Beyoncé halftime show sparks praise and debate over activism
After the Super Bowl, Beyoncé’s halftime performance draws praise from fans and critique from critics. Dancers wore Black Panther imagery and raised a fist, with lyrics in Formation addressing Black identity, while commentators note the event as a high profile moment for social justice art.
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Dear Abby columns offer family guidance on custody and friendship
Dear Abby advises explaining custody with gentle truth to a seven year old and consulting the therapist about questions he asks. A second letter reflects on a drifting childhood friendship and how to approach reconciliation as adults while acknowledging divergence.
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Newsface host questioned by Trump boycott debate controversy
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump boycotted the debate after Fox News would not remove the moderator identified as Newsface. The questions reference a Fox News host implicated in the dispute.
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Ask Amy recalls letters about young love
In this best of column, Amy answers readers on fifth grade dating norms, parental guidance, and emerging adolescent independence. She counsels listening to daughters, fostering self identity, and avoiding rushing into romance. The note includes advice on handling dating practice and a fan letter about sharing gas money with a boyfriend.
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Parents should talk with kids to pass political values
Hatemi and Ojeda find that discussing politics boosts a child’s ability to identify a parent’s party when close and supported. Norpoth argues informal dialogue is key, while Murray notes fostering critical thinking matters. A two plan approach combines regular value talks with strong parent child bonding for best alignment.
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Moments From D1 Smoking Hot Hair Iron Joke
Terry Knepper recalls her son teasing about her hair after an iron mistake. Stacy Brewer notes her child’s blunt salad diet critique. Melissa Linebrink, columnist for The Chronicle Telegram, writes about parenting quirks and online at parenthoodthenewcrazytrain.com.
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