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Let the kids play: Risky activities benefit children, paediatric society says – National

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Children’s playtime shouldn’t be as safe as possible, doctors say. Recommendations published Thursday by the Canadian Paediatric Society said “risky play,” defined as any “thrilling and exciting free play … that involves the possibility of physical injury,” can improve physical, mental and social health. “We now know that children need to experience risk in their … Read more

What’s The Best Winter Vehicle?

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Photo: Zero Creatives (Getty Images) Much of the East Coast just got its first real (read: vaguely measurable) snowfall in two years, and it got me thinking about something: winter cars. But, not just any old winter beaters. Where’s the fun in that? Where’s the hope for something better? No, no. A winter beater will … Read more