5+ day, 6+ hour ago   (652+ words) From gambling and pawning possessions to taking out loans, a new survey uncovered the extreme lengths parents go to afford back-to-school supplies. The survey of 2,000 parents of school-aged children revealed that nearly one in 10 (8%) have gambled in order to have…...

6+ day, 5+ hour ago   (286+ words) Riley, Buster and Flo are the new security helpers at Waterloo train station in the United Kingdom. (SWR / NR Wessex via SWNS) London's Waterloo has become the first major station in Britain to put dogs on regular security patrols. Canine…...

6+ day, 9+ hour ago   (552+ words) Kids got to sample a kale salad with local produce and other food from the Greater Johnstown School District's food services on Thursday at the opening of the district Family Resource Center. Snarg, an iReady Math character played by Colin…...

6+ day, 23+ hour ago   (489+ words) The parents in Glenville have concerns. The parents in Glens Falls almost had a tragedy. In both school districts, parents were worried about the prospect of their young children wandering off school property and into danger. In Glenville, parents new…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (573+ words) The start of a new school year brings excitement and opportunity for children, but for divorced or separated parents, it can also create new challenges. Without a clear understanding of each parent’s responsibilities and rights, minor misunderstandings can quickly escalate…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (313+ words) Nearly two-thirds of Americans believe children under the age of 16 should not be allowed on social media, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 Americans revealed that 62% of respondents agreed that kids 15 and under should be barred from creating social…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (331+ words) Rescue dogs are gently introduced to a H145 recue helicopeter at Donauwörth, the German headquarters of Airbus Helicopters. (Cara Irina Wagner / Airbus via SWNS) Life-saving sniffer dogs are seen overcoming their fear of rescue helicopters during vital training. Aircraft manufacturer Airbus…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (1008+ words) “Parents are spending two hours and six minutes every day – 40 minutes longer than the average UK adult – using their phones unintentionally,” observes Dana Haidan, chief sustainability officer at Virgin Media O2. (Nomadsoul1/Dreamstime/TNS) LONDON — Many parents are worried about how much…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago   (550+ words) A college tutor has been crowned the UK's fastest bricklayer after laying an incredible 859 bricks - in just one hour. Dale Wherton set a new British and European record when he won the "superbowl of bricklaying" - AKA the "Super Trowel". Amazing…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (557+ words) Travelers counting on a cheaper vacation this fall may be in for a surprise. Shoulder season has traditionally brought lower prices, but some of those bargains are getting harder to find this year. Waiting until fall doesn't guarantee a bargain…...