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Parenting

How to avoid power struggles with potty-training

How to avoid power struggles with potty-training

  • Scott Ervin, Tribune News Service

Dear Kid Whisperer, My 4-year-old is not yet potty-trained, and because of this, I can't send him to preschool. He has no medical or physical issues, and he completely understands how to use the toilet, but he just doesn't WANT to. He's very strong-willed. I’ve tried every kind of convincing…

Asian surnames have been the fastest-growing in the US, according to Census Bureau report

Asian surnames have been the fastest-growing in the US, according to Census Bureau report

  • MIKE SCHNEIDER Associated Press

The most popular last names in the U.S. might be unchanged from the previous decade, but Asian surnames were the fastest-growing at the start of 2020s. 

The Kid Whisperer: How to start behavioral leadership mid-year in your classroom

The Kid Whisperer: How to start behavioral leadership mid-year in your classroom

  • Scott Ervin, Tribune News Service

Dear Kid Whisperer, Another teacher at my school recently loaned me a copy of "The Classroom Behavior Manual." Wow! I just read through the entire book yesterday! This book is speaking directly about my school's student population. I teach at the middle school in our city with the lowest soc…

Popular Baby Names Inspired by Places Parents Love

Popular Baby Names Inspired by Places Parents Love

  • ZMG - Buzz60

These baby names are popular because of their location. Buzz60’s Keri Lumm reports.

The Kid Whisperer: How to be the bus driver you want to be

The Kid Whisperer: How to be the bus driver you want to be

  • Scott Ervin, Tribune News Service

Dear Kid Whisperer, I am not considered an official educator, but I do have time with my kids every day before school. I am a bus driver, and I believe I have a big impact on my kids. As they say, "I am the first face they see in the morning." I have, at most, one hour of time each morning w…

Advocacy groups urge YouTube to protect kids from 'AI slop' videos

Advocacy groups urge YouTube to protect kids from 'AI slop' videos

  • KAITLYN HUAMANI AP Technology Writer

Advocacy groups and experts have slammed YouTube for serving up low-quality artificial intelligence-generated videos to its most vulnerable audience: children.

The Kid Whisperer: Parents: You cannot make your kids happy

The Kid Whisperer: Parents: You cannot make your kids happy

  • Scott Ervin, Tribune News Service

Hey. Psst. Hey. You. Hey, you, the one reading this. Yeah, you. I lured you into this column because if I had called this “How to make your kids happy,” it would have attracted all of the wrong people (people who think that they can make their kids happy). This column is not for them. It’s f…

AI is giving bad advice to flatter its users, new study says

AI is giving bad advice to flatter its users, new study says

    Artificial intelligence chatbots are so prone to flattering and validating their human users that they are giving bad advice that can damage relationships and reinforce harmful behaviors.

    Parents see hope in rulings that social media providers failed to protect young users

    Parents see hope in rulings that social media providers failed to protect young users

       The verdicts illustrate a growing shift in public perception of social media companies and their responsibilities for keeping young people safe on their platforms.

      Parents demand reforms after verdict in social media addiction trial

      Parents demand reforms after verdict in social media addiction trial

        A jury has found Meta and YouTube liable in a first-of-its-kind lawsuit that aimed to hold social media platforms responsible for harm to children using their services. (AP Video: Eugene Garcia)

        Jury finds Instagram and YouTube liable in landmark social media addiction trial

        Jury finds Instagram and YouTube liable in landmark social media addiction trial

          A jury found both Meta and YouTube liable in a first-of-its-kind lawsuit that aimed to hold social media platforms responsible for harm to children using their services.

          Meta Ordered To Pay $375M Over Child Exploitation Violations

          Meta Ordered To Pay $375M Over Child Exploitation Violations

            ​​A US jury has ordered Meta to pay $375 million in penalties for misleading users about safety and enabling harm, including child exploitation. The case was brought by New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez. It marks the first trial to hold Meta liable for misconduct linked to its social m…

            Unexpected Ways AI Can Make Your Life Easier.

            Unexpected Ways AI Can Make Your Life Easier.

              Most people think that artificial intelligence is just for homework help or writing emails, but it can be used for far more than that. AI can act as a personal assistant. Struggling to make decisions? It can weigh the pros and cons in seconds. It also works as a creativity booster. From gene…

              New Mexico jury says Meta harms children's mental health and safety, violating state law

              New Mexico jury says Meta harms children's mental health and safety, violating state law

                Jurors sided with state prosecutors who argued that Meta — which owns Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp — prioritized profits over safety.

                Movies

                What to Stream: Charlize Theron, Kehlani, Kate Hudson and Lainey Wilson

                What to Stream: Charlize Theron, Kehlani, Kate Hudson and Lainey Wilson

                Cameras in courtrooms stir debate from baby Lindbergh kidnapping to Charlie Kirk's killing

                Cameras in courtrooms stir debate from baby Lindbergh kidnapping to Charlie Kirk's killing

                Lainey Wilson screens new Netflix documentary in Nashville

                Lainey Wilson screens new Netflix documentary in Nashville

                Review: ‘Testaments’ moves more fluidly than ‘Handmaid’s Tale’

                Review: ‘Testaments’ moves more fluidly than ‘Handmaid’s Tale’

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                8 ways a mammogram can help you lead a better, healthier life

                8 ways a mammogram can help you lead a better, healthier life

                Content by Shenandoah Medical Center. Find out how a mammogram can help empower you to take charge of your health, confidence and future.

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                The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

                The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

                Content by Ballard's Resort. Read the tale of amateur angler Doobie Flathers, one of the most prolific walleye fishermen of his time.

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                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                Get Healthy. If you’re feeling mentally or emotionally worn down, a forest bath may be just the ticket to clear and cleanse your mind and spirit. Here are a few tips on how to make the most of the experience.

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                What is best solution for unwanted hair in sensitive places?

                What is best solution for unwanted hair in sensitive places?

                Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.

                Shopping

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31 (UI Athletics)

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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