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Europe's teenage entrepreneur population jumped 10% since 2022, with nearly 69,000 young people aged 15-19 now running their own businesses. The Netherlands and Italy lead with over 12,000 and 11,000 teen entrepreneurs respectively, signaling fresh hope for youth employment across the continent.
More than 100 people gathered in Antrim, New Hampshire, to celebrate 75 volunteers who dedicate their time to enriching the lives of local teens. The teens themselves took center stage, sharing heartfelt stories of how volunteer piano teachers, cooking instructors, and clothing drive organizers changed their lives.
Nine-time Paralympic gold medalist Lord Chris Holmes is taking on the UK's shocking employment gap for blind people after the government declined his taskforce proposal. With only 27% of blind people employed compared to 83% of the general population, he's creating his own report to demand change.
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When hundreds of high schoolers showed up for senior skip day at Dawn Moore's beach wedding, they could have ruined everything. Instead, they cheered, quieted for the vows, and gave some teens their first glimpse of marriage.
Snapchat just made it safer for young teens to express themselves online. The app now limits public posts from 13-15 year olds, creating a friends-only space instead.
Instagram is bringing movie-style age ratings to social media in Malaysia, giving parents a framework they already understand. Teens under 18 now get automatic protections that mirror PG-13 cinema standards.
Libraries across America are turning young volunteers into community leaders while getting crucial help with programs and projects. The benefits flow both ways as teens gain real-world skills and librarians expand what they can offer.
A new study of over 2,000 teenagers reveals that regular, high-quality family dinners can reduce alcohol, cannabis, and vaping use by up to 34%. The simple act of eating together creates protective connections that help teens make healthier choices.
Ghana's Youth Ministry has put nearly 90,000 young people to work in the past year through government employment programs. Every participant is being paid on time, marking a major step forward in tackling youth unemployment.
Saudi Arabia's labor market transformation since 2015 shows female employment jumping from 11% to 32%, youth unemployment dropping dramatically, and the private sector now creating most new jobs. A new World Bank report reveals how a decade of reforms turned around attitudes toward work and opportunity.
One in five teens now turns to AI chatbots for mental health support, prompting researchers to outline safety rules before more harm occurs. New proposed protections could require age verification and emergency protocols to keep vulnerable young people safe.
YouTube just launched tools that let parents set time limits on Shorts or block them entirely, helping families manage screen time together. The update also includes bedtime reminders, easier account setup, and better content recommendations for teens.
More than 60 teen patients at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital got the full prom experience, complete with glam squads, limo rides, and a red carpet entrance. The "On Cloud 9" themed event gave young people facing serious health challenges a chance to just be normal teenagers for one magical night. #
A new federal law could help companies buy medicines directly from drugmakers, potentially lowering costs for millions of Americans. The reform forces pharmacy middlemen to reveal their fees and pass savings to employers.
A new electric bike lets parents lock top speeds with a PIN code, offering families a middle ground between teen independence and safety concerns. The Juiced Scrambler combines motorcycle-inspired styling with adjustable speed limits that can grow with a rider's maturity.
Two nonprofit institutions in Delaware County employ roughly 9,000 people and anchor the local economy alongside hundreds of other mission-driven organizations. This often-overlooked sector brings stability, imports funding, and creates jobs less vulnerable to economic shocks.
NBC News correspondent Tom Costello pulled a 17-year-old driver from a burning wreck on the Capital Beltway just moments before the vehicle exploded. With help from a surgeon and nurse who stopped to assist, the team rescued the teen who miraculously survived the 100 mph crash.
India's female employment rate has nearly doubled since 2017, jumping from 22% to 39% as more women find jobs and unemployment among women drops to just 3.1%. The transformation marks one of the fastest improvements in women's workforce participation globally.
A new teen magazine is bringing back the joy of print media for Gen Z, proving that sometimes the old ways connect us better than screens. Reese Witherspoon's Sunnie brand debuts its first limited-edition zine in Target stores nationwide on April 7.
Italy just hit its highest employment rate in years, with more than 185,000 new jobs created in 2025 while unemployment dropped to just 6.1%. The country's labor market is showing its strongest performance in recent memory, giving millions of Italians new reasons for optimism.
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