My Space removes 200.000 profiles

MySpace.com will remove 200,000 objectionable profiles, according to an article in Financial Times. The removals took place following concerns about predatory adults using my.space information to stalk teens.

Is emphasis on reading and math hurting other subjects?

A New York Times article questions whether the emphasis on reading and math brought on by the No Child Left Behind act is shortchanging other subjects.

Massachusetts seeks to raise driving age to 17 1/2

Today's Boston Globe features an article on a move in Massachusetts to raise the age at which teenagers can receive their driver's licenses from 16 to 17 1/2.

Poll reports hearing loss for teens

A Newsday article reports on a poll that showed more teens reporting hearing loss.

Positives, negatives of teen blogs discussed in series

The Springfield News-Leader offers a comprehensive package today on the positives and negatives of teen blogs. Many news media outlets have completely stressed the dangers of blogging while neglecting the good things that can come from it.