This CSS code defines a custom font family called “Guardian Headline Full” with multiple font weights and styles. It specifies different font files in WOFF2, WOFF, and TrueType formats for each variation, including light, regular, medium, and semibold weights, each with normal and italic styles. The font files are hosted on the Guardian’s website.This CSS code defines several font families for the Guardian Headline and Guardian Titlepiece fonts, specifying their sources in different formats (WOFF2, WOFF, and TrueType) along with their font weights and styles. It also includes responsive design rules for the main content column, adjusting margins and widths for various screen sizes to ensure proper layout on different devices. For example, on wider screens, the main column gets a left margin, and elements like atoms, showcases, and immersive content have their maximum widths set accordingly to maintain readability and visual appeal.This appears to be CSS code defining styles for a website’s interactive content layout. It includes rules for column borders, element spacing, typography, and responsive design for different screen sizes. The code specifies colors, padding, margins, and special formatting for elements like drop caps in paragraphs.For specific elements like paragraphs following horizontal rules in articles, comments, and features, remove top padding.
Limit the width of pullquotes in these sections to 620 pixels.
In showcase elements across various article types, keep captions in their normal position, spanning the full width up to 620 pixels.
Make immersive elements span the full viewport width, accounting for scrollbars.
On screens up to 71.24em wide, cap immersive elements at 978 pixels and add 10px side padding to captions. Between 30em and 71.24em, increase this padding to 20px.
For screens between 46.25em and 61.24em, set immersive elements to a maximum width of 738 pixels.
On devices up to 46.24em wide, remove left margin and align immersive elements to the left edge. Between 30em and 46.24em, adjust the left margin to -20px and maintain 20px side padding for captions.
For furniture wrappers on larger screens (61.25em and up), use a grid layout with defined columns and rows. Style headlines with a top border, position meta information relatively with top padding, and adjust standfirst content with specific margins, font sizes, and link styles that include underlining with custom colors and offsets. Initially, add a top border to the first paragraph in standfirst, but remove it on screens 71.25em and wider.
Also, on larger screens, remove left margin from figures and set inline elements to a maximum width of 630 pixels. For screens 71.25em and above, adjust the grid template columns accordingly.The layout uses a grid with columns and rows defined for different screen sizes. For medium screens, columns are divided into sections for the title, headline, meta information, standfirst, and portrait, with specific row heights. On larger screens, the column and row structure adjusts, with the meta section’s top border widening and the standfirst’s left border shifting.
Headlines have a maximum width and font size that change with screen size, becoming larger and narrower on bigger screens. Some decorative lines are hidden on larger displays, while social and comment elements in the meta section adopt the border color from the header.
The standfirst is indented with a left border and has specific font styling, with top padding added on medium screens. The main media area is positioned in the portrait grid area, with full width and adjusted margins on larger screens, and it expands to the viewport width on small screens with left margins adjusted accordingly. Captions are set to absolute positioning.The caption for images is positioned at the bottom with padding, a background color, and text color. It spans the full width without a margin at the bottom and has a minimum height. Some elements within the caption are hidden or displayed based on their type, with one hidden and another taking up most of the width.
On larger screens, the caption’s padding increases. A button for the caption is placed at the bottom right, circular in shape, and adjusts its position on bigger screens.
For interactive content, headings are limited in width. On iOS and Android devices, specific colors are set for dark mode and features, adjusting based on user preferences.
On these devices, the first letter of the first paragraph after certain elements is styled with a secondary color, and headers have no height. The furniture wrapper, which includes elements like captions, has reduced padding at the top.For iOS and Android devices, the following styles apply to feature, standard, and comment articles:
– Content labels use bold Guardian or Georgia fonts in a specific color and are capitalized.
– Headlines are 32px, bold, have 12px bottom padding, and use a dark gray color.
– Images are positioned relatively, span nearly the full screen width, and adjust their height automatically.
– Image elements and links have transparent backgrounds and match the screen width.
– Standfirst sections have top and bottom padding with a right margin offset.
– Paragraphs within standfirst sections inherit these styles.For the standfirst text, use the font family: Guardian Headline, Guardian Egyptian Web, Guardian Headline Full, Georgia, serif.
On iOS and Android devices, within feature, standard, and comment article containers, links in the standfirst should have the new pillar color, no background image, underlined text with a 6px offset, and a border color matching the header border, without any bottom border. When hovered over, the underline color should change to the new pillar color.
Also, in these containers on both iOS and Android, the meta section should have no margin, and elements like byline, author names, and related links should be styled accordingly.For Android devices, the author’s name and byline in article furniture elements are styled with a specific color variable. On both iOS and Android, the miscellaneous metadata section in furniture wrappers has no padding, and any SVG icons within it use the same color variable for their stroke.
The caption button in showcase elements is displayed as a flex container, centered with specific dimensions and positioning. The main article body has horizontal padding, and standard image figures (excluding thumbnails and immersive types) span the full viewport width minus padding and scrollbar, with automatic height adjustment. Their captions maintain consistent styling.For iOS and Android devices, the following styles apply to feature, standard, and comment article containers:
– Immersive images span the full viewport width, accounting for scrollbars.
– Quoted blockquotes use the new pillar color for their decorative elements.
– Links in prose are styled with the primary pillar color, underlined with a specific offset and color from the header border, changing to the new pillar color on hover.
In dark mode:
– Furniture wrappers have a dark gray background.
– Content labels adopt the new pillar color.
– Headlines remove their background and use the header border color for text.
– Standfirst paragraphs and their links also use the header border color.For iOS and Android devices, the following styling rules apply to various article containers:
– Links in the standfirst section and author bylines are colored using the new pillar color variable.
– Icons in the meta section use the new pillar color for their stroke.
– Captions for showcase images are displayed in the dateline color.
– Quoted text within the article body adopts the new pillar color.
– The main content areas of articles, including feature, standard, and comment pieces, are styled consistently across both platforms.This CSS code sets a dark background for specific containers on Android devices and styles the first letter of paragraphs following certain elements on iOS devices.This appears to be a CSS selector targeting the first letter of paragraphs following specific elements within article containers on iOS and Android devices. The selector applies to various article types (feature, standard, comment) and accounts for different content structures and sign-in gate elements.For Android devices, the first letter of specific paragraphs in comment articles will appear in white or a designated new color. On both iOS and Android, comment article introductions have a top padding of 24 pixels with no top margin. Headings within articles are set at 24 pixels, with caption buttons having slight padding variations between operating systems.
In dark mode, text and link colors adjust for better readability, while branding elements remain visible. Both iOS and Android use a white background, with labels and headlines in a bold font. Article subheadings are typically light, but become bold if they contain strong emphasis.
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Photograph: Tim Alexander/The Guardian
Getting out of the house
Smart speakers serve as a helpful parenting tool, from setting timers—which children tend to obey—to assisting with homework via Alexa when put on the spot. Reader Katie Matthews has found a clever workaround: “I used to nag repeatedly to get the kids out the door. Now, our Google speaker gives a five-minute warning, signaling them to wrap up their last-minute dawdling. When it’s time to go, it announces, ‘Shoes on, let’s go!’ This has truly revolutionized our mornings.”
Mealtime musts
Convincing a child to eat a lovingly prepared meal can feel like a struggle. However, this next tip comes highly recommended and tested.Author Holly Bourne shares a breakfast breakthrough: “Making ‘ice cream’ for my daughter by blending avocado, banana, strawberries, and full-fat Greek yogurt has been transformative. We involve her in the process so she sees exactly what goes into the blender—it’s crucial not to deceive kids about healthy eating. Surprisingly, she doesn’t mind the healthy ingredients once they turn into her favorite treat.”
While many worry about snacking, reader Sarah de Malplaquet found a solution: offering her six-year-old a plate of raw veggies before dinner. “He happily eats vegetables he’d normally refuse at mealtime, reducing pressure during dinner since we know he’s already had his share.”
For tense dinner situations, Sue from Norwich recommends: “When dividing a treat between two boys, have one cut it and the other choose their half first.”
Some parents find success by delegating cooking duties. Jo from Berkshire explains: “My son learned to make cheese omelets from his grandmother at age seven. Now he eagerly prepares breakfast for the family, feeling responsible and grown-up—a true parenting victory.”
For day trips, Nadia from London suggests a museum game: “We visit the gift shop first where each child picks three postcards. Then they search for the corresponding artworks, sharing details from the cards or gallery plaques. We end by voting for favorites in the café.”
Deb from Dorset advises letting children choose outings: “They’re thrilled to decide. With multiple kids, establish a strict rotation—children value fairness. Younger ones often pick the last option, so place your preference there.”
Regarding hygiene, Pip from London recommends: “‘Try three times, then ask for help’ works wonders, especially for wiping.” Caroline from Derby adds: “Use a high chair to trim baby nails—it frees both hands to hold wiggly arms and works for toothbrushing and medicine too.”
For bath time, Anna from Manchester proposes: “Challenge them to get in before you count to ten, rewarding them with a silly dance.” To ease exit, Catherine from Birmingham shares: “We say goodbye to bath toys as the water drains, making the transition to bedtime smoother.”
For sunscreen struggles, Carly suggests: “Use a tanning mitt to apply sunscreen—it’s quick, even, and covers the whole body in 30 seconds.”
To combat parenting monotony, Julia Pegg from Sheffield mentions breaking the routine during repetitive activities like reading “Paw Patrol” for the 87th time.In Adventure Bay, I picture myself as a minor celebrity on CBeebies Bedtime Story. I gaze into the “camera” and deliver the performance of a lifetime. Suddenly, I can effortlessly switch voices, adjust tone and inflection, and express every emotion I can summon. It might sound silly, but it truly breaks the monotony.
Sean, a headteacher and father of two, shares a mindset that helps him: “I remind myself that one day they won’t ask me to play Lego or dinosaurs—that makes me cherish these moments while they last.”
Toothbrush troubles? Reader Megan says, “My two-year-old used to hate brushing her teeth. Now, I pretend to be a vet, and she picks which animal to be. I brush her teeth while she roars like a lion or tiger, and we have a blast!”
Hannah Ostroumoff from Bristol found that using a tiny speck of toothpaste instead of the recommended pea-sized amount worked “like magic” for her son. She gradually increases it as he gets used to it.
When kids are misbehaving, Katharine from Exeter follows a friend’s advice: “Take them outside or put them in water, like a bath or with a water gun. Changing the scene really helps calm things down.”
Emily from London plays “you’re not allowed to laugh” when her three children act up. They can be as upset as they want, but they mustn’t laugh. “If they smile or giggle, we tease, ‘No laughing, you’re supposed to be cross!’ Soon, they’re all laughing hysterically. I don’t know why it works, but it’s saved me many times.”
For older kids, Jo from Berkshire uses a Dragons’ Den-style system. “We have ‘approved’ and ‘denied’ stamps. If the kids want something, they write a proposal—great for my dyslexic son who dislikes writing—and submit it. Then they get a stamp with the decision.”
Getting kids to open up about worries is a common parental concern. For teens, Vic from London says, “When my daughters are stressed, I ask if they want advice or just a listener. Most times, they just want me to listen. It helps them vent, and I understand their lives better.”
During primary years, Ainslie from Bristol swears by “golden time” at bedtime. After stories and teeth brushing, they snuggle, and the kids can say or ask anything without fear of judgment. They don’t always use it, but it’s there if needed.
Author and podcast host Lorraine Candy suggests a simple change when chatting with teens: “Ask, ‘How do you feel today?’ instead of ‘What did you do today?'”
Staying in touch with teenagers can be tricky. Candy’s trick for getting replies is a game-changer. “They often ignore questions about where they are or what they’re doing. But send a picture—like the dog in her room or a sibling doing something silly—and they reply. Questions can feel intrusive, but photos feel like sharing.”Photos of home life offer comfort and reassurance, strengthening their bond with you and sparking the conversations you hope to have.
Managing Screen Time Complaints
While many of us take away iPads with the excuse that they “need charging,” Chloe from London has elevated this approach. She installed an inexpensive Wi-Fi smart plug behind her TV, allowing her to turn it off remotely via a phone app. “No more struggling to grab the remote from their hands or dealing with tantrums,” she explains. “Now it just seems like the TV turns itself off after a certain amount of time.”
Lauren from Essex also recommends disabling the Wi-Fi. “Sometimes I claim it’s not working,” she says. “I regularly change the screen-time passwords too, since they always figure them out. Often, I simply hide the iPads—and then forget where I put them, which is an added bonus.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Of course Here is a list of helpful and naturalsounding FAQs about effective parenting tips covering everything from veggies to screen time
General Parenting Behavior
Q How can I get my child to actually listen to me without yelling
A Get down to their eye level use a calm but firm voice and keep your instructions simple and direct Instead of Clean your room try Please put your toys in the bin
Q Whats a good way to handle tantrums especially in public
A Stay calm Acknowledge their feeling Offer a hug or quietly move to a less stimulating place until they calm down Consistency is key
Q My kids are constantly fighting with each other What can I do
A Try not to take sides Instead describe the problem and encourage them to find a solution like setting a timer for turns This teaches conflict resolution
Healthy Eating Mealtime
Q How do I encourage my picky eater to try new vegetables
A Dont force it Repeated lowpressure exposure is most effective Serve a tiny portion of the new veggie alongside familiar foods Eat the same vegetables yourself and show you enjoy them
Q Is the onebite rule a good idea
A It can create power struggles A gentler approach is the Nothankyou bite where they try one small bite to politely decide if they like it with no pressure to finish it
Q What are some sneaky ways to add more veggies to my kids diet
A Blend spinach or cauliflower into smoothies grate zucchini into pasta sauce or meatballs and make veggiebased soups The goal however is to also help them learn to enjoy veggies in their whole form
Q My child only wants to eat snacks and refuses meals Help
A Establish a routine with set meal and snack times Offer balanced snacks so theyre still getting nutrients and avoid letting them graze all day which ruins their appetite for meals
Screen Time Technology
Q How much screen time is okay for my child
