FTC Urges Parents to Talk With Children About Deepfakes and Online Safety
The FTC's October consumer alert gives parents practical ways to discuss deepfakes, boundaries and how to seek help when an intimate image is shared.
USDA and HUD Agree to Coordinate Rural Housing Reviews: What Changes
USDA and HUD signed an agreement to coordinate environmental reviews and examine joint inspections for housing projects. It does not create a new household benefit.
Catania Airport Reopens After Mount Etna Alert Is Lowered
Flights resumed at Catania Airport on September 29 after Mount Etna’s aviation alert was lowered from red to orange, the airport operator said.
Smoke Alarm Checklist: Where to Install, Test, and Replace Them
A room-by-room smoke alarm checklist: where alarms belong, how often to test them, when to replace batteries and units, and how to make an escape plan.
Create a Family Media Plan That Can Work in Real Life
Use the AAP’s child, content, calm, crowding out and communication framework to make practical family media rules.
Airport Carry-On Checklist: Liquids, ID and Batteries
Check TSA liquid limits, acceptable identification and battery packing rules before leaving for the airport.
Build a Home Emergency Kit Without Buying Everything at Once
A practical, low-cost way to build and maintain an emergency supply kit for your household’s actual needs.
Leftover Food Safety: The Two-Hour, Four-Day and 165°F Guide
USDA-based guidance for cooling, refrigerating, storing and reheating leftovers safely.
A Simple Weekly Meal-Planning Guide
Choose a few flexible meals, reuse ingredients, check your schedule and pantry, then build one organized shopping list.