Night Shift Probable Cause of Cancer
The International Agency for Research on Cancer is adding working the overnight shift to its list of probable carcinogens. People who work the graveyard shift may be at a higher risk of prostate and breast cancer, according to research.

Student Faces Battery Charges for Throwing Crayon at Teacher
A 14-year-old Florida student is facing a third-degree-battery charge after throwing a crayon at his teacher. Said his outraged mom: "I felt they really blew this out of proportion by charging my child with a misdemeanor and taking him to court.”

Does Your Child Have a Chance at Harvard?
The Wall Street Journal reports that students who attended private high schools are filling the lecture halls at prestigious universities—but students from international schools and public schools specializing in math and science are closing the gap. College admissions directors say that where your child goes to high school is still important, if you want him or her to score a seat in an Ivy League class.

Brad Pitt Says “No More Nude Scenes”
Actor Brad Pitt says he won't be showing skin on the silver screen anymore. Pitt, who has four children with actress Angelina Jolie, told a BBC interviewer, "I don't want to be embarrassed when my kids get old enough to see my films." That’s nice, Brad, but what about our needs? Stay tuned: More on this from Mom•Logic later today!