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Kids' meltdowns mean an unintegrated brain, not bad character — 14hSiegel and Bryson argue that tantrums and defiance come from brain parts that have not yet linked up, so parents should build those links by connecting before they correct.

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Noah Kahan earns first Kids’ Choice nomination — 5dNoah Kahan earned a nomination for Favorite Male Breakout Artist/Group at the 2026 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards and joked that a decade of hard work had finally brought him within reach of getting slimed. The ceremony is scheduled for Nov. 14.

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Nara Smith defends having four children by 23 — 4dNara Smith, 25, said on Aspire she had four kids by 23—first at 19, fourth on her birthday—and that early motherhood was the best decision.

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UNICEF Halloween Drive Hits Nearly $200 Million From Kids — Oct 5, 2026Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF has raised nearly $200 million since 1950, when kids collected $17 in milk cartons for children recovering from World War II.

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Priya Raman My own children do the same drive each year and it teaches them early how to help others instead of just taking candy.

Five US Children's Museums Offer Hands-On LearningLifestyle — 3dFeatures highlight five children’s museums—in Phoenix, Ann Arbor, Lancaster, St. Louis and St. Paul—where interactive exhibits invite kids to learn through hands-on play. They portray the museums as engaging family destinations that can spark curiosity in adults as well as children.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Utah Plate Targets $3.8 Million School Lunch DebtPolitics — 2dUtah’s new “Feed Utah Kids” specialty license plate directs $30 from its purchase and each annual renewal to the Utah Lunch Debt Relief Foundation to pay students’ outstanding school meal balances. With statewide lunch debt estimated at $3.8 million, the foundation says about 75 plates could clear an average school’s debt, while 500 could fund debt relief for roughly seven schools each year.

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Iain Armitage Addresses ‘Difficult’ Set Claims — 5dIain Armitage says leading Young Sheldon as a child was a major undertaking and that he did his best, while acknowledging that kids are not perfect. Co-star Annie Potts said he could sometimes be difficult but stressed the pressure of the role, and Wallace Shawn recalled that he matured considerably over the show’s run.

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How to pray with your kids at bedtimeLifestyle — Sep 27, 2026For parents seeking a simple nightly habit that helps kids feel secure and connected.

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Chris Dalton My family always did bedtime prayers growing up so this feels like a good way to keep the habit going with my own kids.

Texas AG Paxton Investigates Hanes and Fruit of the Loom Over Possible Toxic Chemicals — Oct 6, 2026Texas AG Paxton issued civil demands to Hanes and Fruit of the Loom over possible toxic chemicals in kids' clothing; EJF finds 92.8% of textile plastic chemicals pose high health risk. No product tests cited.

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Kid Rock Releases Single, Plans First Christian Album — Oct 1, 2026Kid Rock released “James 1:17 (Jesus Is King)” as the lead single from his first Christian album, “Halfway 2 Jesus,” which is slated for Oct. 17. He says the project grew out of his faith journey and the success of his faith-focused cover of “‘Til You Can’t”; the album is set to blend rock, country and hip-hop, with guest appearances including Eminem.

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Duluth Schedules Haunted Freighter Tours and Family Halloween EventsLifestyle — 6dDuluth’s Halloween season includes a haunted-ship tour aboard the Irvin, a kid-friendly monster-art event at the Children’s Museum, and All Souls Night, an inclusive ceremony honoring loved ones who have died. Separately, Minneapolis’ Great Northern festival will mark its 10th anniversary in January 2027 with a riverfront location, sauna village, skating rink, ice bar and winter activities.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Tennessee bans history books so kids can focus on making it with AR-15s — Sep 25, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Left today.

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Study links home vaping, smoking to kids’ asthma — Oct 2, 2026Studies link household tobacco-smoke exposure with higher prevalence of childhood stunting in sub-Saharan Africa, while research on children with asthma found that household vaping was associated with more flare-ups and symptoms. Exposure to both vaping and combustible tobacco showed the strongest links to poor asthma control, challenging the idea that secondhand vapor is harmless to children.

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Priya Raman Both habits together causing the worst flare ups shows secondhand vapor is not harmless after all.

Taylor Frankie Paul Says She Is Stepping Away From ‘Mormon Wives’ Over Cast Bullying — Sep 21, 2026On September 21, 2026, Taylor Frankie Paul said she is stepping away from Hulu's Mormon Wives, writing that castmates laughing about her kids is disgusting and she is relieved to be out.

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Tom Gallagher Stepping away makes sense if the bullying got that personal, no one should put up with that on TV.

Sunny Hostin Says Her Kids Faced Racism and Bullying at Private Schools — Sep 21, 2026Sunny Hostin revealed to viewers "The View" that her children faced racism while attending "predominantly White" private schools. Hostin, a co-host of the show, brought up the top… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Marcus Bell Private schools claim diversity but clearly fail to protect minority kids from daily bias and exclusion.

Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Albanese seeks tech support for child safety and AI rules — Sep 20, 2026Albanese met Apple's Tim Cook and said Australia can't protect kids online alone; duty-of-care laws advance as under-16s still use Instagram and TikTok despite a 2025 ban.

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Nicole Hardy Tech firms owe a duty of care on AI too, otherwise rushed systems will create problems no one can fix later.

Have I Got News For You Plans ReturnLifestyle — Sep 17, 2026Have I Got News For You kicks off a new series with Richard Ayoade, while the BBC marks 51 years of Fawlty Towers’s iconic status and legacy. Meanwhile, ahead of the holidays, Amazon's toy list predicts top kid picks, and release highlights spotlight Beabadoobee, Carly Rae Jepsen, and Echo & the Bunnymen across new albums.

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Back-to-School Food Guides Span Meals, Sick DaysLifestyle — Sep 21, 2026Across five pieces, the focus is on practical, kid-friendly meals for busy school weeks and chilly days—ranging from quick, make-ahead snacks and simple homemade yogurts to slow-cooker dinners, comforting soups, and nostalgic sick-day classics that ease the daily dinner crunch. The articles emphasize cost-conscious, adaptable options that can feed varied appetites while keeping prep minimal and ingredients approachable.

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Kidnappers Sentenced in Missouri, Alabama CasesWorld — Oct 5, 2026Amarion Dewayne Jackson, 20, was sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison for kidnapping a Tuscaloosa man at gunpoint over another person’s unpaid drug debt. The victim was recovered unharmed, and Jackson’s co-defendant, Korbyn Markeith Williams, is scheduled for sentencing in January 2027.

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Goose Creek Man Arrested in Tinder-Date Kidnapping, ChaseWorld — 1dMichael Voorhees, 26, of Goose Creek faces kidnapping charges after a Tinder date; he fled in her car and crashed into a sheriff's cruiser near the Ashley River Memorial Bridge.

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Man Sentenced to 82 Months for Casino Kidnapping AttemptWorld — 5dJoseph Parisien was sentenced to 82 months in federal prison for attempting to kidnap and assault his partner at Spokane Tribe Casino in 2024, including a consecutive year for violating supervised release. He will serve three years of supervised release after prison.

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Reported Cartel Kidnap Plot Targets Texas AgentsWorld — Oct 6, 2026U.S. authorities are investigating an intelligence alert that a smuggler may bring people from Colombia and Venezuela to target and kidnap Customs and Border Protection personnel near El Paso and Presidio, Texas. CBP says it is vetting the threat and protecting its personnel, but has not confirmed an active plot or disclosed security measures.

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Missing Yuba City Teen Rescued From Burning CrashWorld — 6dA missing 17-year-old from Yuba City was rescued with minor to moderate injuries after the Texas man she had been communicating with allegedly fled police and drove their car off a cliff near Bakersfield; the vehicle caught fire, and officers rescued both occupants. Cameron Childers was arrested and faces kidnapping and other charges, while authorities say he also had pending Texas charges involving child sexual abuse material; the allegations have not been proven in court.

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Suspect in Pregnant Woman’s Killing Arrested in TennesseeWorld — Oct 6, 2026A Tennessee man was arrested in connection with the killing of April Barlow Celio, 41, who was found dead in her Kentucky home with her unborn child missing; investigators later recovered what they believe were fetal remains. DeMarcus Kenneth Johnson-Wright faces murder, robbery, kidnapping and evidence-tampering charges, though authorities have not publicly disclosed the motive or details of the case.

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