As Facebook Ages, is the Social Network Getting Boring?
Facebook's luster may be wearing off, as many users -- especially younger ones -- ask themselves whether the social network has become boring and too much like a chore.
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Is YouTube the New Radio?
Teens aren't consuming music the way that their parents do -- and it's not just the usual taste-related generation gap. An eye-opening Nielsen survey shows that teens are relying on YouTube to supply their tunes more than any other medium.
The Financial Upside to Buying Your Kid an iPad
How does this savvy business journalist justify buying a new iPad for an 11-year-old? Three ways that are educational, one way that's parental, and one -- believe it or not -- that's essentially financial.
Madonna Brings Edgy Teen Clothing to Macy's
Madonna and her 14-year-old daughter, Lourdes "Lola" Leon, have designed a juniors line for Macy's called Material Girl. But will the edgy style prove too sexy for teens -- and the parents they're shopping with?
Buying Your Teen's First Car: What You Need to Know
Buying your teen a first car is fraught with emotions, and even more laden with financial implications: Used or new? Who pays for what? How much input does the new driver get in the purchase decision? How can you get the best deal on insurance? We surveyed the experts to get those answers and more.
Recession Sobers Once Spendthrift Teens
Guess what the recession hath wrought: A little teen sobriety. According to a new survey, nine out of 10 teens say they were "affected by the recession," causing major shifts in perspective that include a greater appreciation for what they have and an increased awareness of financial hardship.
Tell Us Your Best Tips for Summer Road Trips
Summer vacation season is nearly here. Time to travel -- but how can we do it without draining our bank accounts? DailyFinance is asking our readers for advice: How do you save on road trips? What are your favorite low-cost places to visit? And what are your best tips for enjoying a summer vacation without bankrupting yourself.
Frugal Consumer: Three Home Theater Films for Teens
Today's pinched budgets mean many American families can%u2019t shell out as much as they once did to send teenagers to the movies. But there's a more affordable way to keep young people entertained: Soup up your home theater and screen some teen-friendly classics.
Another Rough Summer Ahead for Teen Jobs
Teens hoping for employment this summer aren't likely to find the job market much better than last year, when teenage job seekers experienced the weakest seasonal market in decades.
Jersey Shore, the Book?
MTV's Jersey Shore may bring in big numbers on TV. But recent attempts by the program's stars to become best-selling authors have met with, at best, modest success. And the same goes for other Jersey Shore-related books.
Young People's Favorite Brands: M&Ms, Google, Reese's
In the eyes of 8- to 24-year-old consumers, M&Ms are cooler than Google. That's according to a new poll by Harris Interactive, which found that sugary snacks made up four of that age group's top 10 favorite brands.
