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What these undergrads wish they had known before navigating the process.

The important thing is not to overthink it.

Going to school is undeniably expensive. But there are ways to lower the cost.


The collective freakout about the youth mental health crisis has reached a tipping point.


What to know about Meta’s new restrictions on young people’s social media use.


Experts are losing a little sleep over the latest Missouri case, but that doesn’t mean you should.


The rapper’s indictment on sex trafficking and other charges is the latest in a months-long saga of sexual assault and violence allegations.


Linkin Park fans welcomed new vocalist Emily Armstrong. Then the Scientology allegations surfaced.


The US has often singled out Haitian immigrants. GOP attacks are the latest example.

The right thinks that hot girls can “kill woke.” What?

From prebiotic sodas to collagen waters, beverages are trying to do the most. Consumers are drinking it up.


Kids are still playing, but they need help.


Preliminary data shows a negative impact on Black enrollment at some universities.


Apparently, when you are a Republican political candidate you can say literally anything.


How to survive the coming onslaught of viral illnesses.

It’s all about getting them comfortable with the unfamiliar.

Introducing Your Mileage May Vary, an unconventional new advice column.


Don’t be taken in by “fridgescaping.”

Flight attendants are underpaid and overworked — and that hurts passengers, too.


A newsletter about kids, for everyone.


A guide to filling out the federal financial aid form for the upcoming school year.


It’s time to add one more contingency to your travel plans: a major natural disaster.


The privately funded venture will test out new aerospace technology.


Freezing your credit files has never been easier. Here’s how to protect yourself.


The Court appeared to abandon Bostock v. Clayton County this weekend.

Extracurriculars matter for more than college applications. Here’s why.

How to think about investing and protecting your money for retirement.


And a few things you can do about it.

How being labeled “gifted” can rearrange your life — for better and for worse.


While better data is needed to understand just how wide the gap is, help doesn’t have to wait.

Why getting “real” in the age of personal branding feels so hard.


No one is immune to loneliness. But some are more at risk.


Being an only child doesn’t mess you up for life. We promise.

The musicians spent 10 years renovating a derelict old building in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and turned it into a thriving business.


An app called YNAB wants to take the dread out of talking about money. For a price.

People of color are more likely to be vegan. But the animal rights movement still has a white face.


Vinesh Phogat was just ounces away from a medal.

Your old friend probably wants to DM you too.

