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What I've Learned From My Autistic Brothers

Faith Jegede tells the moving and funny story of growing up with her two brothers, both autistic - and both extraordinary.  In five minutes he draws on her experiences to spread awareness and understanding about this increasingly common diagnosis.  Recommended

Are Kids Becoming Internet Porn Addicts?

Children as young as 11 are being given "unrealistic expectations" of sex after being exposed to internet pornography, according to new research.  Academics warned that it was 'common practice' for schoolchildren to become desensitized to sexual images after accessing hardcore images at an early age.

Op-Ed: Our Children Need a Commissioner

Interesting item from the National Post by Dr. Micheal Shevell, Pediatrician-in-Chief of Montreal Children's Hospital- McGill University Health Center.

Argentina Lowers Voting Age to 16

Argentinean lawmakers have lowered the country's voting age to 16 from 18.  Voting is compulsory for Argentineans between the ages of 18 and 70, but it will be voluntary for 16 and 17 year olds under the new law.

Where Do Your Charitable Dollars Go?

How do we make sure that development and aid money actually goes to the people who most need it?  Sanjay Pradhan of the World Bank Institute lays out three guidelines to help relief efforts make the most impact - while curbing corruption.

Twenty Successful Nonprofits Started by Students

Many business schools have recently made a significant shift in emphasis from moulding middle management to acting as incubators for start-ups.  Here are 20 amazing philanthropic organizations that began as student projects and are now going on to change their communities and the planet.

Study:  How Internet Use Affects Youth

According to a new Pew Internet study, today's youth are using the internet in a positive way when it comes to research. But while the internet offers these youth unprecedented access to a wealth of information, it also tends to distract them.  Additionally, the study found that the Internet is growing faster than these kids can keep up in terms of literacy.  Fascinating new research.