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When a teen posts a selfie, how much filter is 'too much' filter?
Chloe Veltman
The recent Meta settlement includes a clause banning "cosmetic procedure filters" for teens. But defining what constitutes an extreme makeover isn't easy.
Karlo Campana plays Magnatiles with his daughters Gianna and Giselle, while his 5-month-old son Gianluca watches. Campana is one of the growing number of California men taking advantage of the state's paid bonding leave program.
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More dads taking paid family leave for a new baby, sometimes as much as moms are
Elly Yu
Arkansas Democratic Senate nominee Hallie Shoffner speaks with voters at a campaign stop in Hope, Ark. Friday, Oct. 23, 2026.
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In Arkansas, Democrats see an opening at the edge of the competitive midterms map
Stephen Fowler
Pins and bumper stickers supporting Dan Osborn's candidacy for U.S. Senate sit on a campaign table on Sept. 3, 2026 at Pals Brewing Company in North Platte, Neb. Osborn, a 51-year-old Navy veteran, is running as an independent.
Austin Johnson
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Independent candidates sense a moment in the West. Democrats are hoping they're right
Barbara Sprunt
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Texas youth prison director resigns following controversial multiday lockdown
Shandra Carter’s sudden departure comes weeks after KERA and The Texas Newsroom revealed the disturbing effects of an unprecedented lockdown across the agency’s facilities.
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