parents

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Helin's parents are originally from Turkey, while Nils's mother is from Canada and he holds dual citizenship.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

In this week’s Don’t Short Yourself newsletter, Beth Pinsker lays out sound advice for parents and students on how to begin using credit cards.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

Those of us who grew up in the 1970s worked during the summer because we needed money for McDonald’s, guitar strings and gas for the car we borrowed from our parents.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Known for his mischievous humour and charm but also for his occasional plain-spoken combativeness, Hockney enjoyed a wide circle of friends while remaining close to his parents, whom he painted in several memorable portraits.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

Dad and Aunt Jen aren’t close to their parents at all, but the treehouse was a happy memory, I guess, and they wanted us to have one, too.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison