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Whistleblowers accuse Meta of suppressing child safety concerns

There are troubling new allegations surrounding Meta and whether it is protecting children on its platforms. A pair of whistleblowers outlined details on Capitol Hill, accusing the social media giant of suppressing safety information.

CBS News

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Behind the steep decline in young mothers leaving the workforce

For six years, Mackenzie Bruegge worked in medical billing. But with two young children at home, she says the math just didn't add up. Her decision to quit reflects a national trend.

CBS America

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ChatGPT to get parental controls after teen's death

American artificial intelligence firm OpenAI said it would add parental controls to its chatbot ChatGPT, a week after an American couple said the system encouraged their teenaged son to kill himself.

France 24

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Tips to make a smooth transition to your hectic fall schedule

The transition from a summer schedule to the hectic fall frenzy can be challenging. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has tips on how to make it easier for everyone.

CBS America

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Petition to make access to abortion easier in Europe

With over 1 million signatures, the European citizens' initiative "My Voice, My Choice" submitted its request to the European Commission on Monday to set up a funding mechanism to make abortion more accessible.

Euronews

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Nigeria's search for the missing

More than 82,000 people are registered missing across Africa, with Nigeria accounting for the most cases. In Maiduguri, Borno state, families continue to hope for the return of loved ones who have disappeared or been kidnapped.

DW News

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How can caning in Ugandan schools be stopped?

Though banned by law, studies show that nearly 70 percent of Ugandan students have been caned. Many cases go unreported, sometimes even encouraged by parents. How can that hidden circle of trauma be broken?

DW News

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Breaking down the demographic cliff facing the U.S.

America is heading toward a demographic cliff. The U.S. birthrate has trended downward since 2007 to a now-historic low. Business Insider contributing writer Kelli Maria Korducki joins to discuss her new reporting on the topic.

CBS America

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Aid cuts force Rohingya school closures, put children at risk

Nearly half a million Rohingya children living in refugee camps in southern Bangladesh are now out of school. With education opportunities shrinking, children are increasingly pushed into early marriage and child labour.

Al Jazeera

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Why experts warn against smartphones before age 13

Clinical psychologist Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, author of "The Crucial Years," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain the dangers of giving kids smartphones too early and share advice for parents.

CBS America

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Creative school lunch ideas for kids who are picky eaters

Registered dietician Megan McNamee, co-author of the New York Times bestseller "Feeding Littles Lunches," joins "CBS Mornings" to share back-to-school meal ideas designed to win over even the pickiest eaters.

CBS America

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Navigating the social minefield of middle school

Clinical psychologist Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, author of "The Crucial Years," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss how parents can help children navigate puberty, peer pressure and social media during the middle school years.

CBS America

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Tips for back-to-school savings

Parents are facing higher prices as they prepare for the back-to-school season. Tiffany Aliche, a personal finance expert and author, joins "CBS News Mornings" with tips to save money as prices for school supplies rise.

CBS America

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Breastfed babies less likely to hit puberty early: Study

A new study suggests that babies who were exclusively breastfed were less likely to hit puberty early, possibly because of slower weight gain. However, doctors stress the emphasis should be on improving support to help moms breastfeed, n...

CBC News

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Millennials embrace "find out" parenting style with firm consequences

From sticking with soccer to finishing commitments, parents are using a no-nonsense approach. Author Michaeleen Doucleff explains the trend.

CBS America

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Why U.S. women are leaving the workforce in record numbers

University of Kansas professor Misty Heggeness joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain why women, especially mothers, are leaving the workforce, and how return-to-office mandates and rising childcare costs are playing a role.

CBS America

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How parents can navigate the empty nest phase

Galina Espinoza, editor-in-chief of the women's health site "Flow Space," joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the emotional challenges and opportunities parents face when their children leave home.

CBS America

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Fewer mothers with young children in the workforce, report finds

The share of working mothers between the ages of 25-44 has dropped 3% so far this year, according to a new report from the University of Kansas. Professor Misty Heggeness, who analyzed the data and is the author of the upcoming book, "Sw...

CBS America

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Tips for dealing with back-to-school anxiety

Many students are returning to the classroom soon. From anxieties about bullying to academic challenges, Dr. Stephanie Setliff from Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center in Dallas shares tips to help cope with back-to-school anxiety.

Fox News

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More people turning off dating apps and trying to find love in real life

Love-seekers are abandoning dating apps in favor of a more old-fashioned approach. Lilia Luciano reports.

CBS America

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FBI warns of teen sextortion surge, urges parent awareness

The FBI says sextortion is among the fastest-growing U.S. crimes, with teens increasingly targeted. Parents are urged to stay informed.

Fox News

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Are kids in Germany really more independent?

What does family life look like for children in Germany? What are daycare, school and free time like for them? What values do they take on?

DW News

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Tariffs spark concern over school supply prices

As President Trump's tariffs took effect Friday, some parents are worried that the cost of school supplies might be impacted.

CBS America

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China announces child subsidy program as births hit historic lows

After decades of curbing births, China is urgently trying to reverse a population slump that puts its economic and political future at risk.

Euronews

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In Ukraine, a mother-to-be faces war and loss

Thirty-year-old expectant mother Bohdana Zhupanyna says her Kyiv apartment was struck by a Russian drone, just weeks before her due date.

Reuters

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Avoiding hot car deaths

In the U.S., 16 children have died in 2025 from being left in hot cars, the national nonprofit Kids and Car Safety said. Here's how to avoid accidents, and how to help if you see a child in a hot car.

CBS America

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U.S. fertility rate dropped to an all-time low in 2024

The fertility rate in the United States dropped to an all-time low last year, with fewer than 1.6 children born per woman. Al Jazeera’s Kristen Saloomey reports on what’s driving the trend and the concerns it is raising about the economy.

Al Jazeera

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The science and ethics behind genetic embryo screening

Eight babies in the UK were born using DNA from three people through an IVF technique that isn't legal in the U.S. NYU professor Arthur Caplan joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain the science and ethical concerns.

CBS News

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France records more deaths than births

One in every 250 babies born in France in 2024 died before their first birthday – a total of 2,700 deaths – and that number has been going up for several years. French MPs have introduced legislation for measures that will examine what's...

France 24

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U.S. fertility rate hit record low in 2024

Demographers say the trend reflects a long-term delay in childbearing, not a population crisis. But the gap between policy and reality continues to spark national debate.

Africanews