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Paris Hilton Testifies Before Congress on ‘Troubled Teen’ Facilities

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Paris Hilton Testifies Before Congress on ‘Troubled Teen’ Facilities

The media personality detailed the abuse she said she suffered at such facilities, in support of a bipartisan effort to prevent child abuse.

By Rachel Sherman

These Grieving Parents Want Congress to Protect Children Online

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These Grieving Parents Want Congress to Protect Children Online

A group is using the Mothers Against Drunk Driving playbook, sharing personal tragedies, to lobby for the Kids Online Safety Act.

By Cecilia Kang

Hawaii Settles With Young Plaintiffs in Climate Case

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Hawaii Settles With Young Plaintiffs in Climate Case

The state agreed to take steps cut greenhouse gas emissions from transportation. It’s the latest of several victories for youth-led climate lawsuits.

By David Gelles

Researchers Say Social Media Warning Is Too Broad

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Researchers Say Social Media Warning Is Too Broad

Some scientists who study youth mental health say the evidence does not support the notion that social media is harmful per se.

By Ellen Barry