YOUTH

Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Exploring Spirituality in Kids and Teens from Vulnerable Families

What happens when we look at how kids and teens from tough backgrounds connect with spirituality and religion? A recent study took a close look at this, wanting to understand how these young people and their families deal with spirituality and religion when life isn't always easy. The study found t

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Staying Active: How Swiss Youth Sports Impact Long-Term Exercise

You know how important it is to stay active for your health and happiness, right? The problem is, like animals, humans tend to become less active as they age. This study looked into whether joining sports programs backed by Switzerland's Youth+Sports (Y+S) helps kids and teens keep up or even increa

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Nov 25 2024HEALTH

Unlocking Activity: Can More Sports Access Boost Kids' Health?

Physical activity among kids is a major concern these days. Many young people aren't getting enough exercise, and this lack of activity can lead to serious health issues down the line. So, is the solution to open up more sports opportunities for kids? Let's dive into this idea. First, let's talk ab

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Nov 17 2024HEALTH

Youth with HIV: How They Feel About CBT and Meds

Depression is a big deal for young people living with HIV. A study called IMPAACT 2002 found that cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and a special way of managing meds (MMA) worked better than just standard care to treat depression in these youth. But how did they feel about it? Between 2017 and 20

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Nov 17 2024BUSINESS

China Faces Job Market Pressure with Record College Graduates

Next year, China expects to see a record-breaking number of college graduates—a staggering 12. 22 million. That's more than the entire population of Ohio! This significant increase comes as the country tries to strengthen its economy, which has been shaky due to the pandemic. The job market in Chin

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Nov 16 2024SPORTS

NBA Star Pitches In for Boston Youth Sports

Boston is on a mission to improve youth sports, and it's not doing it alone. Tyrik Wilson, the city's Youth Sports Initiative Manager, knows that change happens when you work with existing programs that are already making a difference. That's where Michael Carter-Williams comes in. This NBA vet, who

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Nov 11 2024LIFESTYLE

Night Bike Trend Gone Wild in China

Thousands of college students in China started a sudden trend of nighttime bike rides. They rode 30 miles to Kaifeng, a city known for its history and soup dumplings. The government first liked it, thinking it would boost tourism. But when too many students joined in, causing traffic jams and leavin

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Nov 08 2024EDUCATION

Growing Patriots: Using Teen Media in 'Generation Z'

Ever wondered how kids today can grow up loving their country? Researchers are exploring new ways to teach patriotism to teenagers and the 'Generation Z' youth. One interesting approach is using media made by and for young people. This isn't just about teaching facts, but helping teens figure out wh

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Chile's Shifting Political Landscape: A Crisis in Representation

For many years, Chile has been known for its political stability. The country's political system is divided into two main coalitions. The center-left Concertation, which includes parties like the Socialist Party (PS), Christian Democratic Party (DC), and Party for Democracy (PPD), ruled from 1990 to

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Oct 29 2024SPORTS

Meet Caoimhe Bray: The Youngest WBBL Player with a Bright Future

Fifteen-year-old Caoimhe Bray just made history in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL)! Hailing from the picturesque Hunter Region in New South Wales, Caoimhe was born with a natural talent for sports. She started playing cricket at just eight years old and has been impressing everyone ever since. He

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