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THE DIGITAL DANGER ZONE How to Keep Your Kids Safe Online
As parents, there’s nothing more important than ensuring your child is safe from harm. When we think about protecting children, we picture car seats, helmets, and locked cabinets. But in today’s climate, one of the biggest risks to children’s safety doesn’t come from the street or playground; it comes from a screen. The internet has become a crucial part of daily life for kids. They use it for school, games, and communication with friends. While there are many benefits of the internet for our children, there are just as many real dangers. If they spend enough time online, they’ll eventually be exposed to things like cyberbullying, inappropriate content, and predators. Even if they escape the dangers that threaten their physical, mental, and emotional safety, they can still become addicted to screen time. Many parents know that these risks exist, but aren’t sure when to step in when trying to protect their kids. Since November is Child Safety Protection Month, it’s a good opportunity to find practical ways to help keep your children safe online. Before you can develop strong strategies, you need to familiarize yourself with the potential risks your child may face when using the internet. Here are five of the most common: Predators and Fake Friends: Not everyone online is who they claim to be. Kids are especially vulnerable to strangers posing as peers. Cyberbullying: Unlike the schoolyard, bullying online can follow a child home and interfere with their lives 24/7. Content Exposure: You never know what your child will stumble upon on YouTube or TikTok. Even with filters, kids can still discover violent, explicit, or harmful media. Privacy Concerns: Children often overshare personal information, not realizing it could be misused.
Now that you know the risks, you can develop some strategies to keep your kids safe. Still don’t know where to start? Here are six ideas you can implement at home: Keep devices in shared spaces: Instead of letting kids disappear into bedrooms with laptops or phones, set a family rule that screens stay in common areas. Having visibility on your kids will prevent risky behavior. Teach kids the “Pause Rule” before posting: Encourage your children to stop and ask, “Would I be okay with this post being on a billboard?” If not, then they shouldn’t share it. Have ongoing conversations: Don’t just swoop in when there is a problem. Children open up more when parents talk regularly about what they’re doing online. Ask who they’re playing games with or what they’re looking up online. Use parental controls, but don’t rely on them: Filtering software and parental control apps help, but aren’t foolproof. Think of them as training wheels, not a permanent solution. Set clear boundaries: Establish daily limits on screen time and create tech-free zones around the house. Model good tech habits: Kids will notice when you establish rules and don’t follow them yourself. If you don’t allow your kids to use their phones at the dinner table, you shouldn’t either. Demonstrating healthy online behavior makes your rules more credible. The digital world isn’t going away, and neither are the risks. With consistent rules, open communication, and a little vigilance, parents can dramatically reduce the dangers their children face online. Child Safety Protection Month is the perfect reminder that keeping kids safe today means protecting them not just on the streets, but also on their screens.
–Brad Scott
Screen Time Dependence: Excessive time online can impact sleep, mood, and focus.
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Members of Generation Z may find it difficult to believe that people used plug-in alarm clocks to help them get up on time in the morning. However, that seemingly archaic means of timekeeping has nothing on how people managed wake-up time before cellphones, and even electricity, as we use it today, became staples of daily life. In the 4th century BCE, the Greek philosopher Plato created a method to ensure students at his academy, which once counted Aristotle among its pupils, woke up at the correct time each day. To perfect a foolproof system, he turned to a surprising tool: water. He constructed a set of clocks that operated using two basins. One basin would slowly empty into the other throughout the night; when the second basin was full, rattling pebbles or whistling air awakened students from their slumber. Known as klepsydra (or “water thief”) clocks, these timekeepers were astonishingly accurate. About a century later, Greek inventor Ctesibius of Alexandria expanded on Plato’s design by incorporating mechanics that produced sounds not unlike those of the more modern cuckoo clock. Ctesibius’ version remained popular until the pendulum clock emerged in the 1650s. Although Plato often gets credit for creating aquatic-based alarms, some variation of the klepsydra concept allegedly dates back to at least the 16th century BCE. Archaeologists uncovered a tomb inscription detailing how an Egyptian court official of the era devised a similar system. Regardless of its definitive inventor, the water clock roused people long before phone apps, proving that nature often provides solutions to problems centuries before human technology catches up. While the water clock was undoubtedly an imaginative masterstroke, it is still reasonable to argue that the “snooze” button remains the most critical time-related creation known to man. Before Smartphones, There Was Water Getting Out of Bed Long Before the Snooze Button
Politics, playbooks, and personal growth collide in these episodes, where tough challenges meet bold choices and surprising opportunities. STORM CHASERS AND STORYTELLERS: SCOT PILIÉ’S WEATHER WORLD Meteorologist and New Orleans native Scot Pilié blends forecasting with digital storytelling. David talks with him about newsroom hurricane coverage, building a career outside the traditional path, and why social media became his second stage. LIFE OFF THE STRAIGHT LINE: PAUL FAUST’S UNBOXED ADVENTURES Paul Faust proves that unexpected turns lead to extraordinary experiences. From The Office to firefighting, Paul shares how saying “yes” to the unknown shaped his life. David digs into how Paul faces anxiety, why gratitude changes everything, and the business of selling memorable phone numbers. CITY HALL STORM: MAYOR LATOYA CANTRELL INDICTED Mayor LaToya Cantrell faces 11 federal counts, including wire fraud and obstruction of justice. David and Brad break down allegations of deleted messages and misuse of funds, and what this means for New Orleans politics. FOURTH AND LONG: SAINTS SEASON PREVIEW WITH CHRIS ROSVOGLOU The Saints enter the season with more questions than answers. Saints’ reporter Chris Rosvoglou joins David to cover QB battles, roster depth, Spencer Rattler’s QB1 nod, and realistic This Month on the Podcast: Scandals, Saints, and Silver Linings
expectations for the year ahead. FIREPROOF FOUNDATIONS: MIKE MORSE ON CULTURE AND GROWTH
Mike Morse, founder of Michigan’s largest personal injury firm and author of Fireproof , shares lessons from growing a team from 25 to 240 employees. He and David discuss culture, coaching, leadership, and learning from mistakes.
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Retirement is a well-earned chapter in life, but transitioning to it can feel like stepping into the unknown. After decades of routines built around work, it’s easy to feel adrift. Fortunately, structure can go a long way in finding your freedom. START WITH PURPOSE Waking up with something to look forward to is one of the simplest ways to infuse your day with purpose. Whether it’s reading the newspaper, taking a morning walk, or working toward a long-held dream, these purposeful starts add rhythm to your day. Set small goals that excite you: Learn a new hobby, volunteer in your community, or dive into a creative project you’ve always wanted to try. Learning and progress feel good at any age. BALANCE PLANNING WITH PLAY Planning isn’t about creating a rigid schedule; it’s about sprinkling your calendar with things you love. Doctor appointments and errands can sit comfortably beside lunch dates, gardening time, or a painting session. Mix the predictable with the spontaneous. After all, retirement is your time, so make it flexible and fun. FIND YOUR RHYTHM IN RETIREMENT Build a Retirement Routine That Feels Right
New Year’s Eve: Celebrate Big and Ride Easy
Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers is giving back this holiday season with our Second Annual Uber Voucher Campaign . We’re donating $10,000 in Uber vouchers to help keep you and
your loved ones safe as you ring in the new year. Rides are valid within the Fox 8 WVUE viewing area between 5 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and 10 a.m. on New Year’s Day . Each voucher covers ONE one- way ride to a safe destination, with a maximum value of $20 per person . You must be 18 or older , and there’s a limit of one voucher per person while supplies last. Follow our social media channels to see how to sign up and claim your ride. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate responsibly and safely!
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REIMAGINE YOUR ROUTINE Establishing new routines adds a sense of comfort and control. A consistent morning routine, complete with your favorite breakfast and a bit of movement, can kick-start your day with energy and intention. End your day with a relaxing ritual to wind down, reflect, or connect with loved ones. KEEP IT FRESH Avoid falling into autopilot mode. Challenge yourself to try something new regularly, whether exploring a new walking path, attending a local workshop, or picking up a new skill. Your retirement life should be anything but dull. This is your time to thrive!
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Keeping Kids Safe in the Digital Age
New Year’s Eve: Celebrate Big and Ride Easy Reimagine a Retirement Routine That Works for You What Snooze Button? The Ingenious Ways People Used to Wake Up OVERRULED Podcast
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The Caribbean Woman With the World’s Rarest Blood Type The World’s Rarest Blood Type
The Only Match? Herself
You’ve heard of A, B, AB, and O, but have you heard of Gwada Negative? Odds are you haven’t, and for good reason: It belongs to just one person on the planet.
passed down by both of the woman’s parents. The result? A blood type so rare that the woman is only compatible with herself. Now dubbed Gwada Negative, this new type has captured the attention of scientists worldwide. It’s a medical unicorn, a reminder that plenty of mystery still runs through our veins. This discovery adds a new branch to the blood type family tree and highlights how critical diversity is in blood research. Who knows? A revolutionary find could be sitting quietly in someone’s bloodstream, waiting to be uncovered during a routine checkup. So, the next time you roll up your sleeves for a blood draw, remember that your body might be more unique than you think!
After over a decade of research, scientists in France have officially classified this ultra- rare blood type as the 48th recognized
blood group. The discovery started with a seemingly routine blood draw in 2011 from a woman originally from the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe, affectionately called “Gwada” by locals. What followed was anything but routine.
Researchers first spotted a strange antibody in 2011, so they knew it was unusual, but lacked the resources to investigate further. Years later, thanks to advances in DNA sequencing, they finally traced it back to a unique genetic mutation
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