Kids Count report puts Nevada last in education

Nevada’s ranking for public education has hit rock bottom, according to a new national study on children’s well-being.

Top five back-to-school organizing tips

The start of a new school year is like a fresh box of crayons – full of possibilities. To make busy school days go as smoothly as possible, follow these simple tips.

Talking to children about tragedy

With recent and senseless shootings in places like Seattle, Wash., and Aurora, Colo., our country is dealing with heavy issues of tragedy, conflict and war. And while many adults struggle to find meaning and understanding in such events, parents are sometimes left struggling to answer those same questions for their children. Here is advice for talking with children about tragedy.

A woman’s ‘rare’ journey: life with an uncommon disease

Everyone has a rare quality or a characteristic that sets him or her apart from others – a special talent, a unique interest or, for some, a rare disease. People living with rare diseases are extraordinary in many ways, often demonstrating exemplary traits when faced with extraordinary challenges.

Make food prep easy this summer by going raw

The hot days of summer are the perfect time to relax with friends in the backyard and sample delicious fruits and salads while sipping chilled drinks. Serve and enjoy the fruits and veggies grown in the garden. Serve these foods raw, because cooked vegetables can lose many nutrients throughout the cooking process.

Tips to provide your child with a fun, nutritious school lunch

School is back in session and parents and children alike are gearing up for a new year and all the fun and chaos that go along with it. Whether it’s your child’s first ever school day or the last year before college, it’s important to take a moment to check off all the things they will need for a great year – and a healthy lunch is right at the top.

The mobile device as a catalyst for TV enjoyment

The conversion of electronic mobile devices with TV capabilities is beginning to hit full stride in 2012, especially with a number of features ushered into place by a large proliferation of smartphones as well as lower-priced tablets. The widespread availability of reliable, fast smartphones and tablets has now expanded the ability for many users to take advantage of new interactive features. As a result, polls are finding as many as 40 percent of viewers at any given time are interacting with their devices at the same time as they are watching TV. The figure goes even higher when the under 25 years of age viewer demographic is isolated.

NRC chief seeks distance from Yucca criticism

The new chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission distanced herself Tuesday from earlier criticism of Yucca Mountain, telling lawmakers she will have an “open mind” on the project still lingering at the agency.

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