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13 Reasons Why writer defends graphic suicide scene
Series writer Nic Sheff says he stands behind controversial teen drama 13 Reasons Why.
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Monkey Magic reboot series is on its way
Fans of Monkey Magic rejoice! There's a reboot for the kids.
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'13 Reasons Why' depicts a graphic suicide - and experts say there's a problem with that
Some suicide prevention experts say the series could do more harm than good.
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Meet the 15-year-old voice of Peppa Pig
Harley Bird was only five years old when she took on the role of a lifetime.
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Seven gambles on kids' talent show Little Big Shot to boost ratings
Funnyman Shane Jacobson believes his next project will break the mould when it comes to children-themed reality TV.
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Sia heads to Sesame Street and it's too cute
It's cute and catchy and you'll be hearing it even when it's not playing.
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'Sesame Street' to introduce Julia, a muppet with autism
She's the wide-eyed little Muppet with a big smile who has made it to Sesame Street. Her name is Julia and she has autism.
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Why Netflix is to blame for your dwindling sex life
Feel like you're seeing less action than you used to? Apparently there's a reason for that.
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Stranger Things 2 trailer: the questions we're all asking
...and we have so many questions. Warning: if you haven't seen Season 1, there are spoilers within.
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Seven-year-old's Taylor Swift impersonation is impressive, but is it appropriate?
A seven-year-old British girl is causing a stir online after appearing on the Philippine talent show Your Face Sounds Familiar.
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Children's TV is so much better than the rubbish for grown-ups
After an intensive few months watching children's television with my young son I have come to the conclusion that our kids have access to much better shows than adults – at least on the free-to-air networks.
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