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As Schools Ban Phones, More Kids Are Using Smartwatches
Many parents are unable or unwilling to send their children to school with a phone. Smartwatch use among kids is booming, but experts warn the devices could be yet another “electronic umbilical cord.”Tech - Wired - October 29 -
Pub garden smoking ban dropped from government plans
The Health Secretary said he didn't want to cause further harm to the hospitality industry in England.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Jodi Picoult's 'Nineteen Minutes' tops PEN America of books banned in schools
Jodi Picoult's “Nineteen Minutes” has topped a list compiled by PEN America of the books most often pulled from school shelvesEntertainment - ABC News - 5 days ago -
UK government aims to ban smoking outside schools and hospitals
New legislation would cover children’s playgrounds, but pub gardens win reprieve after industry objectionsBusiness - Financial Times - Yesterday -
USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.Top stories - CBS News - 8 hours ago -
In this Florida school district, some parents are pushing back against a cellphone ban
It’s no surprise that students are pushing back on cellphone bans in classroomsTech - ABC News - 50 minutes ago -
Mexican schools have 6 months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines
Mexican officials say schools have six months to implement a government-sponsored ban on junk food or face heavy finesWorld - ABC News - October 21 -
Schools in Mexico have six months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines
Rules targeting fruit drinks, chips and artificial pork rinds come as UN calls child obesity in country an emergency. Schools in Mexico have six months to implement a government-sponsored ban on ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
Mexican schools have 6 months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines
Mexican officials say schools have six months to implement a government-sponsored ban on junk food or face heavy finesHealth - ABC News - October 21 -
Democrats Took Over a Bucks County School Board, but Still Ban Some Books
Democrats swept a school board election in Bucks County after Republicans instituted book bans and other changes. But the right-wing “parental rights” movement has left an indelible mark.Top stories - The New York Times - October 27 -
USDA to ban online transaction fees on school lunch payments for low-income families
A federal policy will prohibit schools from charging transaction fees to low-income families when they make electronic deposits into their lunch accounts.Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
Abortion bans on the ballot
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story The states where ballot measures could reverse abortion bans Voters in 10 states will decide next month if ...Politics - The Hill - October 18 -
Tackling misinformation at school
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Schools tackle false info amid hurricanes, election Schools face challenges teaching children how to ...Politics - The Hill - October 14 -
The boom in home schooling
Parents and children unhappy with traditional education are turning to online alternatives after the pandemic opened the door to new ways of learningWorld - Financial Times - October 15 -
Schools caught in political crosshairs
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story State politics ensnare colleges and universities As states pass sweeping measures ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
'I'm not a cheater' - Pogba on doping ban
Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba says he is "not a cheater" but accepts responsibility for the failed doping test that led to a ban.Top stories - BBC News - October 16 -
Disposable vapes to be banned from June
Ministers say the Tobacco and Vapes Bill is intended to prevent environmental damage and protect children's health.Top stories - BBC News - October 24 -
Disposable vapes to be banned in England and Wales
Ministers vow to end ‘throwaway culture’ after e-cigarettes soar in popularity among young peopleBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
What Are the Implications of Israel Banning UNRWA?
Humanitarian agencies fear the new Israeli laws could have catastrophic effects for Gazans. They are already drawing sharp criticism from Israel’s allies.World - The New York Times - October 30 -
Wisconsin rejects ban on noncitizen voting
Voters in Wisconsin rejected a ballot measure amending the state’s constitution to explicitly prohibit foreign nationals from voting in any election in the state. The ballot measure was part of a ...Politics - The Hill - 16 hours ago -
The School for First Ladies Is Now in Session
It’s a highly visible role that usually comes with no job description or salary. This group aims to assist. (And yes, first gentlemen are welcome.)Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 12