Piano prodigy practices for Carnegie Hall performance
Brigitte Xie's piano talent has earned her a spot on stage at Carnegie Hall this fall. She will likely be the youngest person on stage.
Brigitte Xie's piano talent has earned her a spot on stage at Carnegie Hall this fall. She will likely be the youngest person on stage.
Why nursing homes are still dealing with outbreaks despite vaccines
Nursing homes across the country are still reporting scattered COVID-19 outbreaks and COVID-associated deaths. Those facilities are subsequently following federal and state recommendations to pause visitations, causing disappointment and frustration among family members who hoped to get back to normal once the residents were fully vaccinated.
Nursing homes across the country are still reporting scattered COVID-19 outbreaks and COVID-associated deaths. Those facilities are subsequently following federal and state recommendations to pause visitations, causing disappointment and frustration among family members who hoped to get back to normal once the residents were fully vaccinated.
Woman donates kidney to husband's ex-wife days after wedding
A Florida woman donated her kidney to her husband's ex-wife.
A Florida woman donated her kidney to her husband's ex-wife.
China to allow couples to have 3 children to further cope with aging society
China’s ruling Communist Party said it will ease birth limits to allow all couples to have three children instead of two in hopes of slowing the rapid aging of its population.
China’s ruling Communist Party said it will ease birth limits to allow all couples to have three children instead of two in hopes of slowing the rapid aging of its population.
Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects kids as young as 12
Moderna said Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects older kids after a study of more than 3,700 12- to 17-year-olds. The company plans to submit its teen data to the FDA in early June.
Moderna said Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects older kids after a study of more than 3,700 12- to 17-year-olds. The company plans to submit its teen data to the FDA in early June.
Average reproductive lifespan in women has increased by 2 years, study finds
A recent study found that the average waning reproductive age for women increased from 35 to 37.1.
A recent study found that the average waning reproductive age for women increased from 35 to 37.1.
Attorneys general from across country asking Facebook to scrap Instagram for kids
More than 40 attorneys general across the country have signed a letter asking Facebook to nix the idea to develop Instagram for Kids.
More than 40 attorneys general across the country have signed a letter asking Facebook to nix the idea to develop Instagram for Kids.
Mattel collecting old Barbie dolls, Matchbox cars in toy takeback program
Mattel is launching a program that will allow unused toys find new homes.
Mattel is launching a program that will allow unused toys find new homes.
Hero NYPD cop recounts rescue of girl shot in Times Square
The NYPD officer who heroically ran through Times Square carrying a young girl who had just been shot in the leg is the mother to an infant.
The NYPD officer who heroically ran through Times Square carrying a young girl who had just been shot in the leg is the mother to an infant.
‘Just came out of nowhere’: Mom who gave birth on flight to Hawaii says she didn’t know she was pregnant
A doctor and three nurses were flying from Utah to Hawaii when an announcement came over the loudspeaker: A woman was prematurely giving birth in the middle of the flight. The heroic health care workers rushed to the aid of the woman, who didn't know she was pregnant, and delivered a baby boy.
A doctor and three nurses were flying from Utah to Hawaii when an announcement came over the loudspeaker: A woman was prematurely giving birth in the middle of the flight. The heroic health care workers rushed to the aid of the woman, who didn't know she was pregnant, and delivered a baby boy.
Many parents eager to get their children vaccinated
Richard Brewer of Long Island said he and his wife are counting down the days until their kids, ages 7 and 10, can get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Richard Brewer of Long Island said he and his wife are counting down the days until their kids, ages 7 and 10, can get the COVID-19 vaccine.
CDC: Children’s summer camps should continue social distancing, mask-wearing to prevent COVID-19 spread
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said social distancing and mask-wearing need to continue at children's summer camps to prevent a COVID-19 outbreak.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said social distancing and mask-wearing need to continue at children's summer camps to prevent a COVID-19 outbreak.
Biden administration expanding summer food program for 34 million schoolchildren
Families of eligible children would receive $6.82 per child for each weekday — adding up to $375 for food per child over the summer months.
Families of eligible children would receive $6.82 per child for each weekday — adding up to $375 for food per child over the summer months.
Mother of infant twins found dead inside Queens apartment charged with murder: NYPD
Twin babies, only 46 days old, were found dead inside of an NYCHA building in Queens. Their mother was taken into custody by police.
Twin babies, only 46 days old, were found dead inside of an NYCHA building in Queens. Their mother was taken into custody by police.
Global study suggests pregnant women who get COVID-19 have higher risk of complications, death
A large study involving hundreds of woman around the world suggests that those who get COVID-19 during pregnancy have higher risks for death, the need for intensive care, preterm birth and other complications.
A large study involving hundreds of woman around the world suggests that those who get COVID-19 during pregnancy have higher risks for death, the need for intensive care, preterm birth and other complications.
A lost year? Teens struggle with mental health during COVID pandemic
The pandemic is making it harder to be a teenager. Remote learning is keeping many isolated, and for some, their mental health is being affected.
The pandemic is making it harder to be a teenager. Remote learning is keeping many isolated, and for some, their mental health is being affected.
What you need to know about COVID-safe activities with your kids
As vaccinations continue to roll out and summer draws closer, many parents are wondering if it's safe to travel and participate in other activities with their kids.
As vaccinations continue to roll out and summer draws closer, many parents are wondering if it's safe to travel and participate in other activities with their kids.
Most kids with MIS-C had mild COVID-19, some also developed neurological symptoms, research shows
New research has found that most kids with a serious inflammatory illness linked to the coronavirus had no COVID-19 symptoms or just mild ones. Another small study found that many MIS-C patients also suffered neurological symptoms.
New research has found that most kids with a serious inflammatory illness linked to the coronavirus had no COVID-19 symptoms or just mild ones. Another small study found that many MIS-C patients also suffered neurological symptoms.
Fidget toys explode in popularity
Toy shops around the country are struggling to keep fidgeting toys in stock.
Toy shops around the country are struggling to keep fidgeting toys in stock.
6-year-old gets hero's welcome back to school after completing cancer treatment
Nathan Herber, 6, got a hero's welcome from his fellow classmates after completing his cancer treatments.
Nathan Herber, 6, got a hero's welcome from his fellow classmates after completing his cancer treatments.