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May 29, 2023
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LeVar Burton Looks To The Next Generation

The storied actor and educator brings it all full circle in his latest role as an onscreen father to his real-life daughter.

All Of Legend
John Legend Has More Love To Give

With a newborn at home and an intimate new album out, Legend reflects on the family philosophy of letting fans in.

Rising Rent

This Map Of National Rent Price Changes Is Eye Opening

ByDevan McGuinness

It might be time to move to Idaho.

Wise Words

14 Confidence-Building Phrases To Tell Your Kids

ByMatt Christensen

A few small words can make a big difference.

DM Dads

My Dad and I Never Played Dungeons & Dragons — But Next Year It Will Be Easier For Families Everywhere

ByJames Grebey

The immortal game is about to get a whole lot more accessible.

Life Lessons

This 88-Year-Old Man Taught His Great Grandkid To Walk

ByDevan McGuinness

He was worried he’d never meet the little one. He got to teach him to walk.

Health

Ozempic Found To Help Kids With Obesity Lose Weight. Is That Good Enough?

BySofia Quaglia

Let’s talk about some other measures of health.

Moving On

This Map Locates The Best Places To Live To Ride Out A Recession

ByDevan McGuinness

It might be time to move out of New Jersey and head west.

Style

Jason Bateman And Jason Sudeikis Duel Out Dad Styles

ByTyghe Trimble

What are you wearing to the game?

WTF

Fake Bluey Episodes Are Horrifying. Here's How To Avoid Them

ByMatthew Kaplowitz

Hint: Don't let kids use YouTube unsupervised.

News

Here Is Amanda Gorman’s “Banned” Inauguration Poem, A Must-Read For Americans Of All Ages

ByTyghe Trimble

Consider the source material.

News

A Uvalde Dad’s Blunt Message To Politicians: Skip The Tributes

ByDevan McGuinness

A dad of a Uvalde victim is sick and tired of this particular kind of message.

Barbie World

The Barbie Movie Is Clearly For Parents. (Sorry Kids!)

ByRyan Britt

The newest trailer is perfectly nuts — and quite adult. Bring it on.

Timeless Advice

This Study Will Break Your Habit Of Checking The Clock When You Can’t Sleep

ByKristi Pahr

Put your phone out of reach and thank us later.

Lighten Up

Let’s Get Silly: The Benefits of Being Playful in a Relationship

ByBrittany Risher

Couples who play together, stay together.

Love

8 Traits of a Happy Marriage, According to a Couples Therapist

ByMatt Christensen

No. 5: They are flexible.

Old Friends

40 Years Ago, Star Wars Dropped A Huge Twist That You Barely Remember

ByRyan Britt

Sure, Darth Vader said Luke was his father. But when did we start believing him?

Fear Not

This Live Map Shows Exactly Where Sharks Are Roaming In The Ocean

ByDevan McGuinness

Sharks aren’t actually very dangerous to humans, but they are everywhere.