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indystar.com > story > news > investigations > 02/16/2026 > child-labor-reporting-eliminated-in-indiana > 88662107007

Lawmakers could scrap child labor reporting in Indiana

2+ hour, 1+ min ago  (91+ words) Lawmakers could scrap child labor reporting in Indiana'IndyStar Lawmakers could scrap child labor reporting in Indiana Indiana lawmakers are once again moving to weaken state child labor laws. Recent changes to House Bill 1302 would do away with the Indiana Department…...

Indianapolis Star
indystar.com > story > opinion > columnists > 02/09/2026 > online-safety-parents-big-tech-hailey-buzbee > 88550279007

It's trillion-dollar tech vs. parents. The fight isn't fair. | Opinion

1+ week, 7+ hour ago  (594+ words) I am a parent of two young children. Like many families, I live with a quiet fear that has become part of daily life. We are raising our kids in a digital world that did not exist when we were…...

indystar.com
indystar.com > story > opinion > columnists > 02/05/2026 > gen-z-trade-schools-cost-vocational-college-debt > 88384112007

Gen Z is betting on trade schools. At what cost? | Opinion

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (106+ words) They're trading lifetime earnings for speed and less debt. I talked to students betting everything on two-week certifications. Gen Z is betting on trade schools. At what cost? | Opinion I asked vocational students why they're skipping college. They want speed,…...

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indystar.com > press-release > story > 23804 > hibff-announces-launch-of-v2-0-ai-companionship-platform-with-integrated-ethical-safety-architecture

HiBFF Announces Launch of V2.0 AI Companionship Platform with Integrated Ethical Safety Architecture

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (361+ words) HiBFF announced the deployment of HiBFF V2.0, an artificial intelligence companionship platform developed to address escalating safety concerns CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ " The release follows an extensive multi-year pilot phase (V1) focused on analyzing user-AI interactions and developing preventative safety…...

IndyStar
indystar.com > story > news > politics > 01/15/2026 > indiana-lawmakers-expect-legal-fight-over-effort-to-restrict-kids-social-media-access > 88088458007

Indiana lawmakers expect legal fight over effort to restrict kids' social media access

1+ mon, 1+ day ago  (859+ words) A progressing bill restricting kids' access to social media has the support of influential Republican leaders who say it's necessary to protect children from predatory social media companies. However, the trendy piece of legislation, if enacted, will likely land the…...

Louisville Courier Journal
indystar.com > story > life > wellness > 01/12/2026 > what-is-forest-bathing-and-is-shinrin-yoku-scientifically-proven > 88047669007

What is forest bathing and is it scientifically proven? What to know

1+ mon, 4+ day ago  (354+ words) Imagine you've been stuck inside all day'with no opportunity to walk outside.'When you finally'do'leave the office or school or wherever you've been cooped up for hours, think how much better you feel when that first blast of outside air…...

IndyStar
indystar.com > press-release > story > 19568 > expats-want-language-learning-they-can-use-today-not-someday-new-lingoda-research-finds

Expats Want Language Learning They Can Use Today, Not Someday, New Lingoda Research Finds

1+ mon, 6+ day ago  (515+ words) Search behaviour shows learners prioritise real-life language for work, bureaucracy, and daily conversations over textbook grammar as 2026 resolutions take off. BERLIN, GERMANY, January 7, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ " As millions of expats around the world set New Year's resolutions to finally learn the…...

IndyStar
indystar.com > story > opinion > 01/07/2026 > indiana-bill-free-range-parenting-hb-1035 > 88034003007

Our childhoods were awesome. Let's legalize kids playing outside. | Opinion

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (133+ words) Our childhoods were awesome. Let's legalize kids playing outside. | Opinion'IndyStar Our childhoods were awesome. Let's legalize kids playing outside. | Opinion We loved our free-range childhoods. Now we're fighting to make sure Hoosier parents won't get arrested for giving their kids…...

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indystar.com > press-release > story > 18458 > anaheim-dental-practice-delivers-modern-education-focused-care-for-patients-of-all-ages

Anaheim Dental Practice Delivers Modern, Education-Focused Care for Patients of All Ages

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (766+ words) ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, January 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ " Many families want dental care that feels clear, calm, and supportive at every visit. A modern dental and orthodontic practice in Anaheim continues to serve the community by combining advanced technology with a…...

Indianapolis Star
indystar.com > story > news > local > 12/28/2025 > season-for-sharing-bosma-offiers-blind-high-schoolers-with-internship > 87445165007

Bosma helps young visually impaired adults build confidence and skills

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (565+ words) For many students and young adults who are either blind or visually impaired, the idea of finding a job after graduating high school can be a stressful endeavor, as opportunities are relatively low compared to their non-disabled peers. This is…...