From imaginative play sets to museum-worthy crafts, these modern gift ideas promise wide-eyed wonder and endless fun for kids of all ages.

In a first-best world, we'd all save enough money and there'd be no scammers. In a second-best world, we'd all know how to protect ourselves.

That's what Sheila Bair thought, too. As former chair of the FDIC, she noticed many kids and adults weren't quite getting the education they needed. So, she decided to do something about it.

Today on the show: What Sheila Bair has learned about American capitalism as one of its top regulators and how she's trying — one book at a time — to help new generations from falling into its traps.

We learned about Sheila Bair's kids books from listener Erin Vetter. If you've come across anything that makes finance fun, email us! We're at indicator@npr.org.

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In 60 seconds, the commercial showcases a medley of horror film tropes, including a maniacal doll that presumably kills a group of young people whenever they play a catchy pop song.

Stevie Wonder surprised concertgoers in London on Saturday night by announcing that he will take a break from performing so that he can receive a kidney transplant this fall.

Fulani herdsmen kidnapped four Christians in an attack on villages in north-central Nigeria.

Fulani herdsmen killed six Christians on Friday and Saturday in Benue state, Nigeria, after slaughtering 15 Christians in a nearby village two days earlier, sources said.

As the Herdman kids learn, Christmas celebrates God’s arrival not in a palace but in a humble manger, for the sake of all people, including those we may least expect.

A former “gender-care specialist” at Boston Children’s Hospital testified that her ex-employer slashed the time allotted for psychologists to assess minors expressing confusion about their sex before referring them for life-altering procedures. 

Perhaps my view on the victory of Donald Trump is unorthodox for Europe and certainly for a Leftist but hear me out Contrary to the flow here in Europe and certainly contrary to the flow of the Leftist Group, I am not dismayed or even surprised at the astonishing victory of Donald Trump in this 2024 Presidential election of the United States of America. In fact, I have been predicting it for the last year. And come to think of it, Donald Trump’s victory is not that astonishing. It is a remarkable political comeback, that is true, for an able politician, a man with tremendous political skills and enormous capacity in communication and political marketing, which will write his epitaph as one of the most extraordinary Presidents of the United States of America in the years to come.

Russia's Vkusno i Tochka (Tasty and That's It) fast food chain, which appeared n the country instead of McDonald's, will have meal combos for children similarly to Happy Meal, the company's press service told RBC. The sets will be called "Kids Combos." The company will remove toys from the sets to replace them with books. The new products will be available at restaurants of the network from December 12 in Novokuznetsk, Novosibirsk, Berdsk, Barnaul, Tomsk, Kemerovo and Krasnoyarsk. Kids Combos will be available throughout Russia starting from January. Kids Combos will include nuggets, cheese snacks, classic burgers, salads, carrot sticks and apple wedges, as well as a drink of choice, a representative of Tasty and That's It said.

Over 60 percent of Illinois parents had never asked another parent about an unlocked firearm in their home before allowing their child to visit for a playdate, according to a survey from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago published in Pediatrics. Many parents reported they had not asked about firearms because it never occurred to them to do so, which highlights a critical need to raise awareness of this important safety concern.

Over 60 percent of Illinois parents had never asked another parent about an unlocked firearm in their home before allowing their child to visit for a playdate, according to a survey from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago published in Pediatrics. Many parents reported they had not asked about firearms because it never occurred to them to do so, which highlights a critical need to raise awareness of this important safety concern.

Who doesn’t love a good laugh, especially when it’s shared with friends and family? Jokes for kids are not just a source of entertainment; they help children develop language skills, social connections and a sense of humor.

Stray Kids is set to release a new digital single featuring global pop star Charlie Puth.The new single “Lose My Breath” will drop on May 10. Charlie Puth is a familiar name in the K-pop industry and...

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Children learn their habits, attitudes and beliefs from their parents and other caregivers, and that includes their willingness to try new and healthy foods. The American Dietetic Association and Catawba County Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) encourages adults to be good role models and teach children how to appreciate nutrition and enjoy healthful eating.

Dentists and other volunteers in Catawba County are teaming up with hundreds of their peers across the state and nation for �Give Kids a Smile!� day. This program is held annually to offer educational materials, provide free dental services to local, qualifying children from underserved families, and raise awareness of the epidemic of untreated dental disease.

No single approach -- technical, legal, economic, or educational -- will be sufficient to protect children from online pornography.

A few years ago, Nikhil Shah and Hiep Nguyen were touring the German Aerospace Center after giving a presentation about the future of surgery. One of the in-house researchers showed off a model of an implantable heart, and they thought — Why can’t we do that with a kidney?

After more than a year of isolation, remote school, and disrupted routines, how can schools support students’ mental health and development? Read what youth have to say about how they’re doing, and what they need as they return to the classroom.

Social distancing, disrupted routines, and a lost sense of security and safety have made some kids and teens vulnerable to stress, anxiety, and depression during the pandemic. A new set of tools from the National Academies helps kids and adults build skills to cope with stress.

Kodiak’s latest launch, Kodiak CUBS, is making it easier for parents to fuel their little ones with a healthy breakfast.

The line of minimally processed snacks features healthy ingredients and savory flavors.

The puffs are made with real grass-fed white cheddar, and are free from grains, gluten, nuts, rice, and added sugars.

DINO BARS are wrapped in edible paper, and all bars are non-GMO, USDA certified organic and free from nuts, gluten, soy, and dairy.

The gluten- and peanut-free formulation is designed to be school-friendly.

The Small Batch Cinnamon Snickerdoodle Kids Bar features just five ingredients.

Sized for little hands, Zbar Halloween Minis are available in a 20-ct chocolate chip flavor.

A recent study shows that teaching older kids about workplace safety can significantly improve their knowledge and attitudes.

Safety and health pros have been known as teachers, among many roles, for decades and decades. But it’s a touchy subject and the role doesn’t get the attention it serves. Why?

Following the launch of Complete, Califia Farms announced the launch of Complete Kids, a nutritious plant-based milk for kids.

The three-part book series release coincides with Chronic Disease Day

New Bike from Belsize Becomes A Christmas Favorite For Kids In The United States

Who doesn't love Claw game machines!? with 99 Ranch Market, started in 2022, we are excited to announce the opening 9th location at San Diego on April 12, 2023.

Mark A. Kidd acknowledged for expert consultancy in the nonprofit sector

In a shocking turn of events, Carlethia 'Carlee' Nichole Russell, the nursing student who was reported missing after calling 911 claiming she saw a toddler walking along the interstate, has been charged with filing a false police report...

This accessible and fun story about the causes of harmful algae in water teaches kids about environmental pollutants and how they can help stop them.

KIDaccount is a leading provider in daily school safety and dismissal security.

Of the nearly one million picture books available for children, only a handful feature characters with disabilities. Author Bruno Rossi seeks to remedy this with his book, "Felini the Flea."

Event is part of the company's education and outreach program called 'Fun through safe Sliming'

Indie author Tenille Bettenhausen, announces the release of Maybe I'll be an Architect, a children's book and resource providing career exploration to kids.

As a promoter of Japanese Anime and subculture, Kiddleton will enthusiastically participate in Anime Expo in Los Angeles convention center, July 1-4 for the first time.

Located centrally between Palm Beach and Miami, Pompano Beach is the perfect beach getaway for your next family vacation. Pompano Beach is a sleepy little beach town just minutes away from the busy city activities of Fort Lauderdale.

Kidney patient to meet his Voucher Donor at New York City Marathon finish line

AutoNation Toyota Irvine Becomes Presenting Sponsor of Popular Orange County Race Benefiting Pediatric Cancer Research

Mangia Mondays All August Long!

Design Korea 2022 will exhibit at the Maison&Objet Paris fair

Digitize business records to save space—then have them returned or shredded, with a certificate of confidential destruction