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Movie Monday: ‘Practical Magic 2’ Materializes at No. 1
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ was finally knocked off its box-office perch by this long-awaited, and problematic, sequel.
On the Radar: ‘Gummy Bear Moms,’ Gen Z Visiting Historic Sites and a ‘Cat in the Hat’ Scares
What’s a “gummy bear mom?” Gen Z is loving history and nature. And a new, threatening “Cat in the Hat” trend?
10 Upcoming Movies That May Interest Families: Fall Movie Preview 2026
Summer is gone and fall is here. But Hollywood still has plenty of films lined up for families. Here are 10 to keep your eye on.
How the Meta Settlement Is Changing Social Media
Will the Meta settlement change social media for the better? If not, what will?
Movie Tuesday: ‘Spider-Man’ Caps Record-Breaking Summer With Another Win
We’ve just closed the books on the summer box-office season—a season that, according to Hollywood’s curious calendar, runs from May 1 through Labor Day. And
On the Radar: NYC School Ban on AI, ‘Social Jetlag’ and Meta Pays Out
NYC schools crack down on AI use. Teens experience “social jetlag.” Meta pays out for social media tactics.
Combating Our ‘iPad Kid’ Tendencies
If you have a child who is 8 years old or younger, you may be surprised to learn just how much screen time they’re racking
Movie Monday: ‘Brand New Day’ Tops ‘Coyote vs. Acme’
For the fifth straight weekend, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ spun itself a nice little weekend win.
On the Radar: Cannabis Use Can Hurt Teen Memory, AI Music Ban and ‘Soft Socializing’
Teen cannabis use hurts memory growth, Australia bans AI music, and Gen Z’s “soft socializing.”
Should AI Be Making a Podcast for Your Kid’s Commute?
Sam Altman claims to have heard about a use of AI that will bring your family closer on those dreaded car rides together.
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