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MSU students working to invent new type of concrete to help Michigan roads

MSU students working to invent new type of concrete to help Michigan roads

MSU students working to invent new type of concrete to help Michigan roads
Business|Education|Food

The Mill Cafe, a student-run coffee shop, opens with plenty of real-world experiences

The Mill Cafe, a student-run coffee shop, opens with plenty of real-world experiences

The Mill Cafe, a student-run coffee shop, opens with plenty of real-world experiences
Crime|Education|Technology|US

Florida Poly students create bodycam device for police

Florida Poly students create bodycam device for police

Florida Poly students create bodycam device for police
Education|US

Nancy Leftenant-Colon, who was the first Black woman in Army Nurse Corps, has died

The first Black woman to join the U.S. Army Nurse Corps after the military was desegregated in the 1940s has died

Nancy Leftenant-Colon, who was the first Black woman in Army Nurse Corps, has died
Education|Sports

Canball! See what's been one school's tradition for more than 50 years

Canball! See what's been one school's tradition for more than 50 years

Canball! See what's been one school's tradition for more than 50 years
Crime|Education|US

Teen fatally shoots a female student and himself at Antioch High School in Nashville, police say

Police say a shooting at a Nashville high school has left one student dead and another woulded

Teen fatally shoots a female student and himself at Antioch High School in Nashville, police say
Crime|Education|US

Here's what we know about the Nashville high school shooting

CNN's Brynn Gingras reports on the shooting at Antioch High School in Nashville, Tennessee. The Covenant School, also located in Nashville, suffered a mass shooting in 2023.

Here's what we know about the Nashville high school shooting
Crime|Education|US

Nashville high school shooter posted online writings and partially livestreamed attack, social media posts show

Nashville high school shooter posted online writings and partially livestreamed attack, social media posts show

Nashville high school shooter posted online writings and partially livestreamed attack, social media posts show
Health|Education|Lifestyle

Find your flow: Five strategies for prioritizing tasks with ADHD

Rula identifies the challenges of ADHD when it comes to prioritization and offers strategies and steps to overcome this.

Find your flow: Five strategies for prioritizing tasks with ADHD
Education|Science|World

Doorbell camera catches rare footage of meteorite striking home’s front walkway

Doorbell camera catches rare footage of meteorite striking home’s front walkway

Doorbell camera catches rare footage of meteorite striking home’s front walkway
Business|Education|Political|US

What is DEI, and why is it dividing America?

What is DEI, and why is it dividing America?

What is DEI, and why is it dividing America?
Arts|Education|Entertainment|US|World

Anne Frank exhibit in NYC recreates rooms family hid in during World War II

Anne Frank exhibit in NYC recreates rooms family hid in during World War II

Anne Frank exhibit in NYC recreates rooms family hid in during World War II
Education|Health|Science|US

Philanthropy provides $30B annually for science and health research − funding that tends to stay local

Nearly 40% of all gifts and grants and 60% of the total number of dollars given backed initiatives based in the foundation’s own state.

Philanthropy provides $30B annually for science and health research − funding that tends to stay local
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|US

Los Angeles wildfires spark interest in adobe, natural building materials

Marialyce Pedersen stood in a white Tyvek suit on her Altadena, California, lot leveled by this month's wildfires.

Los Angeles wildfires spark interest in adobe, natural building materials
Asia|Education|MidEast|Political|World

Afghans who fled Taliban rule urge Trump to lift refugee program suspension

Afghans who fled after the Taliban seized power have appealed to President Donald Trump to exempt them from an order suspending the relocation of refugees to the United States, some saying they risked their lives to support U.S. troops

Afghans who fled Taliban rule urge Trump to lift refugee program suspension
Asia|Education|MidEast|Political|World

Aid chief says US aid pause 'disastrous' for Afghanistan

The head of a major humanitarian organisation said U.S.

Aid chief says US aid pause 'disastrous' for Afghanistan
Business|Education|Europe|Food

London cafe gives workers with learning disabilities a 'fair shot'

From the hiss of steam warming milk, the clank of emptying used coffee grounds and the chatter of customers, Fair Shot is like any another London coffee shop, but

London cafe gives workers with learning disabilities a 'fair shot'
Education|Political|US

Trump won't ban immigration arrests at school. Some families are now weighing school attendance

As President Donald Trump cracks down on immigrants in the U.S. illegally, some families are wondering if it is safe to send their children to school

Trump won't ban immigration arrests at school. Some families are now weighing school attendance
Business|Education|Political|US

Key directives in Trump DEI executive order for government, private sector

U.S.

Key directives in Trump DEI executive order for government, private sector
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Harvard University settles two antisemitism lawsuits one day after Trump takes office

Harvard University settles two antisemitism lawsuits one day after Trump takes office

Harvard University settles two antisemitism lawsuits one day after Trump takes office
Crime|Education|Political|US

Trump says ICE can arrest people at churches and schools, directs agency to use ‘common sense’

Trump says ICE can arrest people at churches and schools, directs agency to use ‘common sense’

Trump says ICE can arrest people at churches and schools, directs agency to use ‘common sense’
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Metro Richmond Zoo announces interactive 'Poppy Pygmy Hippo Experience'

Metro Richmond Zoo announces interactive 'Poppy Pygmy Hippo Experience'

Metro Richmond Zoo announces interactive 'Poppy Pygmy Hippo Experience'
Education|Entertainment

43,000-video collection finds new life at ODU

43,000-video collection finds new life at ODU

43,000-video collection finds new life at ODU
Crime|Education|Health|US

'I'm doing good.' 8-year-old survivor of splash pad shooting learning echolocation

'I'm doing good.' 8-year-old survivor of splash pad shooting learning echolocation

'I'm doing good.' 8-year-old survivor of splash pad shooting learning echolocation
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Harvard settles lawsuits over antisemitism on campus

Harvard University will provide additional protections for Jewish students under a settlement announced on Tuesday that resolves two lawsuits accusing the Ivy League

Harvard settles lawsuits over antisemitism on campus
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|US

How nonprofits pitch in before, during and after disasters strike

Large organizations often partner with local nonprofits that are uniquely positioned to mobilize quickly, leveraging their deep understanding of community needs and established trust with residents.

How nonprofits pitch in before, during and after disasters strike
Education|Environment|Travel|US

At least 9 reported dead in brutal cold as historic snow falls in once-in-a-generation storm in the South

At least 9 reported dead in brutal cold as historic snow falls in once-in-a-generation storm in the South

At least 9 reported dead in brutal cold as historic snow falls in once-in-a-generation storm in the South
Education|Sports

Twinsburg grad dotting 'i' for Ohio State University Marching Band during National Championship game

Twinsburg grad dotting 'i' for Ohio State University Marching Band during National Championship game

Twinsburg grad dotting 'i' for Ohio State University Marching Band during National Championship game
Education|Lifestyle

Laney Waters spreads love and joy in her first grade classroom

Laney Waters spreads love and joy in her first grade classroom

Laney Waters spreads love and joy in her first grade classroom
Crime|Education|US

Deputies: Historic Oviedo museum vandalized with racist graffiti ahead of MLK Day

Deputies: Historic Oviedo museum vandalized with racist graffiti ahead of MLK Day

Deputies: Historic Oviedo museum vandalized with racist graffiti ahead of MLK Day
Education|Food|Lifestyle|US

11-year-old boy changing lives of hundreds by collecting food for the hungry

11-year-old boy changing lives of hundreds by collecting food for the hungry

11-year-old boy changing lives of hundreds by collecting food for the hungry
Business|Education|Political|US

Trump orders reflect his promises to roll back transgender protections and end DEI programs

President Donald Trump's first tasks as he takes office included signing executive orders to roll back protections for transgender people and end federal government diversity, equity and inclusion programs

Trump orders reflect his promises to roll back transgender protections and end DEI programs
Arts|Education|Technology|US

Students merge art and tech in new Black history mural

Students merge art and tech in new Black history mural

Students merge art and tech in new Black history mural
Education|Science

Why is the sky blue?

The answer has to do with molecules.

Why is the sky blue?
Asia|Education|MidEast|Political|World

Taliban deputy foreign minister calls for girls' high schools to open

The Taliban's acting deputy foreign minister called on his senior leadership to open schools for Afghan girls, among the strongest public rebukes of a policy that has contributed to

Taliban deputy foreign minister calls for girls' high schools to open
Education|Political|Sports

On eve of CFP title game, some college players ask, What would it look like to be employees?

About 50 players in a fledgling college athletes union are meeting this weekend in Atlanta, across town from where the national title game between Ohio State and Notre Dame will be held

On eve of CFP title game, some college players ask, What would it look like to be employees?
Economy|Education|Election|Political|US

Donald Trump has sweeping plans for a second administration. Here's what he's proposed

Donald Trump has promised sweeping actions in his second administration

Donald Trump has sweeping plans for a second administration. Here's what he's proposed
Education|Environment|Political|US

US Interior Secretary Deb Haaland reflects on tough choices during a historic tenure

U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland set out four years ago on a historic journey as the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary

US Interior Secretary Deb Haaland reflects on tough choices during a historic tenure
Asia|Education|World

China unveils plan to build 'strong education nation' by 2035

China issued its first national action plan to build a "strong education nation" by 2035, which it said would help coordinate its education development, improve efficiencies in

China unveils plan to build 'strong education nation' by 2035
Asia|Education|MidEast|Political|World

Taliban deputy tells leader there is no excuse for education bans on Afghan women and girls

A senior Taliban figure says the group's leader should scrap education bans on Afghan women and girls

Taliban deputy tells leader there is no excuse for education bans on Afghan women and girls
Business|Crime|Education|Political|US

How Baltimore is saving lives by offering young men resources when they put down the guns

Baltimore is seeing a sustained reduction in gun violence and city leaders believe investments in robust anti-violence efforts are finally paying off

How Baltimore is saving lives by offering young men resources when they put down the guns
Education|Election|Political|US

Trump taps Penny Schwinn for deputy secretary of education

President-elect Donald Trump said he would name Penny Schwinn, former Tennessee education commissioner, to be his deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Education.

Trump taps Penny Schwinn for deputy secretary of education
Education|Sports|US

Duke freshman Cooper Flagg returns to New England and gives Maine fans a show against BC

Duke freshman Cooper Flagg won’t be making it all the way up to Maine, so his fans trekked to Chestnut Hill on Saturday night to see the likely No. 1 overall draft pick play Boston College in his only game in New England this season

Duke freshman Cooper Flagg returns to New England and gives Maine fans a show against BC
Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Sports|US

West Virginia celebrates the life of NBA great Jerry West at sellout game with No. 2 Iowa State

West Virginia celebrated the life of NBA great Jerry West, the school’s career leading scorer, at its sellout game against No. 2 Iowa State, and announced at halftime that his No. 44 would be retired across all sports at the university

West Virginia celebrates the life of NBA great Jerry West at sellout game with No. 2 Iowa State
Arts|Education|US

Future home of the MLK Museum is rising from the ashes after house fire

Future home of the MLK Museum is rising from the ashes after house fire

Future home of the MLK Museum is rising from the ashes after house fire
Crime|Education|Health|US

Girl reported missing dies after being pulled from icy pond

Girl reported missing dies after being pulled from icy pond

Girl reported missing dies after being pulled from icy pond
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

UN announces new plan to counter the surge in antisemitism

The United Nations has announced new actions to counter the surge in antisemitism, including encouraging governments to enforce laws against hate crimes and discrimination

UN announces new plan to counter the surge in antisemitism
Crime|Education|US

Teenager describes tumultuous life at trial of adoptive parents accused of neglect and forced labor

A teenager whose discovery in a locked shed at her West Virginia home led to the arrest of her adoptive parents has taken the stand in the couple's trial

Teenager describes tumultuous life at trial of adoptive parents accused of neglect and forced labor
Education|Political|Sports|US

US Justice Dept questions landmark NCAA athlete pay settlement

The U.S.

US Justice Dept questions landmark NCAA athlete pay settlement
Education|Political|Sports

As college sports move toward pay for play, Title IX looms as another hurdle for the NCAA

A court settlement that would require colleges to pay athletes billions for their play is not going to settle the debate over amateurism in NCAA sports

As college sports move toward pay for play, Title IX looms as another hurdle for the NCAA
Education|Political|US

Supreme Court will hear case of Maryland parents who object to LGBTQ books in their kids' classes

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal from parents in suburban Washington who want to pull their children from elementary school classes that use books featuring LGBTQ characters

Supreme Court will hear case of Maryland parents who object to LGBTQ books in their kids' classes
Education|Science|Sports|Technology

IMSA brings 27 STEM-focused high school students to Daytona to learn about jobs in motorsports

IMSA arranged for 27 high school students who excel in STEM programs to come to the speedway to educate the teens on how many opportunities exist in motorsports for those interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics

IMSA brings 27 STEM-focused high school students to Daytona to learn about jobs in motorsports
Education|Political|US

Supreme Court to weigh if elementary schools may require LGBTQ+ reading

Supreme Court to weigh if elementary schools may require LGBTQ+ reading

Supreme Court to weigh if elementary schools may require LGBTQ+ reading
Education|Political|US

US Supreme Court to hear dispute over LGBT books in Maryland school district

The U.S.

US Supreme Court to hear dispute over LGBT books in Maryland school district
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

How scientists with disabilities are making research labs and fieldwork more accessible

Disabled scientists are trying to make research labs and fieldwork more accessible

How scientists with disabilities are making research labs and fieldwork more accessible
Education|Health|Political

Her son had 3 cardiac emergencies at school. She wants to make sure all Virginia schools have response plans.

Her son had 3 cardiac emergencies at school. She wants to make sure all Virginia schools have response plans.

Her son had 3 cardiac emergencies at school. She wants to make sure all Virginia schools have response plans.
Crime|Education|US

'I thought I was a good man'; Judge sentences former Spokesman-Review editor in child pornography case

'I thought I was a good man'; Judge sentences former Spokesman-Review editor in child pornography case

'I thought I was a good man'; Judge sentences former Spokesman-Review editor in child pornography case
Business|Education|Finance

Gesa teams up with high school to open student-run bank

Gesa teams up with high school to open student-run bank

Gesa teams up with high school to open student-run bank
Crime|Education|Europe|US

Bail denied for American captured in France and accused of assaulting Pennsylvania student

An American accused of sexually assaulting a Pennsylvania college student in 2013 and later sending her a Facebook message that said “So I raped you” has been ordered jailed without bail

Bail denied for American captured in France and accused of assaulting Pennsylvania student
Education|Science|World

How to glimpse a parade of planets in the January night sky

Six planets grace the sky this month in what’s called a planetary parade

How to glimpse a parade of planets in the January night sky
Arts|Education|Environment

How the literature of fire can help readers find hope among the ashes

Reading and maintaining a human connection have a vital role to play as extreme events that have long served as the stuff of dystopian fiction simply become a part of everyday life.

How the literature of fire can help readers find hope among the ashes
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Four killed in Russian missile attack on Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih

A Russian missile attack killed at least four people and partially destroyed an educational facility in the city of Kryvyi Rih in southern-central Ukraine on Friday, officials said.

Four killed in Russian missile attack on Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih
Education|Environment|US

Fires scorched campuses across Los Angeles. Many schools are seeking places to hold classes

The Los Angeles wildfires have forced thousands of students to relocate to other schools

Fires scorched campuses across Los Angeles. Many schools are seeking places to hold classes
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

The family home next to Auschwitz is opening its doors to the world

The family home next to Auschwitz is opening its doors to the world

The family home next to Auschwitz is opening its doors to the world
Education|Political|Sports

Title IX memo throws wrench in plans for schools to pay NIL money directly to athletes

The U.S. Department of Education says plans for colleges to pay athletes directly for their name, image and likeness deals would run afoul of Title IX

Title IX memo throws wrench in plans for schools to pay NIL money directly to athletes
Education|MidEast|Political|US

US settles anti-Muslim, anti-Palestinian bias complaint against Emory University

The U.S.

US settles anti-Muslim, anti-Palestinian bias complaint against Emory University
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Education|Entertainment

Fired opera singer sues University of Michigan, saying his rights were violated

An acclaimed opera singer is suing officials at the University of Michigan

Fired opera singer sues University of Michigan, saying his rights were violated
Education|Fashion and Beauty|Health|Lifestyle

Barber school gives free haircuts to cancer patients

Barber school gives free haircuts to cancer patients

Barber school gives free haircuts to cancer patients
Crime|Education|Lifestyle

Paroled prisoner thanks students for transformation and freedom

Paroled prisoner thanks students for transformation and freedom

Paroled prisoner thanks students for transformation and freedom
Education|US

Community mourns loss of high school seniors after deadly crash

Community mourns loss of high school seniors after deadly crash

Community mourns loss of high school seniors after deadly crash
Education|Political|US

Teachers hold information picket, calling for more resources as contract negotiations continue

Teachers hold information picket, calling for more resources as contract negotiations continue

Teachers hold information picket, calling for more resources as contract negotiations continue
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US

A true All-Star: Young girl overcomes cancer to take part in junior livestock show

A true All-Star: Young girl overcomes cancer to take part in junior livestock show

A true All-Star: Young girl overcomes cancer to take part in junior livestock show
Arts|Education

Educator goes above and beyond to foster student’s musical passion

Educator goes above and beyond to foster student’s musical passion

Educator goes above and beyond to foster student’s musical passion
Americas|Education|Health|Lifestyle|US

Girl Scout saves dad's life with CPR during heart attack

Girl Scout saves dad's life with CPR during heart attack

Girl Scout saves dad's life with CPR during heart attack
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Do you have a favorite child? A new study may answer why

Do you have a favorite child? A new study may answer why

Do you have a favorite child? A new study may answer why
US|Economy|Education|Lifestyle

While the typical marriage age keeps rising, it remains young in these states

NYC Vital Records used data from the Census Bureau to take a look at how the standard age to get married is evolving across the U.S.

While the typical marriage age keeps rising, it remains young in these states
Crime|Education|Sports|US

High school coach arrested for trying to bring gun into gym, police say

High school coach arrested for trying to bring gun into gym, police say

High school coach arrested for trying to bring gun into gym, police say
Crime|Education|US

5-year-old left alone for 2 hours on freezing school bus

5-year-old left alone for 2 hours on freezing school bus

5-year-old left alone for 2 hours on freezing school bus
Business|Economy|Education|Political|US

Soaring wealth inequality has remade the map of American prosperity

The wealthiest areas in the US are almost 7 times richer than the poorest regions, a disparity that has nearly doubled since 1960.

Soaring wealth inequality has remade the map of American prosperity
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

This course examines Israeli school division to better understand education policy – and society – in the US

Israel’s divided education system – based on nationality and religious observance – serves as a test case for exploring controversial education policies in America.

This course examines Israeli school division to better understand education policy – and society – in the US
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Driver rams into anti-government protesters in Serbia, seriously injuring a young woman

A driver rammed his car into a crowd and seriously injured a young woman at one of the daily student-led protests and traffic blockades that have been held throughout Serbia following the collapse in November of a concrete canopy in the country’s north that killed 15 people

Driver rams into anti-government protesters in Serbia, seriously injuring a young woman
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Student detained in Slovakia after 2 people fatally stabbed at high school

Officials in Slovakia say an 18-year-old student fatally stabbed two people at a high school

Student detained in Slovakia after 2 people fatally stabbed at high school
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Student kills teacher, classmate in Slovak high school knife attack

A student killed a female teacher and classmate with a knife and injured another classmate at a high school in northern Slovakia on Thursday, officials said.

Student kills teacher, classmate in Slovak high school knife attack
Education|Environment|Science

From the sex lives of pygmy seahorses to parasites living in fish nostrils: these photos tell extraordinary ocean stories

From the sex lives of pygmy seahorses to parasites living in fish nostrils: these photos tell extraordinary ocean stories

From the sex lives of pygmy seahorses to parasites living in fish nostrils: these photos tell extraordinary ocean stories
Education|Health|Political|Technology|US

Banning cellphones in schools gains popularity in red and blue states

Efforts to ban students' cellphones at school is gaining rare bipartisan consensus in Republican and Democrat-led states

Banning cellphones in schools gains popularity in red and blue states
Education|US

The Kellogg Foundation CEO shares her own life story to foster more racial healing

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The Kellogg Foundation CEO shares her own life story to foster more racial healing
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Many colleges are settling antisemitism cases. Some Republicans blast 'toothless' agreements

Many colleges accused of tolerating antisemitism on their campuses have been settling with federal civil rights investigators in the weeks before the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, who urged a tougher response to campus protests against the war in Gaza

Many colleges are settling antisemitism cases. Some Republicans blast 'toothless' agreements
Crime|Education|US

College students appear in court in case stemming from ‘Catch a Predator’ fad on TikTok

Five Massachusetts college students have appeared in court, accused of plotting to lure a man to their campus through the Tinder dating app and then seizing him as part of a “Catch a Predator” trend on TikTok

College students appear in court in case stemming from ‘Catch a Predator’ fad on TikTok
Education|Health|Sports|US

Jack Hoffman, who won an ESPY for viral University of Nebraska TD run, dies of brain cancer at 19

Jack Hoffman, who won an ESPY for viral University of Nebraska TD run, dies of brain cancer at 19

Jack Hoffman, who won an ESPY for viral University of Nebraska TD run, dies of brain cancer at 19
Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Health|Sports

Jack Hoffman, young cancer patient who captured hearts of Nebraska and nation with 2013 TD run, dies

Jack Hoffman, the cancer patient who captured the hearts of Nebraska football fans and inspired the nation as a 7-year-old with his touchdown run during the 2013 spring game, has died at the age of 19

Jack Hoffman, young cancer patient who captured hearts of Nebraska and nation with 2013 TD run, dies
Economy|Education|Lifestyle|US

'Their success is our success': Man helps working-class homeless people in several ways

'Their success is our success': Man helps working-class homeless people in several ways

'Their success is our success': Man helps working-class homeless people in several ways
Education|Health|US

Pike County High School mother advocates for action on bullying crisis after tragic loss of son

Pike County High School mother advocates for action on bullying crisis after tragic loss of son

Pike County High School mother advocates for action on bullying crisis after tragic loss of son
Education|Political|US

Kentucky students challenging whether the state is meeting its constitutional duty on education

A student-led lawsuit in Kentucky claims the state's education system has been backsliding for years since lawmakers enacted nationally renowned reforms

Kentucky students challenging whether the state is meeting its constitutional duty on education
Economy|Education|Political|US

Biden administration cancels loans for 260,000 former Ashford University students

More than 260,000 former students of the now-defunct for-profit Ashford University are getting their student loans erased as the Biden administration presses ahead with debt forgiveness in its final days

Biden administration cancels loans for 260,000 former Ashford University students
Crime|Education|Lifestyle|Technology

He lived without a home for five years. He says a Goodwill program changed his life

He lived without a home for five years. He says a Goodwill program changed his life

He lived without a home for five years. He says a Goodwill program changed his life
Education|Lifestyle|Sports

This former teacher is now one of the top cornhole players in the country

This former teacher is now one of the top cornhole players in the country

This former teacher is now one of the top cornhole players in the country
Crime|Education

A college degree in death investigation? Inside the final exam at UW-Platteville's Crime Scene House

A college degree in death investigation? Inside the final exam at UW-Platteville's Crime Scene House

A college degree in death investigation? Inside the final exam at UW-Platteville's Crime Scene House
Crime|Education|US

Asheville Christian Academy faces lawsuit over alleged sexual abuse cover-up by staff

Asheville Christian Academy faces lawsuit over alleged sexual abuse cover-up by staff

Asheville Christian Academy faces lawsuit over alleged sexual abuse cover-up by staff
Crime|Education|Sports|US

17-year-old star student-athlete shot and killed on the way to school

17-year-old star student-athlete shot and killed on the way to school

17-year-old star student-athlete shot and killed on the way to school