Children
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Do youth curfews work?
Today's big question Banning unaccompanied children from towns and cities is popular with some voters but is contentious politically
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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What does 'Quiet on the Set' mean for the future of kids' TV?
In the Spotlight A new documentary exposes the 'dark underbelly' of Nickelodeon productions
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Viking parenting: the Scandi secret to raising happy children?
Under The Radar 'Risky' Danish approach encourages independence in children, but it might not suit all families
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Rugby and concussion: tantamount to child abuse?
Talking Point Academics' headline-grabbing claim has been described as 'verging on insulting'
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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The Stanley tumbler craze is far more than a viral trend run amok
In The Spotlight The USA is doing what it does best
By Scott Hocker, The Week US Published
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Excess screen time is making children only see what is in front of them
Under the radar The future is looking blurry. And very nearsighted.
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Constance Marten and Mark Gordon trial: what the jury has heard
In Depth Couple's baby was found dead in a Lidl 'bag for life'
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Best family-friendly West End shows
The Week Recommends The pick of theatre aimed at a younger audience, from Frozen to Mrs Doubtfire
By Adrienne Wyper Published
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The problem with the government's free childcare scheme
Under the radar Critics say the expansion plan is 'delusional' and could lead to nursery closures
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Does declining birth rate spell doom for Britain?
Today's Big Question Ageing population puts pressure on welfare state, economy and fabric of society, while fertility is rising on populist agendas
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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The rise of melatonin
The Explainer Use of synthetic sleep hormone increased dramatically in both UK and US, especially among children
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Why a bale of straw is hanging from a London bridge
Tall Tales And other stories from the stranger side of life
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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5 tips to navigate the high costs of child care
A few tweaks could offer some much-needed financial relief
By Becca Stanek Published
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Welcome to The Week Junior Science+Nature
The Week Junior Science+Nature is a monthly magazine from the award-winning team behind The Week Junior that feeds curious young minds and fires up a passion for discovery.
By The Week Staff Published