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Chicago Schools Facing Heat Over Teacher Misconduct

December 20, 2025

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is under fire for its handling of teacher misconduct cases. A child advocate and a former student recently spoke out, urging the school board to take stronger action. Tania Haigh, president of KIDS TOO, a child advocacy group, told board members that the current approach

technology

The AI Chatbot Craze: How Personality Won the Race

December 20, 2025

In late 2022, a chatbot named ChatGPT was launched by OpenAI. It was not expected to be a big hit. Earlier chatbots had been ignored or even disliked. The team behind ChatGPT thought it would last only a month. They saw it as a test to learn from. But ChatGPT became a huge success. It now has 800 mi

politics

Lawmaker Challenges FAA on Funding Cuts for Airport Solar Project

December 20, 2025

Rep. Andre Carson recently questioned the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) about cuts to aviation grants, specifically targeting the termination of funds for a solar farm upgrade at Indianapolis International Airport. He argued that these cuts, made under the Department of Government Efficiency

health

Why Stopping Antipsychotic Meds Can Be Tricky

December 20, 2025

People with schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders often take antipsychotic medications. These drugs help manage symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking. But what happens when someone wants to stop taking them? This is a big decision. It's not just about the person's hea

sports

Coach's Career Ends After Controversial Relationship and Alcohol Claims

December 20, 2025

Brian Smith, former head football coach at Ohio University, found himself in hot water. The school decided to let him go for two main reasons. First, he was involved with an undergraduate student. Second, there were claims that he showed up to a public event smelling like alcohol. This all led to hi

sports

The Journey of Gracen Halton: From San Diego to SEC Stardom

December 20, 2025

Gracen Halton might not be a household name in college football, but his journey is inspiring. He's not a five-star recruit or a high school All-American, yet he's become a key player for the Oklahoma Sooners. His story is about hard work, faith, and a big decision that changed his path. Gracen was

business

U. S. Navy's New Small Combat Ships: A Familiar Design Takes the Lead

December 19, 2025

The U. S. Navy has picked Ingalls Shipbuilding to create and construct new small surface combatant (SSC) ships. These ships will be based on the design of the Legend-class national security cutters, which Ingalls has already built for the U. S. Coast Guard. This decision makes sense because Ingalls

technology

iPhone Users Face a Tough Choice: Update or Stay Vulnerable

December 19, 2025

Apple has rolled out iOS 26. 2 with critical security patches, including fixes for two WebKit bugs that could have been exploited in targeted attacks. Alongside this, iOS 18. 7. 3 was also released to address the same vulnerabilities for users who haven't upgraded to iOS 26. However, there's a catch

celebrities

A Bond That Spanned Decades: Albert Brooks Reflects on His Friendship with Rob Reiner

December 19, 2025

Albert Brooks, a well-known comedian and actor, is still grappling with the loss of his longtime friend, Rob Reiner. The two first crossed paths in a drama class at Beverly Hills High School when they were just teenagers. Brooks shared his feelings of disbelief and shock over Reiner's passing in an

technology

Waste to Wonder: How Eggshells Power Green Tech

December 19, 2025

Ever thought trash could fuel tech? Eggshells, often discarded, are now key in making green, touch-sensitive devices. These e-skins detect pressure and touch without needing extra energy. The magic? A blend of eggshells and gelatin. This mix crafts flexible, single-electrode triboelectric nanogener