43-year-old mother and her 21-year-old son, both Albanian, died in a tragic road accident on the Amfipolis–Drama provincial road in Greece, shocking the community of Serres. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause, with an expert suggesting driver distraction.

A mother and her adult son from Hong Kong have been sentenced to jail in Singapore after a violent incident at Changi Airport, where the son assaulted a bystander and the mother bit a police officer.

Albanians have collectively donated $150,000 to support a mother and her son with special needs, following a public exchange with Prime Minister Rama. The mother clarified her son's therapy schedule and the inapplicability of a doubled aid package for her 19-year-old son.

The Civil Guard has arrested a suspect in connection with the 2024 homicide of a mother and son in Cantabria, after finding biological remains of the arrested individual at the crime scenes.

A 45-year-old mother and her 21-year-old son achieved a remarkable feat by collecting their degrees from IIT Madras on the same stage.

New information has surfaced regarding the double murder of a mother and son in Longos, Aigio, Greece, including the discovery of tranquilizer pills at the crime scene, raising further questions about the incident.

A 33-year-old woman and her six-year-old son drowned after being swept away by strong currents while gathering shellfish in Biliran, Philippines.

A father in Austria lost his entitlement to child care benefits because he registered his relocation later than the mother and son, highlighting a bureaucratic pitfall.

Relatives and friends gathered in Longos Aigiou to bid their final farewells to 54-year-old Maria and her 26-year-old son Olympios, who were victims of a double murder.

An Italian man has been arrested in connection with the double murder of a mother and son in Aigio, Greece, despite his persistent denials of involvement. Initial forensic findings and contradictory statements are central to the ongoing investigation.

A double murder has shocked Aigio, Greece, where a 54-year-old mother and her 26-year-old son were found dead. The woman's 65-year-old Italian husband is the main suspect, denying the charges and claiming he was asleep.

A mother and son, Xin Li and Boyuan Zhang, have been fined a combined $5000 for smuggling 18kg of pounamu, marking the first time anyone has been sentenced for this offense, a decision celebrated by iwi leaders.

A mother and son have accused Odisha Police of custodial torture, alleging they were dragged by their hair and assaulted, leading to the suspension of a woman police officer.

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is investigating the case of a mother and son who were reportedly killed and secretly buried two years ago due to a land dispute.

A Chinese actor, whose growth stopped at the age of nine, has faced mockery over his wedding photos, with some netizens commenting that he and his bride resemble 'mother and son'.

The Brazilian government announced that a Brazilian mother and son died in an Israeli attack in Lebanon, expressing condolences and condemning the attacks during a truce. The family's father, a Lebanese national, also died, and another Brazilian son is hospitalized.

A Finnish administrative court has temporarily blocked the deportation of a Russian mother and son who oppose Russia's war in Ukraine. This decision comes after they were detained and faced deportation following earlier asylum denials.

Police in Bijelo Polje, Montenegro, arrested a mother and son on suspicion of falsifying money, specifically for allegedly repaying a loan with counterfeit currency.

A mother and her son, who were intending pilgrims, tragically died in a road crash in Kano, Nigeria. The Kano pilgrims board expressed its condolences following the fatal accident.

A mother and her 11-year-old son were kidnapped in Yonne, France, in a case linked to cryptocurrency. They were later freed, and six individuals aged 17 to 20 have been charged in connection with the abduction.

A mother and her son are suspected of dealing drugs from their home in Liège, with the mother reportedly known to authorities for previous convictions and drug addiction.

A mother and her son tragically lost their lives in an apartment fire in Tulcea, Romania. Emergency services responded but were unable to save them from the blaze.

A mother and her son, who built a successful private label bow tie business on Amazon that helped fund tuition, ultimately decided to shut it down to preserve their personal relationship.

A mother and her son were tragically burnt to death in Maharashtra after their car collided head-on with a truck, causing the vehicle doors to jam and trapping them inside.

The army has joined the search for the remains of Renee MacRae and her son Andrew, who were murdered 50 years ago, despite William MacDowell's conviction in 2022 for their killings.

A mother and son have been arrested for allegedly assaulting a teacher, during which a piece of the teacher's ear was bitten off.

A bus driver in Gdynia, Poland, struck a mother and son at a pedestrian crossing, explaining that he was blinded by the sun. The 71-year-old woman was hospitalized.

California state superintendent says mother and sons arrested during ICE check-in and deported to Colombia California’s superintendent is calling for the return of a hearing-impaired six-year-old…

A mother and her teenage son narrowly escaped death when their Lexus SUV somersaulted multiple times along the LASU–Isheri Expressway in Lagos State, Nigeria.

A mother and son architect duo from Iceland have developed a futuristic project for utilizing lava, which represented Iceland at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition of the Venice Biennale 2025.

A father, mother, and son tragically lost their lives on a Maharashtra hilltop, with police reporting the incident stemmed from a mobile phone dispute that led to falls.

A 17-year-old has been charged with murder in connection with the 2025 slaying of a Utah mother and her 8-year-old son, following the discovery of bizarre evidence at the crime scene detailed in unsealed court documents.

Two individuals, a mother and son, died and another was injured in an apartment fire that broke out on the 15th floor of a building in Gayang-dong, Gangseo-gu, Seoul.

A mother and son from an Albanian family tragically died in a car-truck collision in Paleokomi, Greece. The accident resulted in the immediate loss of both lives.

A Singaporean court has sentenced a Hong Kong mother and her adult son to up to six months in jail for a violent altercation at Changi Airport, during which they attacked a police officer and a bystander.

Curra and Benito, mother and son, have been reunited after 73 years, a profound emotional repair after Curra's parents concealed her pregnancy and registered the baby as their own, making mother and son appear as aunt and nephew.

Finland is set to deport a Russian mother and son back to Russia, despite their fears of facing authorities there due to their assistance to Ukrainians.

A curious case has emerged in Karnataka where a mother and son, identified as Pakistani nationals, allegedly obtained Indian ration and voter identity cards by concealing their true nationality, while the father and three other children are Indian citizens.

New developments have emerged in the case of a 54-year-old woman and her 26-year-old son found dead in their home in Aigio, Greece, with autopsy photos reportedly changing key data.

A mother and son are believed to have died a week ago near the Belopeška Lakes, with their bodies discovered after a weapon was found in their vehicle. Authorities are investigating the mysterious circumstances surrounding their deaths.

Details are emerging about a murder in Camaiore, Italy, involving a mother and son, with initial findings suggesting that intolerance towards gay individuals may have played a role.

A somber funeral was held for 54-year-old Maria and her 26-year-old son Olympios, who were murdered in Aigio, Greece, while the Italian suspect was reportedly apologizing a few kilometers away.

The search has expanded for a girl who was swept away by a wave in Southern California. Two other individuals, a mother and son, were rescued and are now in stable condition.

A mother and son were brutally murdered in Aigio, Greece, suffering over 20 stab wounds. Residents described the victims as an excellent and peaceful family, expressing shock over the crime.

A mother and son were hospitalized after a fire engulfed their home in the village of Omorfochori, Larissa. Emergency services responded to the incident.

A mother and son were found carrying almost 18 kilograms of the stone in their luggage.

A shocking story emerged on the show 'Me zemër të hapur' about a woman who, after the death of her young daughter, entered a fierce conflict with her ex-son-in-law over a car, with accusations of abuse against the deceased.

A fire that broke out in the early hours of Thursday in a first-floor apartment in Drapetsona, where a mother and son resided, has been brought under control. The fire, which started from a gas canister, filled the area with thick black smoke, but the residents were rescued.

Jiyoung Kang's novel delves into the story of a family where both the mother and son are killers, sharpening their knives in the morning and evening, respectively.

Olga Belova and Nikita Belov, a Russian mother and son who assisted Ukraine, have been released from Finland's Metsälä detention center after receiving two negative asylum decisions.

Police and firefighters discovered the bodies of a mother and son in an advanced state of decomposition inside an apartment in Oława, Poland, after being asked to open the residence.

A mother and son, Nikita and Olga Belova, who oppose Russia's war, are awaiting deportation from Finland back to Russia after their asylum applications were denied.

A mother and her son have been arrested in Velika Kladuša, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on severe charges. The son is accused of raping his sister, while the mother is accused of throwing her daughter from a balcony, leading to the death of the unborn child and attempted murder.

A mother and son reunited to participate in a special Mother's Day ride at the OCBC Cycle event. This heartwarming reunion celebrated the occasion with a shared cycling experience.

A Tanzanian court has overturned the 30-year heroin conviction of a mother and her son-in-law, leading to their release. The original conviction had been in place for three decades.

A mother and her 27-year-old son in Thebes, Greece, experienced terrifying moments when they confronted a group of four masked robbers who invaded their home.

A mother and son have been found guilty in New Zealand for attempting to illegally export pounamu (greenstone) to China, marking the first successful prosecution for such an offense.

A tragic road accident in Andhra Pradesh claimed the lives of a mother and son when their speeding bike collided with a stationary lorry on National Highway 16 near Chilakapalem.

This article is a right of reply to a previously published piece titled "'If this country were governed by Chega, it would no longer be here': gender identity law opposes mother and son," which was published on March 24, 2026.

The fourth episode of the 'Mali veliki kviz' (Little Big Quiz) television show features two new family teams, a father and daughter against a mother and son, competing for victory.

A 33-year-old mother and her 19-year-old son were arrested in Thessaloniki after the mother allegedly cut her 16-year-old daughter's hair following an argument, reportedly because the daughter was disobedient.

A man and his mother have been convicted in Denmark in a case involving the abuse of a child, following legal proceedings that brought the details of the case to light.

A 39-year-old woman and her 16-year-old son died in a tragic railway crossing accident in Susk Nowy, Poland, with investigators providing preliminary findings.

A mother and her son narrowly escaped death after their Lexus SUV overturned in Lagos, Nigeria.

A mother and son, Kunal Chandgude, died in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar after an argument over an iPhone EMI payment escalated, leading to a sequence of fatal falls from a hilltop.

Mother and son team Jack and Allison Fairclough discuss the challenges of clay shooting in Ireland as they work towards their Olympic dream, having started their journey from humble beginnings.

A fuel tanker carrying 32,000 litres of diesel and petrol crashed into a car in Temerloh, Malaysia, with two occupants feared burnt to death. Police believe the victims are a mother and son, and DNA tests are underway for identification.

Following recent personal life changes, Oksana Pikul is spending time with her closest family, including her mother and son, on a vacation at an exclusive five-star hotel.

A four-year-old boy successfully completed a 500-piece puzzle, as a mother and son duo prepare to compete in the upcoming World Puzzle Championship in Spain.

Martin Piekar's debut novel delves into the challenging relationship between a mother and son, with the author expressing a wish for his late mother to have read the unflattering yet loving portrayal.

German border police at Memmingen airport intercepted a mother and her 16-year-old son traveling to Serbia, citing a violation of compulsory school attendance laws, with the mother facing a potential 1000 euro fine.

An alleged family suicide attempt in Patiala has resulted in two fatalities, with a mother and son currently hospitalized.

Director Šimon Holý's film 'Chica Checa', featured in the Karlovy Vary main competition, delves into themes of the queer community, drag shows, and the relationship between a mother and son, emphasizing the normalcy of difference.

An author shares how watching real estate reality TV shows like 'House Hunters' with her son has become a bonding activity, sparking conversations and inspiring travel wish lists.

A forensic report in the Aigio case, investigating the deaths of a mother and son, reportedly found no traces of DNA or fingerprints belonging to an Italian man on any of the evidence.

The 65-year-old Italian man accused of the double murder of a mother and son in Aigio, Greece, claimed that his partner had serious psychiatric problems, with doctors even suggesting hospitalization.

New claims have emerged in the double murder investigation in Aigio, Greece, with the Italian partner of one victim now alleging the mother and son killed each other. The 54-year-old victim's mobile phone was found destroyed, and investigators are searching for missing evidence that could identify the killer.

A 65-year-old man has been arrested in Greece and charged with the premeditated murder of a mother and son, along with weapons offenses.

New details have surfaced regarding the murder of a 54-year-old mother and her 26-year-old son in Longos, Aigialeia, with initial forensic reports indicating the son sustained an injury from an air rifle.

Christina Nicolson and her 10-year-old son are co-owners of a vending machine business, where the young entrepreneur is gaining valuable, tough lessons in business management and entrepreneurship.

A mother and son have been sentenced to jail after seriously injuring a driver in a revenge road attack. The pair rammed the victim's vehicle following a 13-mile chase.

Michelle Pittman and her son were rescued after being lost in the bush for 10 days in 2017, their lives saved by a note left on a bench.

Portuguese journalist Clara de Sousa discusses her passion for cooking, transforming recipes into stories, and her quest for the perfect dish, drawing inspiration from her mother and son.

A mother and son team have announced the closure of their highly popular restaurant in Louth, marking the end of an era for the local establishment.

In a StoryCorps segment, Jhovana Figueroa, diagnosed with autism as a toddler, and his mother share their experiences and hopes for the future, reflecting on his childhood.

A 63-year-old woman and her 32-year-old son are in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run incident on the Corfu-Paleokastritsa national road, raising concerns about pedestrian safety during peak tourist season.

A serious traffic accident in Corfu involved a car hitting two tourists, a mother and her son. Both individuals sustained injuries in the incident.

A mother and son, identified as Radević and Vuković Stojilović, have been arrested in Bijelo Polje, Montenegro, on suspicion of torturing an individual.

A mother and son in Styria, Austria, are facing charges of animal cruelty after nine pigs were discovered dead, having reportedly been left to starve and dehydrate.

Seven suspects, aged 17 to 20, were arrested in France after a mother and son were kidnapped for a €400,000 cryptocurrency ransom. The GIGN's swift operation led to their rescue, with six suspects now facing charges and detention.

France's GIGN special forces successfully freed a mother and her son from kidnappers in a case linked to cryptocurrencies, leading to the arrest of four individuals.

Four masked individuals reportedly invaded a home in Thebes, Greece, threatening a mother and son to steal jewelry and a large sum of money.

A mother and son were found dead in a small lake in Rovigo, Italy, leading authorities to open a murder investigation, though no suspects have been identified yet.

A mother and son have been charged with allegedly hacking an aid worker's bank account, stealing millions, and accumulating over Sh200,000 in credit card debt and loans.

A mother, identified as an ideologue of Portugal's Chega party, publicly opposed her son's homosexuality, describing it as a "disordered inclination," during a parliamentary debate on gender identity law, while her son protested outside.

A mother and one of her sons were arrested after assaulting a teacher and tearing off a piece of his ear, following an incident between another of her sons and the educator.

Ghazipur police have arrested a mother and son for allegedly killing the 19-year-old daughter. The duo reportedly acted out of anger over her relationship with a Hindu man.

Police have confirmed that one person was killed and seven others, including a mother and son, were abducted in separate bandit attacks in Sokoto and Kwara states.

A mother and son have been arrested for allegedly threatening a woman and defrauding her of gold and diamond jewellery.

A mother and son pair of orcas, Wikie and Keijo, are awaiting rehoming from a shut-down aquarium in France, with animal welfare groups and authorities debating the best course of action.