"Play nicely, children!" For kids who don't know each other, a parental instruction like this can be hard to follow. New research has shown that the way to help children overcome their initial ...

A mom and science writer offers an operating manual for parents grappling with kids' screen use and cravings for sweets.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with live music and dancing, nerd out at Awesome Con, or feast on discounted pizza on Pi Day.

Colorado gears up for St. Patrick's Day with celebrations in Denver, Colorado Springs and more, showcasing parades and Celtic ...

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For decades, parents were told to help children build willpower like a muscle, to resist things like junk food and too much time on their screens. But new research suggests a better strategy.

I don’t believe in New Year’s resolutions. But whether you’re a skeptic like me or you diligently make one or more resolutions each year, getting on a streak can help you reach whatever goal you set.

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Researchers have uncovered a molecular trick used by hornwort plants that could help future crops capture carbon dioxide more efficiently. A unique protein feature called RbcS-STAR causes the key ...

Chief meteorologist Mark Dixon checks out a new interactive exhibit in the Connecticut Science Center's Forces in Motion area. Chief meteorologist Mark Dixon learns how to pop a balloon with an orange ...

A 17-year-old whiz kid whose Southern California home was at the center of an FBI and hazmat squad probe last week said the search was all because of his science experiment.