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Factbox-Lawsuits against Trump administration’s health policy changes
1+ hour, 6+ min ago (598+ words) Monday, March 16, 2026 at 3:22 PM March 16 (Reuters) " A federal judge on Monday blocked key parts of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.s effort to reshape U.S. vaccine policy, including a move to reduce the number of shots routinely "recommended for children. U.S. District…...
European Union Deadlocked on Child Safety Rules for Tech Giants
2+ hour, 6+ min ago (459+ words) Monday, March 16, 2026 at 4:06 PM European lawmakers and member countries couldn't reach agreement Monday on extending temporary regulations that govern how major tech companies like Google and Meta detect child sexual abuse content. The current voluntary system expires April 3rd, creating a…...
UK Teens Push Back Against Potential Social Media Ban Similar to Australia’s
14+ hour, 46+ min ago (923+ words) Monday, March 16, 2026 at 3:22 AM British teenagers are expressing opposition to a potential social media ban for under-16s, despite acknowledging the platforms' negative effects. While the UK government considers following Australia's lead, teens argue such restrictions would be difficult to enforce…...
Young People Volunteer Differently Than Past Generations, New Study Shows
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (1176+ words) Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 3:36 AM A recent survey reveals that 8 in 10 young Americans aged 12-25 participate in community service, but they prefer informal, everyday acts of helping rather than traditional volunteer programs. Nonprofits are adapting their approach to meet younger generations where…...
20% of Australian Teens Still Using TikTok, Snapchat Despite Social Media Ban
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (595+ words) Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 10:22 PM New data reveals that one in five Australian teenagers under 16 continue accessing TikTok and Snapchat two months after the country implemented its social media ban. The findings raise questions about how effectively platforms are enforcing age…...
Gen Z Ditches Screens for ‘Grandma Hobbies’ Like Needlepoint and Blacksmithing
1+ week, 16+ hour ago (1141+ words) Monday, March 9, 2026 at 1:37 AM Young adults are increasingly turning to traditional crafts like needlepoint, blacksmithing, and pottery as a way to escape digital overload and reduce stress. These so-called 'grandma hobbies' have become trendy on social media, with many millennials…...
Mental Health Experts Share Tips for Talking to Kids About War and Conflict
1+ week, 5+ day ago (627+ words) Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 2:36 PM Child development specialists emphasize the importance of having age-appropriate discussions with children about global conflicts and traumatic events. Experts say avoiding these conversations can leave kids feeling isolated and frightened, while open dialogue helps them process…...
Italian Church Choir Promotes Disability Inclusion Before Winter Paralympics
2+ week, 6+ day ago (609+ words) Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:31 AM A northern Italian choir performed at a Milan church to advocate for disability inclusion just before the Winter Paralympics. The Catholic Church is using the Olympic moment to spread Christian values of acceptance and community involvement....
Delaware Professor Urges Reality Check for Youth Livestock Programs
3+ week, 5+ day ago (699+ words) Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 12:00 AM A Delaware State University professor emeritus says 4-H and FFA programs need to teach young participants about real-world livestock economics. Dr. Rich Barczewski warns that inflated prices for show animals can give students unrealistic expectations about…...