By Bill HethermanCity News Service LOS ANGELES (CNS) – Testifying in the landmark trial of a lawsuit alleging addictive practices employed by social media platforms to hook young users, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said today that while preteens are barred from using the company’s services, some minors still break the rules to do so. Meta […]
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg Testifies in Landmark Social Media Trial
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New Book Encourages Kids to Break Free from Addictive Technology
As technology continues to permeate people’s daily lives, parents are growing rightfully concerned about its impact on the well-being of their children. To help guide both parents and kids, author Jonathan Haidt recently released “The Amazing Generation,” an easy-to-read, graphic novel-style book about how to avoid falling prey to the addictive nature of “screens.” Co-authored […]
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Sun Valley Teacher Among 10 Standout STEM Educators as Recipients of 2025 Vernier Grants
A teacher from Polytechnic High School in Sun Valley was selected by Vernier Science Education as one of 10 standout STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) educators from schools and colleges nationwide as the recipients of its 2025 Inspiration Grants. Each of the grantees will receive $1,000 worth of Vernier technology of their choosing, an […]
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Photos from CSUN Collection Help Getty Exhibition Tell Story of Black Arts Movement
The black-and-white image is simple, but powerful. A man is holding a sign “We Are Tired of Waiting” while standing next to a car covered with slogans advocating equal rights for “all Americans.” The photograph taken in 1962 by acclaimed Black photographer Harry Adams is one of several images on loan from California State University, […]
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There Was ‘A Bridge Called Jesse Jackson’ Across Decades of Civil Rights Advocacy
By Aaron Morrison And Sophia Tareen Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — From the moment the Rev. Jesse Jackson stepped forward as torchbearer to what was then a largely Southern civil rights struggle — a movement with much unfinished business — he created a bridge. From the South’s fight with Jim Crow to the North’s battle with […]
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Ralphs & Food 4 Less/Foods Co., Donate $30,000 to MEND to Support Local Families in Need
Food 4 Less/Foods Co. and Ralphs Grocery Company presented a $30,000 donation to MEND (Meet Each Need with Dignity) to support the nonprofit organization’s mission to meet the immediate needs of individuals and families and provides assistance to access opportunities to thrive. The ceremonial check presentation took place at MEND’s food distribution center in Sylmar. […]
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New Square at Pacoima Post Office Will Honor Late Postmaster for Black History Month
A dedication and unveiling of a new square will be held next week in front of the Pacoima Post Office to honor the first Black person to head a major post office. Nancy Avery, a lifelong civil rights activist, was an active Democratic party worker, housewife and school recreation assistant in 1961 when then President […]
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By Holiday Mathis (Creators.com) ARIES (March 21-April 19) You see it one way. The dog (bird, spider, colleague or partner) sees it another. Your imagination and empathy are so strong that you can pretty much step into whatever viewpoint you wish, so play around with the lens until you find one that’s more fun, empowering […]