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Student Loan Repayment Plans: What's Going On?

March 15, 2025

Student loan borrowers are facing a tough time right now. The Education Department has pulled down applications for income-driven repayment plans. This change has left many people confused and worried, especially those who have lost their jobs. These plans are supposed to make monthly payments more

education

Racial Preferences or Merit? The Big Question in Education

March 15, 2025

The U. S. Department of Education has launched a big investigation into 52 universities across 41 states. The claim is that these schools are using racial preferences and stereotypes in their education programs and activities. This is a big deal because it involves some of the most prestigious unive

sports

Fran McCaffery's Iowa Exit: A Look at His 15 Year Legacy

March 15, 2025

The University of Iowa has decided to move on from Fran McCaffery, who spent 15 years as the head coach of the men's basketball team. McCaffery's final record stands at 297 wins and 207 losses, making him the winningest coach in Hawkeye basketball history. McCaffery's last season was a bit

sports

The University of Texas' Gambling Scandal

March 15, 2025

In 2024, the University of Texas found itself in hot water. Five individuals from the athletic department were caught breaking NCAA rules. They were caught gambling on sports. This is a big no-no in college sports. The violations happened between July and November 2024. The people involved inclu

politics

Civil Rights in Schools: Parents Fight Back Against Trump's Cuts

March 15, 2025

The Trump administration is facing a legal battle over its recent decision to fire a large number of civil rights investigators and lawyers from the Department of Education. This move has sparked concerns that the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) will be unable to handle complaints of discrimination in

politics

Amazon vs. FTC: A Confusing Back-and-Forth

March 14, 2025

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently found itself in a puzzling situation involving Amazon. Initially, the FTC claimed it couldn't pursue a case against Amazon due to significant budget and resource cuts. These cuts were part of a broader effort by the Department of Government Efficiency to r

education

Student Loans: The New Math

March 14, 2025

The recent changes to student loan policies have left many borrowers in a tough spot. Nearly 43 million Americans with federal student loan debt are now facing a significant increase in their monthly payments. This change comes as a result of the Trump administration's overhaul of the education sys

health

Why Hepatocellular Carcinoma Patients May Benefit from a New Drug Combination

March 14, 2025

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a type of liver cancer that is notoriously tough to treat. Doctors have been experimenting with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) to fight this disease. However, these drugs can sometimes make the cancer grow faster, a condition known as hyperprogressive disease (

celebrities

Diddy's New Twist: CNN Video Tampering Claims

March 14, 2025

Sean Combs, also known as Diddy, is making headlines again. This time, he's accusing CNN of tampering with a crucial video. The video in question shows a heated moment between Diddy and his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura in 2016. Combs claims that CNN altered the footage to make him look worse. He s

health

Breathe Easy: How Air Purifiers Can Improve Your Health

March 14, 2025

Allergies are a common problem for many people, especially when the weather starts to warm up. Many people do not know that allergens like pollen and dust mites can follow you inside your home. The Environmental Protection Agency has found that indoor pollutant levels can be much higher than outdo