Parents in Kentucky looking for answers after their kids were unexpectedly removed from Medicaid coverage
Kentucky families are grappling with concerns as some children have reportedly been dropped from Medicaid services. Among them is Trina Martin, whose nine-year-old daughter, Ellie, has Down syndrome. Ellie requires full-time care from her mother, alongside specialized support that is not covered by Martin’s primary insurance. In May 2024, Ellie was approved for a home […]
Kids thrive most when they are with their families.
Recently, there has been an attempt to frame the growing national movement aimed at reducing unnecessary family separations as a threat to child safety. However, the narrative being sold is not reflective of reality—it’s quite alarming. This fear drives systems that often end up harming the very children they claim to protect. The truth is, […]
The guide to life is lost forever — and your kids weren’t informed.
A colleague of mine shared a story about his grandfather. When he was younger, his family eagerly awaited the arrival of the Iceman—an actual person who brought blocks of ice for their icebox. This was as common as the Milkman or the Postman, a staple in their daily lives. This anecdote resonated with me—not just […]
The biggest issue with the damaged Rothko is that it adds to the discussion about banning kids from galleries.
Recently, I found myself reflecting on the consequences of a child’s actions, particularly after a toddler caused damage to a £42 million Mark Rothko painting. A small scratch at the bottom occurred during a moment when the artwork wasn’t being closely watched. It’s not catastrophic, but it does require taking it off display for restoration. […]
Kids consume more after watching only five minutes of junk food commercials, research shows.
Impact of Junk Food Ads on Children’s Caloric Intake A new study has revealed that kids tend to consume notably more calories after just a brief exposure to junk food advertisements. Children who were shown ads for foods high in saturated fat, sugar, and salt burned around 130 extra calories, which is roughly equivalent to […]
Bill Gates Aims to Donate Wealth, Blames Elon Musk for Hurting the Most Vulnerable Kids
Bill Gates has made controversial remarks suggesting that Elon Musk’s actions are detrimental to the world’s poorest children, particularly in relation to government spending cuts. In a recent statement, Gates accused Musk of being responsible for “killing the world’s poorest children” due to the dismantling of the US Agency for International Development (USAID). This assertion […]
Maher discusses doll conversation: Trump ‘failing in a made-up negotiation with kids’
Comedian Bill Maher used dolls during his show to illustrate the necessity for President Trump to moderate consumption as he deals with the uncertain economic landscape exacerbated by the ongoing trade war. “He’s fixated on how many dolls we have,” Maher remarked on an episode of “Real Time.” “He defended the tariffs related to dolls […]
Panelist States ‘Trans Kids Should Be Allowed to Play Sports’ in Last Appearance on Around the Horn
Kate Fagan, a former ESPN Around the Horn participant, used her last appearance on the show to advocate for allowing boys to compete in women’s sports. Fagan, who played basketball at the University of Colorado and worked for ESPN from 2012 to 2018, was named the winner of the episode on Thursday. As part of […]
Girl in Florida Sells Lemonade to Help Other Kids with Epilepsy, One Cup at a Time
A 9-year-old girl from Lakeland, Florida, is turning her physical disability into a way to help others. Diagnosed with epilepsy, Ava Thompson embodies the saying about turning lemons into lemonade, quite literally. Each day, she and her 6-year-old sister, Zoe, mix lemons, sugar, and water, adding what Ava describes as “the secret ingredient.” “You need […]
Kate Fagan uses her last ESPN appearance to advocate for ‘trans kids’
Kate Fagan, a former host at ESPN, made a poignant statement about diversity and inclusion during her last appearance on the network. Fagan, who has been involved in various ESPN radio shows and appeared as a guest on others, marked her departure during an episode of “Around the Horn.” The show, which first launched in […]