BOB'S BLOG

December 02, 2016

How to Decide How Much Screen Time to Give Your Kids

A quick rundown of the new pediatric guidelines

December 01, 2016

How to Raise Charitable Kids

It’s not just about giving money.

July 26, 2016

Texting & Its Positive Impact on Teens

While texting may seem like nothing more than another distraction for our fast-paced youth, it turns out this rapid means of communication may be more than just a nuisance. Researchers have found …

July 25, 2016

6 Signs Your Child Needs a Tutor

When is it time to look for outside help? Watch out for these factors, which will determine whether your kid needs a tutor.

July 24, 2016

Is Your Kid Being Bullied Into Skipping Lunch?

According to dietitians who work with children and some recent studies, a disturbing new trend in school cafeterias is kids being pressured to eat les

July 22, 2016

What Parents Need to Know About Technology Addiction

Advice from Common Sense Media editors. A typical teen's day includes up to nine hours of texting, gaming, watching videos, and posting on multiple social networks — even while doing homework. It's enough to make you wonder: Is my kid addicted to technology?

July 21, 2016

Edward Snowden wants to build an iPhone case that will tell you if the NSA is listening

Snowden and Huang, a prominent hacker, believe that their solution can protect journalists and activists from being betrayed by their smartphones.

July 05, 2016

Comment, Opinion, Writers

Read the latest comment pieces from Fairfax journalists.

June 27, 2016

YouTube’s new cyberbullying policy is screwing over its users

n YouTube, anyone can make a name for themselves with hard work, good ideas, and a little bit of luck. However, the site is changing its policies in a way that might mean the end of your favourite …