News Roundup, 10.2.26
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Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently…
- Parents gave tips on addressing school behavioral issues at home.
- The 19th reported on a new poll that found that support for federal childcare spending is particularly strong among Gen Z.
- The 19th also noted that Rep. LaMonica McIver has given birth to her second child. She is only the second Black woman to give birth while serving in Congress, and the first in more than 50 years.
- The Wall Street Journal [gift link] explained the Social Security dependent benefit, which goes to parents who have kids at older ages.
- Gallup reported that a record low 31% of Americans think a college education is “very important,” while as recently as 2013, 70% agreed with the statement.
- The New Yorker reviewed the new book Inconceivable: The Impossibility of Family in an Age of Uncertainty by Annie Louie Sussman.
- ICYMI: The New York Times [gift link] named the top 100 TV shows of the 21st century.
- Your Laugh of the Week comes from McSweeney’s, with “I’m Going to Have a Third Cup of Coffee, and I Need Everyone to Respect My Decision.”
Also, do be sure to check out the news update over at Corporette!
On Corporette Recently…
- We asked readers what skincare they rave about to their friends.
- We talked about how to respond to patronizing comments at work.
- We discussed how to wear fall 2026’s trendy blazer.
