Support for phone bans in school ticks up in the US, Pew study reveals

Support for phone bans in school ticks up in the US, Pew study reveals

People increasingly support school phone bans — and New York got the message. As New York bans cellphone use during the school day, a recent study conducted by the Pew Research Center found that support for phone bans in school is increasing. The majority of U.S. adults support prohibiting students from using their phones during … Read more

Tween brand, Justice, makes a comeback for back-to-school at Walmart

Tween brand, Justice, makes a comeback for back-to-school at Walmart

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. If you were around during Abercrombie’s Golden Era, you also probably remember Justice. Back in the day the “Just For Girls” stores were landmines for all things tween, filled with tie-dye sets, rainbow leggings, sequin-studded bags, plaid skirts, … Read more

Middle schoolers are being bullied for not having Stanley tumblers: They ‘laugh and point’

Middle schoolers are being bullied for not having Stanley tumblers: They ‘laugh and point’

Navigating the trials and tribulations of middle school popularity is something preteen girls know all too well, with status markers such as what sports, extracurricular activities and friend groups they’re part of. Now, that includes what brand of water bottle they have. The viral Stanley tumbler has become a symbol of popularity in middle schools … Read more

Dear Abby: How do I tell my friends I don’t want to spend time with them?

Dear Abby: How do I tell my friends I don’t want to spend time with them?

DEAR ABBY: I am in a group of friends who are mainly from the same country. We bond pretty well and occasionally spend time together. We mostly communicate by text in a chat group. Once in a while I get messages from them — mostly greetings or chats about general stuff, but nothing personal.  I’m … Read more