Tag: Children

China's population falls for a third straight year, posing challenges for its government and economy

TAIPEI, Taiwan -- China's population fell last year for the third straight year, its government said Friday, pointing to further demographic challenges for...

Trial starts for West Virginia couple accused of subjecting their 5 children to forced labor

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A witness broke down in tears as she described children carrying heavy objects on hilly terrain at the home...

Returning to the office can disrupt life. Here are some tips to navigate the changes

NEW YORK -- Jason LaCroix felt privileged to work from home, especially as a father to two young children. He needed flexibility when...

New Jersey toxic waste dumping caused $1B in harm, group says

TOMS RIVER, N.J. -- Years of toxic waste dumping in a Jersey Shore community where childhood cancer rates rose caused at least $1...

Insider Q&A: High hopes for Australia social media ban and channeling parental 'fury' over tech

Julie Scelfo started MAMA — Mothers Against Media Addiction — earlier this year to help parents fight back against the harms of social...

As schools cut back on bus service, parents are turning to rideshare apps

CHICAGO -- Ismael El-Amin was driving his daughter to school when a chance encounter gave him an idea for a new way to...