Melania Trump opened a two‑day summit on Tuesday, inviting leaders from more than 40 countries to talk about better ways for children to learn and use technology. She used the event as a launchpad for her “Fostering the Future Together” program, which she first announced last year at the U. N. Gener
Scientists have found that a group of man‑made chemicals, called PFAS, can lower bone strength in children. PFAS are used in many everyday items such as non‑stick pans, waterproof clothing and food packaging. They do not break down easily, so they stay in the air, dust, soil and even in about half o
The United Nations reports that the number of Afghan children suffering from severe malnutrition will rise sharply in 2026. Aid to the country has dropped significantly since 2021, after foreign troops left and the Taliban took control. Natural disasters such as earthquakes have worsened food shor
A visit to the Children’s Museum in La Habra lets kids explore a world of hands‑on play. The space is 10, 000 square feet and split into seven themed rooms where almost every item can be touched. The museum opened in 1977 inside a former train depot built in 1923. It targets children from t
Plano Library is set to host an interactive STEM workshop, brought to you by Aurora’s SciTech Museum. This event is all about exploring the science behind flight. Kids will get to design and test their own paper helicopters in a wind tunnel. It's a fun way to see how things fly and how they can be i
Kids' eating habits are shaped by many things. These include where they live, how they feel, and what's around them. A recent study looked at how these factors affect eating behaviors in school kids in Bangladesh. The study focused on three main areas. First, it looked at emotional eating. This is
The recent lawsuits against tech giants like YouTube and Instagram highlight a growing concern: the impact of social media on children. At the heart of these legal battles is the claim that these platforms are designed to be addictive. Over 2, 500 lawsuits are pending, aiming to hold these companies
Children in Karaganda, a city in Kazakhstan, spend a lot of time on social media platforms like YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. The videos they watch often contain food ads that try to make snacks look tasty and fun. A new study looked at how these kids feel about those ads and how often they s
Kids today spend a lot of time in front of screens. This isn't just a casual observation; it's a concern backed by research. A recent study looked into how much time children aged 4 to 11 spend on screens and how their parents' internet habits might influence them. The study found that both kids an
Puppets have been around for ages. They are not just for fun. They can also teach kids important stuff. Like how to take care of their teeth. This is not a new idea. But it is getting more popular. People are using puppets to talk about dental health. They make learning fun. Kids pay attention. They
