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Movie Monday: ‘Captain America’ Wins Again Despite Drop
Captain America: Brave New World hit some turbulence this weekend. But in the end, it still had enough altitude to glide to a second-straight win.
On the Radar: Fine Motor Skills, ‘Chuzz’ and the ‘Nocebo Effect’
Screens are affecting kids’ developing fine motor skills. “Chuzz” is yet another way to insult women and teen girls online. Has your teen fallen victim to the “nocebo effect?”
The Theology of … Halo
Whether you’re blasting aliens or blowing up Halo rings, in Halo, you’re bound to run into some religion along the way.
Episode 274: Biopics and ‘The Unbreakable Boy’
What is your favorite biopic? What’s the one that fell flat? Are you planning on seeing The Unbreakable Boy?
Movie Monday: ‘Captain America’ Soars to Win
Captain America: Brave New World flapped its vibranium wings to an estimated $88.5 million in North America—ahead of expert predictions.
On the Radar: Let Them, Grandma Hobbies and New Instagram Comments Features
Should teens follow the “let them” mindset? What are “grandma hobbies”? What do parents need to know about Instagram’s new comments features?
Plugged In Movie Awards: Best Christian Movies (2025)
The Plugged In Movie Awards are back. This week, our nominations for Best Christian Movies!
Episode 273: Paddington in Peru! Plus, It’s Time to Deal With Those Screens. (No, Really.)
Everything families need to know about Screen Fast 2025 and Paddington in Peru!
Three Surprising Benefits of a “Screen Fast”
Maybe you’re wondering why a fast from screens would be a good thing to do. Here are three surprising benefits of doing a screen fast …
Movie Monday: ‘Dog Man’ Wags to Another Win
Dog Man barked to a second straight box-office victory, earning just an estimated $13.7 million in North America.
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