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A major new study reported by the Guardian finds that high screen usage in children is linked to poorer developmental outcomes. Researchers suggest the effect of elevated screen exposure could be as significant as parental behaviour and premature birth. The findings add weight to ongoing concerns among parents, educators and health experts about how much time children spend on phones, tablets and other devices.

A new CNN report examines a growing anxiety among parents: the fear that advanced artificial intelligence could pose an existential risk to humanity within their children's lifetimes. The piece reflects a broader public debate over whether rapid AI development should be slowed or regulated, as experts and families weigh potential benefits against worst-case scenarios.

A large global study has examined how screen time affects children's wellbeing, according to reporting carried by Yahoo News New Zealand. The findings address an ongoing debate among parents, educators and health researchers over how digital device use shapes children's mental and physical health. Details of the study's size, methodology and conclusions were not included in the available report.

A New Mexico jury has found Facebook liable for more than 43 million violations of the state's consumer protection law, with potential penalties for parent company Meta that could exceed $200 billion. The verdict stems from the state's lawsuit against the company, and commentators are highlighting the unprecedented scale of the potential fine and what it could mean for Meta's legal exposure.

A Norwegian science news report describes a study finding that children and teenagers aged 9 to 18 increasingly turn to AI assistants instead of Google for information and answers. Researchers say the shift is happening fast, but the effects on how young people learn, judge sources and handle misinformation are not yet known, prompting calls for closer attention from educators and parents.

A new study reports that about one in six children taking GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, developed nutritional deficiencies while on the drugs. The findings raise concerns that appetite suppression and reduced intake may leave some children short on key nutrients, prompting calls for closer monitoring of children prescribed these increasingly used weight-loss medications.

WhatsApp is giving parents greater control over their teenagers' accounts, according to Marketing-Interactive. The update is aimed at helping families manage how teens use the messaging app, with parents gaining new oversight tools. The announcement is drawing attention in India, where WhatsApp is one of the most widely used messaging platforms and online safety for young users is a growing public concern.

Professors say the race among parents to give their children an edge in school and life has intensified to a degree they have not seen before. The observation points to rising pressure around admissions, enrichment activities and achievement, with academics warning that intense competition may take a toll on both children and families.

A new essay argues that bans on teen social media use address the wrong problem. Rather than restricting access by age, the piece suggests the focus should be on the underlying design of online platforms and how they capture attention. The debate over age limits for minors online continues to divide policymakers, parents, and researchers worldwide.

A new opinion piece challenges the increasingly popular argument that smartphones and social media are the main cause of rising anxiety and unhappiness among teenagers. It questions whether the evidence linking phone use to teen mental health decline is as strong as claimed, reopening a debate that has shaped school phone bans and parenting advice worldwide.

A new study has connected the use of GLP-1 weight-loss and diabetes medications in children with nutritional deficiencies, according to Scripps News, which published an interactive report on the findings. The drugs, widely prescribed to minors amid rising childhood obesity rates, may leave young users short of key nutrients. The findings add to ongoing debate over the safety and supervision of GLP-1 treatment in pediatric patients.

The new Japanese drama 'Doubt -15 Years of Revenge-' (ダウト -15年目の復讐-) starts tonight, starring Nima Sawa with Daiki Sato co-starring. The story follows a brother and sister whose parents were killed by a serial murderer; fifteen years later, a new killing occurs. FANTASTICS' theme song 'Echoes' has been released alongside first-episode stills from Yomiuri TV.

The United States has announced a new visa restriction policy aimed at promptly resolving international parental child abduction cases. The measure, publicized by the U.S. Embassy in Chile, signals that visa privileges may be denied to individuals connected to unresolved abductions of children across borders. It reflects Washington's broader effort to press foreign governments and parents to comply with international custody obligations and return abducted children.

A new study suggests that exposure to a widely consumed food ingredient early in life may be linked to anxiety in adulthood, according to reports circulated by the New York Post. The findings are drawing attention from parents and health-conscious readers concerned about everyday additives and their long-term effects on mental health.

Several Peugeot models, including the 308, 3008, 408 and 5008, have been recalled, according to CarExpert. Meanwhile, Reuters reports that Stellantis, Peugeot's parent group, is working with Momenta and its Dongfeng joint venture in China to co-develop intelligent driving technology. Together the news puts the French brand in the spotlight for both a safety issue and its strategy in the fast-moving Chinese EV and software market.

New research is drawing attention to how different parenting profiles relate to children's behavioral and emotional problems. Science news outlets are covering the findings, which examine patterns in how parents interact with their children and the associations with child wellbeing. The study adds to an ongoing conversation about the role of parenting in childhood mental health and development.

A new Q&A examines how China and Canada outperform the United States in educating children from low-income families. The discussion, reported by NJ Spotlight News, explores what factors explain the gap and what lessons the U.S. school system might draw from those countries' approaches to supporting disadvantaged students.

Nick Cannon's new Netflix series details how he manages parenting his 12 children with six different women, laying out the day-to-day logistics of co-parenting across multiple households. The show offers an inside look at his unconventional family structure and has drawn attention to his widely discussed personal life and celebrity status.

Schools across California are starting the academic year under a new state law restricting student phone use on campus. Teachers and administrators are working out enforcement details, from storage rules to exceptions for emergencies. The change has drawn attention as parents and educators debate whether limiting phones will improve focus and reduce classroom distractions.

A new commentary asks what the word 'school' actually means in today's education landscape, pointing to how online learning, homeschooling, charter models and microschools have blurred traditional definitions. The piece argues that policy and funding debates still assume an outdated picture of schooling, and that educators, parents and lawmakers need to agree on what qualifies as a school before reforming it.

A new report from Kentucky's Council on Postsecondary Education finds that childcare barriers in the state are more than a workforce issue, pointing to wider challenges affecting families and communities. The findings highlight how limited access to affordable, quality childcare holds back parents from education and employment opportunities across Kentucky, prompting calls for broader policy responses.