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Michigan mom arrested for leaving kids in 'absolute squalor' for years
A Michigan mom was arrested for leaving her three young children to fend for themselves in “absolute squalor” and with little interaction with the outside world over the course of several years.
“Throughout my extensive career in this field, I have never encountered a scenario as dire and prolonged as this one, involving abandonment, ...Read more
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California bill aims to ban the sale of potent antiaging products to shoppers under 18
Calling the trend of children buying antiaging skin care "ridiculous and a paradox," a state legislator has introduced a bill that would ban the sale of such beauty products to customers under the age of 18.
The recent obsession among so-called Sephora Kids for skin care containing potent chemicals has alarmed parents and dermatologists, who ...Read more
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Ex-etiquette: Cycle of violence
Q. How do you tell someone who you have been terrible to that you want them back? Can you say you're sorry enough when you have hurt them so badly, they tell you they never want to talk to you again? My temper got the best of me during an argument, and I pushed my fiancee to the floor. She got up and walked out the door. I want to tell her I'm ...Read more
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Lori Borgman: Beginners hit sour notes on way to perfection
Parents and grandparents sometimes debate which musical instrument is the most painful in the hands of a beginner.
Our nomination for first place is the violin, with drums coming in a distant second. Sure, drums can rattle the windows, but only a violin can peel paint from the walls.
The xylophone, also under our roof years ago, was the ...Read more
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Mom left 3 kids alone in filthy house for years with little contact, Michigan cops say
A welfare check led Michigan deputies to a filthy home where three children had been living for several years without outside contact, education or basic hygiene, authorities said.
The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office reported Feb. 16 that the children’s mother, 34, who was not identified to protect the identity of her children, had been ...Read more
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Julianne Moore's children's book 'Freckleface Strawberry' included on Trump's ban list
Oscar-winning actress Julianne Moore said Sunday it was “a great shock” that her 2007 children’s book “Freckleface Strawberry” wound up among those banned by the Trump administration while under “compliance review” at schools run by the U.S. Department of Defense.
In a post on Instagram, the stymied star wrote her book “is a ...Read more
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A doctor’s fight for survival in 1657
Roberto Palumbo’s immersive and haunting journey into "1657 The Year of the Plague" showcases the depths of human suffering and the resilience of mankind during one of Europe’s darkest chapters in history. Set in Genoa, this historical novel offers a staunch look at a city gripped by fear, despair, and the unrelenting force of death. At its ...Read more
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Cancer rates for young women far outpace young men, research finds
Incidences for many common types of cancer have risen in recent years, with young women experiencing the brunt of the shift.
According to research from the American Cancer Society, the incidence rate of cancer for women under 50 has increased from 51% higher than men in 2002 to 82% higher than men in 2021, the last year this information was ...Read more
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Exploring life and faith as you’ve never seen before
As life would have it, even those successful and satisfied in our current world tend to worry obsessively about the next.
We’re talking about the fear of death — that journey into the unknown. One common antidote is to joke about it. Take the perpetual death-worrier, Woody Allen, whose character Boris from his movie "Love and Death" returns...Read more
Want your children to eat right as adults? Get them into the kitchen early
PITTSBURGH — Any parent who's gone through a "I don't like that" phase knows that kids can be notoriously picky eaters, often because they're more sensitive to smells, texture and taste.
Children also can be afraid to try unfamiliar foods, which is why many experts advise teaching kids about where food comes from and how it's prepared from a ...Read more
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Debra-Lynn B. Hook: Trying to stand upright in lopsided times
I surveyed my friends recently to find out what they’re doing to stay sane.
“Screaming into a paper bag,” said a friend who lives near Capitol Hill in Washington.
“Staying away from the news,” said another friend.
“Who said I’m sane?” said another.
As a massive reassembling of the U.S. government by President Donald Trump ...Read more
Success Does Not Require Perfection
Q: It seems like whenever I try to make some improvement in my life, like developing a good habit or learning a new skill, I fall short of my goals. I seldom make as much progress as I hope, and it's very discouraging. Do you have any advice?
Jim: I'd say that one of the greatest barriers to success is an "all or nothing" attitude. That's when ...Read more
Parents, Overstressed and Overburdened, Need Help
One day, when I was a new mother, I was offered a choice.
I had a premature newborn, one who seemed to spit up every drop of milk he drank and who was incapable of sleeping anywhere other than in someone's arms.
Getting enough nutrition into his tiny stomach so that he could meet his growth goals had become not just my job but a mission. I ...Read more
Making It Legal for Kids to Frolic
Kids have the right to some independence, and parents have the right to give it to them -- without getting investigated for neglect!
That's why I'm thrilled that legislators in five states are hoping to pass "Reasonable Childhood Independence" laws this year. And another five states may follow suit.
Bipartisan sponsors, who often disagree on...Read more
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Family guide to new movie releases
'PADDINGTON IN PERU'
Rated PG for action, mild rude humor and some thematic elements.
What it’s about: The third Paddington movie sees the beloved British bear reconnecting with his roots in Peru.
The kid attractor factor: The familiar character and family-friendly adventure.
Good lessons/bad lessons: It doesn't matter where you're from, ...Read more
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Lori Borgman: I came, I saw, I took a selfie
True confession, and this is embarrassing considering the times we live in, but I can't take good selfies.
There, I said it. That's a load off.
I think it's because I'm short and short people have short arms and long people have long arms. You need long arms for good selfies. Good skin without age-defining wrinkles helps, too.
It is always a ...Read more
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How to talk to your kids about social media misinformation
After Meta, the parent company behind Facebook and Instagram, announced it would be shifting its fact-checking mechanisms to a crowdsourcing approach, parents’ fears about how social media is shaping their children’s minds have likely grown.
A 2023 poll conducted by C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital at the University of Michigan found that 67...Read more
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Jewish couple’s daring escape from Berlin unfolds in unforgettable historical thriller
A German Jewish couple must use every ounce of their strength and wiles to survive under the nose of the Nazis in this harrowing story based on the lives of Hans and Anna Bracher in "Untertauchen" by Arthur M. James.
"Untertauchen" (“to go underground”) is the impeccably researched tribute to Hans and Anna Bracher, as well as their family ...Read more
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Find hope, beauty, and connection in 'Soul Flowers'
With the new year comes a new sense of hope. I can think of no better time to embrace the beauty of poetry, especially in works such as Cynthia Schumacher’s seventh collection, "Soul Flowers."
In this timeless collection, Schumacher explores with gifted verse those universal human emotions and experiences that unite us. Her poetry encourages ...Read more
Love Needs To Be Renewed Every Day
Q: My wife and I have been married for about four years. We're both a bit concerned that our relationship is already starting to seem a little stale. Is that normal? What can we do about it?
Jim: I get it. When Jean and I first started dating, she lived in Orange County and I lived in San Diego. During those courting days I was willing to go ...Read more
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- California bill aims to ban the sale of potent antiaging products to shoppers under 18
- Mom left 3 kids alone in filthy house for years with little contact, Michigan cops say
- Michigan mom arrested for leaving kids in 'absolute squalor' for years
- Julianne Moore's children's book 'Freckleface Strawberry' included on Trump's ban list
- Family guide to new movie releases