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Inside the World of High School Mascots: Silly, Sweaty and Surprisingly Athletic

The New York Times for Kids goes inside the sweaty, funny, heartfelt world of high school mascots.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 22

Desi Lydic Says Trump is ‘Picking Mascots,’ Not Leaders

“The Daily Show” host said Trump could do worse than an “actual doctor” like Dr. Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services: “I’m impressed he didn’t pick Dr Pepper.”

Top stories - The New York Times - November 21

Fox offers hilarious NSFW reaction to Kings' new mascot

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox delivered a hilarious NSFW reaction after seeing the organization's new mascot for the first time.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 16

Jump around: Cavaliers improve to 14-0, celebrate by dancing with frog mascot

The floor and ball both looked different

Sports - ABC News - November 16

Pop-Tarts Bowl MVP will have choice of 3 edible mascots for winning team to consume, send to 'mouth heaven'

Last year's game was a viral success. This season will look to up the absurdity.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 18

Pop-Tarts Bowl triples down on edible mascot antics ahead of 2024 edition

The Pop-Tarts Bowl's edible frosted strawberry mascot made headlines with its antics during and after last season's edition of the bowl game.

Sports - ESPN - November 18

Should smartphones be banned in schools?

Research has shown a link between social media apps and eating disorders, depression and anxiety among young people

World - Financial Times - November 12

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.

The simple exam tweaks that can completely change lives

Schools are struggling to cope with the logistical hurdles and cost required to make the adjustments.

What We Learned About Celebrity Culture in the 2024 Election

Hollywood endorsements, once an essential part of a campaign playbook, may have backfired in this election.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 8

Florida coach Golden acknowledges school inquiry

Florida coach Todd Golden acknowledged an ongoing school inquiry Saturday, and said he was considering "defamation claims," presumably against his accusers, adding in a post on X that "my family ...

Sports - ESPN - November 9

Florida's school cellphone ban stokes controversy in Parkland

More states are looking to ban phones during class.

Former pupil restrained at school wins damages

Man to receive £18,900 damages after High Court judge finds he was left "distressed and humiliated".

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