A young man from Somerville found himself in big trouble after an incident at Boston's Museum of Science. The 24-year-old, Yandri Hernandez, was accused of attacking a teenage girl in the museum's bathroom. This happened on a Sunday when the girl, just 15, was visiting with a friend. Hernandez was
You've probably heard about how tough it is to be a teenager. But these days, it's even harder. A big reason? The digital world. Social media, constant messages, and endless expectations are taking a toll on teens' mental health. A new study found that more than a quarter of American teens are burnt
In the heart of the United States, Payson School students are taking on a big challenge: teen mental health. They're not alone in this mission, as schools across the country are joining the effort. From Alabama to Wyoming, and even in places like Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, students are s
In Detroit, a 17-year-old has been charged with the brutal murder of a 64-year-old gay man. The teenager, Ahmed Al-Alikhan, will be tried as an adult due to the severe nature of the crime. The incident occurred on September 24, when Al-Alikhan allegedly met Howard Brisendine through a dating app, ta
TikTok, with its never-ending stream of videos and constant notifications, has states and Washington D.C. worried. They've teamed up to sue the app, highlighting features such as infinite scrolling and push notifications that might cause issues like anxiety and depression in young users. But the con
Something's brewing in the Southwest Gulf of Mexico. Meteorologists are keeping a close eye on a new tropical depression that formed early Saturday morning. They're calling it Tropical Depression Fourteen for now, but it's expected to strengthen and could become a hurricane by midweek. The forecast
PlayStation fans, rejoice! Sony's latest State of Play showcase has dropped, packed with over 20 upcoming PS5 and PS VR2 games from studios around the world. Clocking in at just 30 minutes, this event is a quick-paced highlight reel, but don't worry if you miss something - we've got you covered. Fro
The world of social media has long been a subject of debate when it comes to its impact on young people's mental health. Recently, Instagram announced a new feature, Teen Accounts, aimed at addressing the harm social media can cause to teenagers. The feature includes private accounts for kids under
In the small town of Reed City, law enforcement is always on the move. From responding to calls about misbehaving teenagers to investigating potential crimes, the Reed City Police Department is dedicated to keeping the community safe. In the past week, officers had their hands full with a variety of
In a bid to provide a safer online experience for teenagers, Instagram has announced a slew of new measures aimed at preventing underage users from accessing its adult-only features. The social media giant has announced that it will automatically convert teens into private accounts, complete with st
