Parents can improve conversations with children by asking thoughtful questions. Instead of 'How was school today?', try ...

Amory Garrett, Joplin High School When I hear the word “veteran,” I think about the men and women who sacrificed their lives for my freedom. Veterans Day is an annual ...

Joplin High School Of all the holidays we celebrate, Veterans Day holds a special place in my heart. It’s not just a day off from school; it’s a day to remember and thank the brave men like my brother ...

This year is the 20th annual This I Believe essay contest for high school seniors, sponsored by NPR Illinois. Modeled after ...

When I was applying to colleges as a high school senior, I decided to list journalism as my major for every school I was ...

My mom and I have a complicated relationship, which I explored in my college apps — but admissions experts advise against ...

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Yosemite National Park was stunning, and the shutdown didn't do too much to deter the trip.Noah Sheidlower/Business Insider Yosemite National Park remains open despite the ongoing government shutdown.

(CNN) — A 12-year-old girl who doctors said was on the brink of death after being shot in the head this summer while praying with classmates of Annunciation Catholic School was greeted by dozens of ...

As glamorous as the lifestyle of NBA players may seem, there's a darker side that often comes to light. Over the years, countless reports have surfaced about players cheating on their partners or ...