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Parenting

The Kid Whisperer: How to reteach kids about their place in the world

The Kid Whisperer: How to reteach kids about their place in the world

  • Scott Ervin, Tribune News Service

Dear Kid Whisperer, I am at a loss. I have a 10-year-old son who simply refuses to do what I tell him. I tell him to take out the trash, he refuses. I tell him to sit down for dinner, he refuses. I tell him to wear different clothes, he refuses. I feel like I need to do something, but I don’…

Social Security says these 2 baby names were most popular in 2025

Social Security says these 2 baby names were most popular in 2025

  • Jalen Williams USA Today

The most-registered baby name for boys and girls has remained unchanged for the seventh year in a row.

Most popular baby names for 2025 revealed by BabyCenter

Most popular baby names for 2025 revealed by BabyCenter

  • USA Today - Vertical

Discover the trending baby names for 2025. Olivia and Noah top the list, with new favorites like Eliana and Luca.

TikTok's Dr. Becky Kennedy gives advice to working moms

TikTok's Dr. Becky Kennedy gives advice to working moms

  • USA Today - Vertical

The clinical psychologist and viral TikTok creator sat down at the Mom 2.0 Summit in Austin, Texas to give advice on modern parenting.

The Kid Whisperer: How to give more attention to positive behaviors than negative ones in the classroom

The Kid Whisperer: How to give more attention to positive behaviors than negative ones in the classroom

  • Scott Ervin, Tribune News Service

Dear Kid Whisperer, I've heard you say in trainings that you should notice kids once every 90 seconds, and I do that. My question is: How much noticing is too much noticing? Does noticing kids this often train them to need constant noticing in order to continue using positive behaviors? Does…

Gamified math. Video read-alouds. Why parents are saying no to screens in class

Gamified math. Video read-alouds. Why parents are saying no to screens in class

  • Kate Sequeira Los Angeles Times

Frustration is simmering among parents who say their young children are spending too much classroom time online.

The Kid Whisperer: How to deal with sass-mouth

The Kid Whisperer: How to deal with sass-mouth

  • Scott Ervin, Tribune News Service

Dear Kid Whisperer, I'm dealing with a lot of sass and talking-back with my 13-year-old daughter. Her dad and I are divorced. She is a really sweet and intelligent kid, but her dad lets her behave this way at his house, so she thinks she can do it with me, as well. How do I get her back to b…

Gen Z is the loneliest generation. Here's what can help

Gen Z is the loneliest generation. Here's what can help

    We are more connected than ever before, but we also are lonelier than ever — especially younger generations who are even more likely to be on their devices.

    Social Media Is Rewiring American Teen Brains — New Study Reveals Alarming Structural Damage

    Social Media Is Rewiring American Teen Brains — New Study Reveals Alarming Structural Damage

      A landmark US neuroscience study has found that teenagers spending five or more hours daily on social media show measurable changes in the structure of their developing brains — specifically in the amygdala and prefrontal cortex, which govern emotional regulation and impulse control. The fin…

      Meta to start capturing employee mouse movements, keystrokes for AI training data

      Meta to start capturing employee mouse movements, keystrokes for AI training data

        Meta said the purpose was to improve the company's AI models in areas where they struggle to replicate how humans interact with computers.

        Most Americans Still Believe in the American Dream — But Optimism Isn’t Equal

        Most Americans Still Believe in the American Dream — But Optimism Isn’t Equal

          The American Dream is still alive for many — but who believes in it most may surprise you. A new survey found 58% of Americans say it’s still achievable, with Hispanic respondents and Gen Z showing the highest levels of optimism. The research, conducted by Talker Research and commissioned by…

          What does the way we treat our pets say about us? | The Ethical Life podcast

          What does the way we treat our pets say about us? | The Ethical Life podcast

            🎧 Hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada examine modern pet culture, from rising spending to emotional bonds and the ethical tensions between care, control and consistency.

            An AI bot is running a retail store. Is this the future?

            An AI bot is running a retail store. Is this the future?

              A new store in San Francisco has human employees, but they're not the ones making the decisions. An AI bot named Luna is the boss.

              Los Angeles Schools Move to Cap Classroom Screen Time

              Los Angeles Schools Move to Cap Classroom Screen Time

                Los Angeles Unified School District has approved a new policy to limit how much time students spend on screens during classroom activities, citing growing health and learning concerns.

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                Movies & Television

                Review: ‘Sheep Detectives’ unearth clues to good family entertainment

                Review: ‘Sheep Detectives’ unearth clues to good family entertainment

                'Strike Force Five' podcast returns, Colbert talks 'rising tide of emotion'

                'Strike Force Five' podcast returns, Colbert talks 'rising tide of emotion'

                Movies in a Minute: "The Sheep Detectives"

                Movies in a Minute: "The Sheep Detectives"

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                Independent films like ‘Neglected’ can open doors | Streamed & Screened podcast

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                Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                Contributor content. Reports have documented blind curves and damaged infrastructure on Route 52, supporting the need for safety improvements.

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                13 Birthday Gifts for the Cozy, Sentimental Cancer Zodiac Sign in Your Life

                Contributor content. Find the perfect birthday gift for the cancer zodiac sign in your life. 

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                Cryptocurrency Adoption in Business: Advantages and Challenges

                Cryptocurrency Adoption in Business: Advantages and Challenges

                Provided content. In this article we examine the types of businesses adopting cryptocurrencies, along with the advantages and disadvantages they face.

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                Powerhouse partnership: Big Auto Injury Attorneys, The Popok Firm and ‘Legal AF’ podcast by MeidasTouch Network unite for justice

                Content by Big Auto Injury Attorneys. Learn more about MeidasTouch Network’s “Legal AF” podcast's new partnership with Big Auto Injury Attorneys and The Popok Law Firm.

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