Cell phone bans in schools: 5 powerful reasons every state should adopt them
Opinion: dozens of states now restrict phones in class. Here is why every state should move to phone-free school days, and the best arguments against it.
Asif Jamal
Asif Jamal is the founder and editor of A1 Blogs, where he writes and edits coverage of world affairs, politics, business, technology, science, health, sports, entertainment and lifestyle.
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Lifestyle
How to save money on groceries: 15 simple tips that actually work
Grocery prices keep rising. Here are 15 simple habits that cut your bill, a sample budget week and where to find help if money is tight.
Entertainment
Best Halloween movies: 25 ultimate picks for families and horror fans
From Hocus Pocus to Hereditary, here are 25 Halloween movies for every age and mood, with ratings, double features and movie night tips.
Sports
MLB playoff format: how 12 teams fight for a title in 4 simple rounds
Twelve teams, byes for the top seeds and a best-of-three opening round. Here is how the MLB postseason works, round by round.
Health
Heart attack symptoms in women: 8 warning signs you should never ignore
Chest pain is not the only sign. Here are eight heart attack symptoms women should know, how they differ from men and what to do right away.
Science
How to see the northern lights in the US: 7 proven tips for amazing views
Strong solar storms have brought the aurora far south. Here is where and when to look in the US, how to read the forecast and how to photograph it.
Technology
How to spot a scam text: 9 warning signs and the best ways to stay safe
Unpaid tolls, lost packages, fake bank alerts. Here are the nine signs of a scam text, the scams going around now and what to do if you clicked.
Business
How to start an LLC: 8 simple steps to protect your business
A plain guide to forming an LLC in any state: the eight steps, the real costs, how it is taxed and the mistakes that cost new owners money.
World
G20 summit 2026: 7 critical things to know as Miami hosts a tense meeting
The US hosts the G20 in Miami this December, with South Africa shut out and a narrower agenda. Here is what to know and why it matters.
Politics
2026 midterm elections: 7 critical facts that could decide who wins Congress
Every House seat, 35 Senate seats and 36 governors are on the ballot Nov. 3. Here is what is at stake, why new maps matter and how to vote.
News
Daylight saving time 2026: when clocks fall back and 7 simple tips for an easy switch
Clocks fall back one hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1. Here is what changes, which states skip it, where the fight to end it stands and how to adjust.
Politics
28th Amendment explained: 5 critical changes and why they are controversial
Local governments, the NFC Award and provincial powers: a plain guide to what the proposed 28th Amendment could change, and what each side argues.
Sports
Pakistan at Asian Games 2026: 4 bronzes and a powerful gold hope
Four bronze medals, a squash revival and Arshad Nadeem's javelin final on Monday. Here is how Pakistan is doing at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan.