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The majority of teens say they use social media platforms like TikTok and YouTube at least once a day, according to a recent survey. Some say they use the sites constantly and that quitting social media altogether would be difficult.

Kids under 13 would be barred from social media under bipartisan Senate bill

Studies link social media to aspects of America's mental health crisis in adolescents. A handful of bipartisan members of the Senate hope to change that.

Ernie, a Muppet from the popular children's series <em>Sesame Street</em>, appears with new character Ji-Young, the first Asian American Muppet, on the set of the long-running children's program in New York on Nov. 1.

This 'Sesame Street' kid is now the Muppeteer for its first Asian American character

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Kathleen Kim, the puppeteer behind Ji-Young, the show's newest Muppet. Kim, born to Korean immigrants, says she grew up watching the show herself.

This handout photo provided by Nepal Prime Minister's Office shows an earthquake-affected area in northwestern Nepal on Saturday. Helicopters and ground troops rushed to help people hurt in a strong earthquake that shook northwestern Nepal districts just before midnight Friday.

Nepal rushes aid and rescue operations after strong earthquake kills at least 157

Authorities said the death toll was expected to rise, noting that communications were cut off with many places.

A judge's ruling that Donald Trump committed fraud as he built his real-estate empire could strip the former president of his authority to make major decisions about the future of his marquee properties in New York.

Trump's N.Y. business empire is 'greatly at risk' from judge's fraud ruling

Legal and business experts say the ruling in New York state threatens assets such as Trump Tower and also empowers state Attorney General Letitia James, one of Donald Trump's main legal critics.

Korean pop star Luna comes to Broadway in 'KPOP'

The South Korean cultural phenomenon is now a new musical, starring actual K-pop idols.

Sesame Street characters Elmo, left, and Cookie Monster pose on the 86th floor observation deck of the Empire State Building to promote the return of the live limited run show "Sesame Street Live! Let's Party!"

Do you need to talk to your kids about traumatic events? Sesame Street has some tips

A program from the makers of Sesame Street is helping kids deal with traumatic incidents.

Some major rental search sites will show extra monthly "junk fees" that can surprise consumers and make a place less affordable.

Shocked by those extra monthly apartment fees? 3 big rental sites plan to reveal them

Surprise charges for things like paying rent online or removing trash can add up and make an apartment less affordable. Advocates warn they can also put renters at risk for debt or even eviction.

Announcing The Winner Of The 2020 Tiny Desk Contest

This year's Tiny Desk Contest was truly like no other. Our winner stood out from the over 6,000 entries with a song about slowing down and enjoying life that captivated our judges.

Mosquito control teams in Sarasota County, Florida have been spraying larvicides, which target immature mosquitoes, in areas where standing water could serve as breeding grounds for <em>Anopheles</em>, the type of mosquito that can spread malaria.

In Florida's local malaria outbreak, forgotten bite led to surprise hospitalization

For the first time in two decades, the U.S. has evidence of local transmission of malaria. Most of the cases occurred in Florida's Sarasota County, which has stepped up mosquito suppression efforts.

Megan Rapinoe will retire at the end of this season.

U.S. soccer star Megan Rapinoe will retire at the end of the season

Megan Rapinoe will end her career having won at least two World Cups and one Olympic gold medal and having been awarded a Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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