Astronomers have detected strange "wobbles" in the light curve of a super bright supernova, hinting that a magnetar was born inside the extreme stellar explosion.

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A mom and science writer offers an operating manual for parents grappling with kids' screen use and cravings for sweets.

You’ve probably already heard the basics: put down your phone, drink some chamomile tea, try melatonin. None of that advice is wrong. But if you’re still staring at the ceiling at 1 a.m., it’s because ...

You may have heard that a little dirt is good for kids. It helps them build up their immune systems, and sets them on a path to future health. But what kind of filth does the trick? Producer Kathleen ...

As an encore to this weekend's snowstorm, the region is experiencing some of the coldest temperatures in decades, and it could be another week before temperatures climb above freezing again. The last ...

I work in a research lab and enjoy giving my kids toys that make them think a bit. STEM-based toys like cookbooks, building kits, and circuit sets foster learning and fun at home. These are the six ...

Allie Burriss tells PEOPLE that she came up with her sweet trick in a moment of "desperation" Allie Bean Photography Allie Burriss, a photographer, stumbled across the perfect tip to get kids to stay ...

Kid lit experts weigh in on some of the year’s best science titles. Plus, what to look for when choosing a book for the child in your life. Are you hoping to inspire a young reader in your life with ...

James Van Der Beek made sure to be there for his kids when they went trick-or-treating amid his cancer battle, and his wife revealed he got creative by accompanying them in a golf cart. The photos ...

Halloween is not just about candy and costumes. Child development expert Kendra Morgan of Building All Children says trick-or-treating provides numerous opportunities for children to learn valuable ...

Zombies, witches and pirates passed out candy to pandas, princesses and superheroes Sunday during the Schaumburg Park District’s annual Tricks & Treats in the Valley event at Heritage Farm at Spring ...