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Big Boss Tells Staff to Stay Home Amid Protest Plans

November 7, 2025

A major investment company, Apollo Global Management, has asked its New York City employees to work from home on a specific Friday. This is because a protest is planned outside their office. The protest is about the company's CEO, Marc Rowan, who supports President Trump's policies on universities. ...

education

Austin's Bid for Science Education Funding: A Closer Look

November 7, 2025

In Austin, Minnesota, a big push is happening to boost science education. The Hormel Institute is leading the charge, asking for a hefty $5 million from the state to expand its Minnesota Bioimaging Center (MiBC). This isn't just about building new spaces; it's about creating opportunities for studen

politics

Why Democrats Should Make Education Their Big Win

November 7, 2025

In the upcoming elections, Democrats might want to focus on education. It's not just a problem to fix; it's a powerful tool for change. Two candidates in Texas, James Talarico and Colin Allred, are already doing this. They're making education a big part of their campaigns. Talarico, a former teache

education

Why Do People Choose to Donate Their Bodies to Science?

November 6, 2025

Medical schools rely heavily on donated human bodies. These bodies are essential for teaching anatomy and surgical skills. Yet, there's a significant gap between the number of bodies needed and those available. Donated bodies help medical students understand the human body. They also allow doctors

education

A Big Boost for Science and Engineering at TCU

November 6, 2025

Texas Christian University just got a huge surprise. Someone gave them $40 million to help their science and engineering programs grow. This is the biggest gift they've ever gotten for these programs in their 25-year history. The money comes from Louise Dilworth Davis. She went to TCU a long time a

entertainment

Dinosaurs Roar Back to Life in Denver

November 6, 2025

Dinosaurs are long gone, but they're back in Denver, and this time, they're not just bones in a museum. Dinos Alive is an exhibit that brings these ancient creatures to life in a big way. It's like stepping into a prehistoric world, where dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes tower over you. The exhibit

health

How an Online Course Changed Minds About Osteoarthritis

November 6, 2025

People with hip and knee osteoarthritis often have wrong ideas about their condition. They think surgery is the only way out. But doctors say exercise and weight loss should come first. A recent study looked at how an online course changed these beliefs. The course lasted four weeks. People could d

education

A Teacher's Legacy: Louise Brink Géczy's Impact on Human Rights Education

November 6, 2025

Louise Brink Géczy, a respected educator from Harford County, passed away on October 27 at the age of 79. Her influence extended far beyond the classroom, touching the lives of many students and colleagues. She was known for her dedication to teaching and her commitment to human rights. Born in Ohi

education

Vermont's Education Law Faces Legal Heat from Christian School

November 6, 2025

A Christian school in Vermont is making waves by challenging a new state law that changes how public tuition dollars are handed out. The Mid Vermont Christian School argues that the law, Act 73, is unfairly cutting religious schools out of the funding loop. They claim the law was designed to exclude

health

Nursing's Quiet Revolution: How ELNEC is Changing End-of-Life Care

November 6, 2025

Nurses play a pivotal role in providing care to patients at the end of their lives. In 2000, a group of visionaries saw a need to improve how nurses were trained to do this. They created the End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium, or ELNEC. This program aimed to equip nurses with the skills and kn