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The High Cost of School Technology: A Financial Burden on US Parents

August 28, 2024

As the back-to-school season approaches, a new survey reveals that more than half of US parents are struggling to afford the technology their children need for school. The survey, conducted by mobile device recommerce company EcoATM Gazelle, found that 55% of parents have gone into credit card debt

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RuPaul's Drag Race: More Than Sequins and Lip-Syncs - A Revolution in Motion

August 28, 2024

RuPaul's Drag Race has undoubtedly become a cultural landmark, weaving its way into the hearts of millions, and evolving into a powerful podium for political expression. Amidst the glitter and the fierce lip-sync battles, the show serves as a sanctuary for the LGBTQ+ community, particularly in thes

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Unveiling the Truth: The Secret Agenda Behind Education Department's Test Score Obstruction

August 28, 2024

In a stunning expose, the State Education Department (SED) and its governing body, the Board of Regents, have been unmasked for their deliberate attempts to conceal the poor performance of public schools, particularly those catering to minority students. The tactic of releasing 'preliminary' test re

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The Unstoppable Journey of Shedeur Sanders: From High School to Colorado's Field

August 27, 2024

Shedeur Sanders, the youngest son of NFL legend Deion Sanders, has been making waves in the football world. As a quarterback for Colorado, Sanders has been following in the footsteps of his esteemed family, with his brothers Shilo and Deion Sanders Jr. also having successful football careers. Sander

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A Rocky Start for FAFSA: What It Means for College Students and Their Families

August 27, 2024

The launch of the updated Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) was far from smooth, leaving many college students uncertain about their financial aid for the fall semester. The U.S. Department of Education has admitted to the issues and announced a delayed release for next year's FAFSA.

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The STAAR Test Standoff: Texas Schools Challenge the Legality and Reliability of the State's Grading System

August 27, 2024

In Texas, the release of public school ratings under the A-F academic accountability system has been halted for the second year in a row, this time due to a lawsuit by a group of school districts. These districts challenge the validity of the system that largely depends on STAAR scores. A Travis Cou

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Project 2025: A Bold Move to Abolish the US Department of Education - Trump's Campaign Promise

August 27, 2024

Project 2025, a conservative blueprint for the next U.S. Republican presidential administration, has made headlines with its ambitious plan to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. This proposal has gained traction and become a campaign promise of the 2024 Republican presidential candidate, fo

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Rev Up Your Career: O'Reilly Auto Parts Teams Up with U.S. Army's PaYS Program to Hire Veterans

August 27, 2024

O'Reilly Auto Parts has recently announced a partnership with the U.S. Army's Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) Program, a move that aims to ease the transition from military to civilian careers for soldiers. This collaboration guarantees soldiers interviews with PaYS partners as they prepare for

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North Idaho College Experiences a Surge in Enrollment: A Revival of Career and Technical Education

August 27, 2024

North Idaho College (NIC) is experiencing a remarkable revival as enrollment numbers reach a decade-long high. With a 7% increase in overall enrollment compared to last year, NIC is welcoming 2,914 students this fall, up from 2,717 in 2021. This growth is particularly noteworthy in the career and t

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Microsoft Teams Unifies into a Single App: Work, Personal, and Education in One Place

August 27, 2024

Microsoft Teams has officially become a unified app, combining work and personal use into one seamless experience.Previously, Teams was divided into two separate Windows 11 apps, causing confusion for users. Now, Teams is a single app that allows users to switch between different accounts and access