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MomEconomy app aims to help moms barter goods and services instead of cash

MomEconomy app aims to help moms barter goods and services instead of cash

MomEconomy app aims to help moms barter goods and services instead of cash
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

In-home daycare loses license after cocaine purchase

In-home daycare loses license after cocaine purchase

In-home daycare loses license after cocaine purchase
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Boy pulls fire alarm to get real firefighters at party

Boy pulls fire alarm to get real firefighters at party

Boy pulls fire alarm to get real firefighters at party
Arts|Education|Entertainment

Artists who overcame homelessness teach new workshop for children

Artists who overcame homelessness teach new workshop for children

Artists who overcame homelessness teach new workshop for children
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

JD Vance has a new book about his religious faith, 'Communion,' coming out later this spring

Vice President JD Vance has a new book about his religious faith and adult conversion to Catholicism

JD Vance has a new book about his religious faith, 'Communion,' coming out later this spring
Education|Health|Political|US|World

Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on ‘conversion therapy’ for LGBTQ+ kids

The Supreme Court has ruled against a law banning “conversion therapy” for LGBTQ+ kids in Colorado, one of about two dozen states that banned the discredited practice

Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on ‘conversion therapy’ for LGBTQ+ kids
Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Technology|World

Fed is watching energy price spikes, but Chair Powell says bank is limited in what it can do

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says it's important to closely monitor inflation amid a spike in energy prices from the Iran war as the average price for for gasoline nears $4 a gallon in the U.S. But he also said Monday, addressing students at Harvard University, that there isn't a lot Fed policymakers could do

Fed is watching energy price spikes, but Chair Powell says bank is limited in what it can do
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Pit bull located after vicious attack on jogger

Pit bull located after vicious attack on jogger

Pit bull located after vicious attack on jogger
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

John Green is writing his first novel for adults

John Green is writing his first novel for adults

John Green is writing his first novel for adults
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Opinion|Science|Technology

‘Project Hail Mary’ demonstrates how intellectual humility can be a guiding force for scientists and astronauts

Curiosity and an openness to new ideas help Ryland Grace, the movie’s protagonist, navigate new discoveries about life in the universe.

‘Project Hail Mary’ demonstrates how intellectual humility can be a guiding force for scientists and astronauts
Americas|Arts|Education|Europe|Technology

A college instructor turns to typewriters to curb AI-written work and teach life lessons

Once a semester, a Cornell University instructor requires her students to complete an in-class assignment using typewriters — an exercise to help them understand what writing, thinking and classrooms were like before everything turned digital

A college instructor turns to typewriters to curb AI-written work and teach life lessons
Arts|Education|Entertainment

Dancers at Boston Ballet juggling work and school through partnership with Northeastern University

Dancers at Boston Ballet juggling work and school through partnership with Northeastern University

Dancers at Boston Ballet juggling work and school through partnership with Northeastern University
Education|Environment|Health|Science

Ticks are the backyard threat southwestern Pennsylvania homeowners keep ignoring

A University of Pittsburgh researcher is studying why Pennsylvania residents who regularly encounter ticks still underestimate their risk of Lyme disease.

Ticks are the backyard threat southwestern Pennsylvania homeowners keep ignoring
Education|Health|Science

Benefits of mindfulness meditation go far beyond relaxation – here’s what it is and how to practice it

Facing your own thoughts and sensations, without trying to suppress them, is harder than it may seem. But learning to do it can boost your mental health.

Benefits of mindfulness meditation go far beyond relaxation – here’s what it is and how to practice it
Crime|Education|Health

71-year-old Massachusetts school bus driver fired after allegedly urinating inside bus with students on board

71-year-old Massachusetts school bus driver fired after allegedly urinating inside bus with students on board

71-year-old Massachusetts school bus driver fired after allegedly urinating inside bus with students on board
Education|Health|Political|World

Parents fear their children born in the US could become ‘stateless’ if Trump wins birthright case

Parents fear their children born in the US could become ‘stateless’ if Trump wins birthright case

Parents fear their children born in the US could become ‘stateless’ if Trump wins birthright case
Education|World

Universities become new frontline as the US-Israel war against Iran escalates

Universities become new frontline as the US-Israel war against Iran escalates

Universities become new frontline as the US-Israel war against Iran escalates
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Eyes of Texas on women's Final Four again after Longhorns beat Michigan in regional final

Madison Booker had 19 points and seven rebounds, fifth-year senior guard Rori Harmon has 13 assists and Texas is going to the women’s Final Four for the second year in a row

Eyes of Texas on women's Final Four again after Longhorns beat Michigan in regional final
Crime|Education|US|World

Student shoots a teacher at Texas high school before fatally shooting self, authorities say

Authorities say a 15-year-old student shot a teacher at a Texas high school and then fatally shot himself

Student shoots a teacher at Texas high school before fatally shooting self, authorities say
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

A 'World Cup' for immigrant girls uses the joy of sport to counter ICE fears

A Portland soccer tournament brought girls from immigrant and refugee families together to push back against fear tied to federal immigration enforcement

A 'World Cup' for immigrant girls uses the joy of sport to counter ICE fears
Business|Economy|Education|Environment

A Build America, Buy America law is causing construction delays amid the US housing crisis

A law requiring that most materials in federally funded affordable housing are made in America is fully kicking in

A Build America, Buy America law is causing construction delays amid the US housing crisis
Economy|Education|Entertainment|World

Clowns take to the streets of Bolivia to protest decree that could crush their livelihoods

Clowns in Bolivia are protesting a new school mandate that cuts off the events where they earn a living

Clowns take to the streets of Bolivia to protest decree that could crush their livelihoods
Crime|Education|Political

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety uncovers rare KKK artifacts in one of its offices

A notebook with meeting minutes and a ledger are among the Ku Klux Klan-related items found recently when a Mississippi government office was cleared out

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety uncovers rare KKK artifacts in one of its offices
Arts|Education|Environment|Health|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|World

Trump administration sues Minnesota over transgender athletes in girls sports

The Trump administration has carried out on a threat to sue the state of Minnesota and its school athletics governing body for allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls sports

Trump administration sues Minnesota over transgender athletes in girls sports
Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports|Technology

NFL set to begin hiring and training replacement officials, AP sources say

The NFL is moving forward with plans to begin hiring and training replacement officials in the next several weeks because negotiations with the referees’ union have been unsuccessful, two people with knowledge of the discussions told The Associated Press

NFL set to begin hiring and training replacement officials, AP sources say
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Political|Sports|World

Air Canada CEO will retire this year after his English-only crash message was criticized

Air Canada says CEO Michael Rousseau plans to retire

Air Canada CEO will retire this year after his English-only crash message was criticized
Education

Decades of hostility between Iran and the US were preceded by a little-remembered century-long friendship

Many Americans only know the history of anger and tension with Iran. But an archaeologist who has spent 45 years focusing on Iran says it is worth recalling the time when the countries were friends.

Decades of hostility between Iran and the US were preceded by a little-remembered century-long friendship
Americas|Crime|Education|World

Chile's president vows tougher school security following recent stabbing and firearms incidents

Chilean President José Antonio Kast says his government will tighten school security after two recent incidents involving weapons and amid growing concern about school violence

Chile's president vows tougher school security following recent stabbing and firearms incidents
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

DOJ whistleblower complains to Congress that internal watchdog isn’t doing its job

DOJ whistleblower complains to Congress that internal watchdog isn’t doing its job

DOJ whistleblower complains to Congress that internal watchdog isn’t doing its job
Education|Entertainment|Sports

Freshman Koa Peat helps carry Arizona into the Final Four of March Madness

Koa Peat has been a winner throughout his basketball career

Freshman Koa Peat helps carry Arizona into the Final Four of March Madness
Business|Economy|Education|World

Have you struggled to land an internship or an entry-level job?

Have you struggled to land an internship or an entry-level job?

Have you struggled to land an internship or an entry-level job?
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

4-year-old superhero saves day, receives Make-a-Wish's 11,000th wish

4-year-old superhero saves day, receives Make-a-Wish's 11,000th wish

4-year-old superhero saves day, receives Make-a-Wish's 11,000th wish
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health

High school teacher charged with intent to sell marijuana near campus

High school teacher charged with intent to sell marijuana near campus

High school teacher charged with intent to sell marijuana near campus
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Community unites to build inclusive park for all children

Community unites to build inclusive park for all children

Community unites to build inclusive park for all children
Education|Political|World

The birthright citizenship case at the Supreme Court hits close to home for this immigrant mother

An Argentine emigre in Florida quickly got her newborn son a U.S. passport last year

The birthright citizenship case at the Supreme Court hits close to home for this immigrant mother
Economy|Education|Health

Providers face ‘extreme shortage’ of paramedics, EMTs in rural Michigan

Paramedics and emergency medical technicians face a harsh reality in Michigan

Providers face ‘extreme shortage’ of paramedics, EMTs in rural Michigan
Economy|Education|Health|Political

Formerly homeless people, including veterans, could be evicted if Trump administration plan is implemented

Formerly homeless people, including veterans, could be evicted if Trump administration plan is implemented

Formerly homeless people, including veterans, could be evicted if Trump administration plan is implemented
Education|Interview|Lifestyle|World

Nevada City woman who helped build planes during World War II shares her story

Nevada City woman who helped build planes during World War II shares her story

Nevada City woman who helped build planes during World War II shares her story
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Children find skeletal remains while playing near a creek, investigators say

Children find skeletal remains while playing near a creek, investigators say

Children find skeletal remains while playing near a creek, investigators say
Education|Health|Science|Sports

Sex test used in IOC’s new transgender ban more likely to exclude from Olympics intersex women who were assigned female at birth

Genetic testing is now required to participate in women’s events in the Olympics. But the new policy oversimplifies biological sex and risks discrimination against some female athletes.

Sex test used in IOC’s new transgender ban more likely to exclude from Olympics intersex women who were assigned female at birth
Education|Environment|Science

‘And then we saw the little head.’ Scientists witness rare sperm whale birth

‘And then we saw the little head.’ Scientists witness rare sperm whale birth

‘And then we saw the little head.’ Scientists witness rare sperm whale birth
Economy|Education|Environment|World

Airports, plants and ports: The civilian targets increasingly under threat in the Middle East

Airports, plants and ports: The civilian targets increasingly under threat in the Middle East

Airports, plants and ports: The civilian targets increasingly under threat in the Middle East
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Bonding through books: How The Library Dads are reversing the literacy crisis and building brotherhood

Bonding through books: How The Library Dads are reversing the literacy crisis and building brotherhood

Bonding through books: How The Library Dads are reversing the literacy crisis and building brotherhood
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

'I wanted to create that opportunity': New Buffalo Girls Club fostering community connection for women in WNY

'I wanted to create that opportunity': New Buffalo Girls Club fostering community connection for women in WNY

'I wanted to create that opportunity': New Buffalo Girls Club fostering community connection for women in WNY
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Family discovers late mother’s role in historic all-Black women’s battalion

Family discovers late mother’s role in historic all-Black women’s battalion

Family discovers late mother’s role in historic all-Black women’s battalion
Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Roc Solid Foundation builds backyard playset for Virginia Beach girl, 3, battling cancer

Roc Solid Foundation builds backyard playset for Virginia Beach girl, 3, battling cancer

Roc Solid Foundation builds backyard playset for Virginia Beach girl, 3, battling cancer
Education|Environment|Science

Birutė Galdikas: The last of ‘Leakey’s Angels’ in primatology’s most extraordinary chapter

With Jane Goodall and Dian Fossey, Galdikas changed the face of science and opened the world’s eyes to how similar humans are to orangutans and other primates.

Birutė Galdikas: The last of ‘Leakey’s Angels’ in primatology’s most extraordinary chapter
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

We analyzed Philly street scenes and identified signs of gentrification using machine learning trained on longtime residents’ observations

Researchers are using machine learning models to identify gentrification in imagery. Community insights help keep the models on track

We analyzed Philly street scenes and identified signs of gentrification using machine learning trained on longtime residents’ observations
Education|Science|Technology

Are multiverses real? An astrophysicist explains why it depends on how you define ‘real’

While direct evidence of multiple universes is hard to come by, indirect evidence raises intriguing possibilities.

Are multiverses real? An astrophysicist explains why it depends on how you define ‘real’
Economy|Education|Health|Science|Technology

Panicking scientists, canceled experiments – federal funding cuts turned my work as a research dean into crisis management

When the Trump administration took aim at higher education and the scientific research enterprise, a university dean had to figure out on the fly how to support scientists and their work at his school.

Panicking scientists, canceled experiments – federal funding cuts turned my work as a research dean into crisis management
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

NASA wants to build a base on the Moon by the 2030s – how and why it plans to build up to a long-term lunar presence

It’s about more than just beating China. As a space lawyer puts it, a Moon base would come with strategic, economic and scientific advantages.

NASA wants to build a base on the Moon by the 2030s – how and why it plans to build up to a long-term lunar presence
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Mullins Madness! Freshman's 35-footer gives UConn a 73-72 win over Duke and a Final Four spot

Braylon Mullins sank a desperation 3-pointer with 0.4 seconds left to give UConn an astonishing 73-72 victory over top-seeded Duke, earning the Huskies a spot in the Final Four after they rallied from a 19-point first-half deficit

Mullins Madness! Freshman's 35-footer gives UConn a 73-72 win over Duke and a Final Four spot
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Chesney the kangaroo scales tall fence and flees petting zoo for three days on the lam

Chesney the kangaroo jumped an eight-foot fence to escape his petting zoo in Wisconsin, spending three days on the lam

Chesney the kangaroo scales tall fence and flees petting zoo for three days on the lam
Education|Sports

Lauren Betts and UCLA are Final Four-bound after rallying past Duke with a strong second half

Lauren Betts had 23 points, 10 rebounds and five blocks to help UCLA rally from a rare halftime deficit and beat Duke 70-58, advancing to the women’s Final Four for the second straight season

Lauren Betts and UCLA are Final Four-bound after rallying past Duke with a strong second half
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Fifth grader leads a lesson in wheelchair basketball and inclusion

Fifth grader leads a lesson in wheelchair basketball and inclusion

Fifth grader leads a lesson in wheelchair basketball and inclusion
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

Family, friends remember University of St. Thomas student killed in hit-and-run

Family, friends remember University of St. Thomas student killed in hit-and-run

Family, friends remember University of St. Thomas student killed in hit-and-run
Arts|Business|Education|Environment|Technology|World

First submarine named after Massachusetts joins the Navy fleet

The USS Massachusetts has joined the Navy fleet

First submarine named after Massachusetts joins the Navy fleet
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|World

In wrangling dark matter, some scientists find inspiration in the Torah, Krishna and Christ

Dark matter and dark energy are mysteries that have confounded scientists for decades, even though they comprise 95% of the universe's mass

In wrangling dark matter, some scientists find inspiration in the Torah, Krishna and Christ
Education|Health|Technology

‘Now we have the proof’: Safety advocates hope a landmark jury ruling could lead to social media changes

‘Now we have the proof’: Safety advocates hope a landmark jury ruling could lead to social media changes

‘Now we have the proof’: Safety advocates hope a landmark jury ruling could lead to social media changes
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

UConn is facing Duke with a Final Four on the line. It’s a battle of blue-blood programs – if such a thing still exists

UConn is facing Duke with a Final Four on the line. It’s a battle of blue-blood programs – if such a thing still exists

UConn is facing Duke with a Final Four on the line. It’s a battle of blue-blood programs – if such a thing still exists
Business|Education|Health|Opinion|Political|World

With an Iran funding vote looming, Ruben Gallego urges Democrats to rethink how to support the troops

With an Iran funding vote looming, Ruben Gallego urges Democrats to rethink how to support the troops

With an Iran funding vote looming, Ruben Gallego urges Democrats to rethink how to support the troops
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

The sea beneath Arctic and Antarctic ice holds many secrets. These scientists dive deep to find out

Scientists are learning to dive beneath polar ice to study the flora and fauna below

The sea beneath Arctic and Antarctic ice holds many secrets. These scientists dive deep to find out
Education|Entertainment|Interview|Sports|US|Videos

Arizona reaches its first Final Four in 25 years with 79-64 win over Purdue

Arizona is headed back to the Final Four for the first time in 25 years after the top-seeded Wildcats got 20 points from freshman Koa Peat to beat Purdue 79-64 in the NCAA Tournament's West Region final

Arizona reaches its first Final Four in 25 years with 79-64 win over Purdue
Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Actor James Tolkan of 'Top Gun' and 'Back to the Future' fame dies at 94

Actor James Tolkan, known for his roles as a cigar-chomping naval commander in “Top Gun” and a gruff high school administrator in “Back to the Future,” has died

Actor James Tolkan of 'Top Gun' and 'Back to the Future' fame dies at 94
Education|Sports

Geno Auriemma takes aim at the NCAA over the women's double-regional format in March Madness

UConn coach Geno Auriemma is ripping the double-regional format being used in the women’s NCAA Tournament

Geno Auriemma takes aim at the NCAA over the women's double-regional format in March Madness
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Technology|US|World

Navy shipyard workers approve a contract deal with Bath Iron Works, ending weeklong strike

Hundreds of employees at one of the U.S. Navy’s biggest shipbuilding contractors have voted to approve a deal with Bath Iron Works, ending a weeklong strike

Navy shipyard workers approve a contract deal with Bath Iron Works, ending weeklong strike
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Maryland college student shares journey back to health after near-fatal car crash

Maryland college student shares journey back to health after near-fatal car crash

Maryland college student shares journey back to health after near-fatal car crash
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Duke and UConn survive scares while Wolverines and Vols roll. Here’s what to know as teams punch tickets to the Elite 8

Duke and UConn survive scares while Wolverines and Vols roll. Here’s what to know as teams punch tickets to the Elite 8

Duke and UConn survive scares while Wolverines and Vols roll. Here’s what to know as teams punch tickets to the Elite 8
Crime|Education|Health|US

2 students dead and at least 7 others injured in Tennessee school bus crash

Officials say a school bus crash in west Tennessee has killed two students and injured at least seven other people

2 students dead and at least 7 others injured in Tennessee school bus crash
Business|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

Once a luxury for moms, doula care is going mainstream

Doulas provide physical and emotional support before, during and after birth

Once a luxury for moms, doula care is going mainstream
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Big Ten has 4 teams in the NCAA regional finals, seizing the March Madness spotlight from the SEC

The Big Ten has four teams in the NCAA Tournament's regional finals

Big Ten has 4 teams in the NCAA regional finals, seizing the March Madness spotlight from the SEC
Education|Sports|World

Caleb Foster steadies Duke in return as Blue Devils beat St. John's 80-75 and advance to Elite Eight

Caleb Foster returned from a broken foot and rescued Duke’s national title hopes, helping the top-seeded Blue Devils rally from a 10-point second-half deficit to beat St. John’s 80-75 and advance to the Elite Eight

Caleb Foster steadies Duke in return as Blue Devils beat St. John's 80-75 and advance to Elite Eight
Education|Health|Technology|World

Indonesia starts implementing social media restrictions for children under 16

Indonesia has begun implementing a new government regulation approved earlier this month that bans children younger than 16 from access to digital platforms that could expose them to pornography, cyberbullying, online scams and addiction

Indonesia starts implementing social media restrictions for children under 16
Education|Sports

Sarah Strong has a double-double and defending champ UConn cruises to Elite Eight, beating UNC 63-42

Sarah Strong had 21 points and 10 rebounds as defending national champion and overall No. 1 seed UConn overwhelmed North Carolina 63-42 in the women's NCAA Tournament

Sarah Strong has a double-double and defending champ UConn cruises to Elite Eight, beating UNC 63-42
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political

Education Department directs student loan borrowers in SAVE plan to prepare for repayment

More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt

Education Department directs student loan borrowers in SAVE plan to prepare for repayment
Education|Political|Sports|World

Iran's soccer team honors victims of deadly missile strike on elementary school

Players held small backpacks as Iran’s national soccer team used a match against Nigeria to honor the victims of a deadly missile strike on an elementary school

Iran's soccer team honors victims of deadly missile strike on elementary school
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Eighth-grader's perfect women's NCAA bracket lasts until Sweet 16 before finally missing a game

Pittsburgh eighth-grader Otto Schellhammer made it to the Sweet 16 before missing his first pick in the women's NCAA Tournament

Eighth-grader's perfect women's NCAA bracket lasts until Sweet 16 before finally missing a game
Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports|World

Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo breaks NCAA single-season steals record in March Madness game

Notre Dame guard Hannah Hidalgo has broken the NCAA’s single-season record for steals after getting seven in the first half of a Sweet 16 game against Vanderbilt

Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo breaks NCAA single-season steals record in March Madness game
Education|World

New York City passes buffer zones limiting protests at schools and houses of worship

New York City passes buffer zones limiting protests at schools and houses of worship

New York City passes buffer zones limiting protests at schools and houses of worship
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Political

Musician who canceled Kennedy Center holiday performance asks for suit to be dismissed

Musician Chuck Redd is asking a judge to throw out the Kennedy Center’s lawsuit over his canceled Christmas Eve show, saying he never had to perform

Musician who canceled Kennedy Center holiday performance asks for suit to be dismissed
Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|World

What Americans can learn from other civil activism movements against authoritarian regimes

The US may be experiencing democratic backsliding. Around the world, nonviolent civil movements exist to support democracy and protect fellow citizens.

What Americans can learn from other civil activism movements against authoritarian regimes
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Third-grader saved by classmates and teacher after choking on chip at school

Third-grader saved by classmates and teacher after choking on chip at school

Third-grader saved by classmates and teacher after choking on chip at school
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Mom goes viral after helping stranded Penn student get home from NCAA game

Mom goes viral after helping stranded Penn student get home from NCAA game

Mom goes viral after helping stranded Penn student get home from NCAA game
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Sports|World

Baseball in Japan is more than just a game. The Japanese stars in MLB carry that pressure everywhere they go

Baseball in Japan is more than just a game. The Japanese stars in MLB carry that pressure everywhere they go

Baseball in Japan is more than just a game. The Japanese stars in MLB carry that pressure everywhere they go
Education|Europe|Lifestyle|World

No miraculous rebirth of UK churchgoing, polling firm admits

No miraculous rebirth of UK churchgoing, polling firm admits

No miraculous rebirth of UK churchgoing, polling firm admits
Arts|Business|Education|Sports|World

Cori Close sounds a warning on coaching's new grind as UCLA's postseason run rolls on

Cori Close isn’t sure how much longer she’ll be coaching

Cori Close sounds a warning on coaching's new grind as UCLA's postseason run rolls on
Americas|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle

Asheville 6-year-old aims to win national contest to help her school after Helene

Asheville 6-year-old aims to win national contest to help her school after Helene

Asheville 6-year-old aims to win national contest to help her school after Helene
Education|Election|Political

A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont's general election ballot

Another teen is running for governor of Vermont, and this time, he'll be on the general election ballot

A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont's general election ballot
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology

Pennsylvania teacher uses TikTok and GoFundMe to rescue canceled field trip

Pennsylvania teacher uses TikTok and GoFundMe to rescue canceled field trip

Pennsylvania teacher uses TikTok and GoFundMe to rescue canceled field trip
Education|Europe|Technology|World

Austria plans to ban social media use for under-14s, joining a string of other countries

Austria’s governing coalition has announced plans to ban social media use for children under 14

Austria plans to ban social media use for under-14s, joining a string of other countries
Business|Education|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

How AI English and human English differ – and how to decide when to use artificial language

A linguist explains what makes human English human, and why you shouldn’t overdo it with large language models.

How AI English and human English differ – and how to decide when to use artificial language
Education|Science|Technology

Colorado trade school campus creates growing opportunities for female students

Colorado trade school campus creates growing opportunities for female students

Colorado trade school campus creates growing opportunities for female students
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|US|Videos

Protests from Alabama to Wyoming — and on the Arctic Circle: What to know about Saturday’s third ‘No Kings’ rally

Protests from Alabama to Wyoming — and on the Arctic Circle: What to know about Saturday’s third ‘No Kings’ rally

Protests from Alabama to Wyoming — and on the Arctic Circle: What to know about Saturday’s third ‘No Kings’ rally
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

A year after Trump's DOGE cuts, workers whose lives were upended question what was saved

A year after federal employees were hit by the Trump administration’s cost-cutting efforts through the Department of Government Efficiency, it remains unclear what the agency saved

A year after Trump's DOGE cuts, workers whose lives were upended question what was saved
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment

New York's newly identified Underground Railroad passage is under threat

A newly identified Underground Railroad passage is putting the spotlight on a New York City museum and its struggle with a proposed development

New York's newly identified Underground Railroad passage is under threat
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Technology

Woman whose son died from drugs bought on social media celebrates verdicts against Meta, YouTube

A Colorado woman whose son died from a fentanyl-laced pill he bought through social media is celebrating a pair of verdicts this week against Meta and YouTube

Woman whose son died from drugs bought on social media celebrates verdicts against Meta, YouTube
Education|Entertainment|Sports

Boston College hires UConn assistant Luke Murray, son of actor Bill Murray, as basketball coach

Boston College has hired UConn assistant Luke Murray as coach of a slumping men’s basketball program that has gone 17 years without an NCAA Tournament appearance

Boston College hires UConn assistant Luke Murray, son of actor Bill Murray, as basketball coach
Education|Environment|Health|Science

Scientists captured female sperm whales on video working together during a birth to protect the calf

Scientists have captured rare footage of a sperm whale giving birth, offering a window into the large mammals' behavior

Scientists captured female sperm whales on video working together during a birth to protect the calf
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment

US book critics honor Nobel laureate and South Korean novelist Han Kang

The National Book Critics Circle honored a novel by Nobel laureate Han Kang and Karen Hao’s examination of artificial intelligence and OpenAI at its annual awards on Thursday

US book critics honor Nobel laureate and South Korean novelist Han Kang
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|US

9 sickened in E. coli outbreak tied to a California company's raw milk and cheese

Health officials say nine people, including children, have been sickened in an expanding outbreak of E

9 sickened in E. coli outbreak tied to a California company's raw milk and cheese
Business|Education|Sports|US

Will Wade leaves NC State for a second shot to coach LSU after Matt McMahon's firing

LSU has fired fourth-year coach Matt McMahon and has rehired former Tigers coach Will Wade from N

Will Wade leaves NC State for a second shot to coach LSU after Matt McMahon's firing
Education|Health

Trump administration opens investigations into race in admissions at 3 medical schools

The Trump administration has opened investigations into how race is considered in admissions at three medical schools, ratcheting up its pressure campaign against colleges and universities

Trump administration opens investigations into race in admissions at 3 medical schools
Americas|Crime|Education|Political|World

California renames César Chavez Day following sexual abuse allegations

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to rename César Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day following sexual abuse allegations against the Latino labor icon

California renames César Chavez Day following sexual abuse allegations
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child's social media use

Earlier this week a jury in California this found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services

Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child's social media use
Business|Education|Health|Science|Technology

AI is giving bad advice to flatter its users, says new study on dangers of overly agreeable chatbots

Artificial intelligence chatbots are so prone to flattering and validating their human users that they are giving bad advice that can damage relationships and reinforce harmful behaviors, according to a new study that explores the dangers of AI telling people what they want to hear

AI is giving bad advice to flatter its users, says new study on dangers of overly agreeable chatbots
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Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych, banned from Olympics, speaks at United Nations

Vladyslav Heraskevych was shunned by the Olympics, then invited to the United Nations

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych, banned from Olympics, speaks at United Nations
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Washington’s cherry blossoms hit peak bloom, sending a fleeting burst of pink across the capital

Washington’s cherry blossoms have reached peak bloom, and the city’s spring rush is in full swing

Washington’s cherry blossoms hit peak bloom, sending a fleeting burst of pink across the capital
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An up-close, inside look at Amazon's new delivery drones flying in KCK

An up-close, inside look at Amazon's new delivery drones flying in KCK

An up-close, inside look at Amazon's new delivery drones flying in KCK
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Couple using March Madness to help name new daughter

Couple using March Madness to help name new daughter

Couple using March Madness to help name new daughter
Crime|Education|Lifestyle|Technology

Wounded Marine now fights child exploitation on digital front lines

Wounded Marine now fights child exploitation on digital front lines

Wounded Marine now fights child exploitation on digital front lines
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Ranch offers free equestrian program for riders with special needs

Ranch offers free equestrian program for riders with special needs

Ranch offers free equestrian program for riders with special needs
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What men and women think about gender and pay, according to a new AP-NORC poll

A new AP-NORC poll finds that men and women have different views on who has the advantage when it comes to earning competitive wages

What men and women think about gender and pay, according to a new AP-NORC poll
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Duke coach says Caleb Foster will try to make his March Madness return against St. John's

Duke coach Jon Scheyer says point guard Caleb Foster will try to play in Friday night’s Sweet 16 matchup against St. John’s

Duke coach says Caleb Foster will try to make his March Madness return against St. John's
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Former principal back at his old school as its new handyman

Former principal back at his old school as its new handyman

Former principal back at his old school as its new handyman
Education|Sports

'I can still taste the smoke': California high school wrestling coach survives near-death fiery car explosion

'I can still taste the smoke': California high school wrestling coach survives near-death fiery car explosion

'I can still taste the smoke': California high school wrestling coach survives near-death fiery car explosion
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Lineworkers test their skills at the Arizona Lineman's Rodeo

Lineworkers test their skills at the Arizona Lineman's Rodeo

Lineworkers test their skills at the Arizona Lineman's Rodeo
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Hospital opens new teen lounge inspired by late patient's vision

Hospital opens new teen lounge inspired by late patient's vision

Hospital opens new teen lounge inspired by late patient's vision
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March Madness: An eighth grader from Pittsburgh is all alone with a perfect women's NCAA bracket

The only person left out of millions who entered men's and women's NCAA tournament brackets in ESPN's competition is an eighth-grader from suburban Pittsburgh

March Madness: An eighth grader from Pittsburgh is all alone with a perfect women's NCAA bracket
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Documents: Kansas choir teacher stabbed in the neck while sitting at a picnic table in a public park

Documents: Kansas choir teacher stabbed in the neck while sitting at a picnic table in a public park

Documents: Kansas choir teacher stabbed in the neck while sitting at a picnic table in a public park
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Man collaborates to create Civil War composition

Man collaborates to create Civil War composition

Man collaborates to create Civil War composition
Education|Lifestyle

High school searches for its oldest living alum

High school searches for its oldest living alum

High school searches for its oldest living alum
Crime|Education|Health

Oklahoma stepfather pleads guilty to abuse after stepdaughter gives birth

Oklahoma stepfather pleads guilty to abuse after stepdaughter gives birth

Oklahoma stepfather pleads guilty to abuse after stepdaughter gives birth
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‘Pretty wild’: Parents, students coping after car crashes into pickup line

‘Pretty wild’: Parents, students coping after car crashes into pickup line

‘Pretty wild’: Parents, students coping after car crashes into pickup line
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High school football player accidentally killed by teammate in shooting, officials say

High school football player accidentally killed by teammate in shooting, officials say

High school football player accidentally killed by teammate in shooting, officials say
Education|Food|Health

Why kids and families learn to cook during doctor's appointments at this hospital

Why kids and families learn to cook during doctor's appointments at this hospital

Why kids and families learn to cook during doctor's appointments at this hospital
Education|Entertainment|Health

Teen volunteers more than 200 hours in ICU, launches nonprofit to support patients amid healthcare worker shortage

Teen volunteers more than 200 hours in ICU, launches nonprofit to support patients amid healthcare worker shortage

Teen volunteers more than 200 hours in ICU, launches nonprofit to support patients amid healthcare worker shortage
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A 7th grader built a solar invention for under $25. Now he's headed to Washington, D.C.

A 7th grader built a solar invention for under $25. Now he's headed to Washington, D.C.

A 7th grader built a solar invention for under $25. Now he's headed to Washington, D.C.
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Jeweler offers to replace engagement ring lost during NYC Half

Jeweler offers to replace engagement ring lost during NYC Half

Jeweler offers to replace engagement ring lost during NYC Half
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A soothing study session: Students cram in Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw as musicians play

Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw turns its famous main hall into a quiet study space, with live classical music playing as students work

A soothing study session: Students cram in Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw as musicians play
Business|Education|Technology

Private school using AI instead of teachers enrolling in Chicago for fall

Private school using AI instead of teachers enrolling in Chicago for fall

Private school using AI instead of teachers enrolling in Chicago for fall
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

Meet the cyclist who biked from Montreal to Virginia: 'I've learned a lot'

Meet the cyclist who biked from Montreal to Virginia: 'I've learned a lot'

Meet the cyclist who biked from Montreal to Virginia: 'I've learned a lot'
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|US

Tennessee advocates push to close gun loophole for domestic abusers to prevent more people from getting hurt

Tennessee advocates push to close gun loophole for domestic abusers to prevent more people from getting hurt

Tennessee advocates push to close gun loophole for domestic abusers to prevent more people from getting hurt
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Peace Partner Project unites pen pals from different schools, backgrounds

Peace Partner Project unites pen pals from different schools, backgrounds

Peace Partner Project unites pen pals from different schools, backgrounds
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Man fights to save his childhood home as city pushes toward demolition of the property

Man fights to save his childhood home as city pushes toward demolition of the property

Man fights to save his childhood home as city pushes toward demolition of the property
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Science|Technology

Vehicle safety isn't a game, but researchers are using one to give AI 'guardrails' for self-driven cars

Vehicle safety isn't a game, but researchers are using one to give AI 'guardrails' for self-driven cars

Vehicle safety isn't a game, but researchers are using one to give AI 'guardrails' for self-driven cars
Economy|Education|Political

Millions are protesting – but boycotts might be key to changing government policies

History suggests that boycotts are uniquely suited to expand public participation enough to spur political change.

Millions are protesting – but boycotts might be key to changing government policies
Education|Sports|Technology

March Madness meets the iPad era: How coaches' challenges are changing the game

A new coach’s challenge rule has changed college basketball this season

March Madness meets the iPad era: How coaches' challenges are changing the game
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Scientists may be overestimating the amount of microplastics in the environment – and the culprit is lab gloves

Tiny particles from certain lab gloves look like microplastics, and they can contaminate samples, new study finds.

Scientists may be overestimating the amount of microplastics in the environment – and the culprit is lab gloves
Business|Economy|Education|Technology

One Tech Tip: Here's how AI can (and can't) help you in your job hunt

Finding a job feels harder than ever

One Tech Tip: Here's how AI can (and can't) help you in your job hunt
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

2026’s historic snow drought brings worries about water, wildfires and the future in the West

The 2026 water year has been anything but ordinary. In fact, its snow drought has few parallels in recent history.

2026’s historic snow drought brings worries about water, wildfires and the future in the West
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

College basketball is in a new era. This year’s Sweet 16 shows the coaching old guard is still thriving

College basketball is in a new era. This year’s Sweet 16 shows the coaching old guard is still thriving

College basketball is in a new era. This year’s Sweet 16 shows the coaching old guard is still thriving
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Technology

Indian Health Service is digging out of decades-old construction backlog for medical buildings

The U.S. agency that provides health care to Native Americans has a facilities problem

Indian Health Service is digging out of decades-old construction backlog for medical buildings
Business|Education|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|US|World

Melania Trump shares the spotlight with a robot at an education and technology event

Melania Trump often commands the attention of any room she enters, but on Wednesday, she shared the spotlight with a robot

Melania Trump shares the spotlight with a robot at an education and technology event
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Science

‘Vas Madness’ shows the power of messaging on men’s contraceptive decisions

Finding ways to communicate effectively with men about vasectomies is key to persuading them to have the procedure.

‘Vas Madness’ shows the power of messaging on men’s contraceptive decisions
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Scientists reveal earliest evidence for shifting of Earth’s crust

Scientists reveal earliest evidence for shifting of Earth’s crust

Scientists reveal earliest evidence for shifting of Earth’s crust
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Teens get probation after using AI to create fake nudes of classmates

Two teenage boys have been given probation after using artificial intelligence to create hundreds of fake nude photos of their classmates

Teens get probation after using AI to create fake nudes of classmates
Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Technology

Parents see hope in back-to-back rulings that social media providers failed to protect young users

Parents are wondering what is next after juries in New Mexico and Los Angeles found social media providers failed to protect young users

Parents see hope in back-to-back rulings that social media providers failed to protect young users
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Tracy Kidder, Pulitzer-winning author who turned unlikely subjects into bestsellers, dies at 80

Tracy Kidder, an award-winning narrative nonfiction writer who turned everything from computer engineering to life in a nursing home into unexpected bestsellers, has died

Tracy Kidder, Pulitzer-winning author who turned unlikely subjects into bestsellers, dies at 80
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Jury finds Instagram and YouTube liable in a landmark social media addiction trial

A jury has found Meta and YouTube liable in a first-of-its-kind lawsuit that aimed to hold social media platforms responsible for harm to children using their services

Jury finds Instagram and YouTube liable in a landmark social media addiction trial
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The other part of history demolished with the East Wing: a Jackie Kennedy legacy

The other part of history demolished with the East Wing: a Jackie Kennedy legacy

The other part of history demolished with the East Wing: a Jackie Kennedy legacy
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One of the largest salt mines in the world exists under Lake Erie

The Whiskey Island salt mine in Cleveland is critically important to providing enough road salt to keep streets safe during the harsh winters of the Northeast and Great Lakes states

One of the largest salt mines in the world exists under Lake Erie
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Big Tech critics hail ‘Big Tobacco moment’ in landmark social media verdict

Big Tech critics hail ‘Big Tobacco moment’ in landmark social media verdict

Big Tech critics hail ‘Big Tobacco moment’ in landmark social media verdict
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Cancer nurse turned archbishop celebrates election as first woman to lead Church of England

Sarah Mullally, a one-time cancer nurse who became a priest, was installed as archbishop of Canterbury

Cancer nurse turned archbishop celebrates election as first woman to lead Church of England
Business|Education|Political|Science|Technology

Melania Trump brings an AI-powered robot to the White House — and says there could be more of them soon

Melania Trump brings an AI-powered robot to the White House — and says there could be more of them soon

Melania Trump brings an AI-powered robot to the White House — and says there could be more of them soon
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

The 1st dynasty in modern women's college basketball started right outside Philadelphia

The 1st dynasty in modern women's college basketball started right outside Philadelphia

The 1st dynasty in modern women's college basketball started right outside Philadelphia
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The clock is ticking for San Jose State to change its policy on a transgender athlete

The Trump administration has given San Jose State University 10 days to change its policy on transgender athletes or face legal action and possibly lose federal funding

The clock is ticking for San Jose State to change its policy on a transgender athlete
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Azzi Fudd’s March Madness takeover appearing in commercials and social media spots

UConn star Azzi Fudd has become one of the most visible faces in women’s college basketball, thanks to a wave of TV ads and social media deals

Azzi Fudd’s March Madness takeover appearing in commercials and social media spots
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'Thy Kingdom Crumb' is feeding those in need in the community

'Thy Kingdom Crumb' is feeding those in need in the community

'Thy Kingdom Crumb' is feeding those in need in the community
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Family turns property into home for animals and exotic birds from around the world

Family turns property into home for animals and exotic birds from around the world

Family turns property into home for animals and exotic birds from around the world
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

How to help those impacted by the Hawaii floods

Hawaii communities are digging out from the state’s worst flooding in more than 20 years, and aid groups are rushing to support them by raising money statewide

How to help those impacted by the Hawaii floods
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If using ChatGPT is cheating, what about ghostwriting? The old debate behind a new panic

Has our culture’s begrudging acceptance of ghostwriting paved the way for everyone – not just the rich and famous – to offload the hard work of writing?

If using ChatGPT is cheating, what about ghostwriting? The old debate behind a new panic
Education|Technology|World

Melania Trump hosts world counterparts and tech reps to discuss children, education and technology

Melania Trump is calling on nations to work together to improve access to education and technology for children

Melania Trump hosts world counterparts and tech reps to discuss children, education and technology
Crime|Education|Science|Technology

BPD's all-women drone team gives new crime scene perspective

BPD's all-women drone team gives new crime scene perspective

BPD's all-women drone team gives new crime scene perspective
Education|Entertainment|Travel|World

Non-profit raising money for local "Rosie the Riveter" to visit National WWII Museum

Non-profit raising money for local "Rosie the Riveter" to visit National WWII Museum

Non-profit raising money for local "Rosie the Riveter" to visit National WWII Museum
Crime|Education|Health|US

9 students hospitalized after car leaves pickup line, hops curb at Iowa school

9 students hospitalized after car leaves pickup line, hops curb at Iowa school

9 students hospitalized after car leaves pickup line, hops curb at Iowa school
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Community members gather to honor Army veteran who died with no known surviving family in the area

Community members gather to honor Army veteran who died with no known surviving family in the area

Community members gather to honor Army veteran who died with no known surviving family in the area
Crime|Education|Health|Political

Former Tennessee DCS employee spent 50+ nights with children in offices

Former Tennessee DCS employee spent 50+ nights with children in offices

Former Tennessee DCS employee spent 50+ nights with children in offices
Education|Lifestyle

Will Georgia ditch daylight saving time?

Will Georgia ditch daylight saving time?

Will Georgia ditch daylight saving time?
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Cottage baking is on the rise: Omaha metro neighbors turn their passion into thriving home-based businesses

Cottage baking is on the rise: Omaha metro neighbors turn their passion into thriving home-based businesses

Cottage baking is on the rise: Omaha metro neighbors turn their passion into thriving home-based businesses
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Nebraska high school students use virtual reality to learn natural disaster response and life skills

Nebraska high school students use virtual reality to learn natural disaster response and life skills

Nebraska high school students use virtual reality to learn natural disaster response and life skills
Crime|Education|Health|Political|US

ODU students, ROTC cadets paint campus rock in Lt. Col. Brandon Shah's memory

ODU students, ROTC cadets paint campus rock in Lt. Col. Brandon Shah's memory

ODU students, ROTC cadets paint campus rock in Lt. Col. Brandon Shah's memory
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Business owner mentors young man who broke into her store

Business owner mentors young man who broke into her store

Business owner mentors young man who broke into her store
Economy|Education|Health|Opinion

New federal student loan limits affect social work graduate students, with impacts for survivors of domestic violence in Colorado and elsewhere

The status change may result in students avoiding degrees in nursing and social work.

New federal student loan limits affect social work graduate students, with impacts for survivors of domestic violence in Colorado and elsewhere
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

A connection to nature fuels well-being worldwide, according to a study of 38,000 people

Feeling part of something larger than yourself may make it easier to cope with stress and uncertainty.

A connection to nature fuels well-being worldwide, according to a study of 38,000 people
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Technology

Pittsburgh’s post-steel economy is a success – and a warning for other cities

Pittsburgh’s struggle to move beyond steel demonstrates that industry dominance is temporary. Other regions can learn from Pittsburgh’s slow economic recovery.

Pittsburgh’s post-steel economy is a success – and a warning for other cities
Crime|Education|World

Afghanistan releases American national Dennis Coyle held for more than a year

Afghanistan’s Taliban government says that authorities have released American academic Dennis Coyle, held in Afghanistan since January 2025

Afghanistan releases American national Dennis Coyle held for more than a year
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How the deadly collision at LaGuardia unfolded

How the deadly collision at LaGuardia unfolded

How the deadly collision at LaGuardia unfolded
Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

How Hannah Montana became an unexpected icon for marginalized kids

How Hannah Montana became an unexpected icon for marginalized kids

How Hannah Montana became an unexpected icon for marginalized kids
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Pilots killed in LaGuardia collision were young Canadians who had long dreamed of flying planes

The pilots killed in a collision between a jetliner and a fire truck on a New York runway have been identified as Mackenzie Gunther and Antoine Forrest

Pilots killed in LaGuardia collision were young Canadians who had long dreamed of flying planes
Education|Election|Political|US

University cancels California governor debate after accusations of bias from candidates of color

The University of Southern California has canceled a gubernatorial debate scheduled for Tuesday after candidates of color were excluded and accused the university of discrimination

University cancels California governor debate after accusations of bias from candidates of color
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Lane Kiffin addresses high expectations as LSU opens spring practice under its new coach

New LSU coach Lane Kiffin says his team has “a ton of work” to do to perform like an elite program

Lane Kiffin addresses high expectations as LSU opens spring practice under its new coach
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Technology

Book reports go digital at one elementary school, turning second-graders into podcasters

Book reports go digital at one elementary school, turning second-graders into podcasters

Book reports go digital at one elementary school, turning second-graders into podcasters
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Group's report highlights how guns in the US get from legitimate stores to crime scenes

The group Everytown for Gun Safety used court records to trace more than 250 guns bought at nearly two dozen Academy Sports + Outdoors chain stores that had been trafficked over three years in a handful of federal straw purchasing prosecutions

Group's report highlights how guns in the US get from legitimate stores to crime scenes
Africa|Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|US

Composer of iconic 'Lion King' chant sues comedian over 'Circle of Life' translation

The Grammy-award winning South African composer of the iconic chant that opens “The Lion King” is suing a comedian, saying he's denigrated the “Circle of Life” song with an intentional mistranslation

Composer of iconic 'Lion King' chant sues comedian over 'Circle of Life' translation
Education|US

Flyers mailed in Germantown School Board race encourage votes for a man who isn't running

Flyers mailed in Germantown School Board race encourage votes for a man who isn't running

Flyers mailed in Germantown School Board race encourage votes for a man who isn't running
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

SEC surge takes over March Madness with 6 teams in Sweet 16, setting up conference showdowns

The Sweet 16 will have a definite SEC feel with six teams advancing from that conference to the second weekend of March Madness

SEC surge takes over March Madness with 6 teams in Sweet 16, setting up conference showdowns
Education|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Health|Lifestyle

High school students spend day off giving makeovers to assisted living residents

High school students spend day off giving makeovers to assisted living residents

High school students spend day off giving makeovers to assisted living residents
Crime|Education|Technology

Georgia could become the first state with weapons detection in all public schools

Georgia lawmakers may require that every public school student be checked for weapons each day

Georgia could become the first state with weapons detection in all public schools
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Operation Surf brings healing waves to veterans

Operation Surf brings healing waves to veterans

Operation Surf brings healing waves to veterans
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Ahead of UConn vs. Michigan State, Hurley can't help but look to a St. John's rematch in Elite Eight

The warning comes from about every coach, every player each March — heck, in any sport as the stakes are raised as the games carry more gravitas — don’t look too far ahead

Ahead of UConn vs. Michigan State, Hurley can't help but look to a St. John's rematch in Elite Eight
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US

Teen was shot and killed over a pair of jeans, father says

Teen was shot and killed over a pair of jeans, father says

Teen was shot and killed over a pair of jeans, father says
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Camp for children with special needs brings deeper understanding between mother and daughter

Camp for children with special needs brings deeper understanding between mother and daughter

Camp for children with special needs brings deeper understanding between mother and daughter
Crime|Education|Health

Old Dominion University students return to class in aftermath of deadly shooting

Old Dominion University students return to class in aftermath of deadly shooting

Old Dominion University students return to class in aftermath of deadly shooting
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Friends, fraternity brothers remember Jimmy Gracey during memorial Mass at the University of Alabama

Friends, fraternity brothers remember Jimmy Gracey during memorial Mass at the University of Alabama

Friends, fraternity brothers remember Jimmy Gracey during memorial Mass at the University of Alabama
Education|Entertainment

University of Alabama students sue over suspension of student magazines

University of Alabama students sue over suspension of student magazines

University of Alabama students sue over suspension of student magazines
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Mom runs Boston Marathon for daughter with spinal muscular atrophy

Mom runs Boston Marathon for daughter with spinal muscular atrophy

Mom runs Boston Marathon for daughter with spinal muscular atrophy
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Teen makes a difference for rescue kittens and kids facing stress

Teen makes a difference for rescue kittens and kids facing stress

Teen makes a difference for rescue kittens and kids facing stress
Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Sports

Neighbors frustrated by damage from baseballs after fields added to park

Neighbors frustrated by damage from baseballs after fields added to park

Neighbors frustrated by damage from baseballs after fields added to park
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Syracuse hires former star guard Gerry McNamara to take over as men's basketball coach

Syracuse has turned to its past in hiring former star guard Gerry McNamara in a bid to guide a fading men’s basketball program back to prominence

Syracuse hires former star guard Gerry McNamara to take over as men's basketball coach
Education|Environment|Health|Opinion|Science

Irrational decision or helpful evolutionary adaptation? A philosopher on the rationality wars behind ‘nudge’ policy

People use cognitive shortcuts to make choices that sometimes have outcomes that don’t serve their own interests or preferences. But to call these choices irrational might be missing the big picture.

Irrational decision or helpful evolutionary adaptation? A philosopher on the rationality wars behind ‘nudge’ policy
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Drones paired with AI could help search-and-rescue teams find missing persons faster

Drones with the right sensors and AI analyzing the data could quickly find a person lost or stranded in the wilderness, crucial to keeping them alive.

Drones paired with AI could help search-and-rescue teams find missing persons faster
Education|Environment|Science|World

The world’s great fish migrations are collapsing – that’s a problem for millions of people

A new report finds 325 migratory fish species in urgent need of help, including some of the world’s most iconic freshwater giants.

The world’s great fish migrations are collapsing – that’s a problem for millions of people
Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|World

How the National Security Council typically functions to plan and fully assess risks when presidents consider going to war

The national intelligence community has seemingly been sidelined from Trump’s Iran war decisions – a far cry from previous administrations, writes a former National Security Council member.

How the National Security Council typically functions to plan and fully assess risks when presidents consider going to war
Business|Education|Lifestyle|Sports

In the era of NIL and transfers, the Sweet 16 is filled with veteran teams that have stuck together

Most of the teams that have reached the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament have done so behind starting lineups that have a vested interest in their coaches and their programs

In the era of NIL and transfers, the Sweet 16 is filled with veteran teams that have stuck together
Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Bracket Reset: NCAA Tournament down to a Sweet 16 of high-majors

Cinderella has been kicked out of the dance early for the second straight season

Bracket Reset: NCAA Tournament down to a Sweet 16 of high-majors
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Fudd's 34 points, 8 3-pointers powers UConn past Syracuse and into Sweet 16 for 32nd straight time

Azzi Fudd scored 26 of her 34 points in the first half in her final game at Gampel Pavilion and UConn used a 31-0 run to roll to a 98-45 win over Syracuse to advance to the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16 for the 32nd season in a row

Fudd's 34 points, 8 3-pointers powers UConn past Syracuse and into Sweet 16 for 32nd straight time
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Technology

Jury begins deliberations in landmark New Mexico trial over children's safety risks on Meta

Jury deliberations have begun in a landmark trial where New Mexico prosecutors are accusing social media conglomerate Meta of misleading people about the safety of its platforms for children

Jury begins deliberations in landmark New Mexico trial over children's safety risks on Meta
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LaGuardia crash underscores pressures on already strained air traffic control workforce

Air traffic controllers at New York’s LaGuardia Airport were juggling a runway emergency moments before an Air Canada jet collided with a fire truck Sunday night

LaGuardia crash underscores pressures on already strained air traffic control workforce
Education|Entertainment|Health

'I just want to change the world': Ankeny teen advocates for pediatric stroke survivors

'I just want to change the world': Ankeny teen advocates for pediatric stroke survivors

'I just want to change the world': Ankeny teen advocates for pediatric stroke survivors
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Community rallies behind Lawrenceburg teen who remains in coma weeks after golf cart accident

Community rallies behind Lawrenceburg teen who remains in coma weeks after golf cart accident

Community rallies behind Lawrenceburg teen who remains in coma weeks after golf cart accident
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Hundreds line Goldsby streets to honor volunteer firefighters killed in crash

Hundreds line Goldsby streets to honor volunteer firefighters killed in crash

Hundreds line Goldsby streets to honor volunteer firefighters killed in crash
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Gardner family raising money for accessible van to help daughter with rare condition

Gardner family raising money for accessible van to help daughter with rare condition

Gardner family raising money for accessible van to help daughter with rare condition
Education|Health|Science

Psychological toll of betrayal trauma may help explain why women kept silent for decades after alleged abuse by civil rights icon Cesar Chavez

A researcher answers the question many asked when they heard charges of abuse and rape against civil rights icon Cesar Chavez: Why didn’t the women speak earlier about the events from decades ago?

Psychological toll of betrayal trauma may help explain why women kept silent for decades after alleged abuse by civil rights icon Cesar Chavez
Economy|Education|Environment|Opinion|Political

The ever-evolving Latino vote is rapidly shifting away from Trump and Republicans

Trump promised to fix the economy, and that helped increase his Latino support in 2024. But the cost of living and ICE raids may be bringing Latinos back to the Democrats in 2026.

The ever-evolving Latino vote is rapidly shifting away from Trump and Republicans
Crime|Economy|Education|Health

Pittsburgh spends millions on juvenile detention – research points to cheaper, more effective alternatives

Allegheny County is pouring millions into a new juvenile detention facility, even as evidence mounts that alternatives to detention are more helpful.

Pittsburgh spends millions on juvenile detention – research points to cheaper, more effective alternatives
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology

Correction: Chavez-Women Farmworkers-ABRIDGED story

In a story published Mar

Correction: Chavez-Women Farmworkers-ABRIDGED story
Economy|Education|Europe|Political|World

Europe's far right backs Orbán as Hungary's coming election puts his brand to the test

European far-right leaders are rallying around Hungary’s Viktor Orbán as his grip on power looks shakier than it has in years

Europe's far right backs Orbán as Hungary's coming election puts his brand to the test
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Women farmworkers who built their own fight against sexual assault cope with Chavez allegations

The shattered legacy of Latino labor rights icon César Chavez has been particularly devastating among advocates who have long fought to raise awareness about sexual harassment and abuse against women farmworkers, which remains both widespread and underreported

Women farmworkers who built their own fight against sexual assault cope with Chavez allegations
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

San Diego honors 100-year-old Korean War veteran Royce Williams with a day dedicated to his heroic service

San Diego honors 100-year-old Korean War veteran Royce Williams with a day dedicated to his heroic service

San Diego honors 100-year-old Korean War veteran Royce Williams with a day dedicated to his heroic service
Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

A community garden honors Dolores Huerta following Cesar Chavez allegations

A community garden honors Dolores Huerta following Cesar Chavez allegations

A community garden honors Dolores Huerta following Cesar Chavez allegations
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

From isolation to connection: Three women are building a thriving senior community

From isolation to connection: Three women are building a thriving senior community

From isolation to connection: Three women are building a thriving senior community
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Community rallies to support 14-year-old student with cerebral palsy after a violent attack

Community rallies to support 14-year-old student with cerebral palsy after a violent attack

Community rallies to support 14-year-old student with cerebral palsy after a violent attack
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Program uses comedy and real stories to help people fight against suicidal thoughts

Program uses comedy and real stories to help people fight against suicidal thoughts

Program uses comedy and real stories to help people fight against suicidal thoughts
Crime|Education|World

'A real hero': Lt. Col. Brandon Shah remembered at ODU celebration of life

'A real hero': Lt. Col. Brandon Shah remembered at ODU celebration of life

'A real hero': Lt. Col. Brandon Shah remembered at ODU celebration of life
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

14-year-old launches foundation to support local veterans

14-year-old launches foundation to support local veterans

14-year-old launches foundation to support local veterans
Education|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Teen's journey home from Israel took him by bus, cab and foot through 3 countries

Teen's journey home from Israel took him by bus, cab and foot through 3 countries

Teen's journey home from Israel took him by bus, cab and foot through 3 countries
Education|Entertainment|Sports

Yaxel Lendeborg finally finds the spotlight at Michigan in leading Wolverines to Sweet 16 berth

It was hard to miss Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg on and off the court this past week

Yaxel Lendeborg finally finds the spotlight at Michigan in leading Wolverines to Sweet 16 berth
Arts|Education|Political|US|World

Statue of Christopher Columbus installed on White House grounds

Statue of Christopher Columbus installed on White House grounds

Statue of Christopher Columbus installed on White House grounds
Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

For the nearly 1 in 4 US adults with chronic pain, employers’ expectations of a healthy body can lead to shame

Having to deal with chronic pain at work is all too familiar for Americans in many occupations.

For the nearly 1 in 4 US adults with chronic pain, employers’ expectations of a healthy body can lead to shame
Arts|Education|Entertainment

What Betsy Ross’ real story tells us about women’s work in the Revolution − and why it still matters 250 years later

Betsy Ross probably did not sew the first American flag, but she was one of many craftswomen whose wartime labor helped build a nation.

What Betsy Ross’ real story tells us about women’s work in the Revolution − and why it still matters 250 years later
Education|Travel|World

Superintendent delivers diploma to Alvaro Velasquez, who self-deported

Superintendent delivers diploma to Alvaro Velasquez, who self-deported

Superintendent delivers diploma to Alvaro Velasquez, who self-deported
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Can you survive inside a tornado? This scientist did by accident – he’s lucky to be alive

When you’re inside a vortex, your body experiences things the news cameras can’t capture.

Can you survive inside a tornado? This scientist did by accident – he’s lucky to be alive
Education|Opinion

Immigrant kids can attend school regardless of citizenship – some states are challenging this standard

The Heritage Foundation released a policy document in February 2026 that spells out how states can try to challenge a 1982 Supreme Court ruling that enshrined immigrant students’ right to attend school.

Immigrant kids can attend school regardless of citizenship – some states are challenging this standard
Economy|Education|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

How Democrats learned to stop worrying and love tax cuts

Democrats are pushing new tax-cut plans to ease voters’ affordability worries and blunt Republicans’ advantage on the issue

How Democrats learned to stop worrying and love tax cuts
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Carr and Fears lead Michigan State to 17th Sweet 16 under Izzo with 77-69 win over Louisville

Michigan State has advanced to the Sweet 16 for the 17th time under coach Tom Izzo, beating Louisville 77-69 on in the second round of the NCAA Tournament

Carr and Fears lead Michigan State to 17th Sweet 16 under Izzo with 77-69 win over Louisville
Education|Health|Sports

Kansas' Bill Self says he hasn't decided whether to continue his Hall of Fame coaching career

Bill Self says he hasn’t decided whether he will continue his Hall of Fame coaching career after the Kansas Jayhawks’ season ended with a heartbreaking loss to St. John’s in the second round of the NCAA Tournament

Kansas' Bill Self says he hasn't decided whether to continue his Hall of Fame coaching career
Education|Entertainment|Sports|World

Tennessee reaches its 4th straight Sweet 16, beating Virginia 79-72 in March Madness

Ja’Kobi Gillespie scored 21 points, Nate Ament and Bishop Boswell played pivotal roles down the stretch and sixth-seeded Tennessee advanced to its fourth straight Sweet 16, beating Virginia 79-72 in the NCAA Tournament

Tennessee reaches its 4th straight Sweet 16, beating Virginia 79-72 in March Madness
Education|Entertainment|Sports

Dylan Darling hits driving layup at buzzer, St. John's beats Kansas 67-65 in March Madness thriller

Dylan Darling hit a driving layup as time expired for his only bucket of the game, and St. John’s blew a 13-point lead in the final minutes before advancing to its first Sweet 16 since 1999 with a 67-65 victory over Kansas

Dylan Darling hits driving layup at buzzer, St. John's beats Kansas 67-65 in March Madness thriller
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports|World

Battle's winner for Minnesota gives women's March Madness a shining moment in closest game yet

Amaya Battle gave the women's NCAA Tournament a true shining moment with her last-second shot that gave Minnesota the lead in a second round victory over Mississippi

Battle's winner for Minnesota gives women's March Madness a shining moment in closest game yet
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Her childhood crush messaged her out of the blue. Life was never the same again

Her childhood crush messaged her out of the blue. Life was never the same again

Her childhood crush messaged her out of the blue. Life was never the same again
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Jessie Diggins takes 12th after crash in final World Cup cross-country ski race of storied career

Jessie Diggins raised her arms after she crossed the finish line of the women’s 20-kilometer mass start, an exhausted smile on her face as the American standout wrapped up the final race of her storied career

Jessie Diggins takes 12th after crash in final World Cup cross-country ski race of storied career
Education|Lifestyle|Sports

Aday Mara has erased any doubts he had about his own ability. A big game Saturday helped Michigan waltz into the Sweet 16

Aday Mara has erased any doubts he had about his own ability. A big game Saturday helped Michigan waltz into the Sweet 16

Aday Mara has erased any doubts he had about his own ability. A big game Saturday helped Michigan waltz into the Sweet 16
Education|Entertainment|Sports

Nearly the greatest buzzer-beater ever? Half-court heave from Vanderbilt's Tyler Tanner rims out

Tyler Tanner was inches from March Madness immortality

Nearly the greatest buzzer-beater ever? Half-court heave from Vanderbilt's Tyler Tanner rims out
Economy|Education|Environment|World

Hawaii’s worst flooding in 20 years threatens dam, prompts evacuations, as more rain looms

Hawaii has been suffering its worst flooding in more than 20 years

Hawaii’s worst flooding in 20 years threatens dam, prompts evacuations, as more rain looms
Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

March Madness shuts out mid-majors as none reach 2nd round of women's NCAA Tournament for 1st time

March Madness wasn’t for mid-majors this year

March Madness shuts out mid-majors as none reach 2nd round of women's NCAA Tournament for 1st time
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Perfect brackets fall into the single digits after Texas upsets Gonzaga and Nebraska tops Vandy

Forty games into the NCAA Tournament, fans hoping to fill out a perfect bracket were a respectable 2 for 26,587,885

Perfect brackets fall into the single digits after Texas upsets Gonzaga and Nebraska tops Vandy
Education|Entertainment|Sports

UNC is evaluating its basketball program after another early March Madness exit under Hubert Davis

North Carolina athletic director Bubba Cunningham says the school is evaluating “all facets” of its tradition-rich men’s basketball program after another early exit from the NCAA Tournament under Hubert Davis

UNC is evaluating its basketball program after another early March Madness exit under Hubert Davis
Economy|Education|Political|Travel|World

TSA workers go unpaid as unpredictable wait times mount during shutdown. Here’s what travelers should know this weekend

TSA workers go unpaid as unpredictable wait times mount during shutdown. Here’s what travelers should know this weekend

TSA workers go unpaid as unpredictable wait times mount during shutdown. Here’s what travelers should know this weekend
Business|Education|Entertainment|Technology

A ‘bridge fund’ buys time for public media — but it may not be enough

A ‘bridge fund’ buys time for public media — but it may not be enough

A ‘bridge fund’ buys time for public media — but it may not be enough
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Man accused of secretly filming 2 women inside Massachusetts public library bathroom

Man accused of secretly filming 2 women inside Massachusetts public library bathroom

Man accused of secretly filming 2 women inside Massachusetts public library bathroom
Education|Health|Science

It's not just vaccines — parents are refusing other routine preventive care for newborns

Doctors across the nation are alarmed that skepticism fueled by rising anti-science sentiment and medical mistrust is increasingly reaching beyond vaccines to other safe and routine care for babies

It's not just vaccines — parents are refusing other routine preventive care for newborns
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports

Should you try the 75 Hard challenge? Experts warn the risks may outweigh the benefits

Should you try the 75 Hard challenge? Experts warn the risks may outweigh the benefits

Should you try the 75 Hard challenge? Experts warn the risks may outweigh the benefits
Arts|Crime|Education|Lifestyle

Dolores Huerta’s civil rights legacy was inextricably linked with Cesar Chavez. Then she accused him of abuse

Dolores Huerta’s civil rights legacy was inextricably linked with Cesar Chavez. Then she accused him of abuse

Dolores Huerta’s civil rights legacy was inextricably linked with Cesar Chavez. Then she accused him of abuse
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

March Madness crosses paths with family time for High Point coaches with mom off to work

Family matters at High Point, enough that coach Chelsea Banbury has no problem with assistant Katie Clayman missing the Panthers’ last practice before their NCAA Tournament opener

March Madness crosses paths with family time for High Point coaches with mom off to work
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Judge orders Voice of America be put back together again. What are the chances that will happen?

A judge this week ruled that Voice of America's employees — and the news organization itself — get back to work

Judge orders Voice of America be put back together again. What are the chances that will happen?
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health

2 firefighters killed after firetruck overturns

2 firefighters killed after firetruck overturns

2 firefighters killed after firetruck overturns
Education|Entertainment|Sports

Purdue's Braden Smith breaks Bobby Hurley’s Division I career assist record in NCAA tourney opener

Purdue guard Braden Smith broke former Duke star Bobby Hurley’s Division I assist record with 12:11 to go in the first half of the Boilermakers’ NCAA Tournament game against Queens on Friday night

Purdue's Braden Smith breaks Bobby Hurley’s Division I career assist record in NCAA tourney opener
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports

Doctors want more women lifting weights. Experts say welcoming gyms and education would help

More research is starting to show that women can benefit from lifting weights, perhaps even more than men

Doctors want more women lifting weights. Experts say welcoming gyms and education would help
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

From a campus steakhouse to a mock airplane cabin for students, High Point is no ordinary Cinderella

High Point’s bracket-busting NCAA Tournament upset has put the spotlight on the private school in North Carolina that offers some unusual perks for its student body

From a campus steakhouse to a mock airplane cabin for students, High Point is no ordinary Cinderella
Crime|Education|Europe|Travel|World

US college student's death in Barcelona was likely an accident, Spanish police say

The death of U.S. college student James “Jimmy” Gracey in Spain was likely an accident, local authorities have said

US college student's death in Barcelona was likely an accident, Spanish police say
Crime|Education|Political|US|World

One teen protester detained over scuffle with Pennsylvania police chief enters probation program

The first of five high school protesters detained for days in Pennsylvania after a scuffle with a man who turned out to be the police chief entered a probationary program designed to spare him a criminal record

One teen protester detained over scuffle with Pennsylvania police chief enters probation program
Crime|Education|World

Trump administration sues Harvard, saying it violated civil rights law and seeking to recover funds

The Justice Department has filed a new lawsuit against Harvard University, accusing it of failing to address antisemitism on campus

Trump administration sues Harvard, saying it violated civil rights law and seeking to recover funds
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

US to set up 12 regional disaster response hubs as it consolidates emergency humanitarian aid

The State Department is setting up 12 regional hubs to coordinate disaster and emergency humanitarian responses under the auspices of a new bureau that will oversee some of the functions that had been handled by the now-dismantled U.S. Agency for International Development

US to set up 12 regional disaster response hubs as it consolidates emergency humanitarian aid
Education|Health|Political

Colorado bill aims to reduce racial disparities in maternal mortality

Colorado bill aims to reduce racial disparities in maternal mortality

Colorado bill aims to reduce racial disparities in maternal mortality
Crime|Education

Crossing guard resigns days after brutal assault outside Delaware County school

Crossing guard resigns days after brutal assault outside Delaware County school

Crossing guard resigns days after brutal assault outside Delaware County school
Business|Economy|Education|Environment

City Council approves plans for what would be largest data center in Illinois

City Council approves plans for what would be largest data center in Illinois

City Council approves plans for what would be largest data center in Illinois
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel

'Everyone's, of course, will be a little bit different': Museum to host souvenir quilt craft for National Quilting Day

'Everyone's, of course, will be a little bit different': Museum to host souvenir quilt craft for National Quilting Day

'Everyone's, of course, will be a little bit different': Museum to host souvenir quilt craft for National Quilting Day
Education|US|World

Trump administration sues Harvard, alleging school didn’t protect Jewish students as settlement talks go nowhere

Trump administration sues Harvard, alleging school didn’t protect Jewish students as settlement talks go nowhere

Trump administration sues Harvard, alleging school didn’t protect Jewish students as settlement talks go nowhere
Crime|Education|World

Body of missing US college student found in Barcelona

The body of University of Alabama student James "Jimmy" Gracey has been found, according to a spokesperson for the Barcelona police force. CNN's Dianne Gallagher reports.

Body of missing US college student found in Barcelona
Education|Health|Science|Sports|Technology

Man’s heart defect sparks life-saving change

Man’s heart defect sparks life-saving change

Man’s heart defect sparks life-saving change
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

‘Project Hail Mary’ explores unique forms of life in space – 5 essential reads on searching for aliens that look nothing like life on Earth

The fictional biologist in ‘Project Hail Mary’ claims that potential alien organisms might not be made of carbon or require water, unlike life on Earth.

‘Project Hail Mary’ explores unique forms of life in space – 5 essential reads on searching for aliens that look nothing like life on Earth
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Baptist church with ties to Underground Railroad celebrates 200 years of faith

Baptist church with ties to Underground Railroad celebrates 200 years of faith

Baptist church with ties to Underground Railroad celebrates 200 years of faith
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

From porch to pantry: Nonprofit makes giving back easy

From porch to pantry: Nonprofit makes giving back easy

From porch to pantry: Nonprofit makes giving back easy
Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Saint Louis pounds Georgia 102-77 in March Madness as Dion Brown dominates at the rim with 18 points

Dion Brown scored 18 points on 9-of-10 shooting, all on layups and dunks, and Saint Louis blew out Georgia 102-77 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament

Saint Louis pounds Georgia 102-77 in March Madness as Dion Brown dominates at the rim with 18 points
Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports|World

Vokietaitis has 23 as No. 11 seed Texas gets past Dybantsa and No. 6 BYU 79-71 in March Madness

Matas Vokietaitis had 23 points and 16 rebounds, and No. 11 seed Texas knocked off sixth-seeded BYU 79-71 on Thursday in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament, overcoming 35 points from Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa

Vokietaitis has 23 as No. 11 seed Texas gets past Dybantsa and No. 6 BYU 79-71 in March Madness
Arts|Crime|Education|Political|World

Cesar Chavez abuse allegations force communities to rethink honors for the labor leader

Cesar Chavez abuse allegations force communities to rethink honors for the labor leader

Cesar Chavez abuse allegations force communities to rethink honors for the labor leader
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Technology

Teenagers sue Musk's xAI claiming image-generator made sexually explicit images of them as minors

Three teenagers in Tennessee have sued Elon Musk’s xAI, claiming the company’s image-generation tools were used to morph real photos of them into explicitly sexual images

Teenagers sue Musk's xAI claiming image-generator made sexually explicit images of them as minors
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Siena played fearlessly against Duke. It was enough to flirt with an all-time March Madness upset

Siena flirted with pulling off an all-time shocking upset in March Madness when it faced No. 1 overall tournament seed Duke

Siena played fearlessly against Duke. It was enough to flirt with an all-time March Madness upset
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political

Treasury Department to take over some federal student loans, as Trump administration works to dismantle Education Department

Treasury Department to take over some federal student loans, as Trump administration works to dismantle Education Department

Treasury Department to take over some federal student loans, as Trump administration works to dismantle Education Department
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Monthly cash payments could boost disaster survivors. A Maui nonprofit tries it out

A new cash aid program in Maui is helping some Lahaina fire survivors stay afloat long after the flames

Monthly cash payments could boost disaster survivors. A Maui nonprofit tries it out
Business|Economy|Education|Political

Student loans to go to Treasury Department as Trump continues to dismantle Education Department

The U.S. Education Department is handing off a portion of its student loan portfolio to the Treasury Department

Student loans to go to Treasury Department as Trump continues to dismantle Education Department
Business|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Brazil rolls out law boosting online protection of minors

Brazil now enforces a sweeping new law that aims to make the internet safer for children and teens

Brazil rolls out law boosting online protection of minors
Crime|Education|Europe

The body of an American student who went missing in Barcelona has been found, police in Spain say

Spanish authorities say they have found the body of missing college student from Illinois who was missing for more than two days

The body of an American student who went missing in Barcelona has been found, police in Spain say
Crime|Education|Political|World

César Chavez's name, once an honor, now carries a stain that officials want to scrub

Within hours of explosive sexual abuse allegations against labor leader César Chavez, officials at a California university took swift action and covered a statue of him

César Chavez's name, once an honor, now carries a stain that officials want to scrub
Education|Entertainment|Sports|US|World

No. 1 overall seed Duke survives 16-seed Siena, rallies for 71-65 win in 1st round of March Madness

Duke barely avoided a shocking upset to open the NCAA Tournament before beating Siena 71-65

No. 1 overall seed Duke survives 16-seed Siena, rallies for 71-65 win in 1st round of March Madness
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Rhode Island high school hockey team rallies to championship after fatal ice rink shooting

Colin Dorgan has helped lead his high school hockey team to a Rhode Island state championship after losing his mother, brother, and grandfather last month in a shooting at an ice rink

Rhode Island high school hockey team rallies to championship after fatal ice rink shooting
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

‘We’re scared’: Fraternity brother of University of Alabama student missing in Barcelona speaks out

‘We’re scared’: Fraternity brother of University of Alabama student missing in Barcelona speaks out

‘We’re scared’: Fraternity brother of University of Alabama student missing in Barcelona speaks out
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Europe|US|World

Michigan synagogue posts photos of fire damage a week after armed man plowed truck into building

A Michigan synagogue has posted photos on social media of major fire damage that occurred when a man drove a pickup truck into the building last week before killing himself

Michigan synagogue posts photos of fire damage a week after armed man plowed truck into building
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

'Say the F word': Cincinnati billboards urging people to confront fentanyl crisis

'Say the F word': Cincinnati billboards urging people to confront fentanyl crisis

'Say the F word': Cincinnati billboards urging people to confront fentanyl crisis
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

The piano doctor is making house calls across the US to keep a dying craft alive

The piano doctor is making house calls across the US to keep a dying craft alive

The piano doctor is making house calls across the US to keep a dying craft alive
Business|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

‘Microshifting’ puts a new spin on 9-to-5 schedules

A new way of scheduling work time is remaking the typical nine-to-five routine

‘Microshifting’ puts a new spin on 9-to-5 schedules
Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Lifestyle

They're getting maple syrup from trees with a modern twist in Sharon, Massachusetts

They're getting maple syrup from trees with a modern twist in Sharon, Massachusetts

They're getting maple syrup from trees with a modern twist in Sharon, Massachusetts
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Peachtree City woman diagnosed with breast cancer at 28 shares story of joy, resiliency

Peachtree City woman diagnosed with breast cancer at 28 shares story of joy, resiliency

Peachtree City woman diagnosed with breast cancer at 28 shares story of joy, resiliency
Arts|Education|Environment|Science

You probably agree with the animals on which bird calls, frog noises and cricket chirps are most attractive – new research

Many aspects of animals that people find beautiful evolved to be attractive to the animals themselves. A new study hints at a common aspect of perception that dates back hundreds of millions of years.

You probably agree with the animals on which bird calls, frog noises and cricket chirps are most attractive – new research
Americas|Crime|Education|US

ICE releases NYC student Dylan Lopez Contreras 10 months after his arrest sparked protests

ICE releases NYC student Dylan Lopez Contreras 10 months after his arrest sparked protests

ICE releases NYC student Dylan Lopez Contreras 10 months after his arrest sparked protests
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Inside a South Jersey gym, a nonprofit is helping women "reclaim their power" through a self-defense class

Inside a South Jersey gym, a nonprofit is helping women "reclaim their power" through a self-defense class

Inside a South Jersey gym, a nonprofit is helping women "reclaim their power" through a self-defense class
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Philadelphia youth wheelchair basketball team prepares for third straight championship run

Philadelphia youth wheelchair basketball team prepares for third straight championship run

Philadelphia youth wheelchair basketball team prepares for third straight championship run
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Dolores Huerta ends her silence, champions decades of advocacy for marginalized groups

Dolores Huerta has dedicated her life to breaking down barriers and cemented her place in history as one of the nation’s most influential labor leaders, civil rights icons and feminist activists

Dolores Huerta ends her silence, champions decades of advocacy for marginalized groups
Education|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Sports

He was shot just months into his freshman year. Now, Jeremy Fears Jr. is Tom Izzo’s latest Spartan floor general

He was shot just months into his freshman year. Now, Jeremy Fears Jr. is Tom Izzo’s latest Spartan floor general

He was shot just months into his freshman year. Now, Jeremy Fears Jr. is Tom Izzo’s latest Spartan floor general
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science

Newly discovered ‘hell heron’ adds evidence in longstanding dinosaur debate

Newly discovered ‘hell heron’ adds evidence in longstanding dinosaur debate

Newly discovered ‘hell heron’ adds evidence in longstanding dinosaur debate
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Technology

Student who survived deadly Tesla Cybertruck crash in California sues automaker

Student who survived deadly Tesla Cybertruck crash in California sues automaker

Student who survived deadly Tesla Cybertruck crash in California sues automaker
Economy|Education|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Science|World

A Nordic nation is the world’s happiest country for the ninth year in a row

A Nordic nation is the world’s happiest country for the ninth year in a row

A Nordic nation is the world’s happiest country for the ninth year in a row
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Science

Gender conformity starts young – and boys and girls fall in line in different ways

Children learn what it means to be a woman or a man early on. How they respond to threats to how well they conform to gender stereotypes changes with age.

Gender conformity starts young – and boys and girls fall in line in different ways
Education|Science|Technology|World

Information is a battlefield: 4 questions you can ask to judge the reliability of news reports and social posts about the US-Iran war

In the face of little information, or misinformation, about the war in Iran, media literacy can prove a valuable tool to assess what’s happening on the ground.

Information is a battlefield: 4 questions you can ask to judge the reliability of news reports and social posts about the US-Iran war
Economy|Education|Environment|Health

Trump’s new child care subsidy rules compound an already dire situation for providers and families

The Trump administration’s new child care subsidy rules are the latest measure to challenge the struggling industry.

Trump’s new child care subsidy rules compound an already dire situation for providers and families
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Weeks after losing 3 family members, this teen channeled his grief to help his hockey team seize the state championship title

Weeks after losing 3 family members, this teen channeled his grief to help his hockey team seize the state championship title

Weeks after losing 3 family members, this teen channeled his grief to help his hockey team seize the state championship title
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political

A scary injury led to Trump's close bond with Homeland Security nominee Mullin

A U.S. senator from Oklahoma who is poised to join President Donald Trump's cabinet says it was a serious brain injury to his son that drew him closer to the president

A scary injury led to Trump's close bond with Homeland Security nominee Mullin
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|World

César Chavez Day events renamed, postponed or canceled after sexual abuse allegations

Allegations that César Chavez sexually abused women and girls are reshaping how many communities honor him

César Chavez Day events renamed, postponed or canceled after sexual abuse allegations
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

New women’s pro baseball league turns long-held dreams into reality at Red Sox spring home

Kelsie Whitmore stood near third base at JetBlue Park and looked around at her new norm

New women’s pro baseball league turns long-held dreams into reality at Red Sox spring home
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US downgraded in democracy index as press freedom concerns grow

US downgraded in democracy index as press freedom concerns grow

US downgraded in democracy index as press freedom concerns grow
Business|Economy|Education|Lifestyle|Sports

From NIL deals to retirement at 35: JPMorgan aims to help athletes avoid bad money habits

JPMorgan Chase is making a new wealth advising push for athletes at every income level, so their money lasts longer

From NIL deals to retirement at 35: JPMorgan aims to help athletes avoid bad money habits
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Sports

A landmark WNBA labor deal nears reality, paving the way for the first million dollar players

A landmark new WNBA collective bargaining agreement was reached in principle early Wednesday morning that will give the league its first million dollar players

A landmark WNBA labor deal nears reality, paving the way for the first million dollar players
Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Jail inmates and 4-H students bond through agriculture and art

Jail inmates and 4-H students bond through agriculture and art

Jail inmates and 4-H students bond through agriculture and art
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Shaq O'Neal offering to pay for the funeral of Georgia girl, 12, who died after a fight

Shaquille O'Neal is offering to pay for the funeral of a 12-year-old Georgia girl who died days after she collapsed following a fight after school

Shaq O'Neal offering to pay for the funeral of Georgia girl, 12, who died after a fight
Education|Health|Sports

Michigan wrestler defying all odds to get back on the mat after losing his leg to cancer

Michigan wrestler defying all odds to get back on the mat after losing his leg to cancer

Michigan wrestler defying all odds to get back on the mat after losing his leg to cancer
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Teen‑run thrift shop offers free clothing and a path to confidence

Teen‑run thrift shop offers free clothing and a path to confidence

Teen‑run thrift shop offers free clothing and a path to confidence
Education|Health|Science

What’s the equivalent of a wheelchair for a person with schizophrenia? How psychiatric rehabilitation brings community into care

Helping patients navigate disability outside the clinic is critical to rehabilitation for physical conditions. People with psychiatric conditions can benefit from the same philosophy.

What’s the equivalent of a wheelchair for a person with schizophrenia? How psychiatric rehabilitation brings community into care
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Suspect in mass shooting: voices told me to kill demons

Suspect in mass shooting: voices told me to kill demons

Suspect in mass shooting: voices told me to kill demons
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

STEM class develops tool for wheelchair users

STEM class develops tool for wheelchair users

STEM class develops tool for wheelchair users
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Coffee shop stepping up to help nonprofit in need give away bikes

Coffee shop stepping up to help nonprofit in need give away bikes

Coffee shop stepping up to help nonprofit in need give away bikes
Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle

The gender gap in caregiver well-being is real. How to fix it

The gender gap in caregiver well-being is real. How to fix it

The gender gap in caregiver well-being is real. How to fix it
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After years of setbacks, mom receives pardon to begin new chapter

After years of setbacks, mom receives pardon to begin new chapter

After years of setbacks, mom receives pardon to begin new chapter
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High schoolers shave heads for pediatric cancer research

High schoolers shave heads for pediatric cancer research

High schoolers shave heads for pediatric cancer research
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

KCK firefighters search for Good Samaritan who saved driver from burning car

KCK firefighters search for Good Samaritan who saved driver from burning car

KCK firefighters search for Good Samaritan who saved driver from burning car
Arts|Education

For her 100th birthday, this "Rosie the Riveter" wants help funding a monument to women who helped win WWII

For her 100th birthday, this "Rosie the Riveter" wants help funding a monument to women who helped win WWII

For her 100th birthday, this "Rosie the Riveter" wants help funding a monument to women who helped win WWII
Education|Health|Opinion

What an ancient Chinese philosopher can teach us about Americans’ obsession with college rankings

More than 2,000 years ago, Laozi was all too familiar with the pitfalls of comparing yourself to other people’s accomplishments.

What an ancient Chinese philosopher can teach us about Americans’ obsession with college rankings
Education|Health|Opinion|Science|Technology

More and more teachers and students are using AI – even though it might do more harm than good

Some new findings show that AI has certain benefits, such as reducing barriers for students with learning disabilities. But overall, more evidence is needed to understand how AI influences learning.

More and more teachers and students are using AI – even though it might do more harm than good
Crime|Education|Opinion|Sports

It’s been 75 years since college basketball’s first major gambling scandal. Not all that much has changed

It’s been 75 years since college basketball’s first major gambling scandal. Not all that much has changed

It’s been 75 years since college basketball’s first major gambling scandal. Not all that much has changed
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There are sharks in Las Vegas feasting on hundreds of pounds of fish every week

Becky O’Brien always wanted to work with ocean life, but she didn’t realize she’d be able to do the job in the middle of the Las Vegas desert

There are sharks in Las Vegas feasting on hundreds of pounds of fish every week
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Tramon Mark's late jumper gives Texas a 68-66 win over NC State in the First Four

Tramon Mark hit a fadeaway jumper from just inside the 3-point line with 1.1 seconds left, and Texas survived a late rally to beat N

Tramon Mark's late jumper gives Texas a 68-66 win over NC State in the First Four
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Howard gets its first March Madness win, holding off UMBC 86-83 in the First Four

Bryce Harris had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and he sank a turnaround jumper with 13 seconds remaining that sent Howard to its first NCAA Tournament victory in program history, 86-83 over UMBC in the First Four

Howard gets its first March Madness win, holding off UMBC 86-83 in the First Four
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Aden Holloway, Alabama's No. 2 scorer, had 2.1 pounds of marijuana when arrested, authorities say

Authorities found 2.1 pounds of marijuana in Alabama basketball star Aden Holloway’s apartment when they arrested him Monday on a felony drug charge

Aden Holloway, Alabama's No. 2 scorer, had 2.1 pounds of marijuana when arrested, authorities say
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In his words: How Gregory Bovino became a face of Trump's mass deportations and ended his career

Gregory Bovino says he plans to retire from the U.S. Border Patrol in the coming weeks

In his words: How Gregory Bovino became a face of Trump's mass deportations and ended his career
Arts|Crime|Education|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

An update on immigrants who were detained in Trump's crackdown on campus activism

Just over a year ago, the Trump administration began an immigration enforcement campaign that swept up multiple people who had participated in pro-Palestinian activism on U.S. campuses

An update on immigrants who were detained in Trump's crackdown on campus activism
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Denver Rescue Mission works to end homelessness in Northern Colorado with new Fort Collins facility

Denver Rescue Mission works to end homelessness in Northern Colorado with new Fort Collins facility

Denver Rescue Mission works to end homelessness in Northern Colorado with new Fort Collins facility
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

How Atlanta's reinvigorated Pothole Posse tackles street problems

How Atlanta's reinvigorated Pothole Posse tackles street problems

How Atlanta's reinvigorated Pothole Posse tackles street problems
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Student creates website to help community find, share blessing boxes

Student creates website to help community find, share blessing boxes

Student creates website to help community find, share blessing boxes
Arts|Education|Entertainment

Newark's Arts High School celebrates alum Michael B. Jordan's best actor Oscar win

Newark's Arts High School celebrates alum Michael B. Jordan's best actor Oscar win

Newark's Arts High School celebrates alum Michael B. Jordan's best actor Oscar win
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political

A $50 million push hopes to make child care a top issue in the midterm elections

An advocacy group is providing support to candidates who want to expand support for child and elder care in the midterm elections

A $50 million push hopes to make child care a top issue in the midterm elections
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

32 years after deadly tornado, survivors say the fear never fully goes away

32 years after deadly tornado, survivors say the fear never fully goes away

32 years after deadly tornado, survivors say the fear never fully goes away
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Marine veteran continues mission of service, leading disaster response with Team Rubicon

Marine veteran continues mission of service, leading disaster response with Team Rubicon

Marine veteran continues mission of service, leading disaster response with Team Rubicon
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Elementary and middle school students create 1,400 paintings for fundraiser

Elementary and middle school students create 1,400 paintings for fundraiser

Elementary and middle school students create 1,400 paintings for fundraiser
Education

College Republicans sue University of Florida's president over deactivation of its chapter

College Republicans at the University of Florida are suing the school president over what they call an unlawful crackdown on free speech

College Republicans sue University of Florida's president over deactivation of its chapter
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

'Glad it didn't hit the house’: Blizzard causes downed trees, power outages in Wisconsin

'Glad it didn't hit the house’: Blizzard causes downed trees, power outages in Wisconsin

'Glad it didn't hit the house’: Blizzard causes downed trees, power outages in Wisconsin
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

World-renowned artist's work inspires those with disabilities to share their voices

World-renowned artist's work inspires those with disabilities to share their voices

World-renowned artist's work inspires those with disabilities to share their voices
Education|Science|World

Shigeaki Mori, Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor and historian embraced by Obama, dies at 88

Japanese atomic bomb survivor Shigeaki Mori has died at age 88

Shigeaki Mori, Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor and historian embraced by Obama, dies at 88
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment

Rev. Al Sharpton joins NYC museum's call to stop next-door construction after Underground Railroad discovery

Rev. Al Sharpton joins NYC museum's call to stop next-door construction after Underground Railroad discovery

Rev. Al Sharpton joins NYC museum's call to stop next-door construction after Underground Railroad discovery
Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Startup helps children across the U.S. become published authors

Startup helps children across the U.S. become published authors

Startup helps children across the U.S. become published authors
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Mother of fallen firefighter frustrated with lack of action on welding safety bill

Mother of fallen firefighter frustrated with lack of action on welding safety bill

Mother of fallen firefighter frustrated with lack of action on welding safety bill