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Beloved Massachusetts zoo closed after powerful storm damages animal enclosures: "It was overwhelming"

Beloved Massachusetts zoo closed after powerful storm damages animal enclosures: "It was overwhelming"

Beloved Massachusetts zoo closed after powerful storm damages animal enclosures: "It was overwhelming"
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

"Jimmy Jam" saved 6 lives through organ donation and changed minds: "He's continuing life"

"Jimmy Jam" saved 6 lives through organ donation and changed minds: "He's continuing life"

"Jimmy Jam" saved 6 lives through organ donation and changed minds: "He's continuing life"
Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

8-year-old reels in piranha at Ridley Park Lake in Delaware County, Pennsylvania: "It was pretty crazy"

8-year-old reels in piranha at Ridley Park Lake in Delaware County, Pennsylvania: "It was pretty crazy"

8-year-old reels in piranha at Ridley Park Lake in Delaware County, Pennsylvania: "It was pretty crazy"
Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Technology

What's the latest in the trials over claims social media is hurting children?

Meta Platforms, Google's YouTube, TikTok parent ByteDance and Snap Inc are facing thousands of lawsuits brought by states, school districts and individuals alleging they

What's the latest in the trials over claims social media is hurting children?
Economy|Education|Health|Political

Trump’s vaccine order hands some MAHA voters a win. It also gives Democrats an attack line

President Donald Trump's executive order to change the childhood vaccine schedule could endear him to some “Make America Healthy Again” voters who want more flexibility on immunization

Trump’s vaccine order hands some MAHA voters a win. It also gives Democrats an attack line
Crime|Education|Health|Political|World

Thailand tightens gun controls after deadly school shooting

Thailand tightens gun controls after deadly school shooting

Thailand tightens gun controls after deadly school shooting
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Palestinian students and staff sue Columbia University alleging discrimination

A group of current and former Palestinian students and staff have sued Columbia University, alleging discriminatory treatment by the school against its

Palestinian students and staff sue Columbia University alleging discrimination
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

Colombia quake death toll tops 250 as rescuers race to find survivors

Rescue crews on Tuesday dug through mountains of rubble in western Colombia, shouting for quiet

Colombia quake death toll tops 250 as rescuers race to find survivors
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Doctors say Trump's vaccine order will raise fears, cause confusion and endanger kids

Doctors worry that President Donald Trump’s new executive order on vaccines will stoke fear and confusion among parents at a time when measles is raging, immunization rates are falling and children are heading back to school

Doctors say Trump's vaccine order will raise fears, cause confusion and endanger kids
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|World

Global youth unemployment rises amid sluggish job creation and looming AI risk, UN labour agency says

Global youth unemployment increased in 2025 as weaker economic growth, geopolitical tensions and sluggish job creation made it harder for young people

Global youth unemployment rises amid sluggish job creation and looming AI risk, UN labour agency says
Crime|Education|Health|Political|US|World

Former US Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years on disputed charges has been released

Russia has released an American military veteran, allowing his return to the U.S. after four years of what his family and U.S. officials allege was wrongful incarceration and abusive treatment that left him near death

Former US Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years on disputed charges has been released
Education|Environment|World

Taliban have barred 2.4 million Afghan girls from school since 2021, UNESCO says

The Taliban have barred an estimated 2.4 million Afghan girls from secondary education since they regained power in Afghanistan in 2021, the United Nations Educational,

Taliban have barred 2.4 million Afghan girls from school since 2021, UNESCO says
Education|Health|Political|Science

Doctors worry Trump’s executive order will steer families away from vaccines. Here’s what you need to know

Doctors worry Trump’s executive order will steer families away from vaccines. Here’s what you need to know

Doctors worry Trump’s executive order will steer families away from vaccines. Here’s what you need to know
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

A little-remembered Gilded Age millionaire helped make milk safe for American kids through his ‘retail giving’

His achievements as a philanthropist are not widely known today because he did not create a grantmaking foundation that outlasted him.

A little-remembered Gilded Age millionaire helped make milk safe for American kids through his ‘retail giving’
Americas|Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Political|US

Civil rights groups ask judge to block Trump’s new birthright citizenship order

Civil rights groups ask judge to block Trump’s new birthright citizenship order

Civil rights groups ask judge to block Trump’s new birthright citizenship order
Education|Health|Political|Science

FACT FOCUS: Trump makes false claims as he signs order urging revisions around childhood vaccines

While issuing an executive order urging states to revise childhood vaccine recommendations, President Donald Trump and others in his administration repeated several false claims about those vaccines, as well as their relationship to autism

FACT FOCUS: Trump makes false claims as he signs order urging revisions around childhood vaccines
Education|Health|Science|Technology

Parents putting screens in front of their kids is more about their own stress than other factors

Most research on kids’ screen time has focused on a child’s behavior. Far less attention has gone to parents and their role in their children’s media use.

Parents putting screens in front of their kids is more about their own stress than other factors
Education|Environment|Political|World

2.4 million Afghan girls shut out of secondary school 5 years after Taliban takeover, UN says

A U.N. agency reports that five years after the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan, around 2.4 million girls remain excluded from secondary education

2.4 million Afghan girls shut out of secondary school 5 years after Taliban takeover, UN says
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Probe cites history of overweight flights, inadequate oversight in crash that killed 10 off Alaska

Federal investigators report that a commuter plane crash off Alaska last year, which killed all 10 people on board, involved an operator with a history of overweight flights

Probe cites history of overweight flights, inadequate oversight in crash that killed 10 off Alaska
Crime|Education|Lifestyle|US

Father of Georgia school shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison in landmark murder case

Father of Georgia school shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison in landmark murder case

Father of Georgia school shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison in landmark murder case
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Indiana's Curt Cignetti is 'stalking complacency' as Hoosiers get ready to begin their title defense

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti says he’s “stalking complacency” as he makes sure there’s no championship hangover now that he’s orchestrated one of the most remarkable turnarounds in college football history

Indiana's Curt Cignetti is 'stalking complacency' as Hoosiers get ready to begin their title defense
Crime|Education|Health|World

New Mexico AG sues for return of teen forced to cross border by foster care staff

The New Mexico attorney general is asking a judge to prevent the state child welfare agency from removing children from the U.S., absent a court order

New Mexico AG sues for return of teen forced to cross border by foster care staff
Crime|Education|US|World

Father of Georgia school shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison

A man who gave his troubled son the rifle he used to kill four people at a Georgia high school was sentenced on Thursday to 15 years in prison, the culmination of

Father of Georgia school shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|US

Rebuilt Little Free Library honoring 12 year old boy who died in 2017 to be unveiled

Rebuilt Little Free Library honoring 12 year old boy who died in 2017 to be unveiled

Rebuilt Little Free Library honoring 12 year old boy who died in 2017 to be unveiled
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|World

Scouting America drops diversity initiatives from event after pressure from the Pentagon

One of Scouting America’s biggest gatherings has eliminated dedicated spaces for gay youth, women and scouts of color as the organization faces from the Pentagon to pull back diversity efforts

Scouting America drops diversity initiatives from event after pressure from the Pentagon
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

After beating bone cancer, teen is fighting so other kids with limb loss can keep playing sports

After beating bone cancer, teen is fighting so other kids with limb loss can keep playing sports

After beating bone cancer, teen is fighting so other kids with limb loss can keep playing sports
Crime|Education|Health|World

Colin Gray, who gave his son the gun used in Georgia school shooting, is sentenced to 15 years

A man who gave his son the gun he used in a deadly high school shooting in Georgia has been sentenced to 15 years in prison

Colin Gray, who gave his son the gun used in Georgia school shooting, is sentenced to 15 years
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|World

French student pleads guilty and is fined for a straw-licking stunt in Singapore

A French student has been fined in Singapore for licking a straw from a juice vending machine and putting it back in what lawyers described as a social media stunt

French student pleads guilty and is fined for a straw-licking stunt in Singapore
Education|Environment|Food|Lifestyle

‘For people to see where the food actually comes from’: Strips Chicken uses garden to connect kids with food

‘For people to see where the food actually comes from’: Strips Chicken uses garden to connect kids with food

‘For people to see where the food actually comes from’: Strips Chicken uses garden to connect kids with food
Business|Education|Finance

Americans feel the sting of high prices every day, so why does the Fed need so many ways to measure inflation?

Fresh off a divided Fed vote to hold rates, policymakers confront a deeper question: Which of conflicting inflation gauges should guide them?

Americans feel the sting of high prices every day, so why does the Fed need so many ways to measure inflation?
Americas|Crime|Education|Environment|Health

10-year-old boy drowns in New Jersey river, sister lives, and another child is missing

One child has died and another is missing after the two 10-year-olds went into a rain-swollen New Jersey river

10-year-old boy drowns in New Jersey river, sister lives, and another child is missing
Education|Sports

Bill Belichick says Tar Heels adjusting duties with GM on paid leave and under school investigation

North Carolina coach Bill Belichick says his program is adjusting internal duties with general manager Michael Lombardi on paid administrative leave and the subject of a school investigation

Bill Belichick says Tar Heels adjusting duties with GM on paid leave and under school investigation
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Rooster statues take on autism awareness meaning in Ogunquit following dispute with town

Rooster statues take on autism awareness meaning in Ogunquit following dispute with town

Rooster statues take on autism awareness meaning in Ogunquit following dispute with town
Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Foundation carries on teen’s legacy after battle with rare bone cancer

Foundation carries on teen’s legacy after battle with rare bone cancer

Foundation carries on teen’s legacy after battle with rare bone cancer
Economy|Education

Urban League report says Trump administration is harming Black Americans' chances at American Dream

The National Urban League's latest “State of Black America” report warns that the American Dream may be slipping away for many Black Americans

Urban League report says Trump administration is harming Black Americans' chances at American Dream
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment

Investigation revealed 'devastating' reports of sexual misconduct at school supported by Epstein

An investigation has turned up allegations of sexual misconduct against nearly 50 people who were formerly affiliated with a prestigious Michigan fine arts school

Investigation revealed 'devastating' reports of sexual misconduct at school supported by Epstein
Education|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Tuskegee University's updated dress code banning bonnets and durags sparks online backlash

Tuskegee University's updated dress code banning bonnets and durags sparks online backlash

Tuskegee University's updated dress code banning bonnets and durags sparks online backlash
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Political|World

New memorial in Aurora preserves history, stories of the Korean War

New memorial in Aurora preserves history, stories of the Korean War

New memorial in Aurora preserves history, stories of the Korean War
Education|Entertainment|Environment

Wildlife photographers heartbroken after young eagle hit, killed by train

Wildlife photographers heartbroken after young eagle hit, killed by train

Wildlife photographers heartbroken after young eagle hit, killed by train
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Music school teacher allegedly raped, strangled his sister-in-law in "planned, twisted attack"

Music school teacher allegedly raped, strangled his sister-in-law in "planned, twisted attack"

Music school teacher allegedly raped, strangled his sister-in-law in "planned, twisted attack"
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Owner cited after 2 dogs mauled emu to death

Owner cited after 2 dogs mauled emu to death

Owner cited after 2 dogs mauled emu to death
Crime|Education|Health|Sports

10 charged in Cheltenham High School football hazing investigation; coaches accused of hiding assaults

10 charged in Cheltenham High School football hazing investigation; coaches accused of hiding assaults

10 charged in Cheltenham High School football hazing investigation; coaches accused of hiding assaults
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|US

Graduation ceremony celebrates people transitioning out of homelessness in NYC

Graduation ceremony celebrates people transitioning out of homelessness in NYC

Graduation ceremony celebrates people transitioning out of homelessness in NYC
Education|Sports

Police and kids building bonds with basketball: "We get to mold them"

Police and kids building bonds with basketball: "We get to mold them"

Police and kids building bonds with basketball: "We get to mold them"
Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Political|Sports

Dirt bike riders push back against Baltimore's crackdown: "I just want peace"

Dirt bike riders push back against Baltimore's crackdown: "I just want peace"

Dirt bike riders push back against Baltimore's crackdown: "I just want peace"
Education|Science|Technology

Schools are rethinking whether every student needs a laptop

Rather than considering how much time students spend on screens, the more useful question is whether they are asking questions and solving problems with the help of technology.

Schools are rethinking whether every student needs a laptop
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Not all Coloradans want to share their cities with Canada geese and their poop – a wildlife manager shares the control methods that work

Although Canada geese were not purposely reintroduced in urban areas, many have made cities their permanent homes.

Not all Coloradans want to share their cities with Canada geese and their poop – a wildlife manager shares the control methods that work
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Should you drink Philly’s tap water?

Philadelphia’s tap water meets federal drinking water standards but falls far short of public health goals when it comes to cancer-causing chemicals.

Should you drink Philly’s tap water?
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

Preeclampsia rates in minority communities shed light on the social roots of maternal health disparities

Disproportionate rates of preeclampsia – a potentially dangerous pregnancy complication – in immigrant populations reflect the physical toll of social and economic insecurities.

Preeclampsia rates in minority communities shed light on the social roots of maternal health disparities
Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Florida’s proposed property tax amendment will require trade-offs – and some residents could end up with higher costs

Amendment 3 would mean most homeowners pay less in property taxes – but that may not end up significantly lowering their costs.

Florida’s proposed property tax amendment will require trade-offs – and some residents could end up with higher costs
Business|Economy|Education|Environment

Argentina's growth paradox: Shale riches grow as jobs disappear elsewhere

Ramiro Ramirez, a trained mechanic, found work in just a month at Argentina's Vaca Muerta, home of one of the world's largest shale oil and gas

Argentina's growth paradox: Shale riches grow as jobs disappear elsewhere
Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Political

CNN Poll: A third of Democrats now identify as democratic socialists

CNN Poll: A third of Democrats now identify as democratic socialists

CNN Poll: A third of Democrats now identify as democratic socialists
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Political|World

Shelter gaps leave Ukrainians desperate, angry as Russian attacks mount

Tetiana Lishchynska was overcome with emotion when dozens of residents in one of Kyiv's districts hardest-hit by Russian strikes gathered this month to press

Shelter gaps leave Ukrainians desperate, angry as Russian attacks mount
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Death toll rises in Japan. Why does the country experience so many large earthquakes?

Death toll rises in Japan. Why does the country experience so many large earthquakes?

Death toll rises in Japan. Why does the country experience so many large earthquakes?
Education|Environment|Health|Interview|World

Father of boy rescued from pounding California surf says he is beyond grateful to teen lifeguard

The father of a 10-year-old rescued from pounding surf off the California coast in a dramatic scene captured on video says he is beyond grateful to the teenage lifeguard who saved his son

Father of boy rescued from pounding California surf says he is beyond grateful to teen lifeguard
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Sky-gazers can look forward to a double meteor shower peak this week. How and when to see it

Sky-gazers can look forward to a double meteor shower peak this week. How and when to see it

Sky-gazers can look forward to a double meteor shower peak this week. How and when to see it
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health

Ex-husband of Massachusetts woman testifies about discovering she killed their 3 children

The former husband of a Massachusetts woman on trial for killing her three young children described on Wednesday the moment he returned home to find his children

Ex-husband of Massachusetts woman testifies about discovering she killed their 3 children
Economy|Education|Health

Kansas high school student urges state leaders to expand youth mental health resources

Kansas high school student urges state leaders to expand youth mental health resources

Kansas high school student urges state leaders to expand youth mental health resources
Business|Education|Europe|World

Italy’s highest court strengthens citizenship claims by descendants of Italian emigrants

Italy’s highest court has ruled that children born with both Italian and another citizenship do not automatically lose their Italian citizenship if a parent naturalizes abroad

Italy’s highest court strengthens citizenship claims by descendants of Italian emigrants
Business|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Sports

Tarik Skubal gets standing ovations in possible Tigers farewell, then team blows 7-0 lead

Trade deadline target Tarik Skubal and Detroit fans gave each other a warm farewell Wednesday, just in case this was the two-time Cy Young Award winner’s final appearance in a Tigers jersey

Tarik Skubal gets standing ovations in possible Tigers farewell, then team blows 7-0 lead
Education|Entertainment|Political|Sports

Fever do not answer questions about pro-Cunningham rally ahead of 105-95 win against Storm

Sophie Cunningham and Caitlin Clark were unavailable for postgame questions after the Indiana Fever's 105-95 win over the Seattle Storm on Tuesday

Fever do not answer questions about pro-Cunningham rally ahead of 105-95 win against Storm
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Pizza shop transforms patio into book haven, serving young readers

Pizza shop transforms patio into book haven, serving young readers

Pizza shop transforms patio into book haven, serving young readers
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Bacon Buddies: FFA and 4-H members introduce hogs to youth with special needs at Westfair

Bacon Buddies: FFA and 4-H members introduce hogs to youth with special needs at Westfair

Bacon Buddies: FFA and 4-H members introduce hogs to youth with special needs at Westfair
Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|US

Prison to Purpose: Claremore woman manages She Brews after 3 years behind bars

Prison to Purpose: Claremore woman manages She Brews after 3 years behind bars

Prison to Purpose: Claremore woman manages She Brews after 3 years behind bars
Education|Sports|US|World

Trump invites heroic teen lifeguard to White House after Santa Cruz rescue

Trump invites heroic teen lifeguard to White House after Santa Cruz rescue

Trump invites heroic teen lifeguard to White House after Santa Cruz rescue
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel

Teen flies himself to world's largest aviation gathering

Teen flies himself to world's largest aviation gathering

Teen flies himself to world's largest aviation gathering
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Stephen Colbert wins an anti-censorship award after CBS ends 'The Late Show'

Stephen Colbert has received an “anti-censorship” award from the Before Columbus Foundation

Stephen Colbert wins an anti-censorship award after CBS ends 'The Late Show'
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Minneapolis nightclub mass shooting victim receives devastating prognosis, mother says

Minneapolis nightclub mass shooting victim receives devastating prognosis, mother says

Minneapolis nightclub mass shooting victim receives devastating prognosis, mother says
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Survivors say North Texas sex‑trafficking indictments highlight relentless work behind the scenes

Survivors say North Texas sex‑trafficking indictments highlight relentless work behind the scenes

Survivors say North Texas sex‑trafficking indictments highlight relentless work behind the scenes
Crime|Education|Technology

Professor uses hidden word to detect AI use on midterm exam

Professor uses hidden word to detect AI use on midterm exam

Professor uses hidden word to detect AI use on midterm exam
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US

'The wallet that came home': Lowell High renovation uncovers wallet lost in 1972

'The wallet that came home': Lowell High renovation uncovers wallet lost in 1972

'The wallet that came home': Lowell High renovation uncovers wallet lost in 1972
Business|Crime|Education|Lifestyle

Florida DMV denies woman a driver's license over a name mismatch that began at just 18 months old

Florida DMV denies woman a driver's license over a name mismatch that began at just 18 months old

Florida DMV denies woman a driver's license over a name mismatch that began at just 18 months old
Business|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Travel

Pilot describes how routine flight turned into fight for survival: "A miracle"

Pilot describes how routine flight turned into fight for survival: "A miracle"

Pilot describes how routine flight turned into fight for survival: "A miracle"
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Political

New Jersey communities again flooded with rain as strong storms move through

New Jersey communities again flooded with rain as strong storms move through

New Jersey communities again flooded with rain as strong storms move through
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

Philadelphia streamer, activist "HMBLZAYY" completes 3,000 mile walk to California: "Why not be great?"

Philadelphia streamer, activist "HMBLZAYY" completes 3,000 mile walk to California: "Why not be great?"

Philadelphia streamer, activist "HMBLZAYY" completes 3,000 mile walk to California: "Why not be great?"
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Father upset after nonverbal son left alone in vehicle by caregiver

Father upset after nonverbal son left alone in vehicle by caregiver

Father upset after nonverbal son left alone in vehicle by caregiver
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Man starts his own Free Blockbuster, honors late grandfather's video store legacy

Man starts his own Free Blockbuster, honors late grandfather's video store legacy

Man starts his own Free Blockbuster, honors late grandfather's video store legacy
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Man who is homeless turns hardship into art on a street corner

Man who is homeless turns hardship into art on a street corner

Man who is homeless turns hardship into art on a street corner
Business|Education|Finance|Lifestyle|Technology

Got money questions? How to get chatbots to give you accurate answers

The gap between AI and a human adviser is narrowest for commonsense guidance.

Got money questions? How to get chatbots to give you accurate answers
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Interview|Science

What I found when I scanned the brains of kids creating tunes on the piano

Playing improv music activates the reward system of the brain.

What I found when I scanned the brains of kids creating tunes on the piano
Arts|Education|Lifestyle|Sports

Nearly 100 years ago, Philadelphia’s Inez Patterson integrated pools and encouraged other Black girls to swim too

When Patterson was at Temple University, she insisted on swimming when her white teammates swam and not being limited to the hour when the pool was available to Black swimmers.

Nearly 100 years ago, Philadelphia’s Inez Patterson integrated pools and encouraged other Black girls to swim too
Arts|Business|Education|Political|Technology|World

China releases draft cyberbullying law covering AI-enabled abuse

China's cyberspace regulator on Wednesday released a draft law aimed at curbing cyberbullying, including AI-enabled abuse, as Beijing tightens oversight of online bullying

China releases draft cyberbullying law covering AI-enabled abuse
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

A new media ecosystem is taking root on the left, reshaping Democratic politics

More progressive Americans are swearing off traditional media

A new media ecosystem is taking root on the left, reshaping Democratic politics
Crime|Education|Lifestyle|US|World

Looking a school shooter in the eyes: How teenage victims confronted Colt Gray in court

Looking a school shooter in the eyes: How teenage victims confronted Colt Gray in court

Looking a school shooter in the eyes: How teenage victims confronted Colt Gray in court
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|Technology

Trump's attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service

The U.S. Postal Service is emerging as a pivotal player as the midterm elections approach

Trump's attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service
Crime|Education|Political

Prosecutors say Charlie Kirk was attacked for his politics, cite anti-LGBT views

Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, targeted the right-wing activist for his political views, prosecutors said on Tuesday, citing Kirk's

Prosecutors say Charlie Kirk was attacked for his politics, cite anti-LGBT views
Business|Education

US judge blocks Houston's minority contracting program

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked the city of Houston, Texas, from enforcing race-conscious policies governing a program that sets aside certain public contracts

US judge blocks Houston's minority contracting program
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

Coursera backs co-founder Andrew Ng's new AI education firm with $100 million investment

Andrew Ng, co-founder of online learning platform Coursera, on Tuesday announced a new artificial intelligence startup focused on teaching white-

Coursera backs co-founder Andrew Ng's new AI education firm with $100 million investment
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump mourns Lindsey Graham as war hawk, golfing buddy at Washington funeral

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Trump mourns Lindsey Graham as war hawk, golfing buddy at Washington funeral
Crime|Education|World

Life in prison without parole for Georgia teen who killed four in 2024 US school shooting

A Georgia teenager will spend the rest of his life in prison for killing four people and injuring nine others in a 2024 school shooting, a judge ruled on Tuesday. 

Life in prison without parole for Georgia teen who killed four in 2024 US school shooting
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

More than half of Earth’s migratory bird species are declining – here’s how we can still save them

A new global assessment of the world’s migratory species finds reason for alarm, but also hope – and a road map for helping them survive.

More than half of Earth’s migratory bird species are declining – here’s how we can still save them
Education

Some schools are extending admissions for students unenrolled by Howard University

Howard University notified hundreds of first-year incoming students that their spots for the upcoming semester were no longer being held

Some schools are extending admissions for students unenrolled by Howard University
Crime|Education|Health|US|World

Teen gets life without parole for killing 4 at Georgia’s Apalachee High School

A teenager who killed two students and two teachers in a shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia has been sentenced to serve life in prison without the possibility of parole

Teen gets life without parole for killing 4 at Georgia’s Apalachee High School
Education|Health

Trump officials launch probe of 2 school districts over alleged testosterone vials, kissing exercise

The U.S. Department of Education says it is investigating whether Denver Public Schools and a school district in Washington state violated federal law

Trump officials launch probe of 2 school districts over alleged testosterone vials, kissing exercise
Business|Education|Sports

Big Ten: No league championship game if college football moves to a 24-team playoff

The Big Ten would do away with its championship game if college football adopts a 24-team playoff

Big Ten: No league championship game if college football moves to a 24-team playoff
Education|Science|Technology

New York school pauses plan to deploy humanlike AI robot teacher after backlash

A school district in a rural corner of upstate New York is hitting pause on plans to deploy an AI-powered, humanoid robot in the classroom

New York school pauses plan to deploy humanlike AI robot teacher after backlash
Business|Education|Sports

College NIL bill includes $25 million 'retention pool' but is that enough to sway Big Ten, SEC?

A reworked Senate bill aims to regulate college sports by more than doubling the money schools can share with players

College NIL bill includes $25 million 'retention pool' but is that enough to sway Big Ten, SEC?
Crime|Education|US|World

Georgia school shooter Colt Gray sentenced to life in prison without parole

Georgia school shooter Colt Gray sentenced to life in prison without parole

Georgia school shooter Colt Gray sentenced to life in prison without parole
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|Travel|World

eBay agreed to pay nearly $50 million to couple sent cockroaches, bloody pig mask

eBay agreed to pay nearly $50 million to Massachusetts journalists David and Ina Steiner under a newly finalized settlement resolving a lawsuit over a 2019 cyberstalking campaign carried out by former company employees

eBay agreed to pay nearly $50 million to couple sent cockroaches, bloody pig mask
Business|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Sports

Female athletes surge in NIL deals as Learfield reports a 123% jump in participation

Female athletes are reaching new heights in name, image and likeness participation

Female athletes surge in NIL deals as Learfield reports a 123% jump in participation
Education|Environment|Science

‘A moment in time’: Fossil footprints shed new light on the extinct ‘Nutcracker Man’

‘A moment in time’: Fossil footprints shed new light on the extinct ‘Nutcracker Man’

‘A moment in time’: Fossil footprints shed new light on the extinct ‘Nutcracker Man’
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

Longtime AP bureau chief Andy Lippman, who led coverage of the O.J. Simpson trial, dies at 78

Andy Lippman, a former Los Angeles bureau chief for The Associated Press, has died at 78

Longtime AP bureau chief Andy Lippman, who led coverage of the O.J. Simpson trial, dies at 78
Crime|Education|US|World

Virginia university didn't know of student's conviction before campus shooting, report says

Virginia’s Old Dominion University did not ask a student about his criminal history before or after readmitting him

Virginia university didn't know of student's conviction before campus shooting, report says
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

How to see July’s full buck moon

How to see July’s full buck moon

How to see July’s full buck moon
Education|Entertainment|Health|Sports

Dad whose son died in drowning goes to 30 MLB games in 30 days to raise awareness

Dad whose son died in drowning goes to 30 MLB games in 30 days to raise awareness

Dad whose son died in drowning goes to 30 MLB games in 30 days to raise awareness
Education|Lifestyle|Sports

Father of 10 turns neighborhood basketball game into lifeline for more than 200 young people

Father of 10 turns neighborhood basketball game into lifeline for more than 200 young people

Father of 10 turns neighborhood basketball game into lifeline for more than 200 young people
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

High school student's passion for writing turns into mission to fight human trafficking

High school student's passion for writing turns into mission to fight human trafficking

High school student's passion for writing turns into mission to fight human trafficking
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Stranger fixes AC for disabled man after he goes a year without it: "I'm thankful"

Stranger fixes AC for disabled man after he goes a year without it: "I'm thankful"

Stranger fixes AC for disabled man after he goes a year without it: "I'm thankful"
Education|Health|Science|Sports|Technology

D1 tennis player's rare autoimmune disorder inspires path to medical school

D1 tennis player's rare autoimmune disorder inspires path to medical school

D1 tennis player's rare autoimmune disorder inspires path to medical school
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Judge reaching people outside the courtroom as an author

Judge reaching people outside the courtroom as an author

Judge reaching people outside the courtroom as an author
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Rugby community honors boy who never stopped smiling with annual Ethan Cup

Rugby community honors boy who never stopped smiling with annual Ethan Cup

Rugby community honors boy who never stopped smiling with annual Ethan Cup
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Lifestyle

Woman says tenant changed locks, used fake sale agreement and kept her out for a year

Woman says tenant changed locks, used fake sale agreement and kept her out for a year

Woman says tenant changed locks, used fake sale agreement and kept her out for a year
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

Friends recall helping save toddler's life after near drowning at lake

Friends recall helping save toddler's life after near drowning at lake

Friends recall helping save toddler's life after near drowning at lake
Business|Economy|Education|Finance

High School's Student-Run Credit Union Inspires Next-Gen Financial Literacy

High School's Student-Run Credit Union Inspires Next-Gen Financial Literacy

High School's Student-Run Credit Union Inspires Next-Gen Financial Literacy
Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Woman, 88, fulfills lifelong dream of attending law school

Woman, 88, fulfills lifelong dream of attending law school

Woman, 88, fulfills lifelong dream of attending law school
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Political

Asheville leaders focus on violence prevention, community support after deadly shooting

Asheville leaders focus on violence prevention, community support after deadly shooting

Asheville leaders focus on violence prevention, community support after deadly shooting
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

'Stages': Brother turns tragedy into grief support after his 17-year-old sister dies in car crash

'Stages': Brother turns tragedy into grief support after his 17-year-old sister dies in car crash

'Stages': Brother turns tragedy into grief support after his 17-year-old sister dies in car crash
Education|Environment|Health|Science

Spirit the bald eagle donates blood to help critically injured eagle Jackie from Big Bear

Spirit the bald eagle donates blood to help critically injured eagle Jackie from Big Bear

Spirit the bald eagle donates blood to help critically injured eagle Jackie from Big Bear
Arts|Education|Environment

Granddaughter's call helps identify one of Norfolk Botanical Garden's original Black workers

Granddaughter's call helps identify one of Norfolk Botanical Garden's original Black workers

Granddaughter's call helps identify one of Norfolk Botanical Garden's original Black workers
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Science

Do bonds appreciate over time?

Bond prices can change in the short term, but they’re not the best way to generate long-term growth

Do bonds appreciate over time?
Arts|Education|Entertainment

Marlon James, Douglas Stuart and Elizabeth Strout are among Booker Prize semifinalists

Booker Prize winners Marlon James and Douglas Stuart are in the running for the 2026 edition of the prestigious fiction award

Marlon James, Douglas Stuart and Elizabeth Strout are among Booker Prize semifinalists
Business|Economy|Education|Environment

Affordable housing often costs more to build than market-rate housing – Colorado is closing the gap

Lower land costs and new statewide housing reforms have made Colorado an outlier.

Affordable housing often costs more to build than market-rate housing – Colorado is closing the gap
Arts|Education|Science

Play is essential for young children, including when it comes to their learning

Play-based early childhood programs can help young kids develop emotional regulation and problem-solving skills, traits that can serve them well throughout childhood.

Play is essential for young children, including when it comes to their learning
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Trump administration changes to ‘public charge’ rule could keep millions of immigrants – and their US citizen kids – from getting healthcare they need

A new policy could deny an immigration application based in part on the use of government benefits by a close relative.

Trump administration changes to ‘public charge’ rule could keep millions of immigrants – and their US citizen kids – from getting healthcare they need
Education|Health|Opinion|Political|Science

How the Trump administration’s rhetoric promotes anti-transgender views

How invented threats, provocative language and repulsive imagery contribute to declining support for transgender people and other marginalized groups.

How the Trump administration’s rhetoric promotes anti-transgender views
Asia|Crime|Education|Political|World

India's top court orders no coercive action against youth protesters and release of minors, media reports say

India's Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered the release of under-18s arrested during the youth protests over exam leaks and said authorities must ensure surveillance

India's top court orders no coercive action against youth protesters and release of minors, media reports say
Education|Political|US|World

US threatens funding cuts for two school districts over transgender policies

The U.S.

US threatens funding cuts for two school districts over transgender policies
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Honda Cup marks 50 years, reuniting trailblazing winners in New York

Ann Meyers Drysdale felt nostalgic spending the day with so many other Honda Cup award winners, including fellow UCLA Bruins great Jackie Joyner-Kersee

Honda Cup marks 50 years, reuniting trailblazing winners in New York
Crime|Education|Health|US

Bryan Kohberger asks to withdraw his guilty plea in the University of Idaho murders case

Bryan Kohberger wants to withdraw his guilty plea in the killings of four University of Idaho students

Bryan Kohberger asks to withdraw his guilty plea in the University of Idaho murders case
Crime|Education|US|World

Kohberger says he wants to withdraw plea and face trial for murder of Idaho college students

Kohberger says he wants to withdraw plea and face trial for murder of Idaho college students

Kohberger says he wants to withdraw plea and face trial for murder of Idaho college students
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Travel|World

TSA finds stolen cannonballs in checked baggage

TSA finds stolen cannonballs in checked baggage

TSA finds stolen cannonballs in checked baggage
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Officials say man killed wife and 6 kids, then himself, before all were found in Michigan home fire

Investigators say a man fatally shot his wife and their six children, then himself, before they all were found in their burning Michigan home last week

Officials say man killed wife and 6 kids, then himself, before all were found in Michigan home fire
Crime|Education|Health

Georgia school shooter had a chaotic childhood and was fixated on mass killings, psychologist says

A psychologist has testified that a teenager who killed two students and two teachers in a shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia had a chaotic, lonely upbringing

Georgia school shooter had a chaotic childhood and was fixated on mass killings, psychologist says
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Science|US|World

Federal survey shows promising trends for youth mental health and drug use

A key U.S. government report on mental health, substance use and addiction shows continued improvements in several metrics, especially among young people

Federal survey shows promising trends for youth mental health and drug use
Business|Economy|Education|Environment

Trump uses GM stage to launch midterms attack on Democrats

U.S.

Trump uses GM stage to launch midterms attack on Democrats
Americas|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Ex-husband of Lindsay Clancy, accused of murdering their 3 children, called to testify in her trial

Ex-husband of Lindsay Clancy, accused of murdering their 3 children, called to testify in her trial

Ex-husband of Lindsay Clancy, accused of murdering their 3 children, called to testify in her trial
Crime|Education|Health|Sports|US

Secret Service agent charged with felonies in beatings police say were fraternity hazing

Florida authorities have arrested a U.S. Secret Service agent and two other men on felony charges, saying they committed brutal beatings as part of a fraternity hazing ritual

Secret Service agent charged with felonies in beatings police say were fraternity hazing
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Flocking together – how a birding hobby may boost your mental health and build community

With social media communities and naturalist apps, birding is easier to get into than ever. A psychologist explains why it may also be just what the doctor ordered.

Flocking together – how a birding hobby may boost your mental health and build community
Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Virginia and coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton reach a settlement after her sudden dismissal

Virginia and former basketball coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton have reached a settlement on her dismissal

Virginia and coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton reach a settlement after her sudden dismissal
Crime|Education|US|World

Georgia school shooter Colt Gray wanted infamy and school shooter’s attention, messages show

Georgia school shooter Colt Gray wanted infamy and school shooter’s attention, messages show

Georgia school shooter Colt Gray wanted infamy and school shooter’s attention, messages show
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

4-year-old collects police patches to support deputy recovering after being shot

4-year-old collects police patches to support deputy recovering after being shot

4-year-old collects police patches to support deputy recovering after being shot
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Survivor of Old Sacramento stabbing shares his story as youth advocate calls for change

Survivor of Old Sacramento stabbing shares his story as youth advocate calls for change

Survivor of Old Sacramento stabbing shares his story as youth advocate calls for change
Crime|Education|Health

Former Boston Children’s Hospital nurse John Tam indicted on sexual assault charges involving teen patients

Former Boston Children’s Hospital nurse John Tam indicted on sexual assault charges involving teen patients

Former Boston Children’s Hospital nurse John Tam indicted on sexual assault charges involving teen patients
Business|Education|Sports

Stanford becomes first school to organize a player-led College Football Players Association chapter

The College Football Players Association has announced that Stanford has become the first team to organize a player-led chapter

Stanford becomes first school to organize a player-led College Football Players Association chapter
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Brothers with muscular dystrophy get surprise from soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo

Brothers with muscular dystrophy get surprise from soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo

Brothers with muscular dystrophy get surprise from soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

At the Butler County Fair, one rabbit changed this 19-year-old's life

At the Butler County Fair, one rabbit changed this 19-year-old's life

At the Butler County Fair, one rabbit changed this 19-year-old's life
Education|Health|Sports

Free Omaha triathlon program helps nearly 200 girls cross finish line, build confidence

Free Omaha triathlon program helps nearly 200 girls cross finish line, build confidence

Free Omaha triathlon program helps nearly 200 girls cross finish line, build confidence
Business|Education|Lifestyle|Sports

Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel will receive a $7 million lump sum in his separation deal

Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel will receive a $7.14 million lump sum as part of his separation agreement with the university

Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel will receive a $7 million lump sum in his separation deal
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

MURDER-SUICIDE: Owasso police release details

MURDER-SUICIDE: Owasso police release details

MURDER-SUICIDE: Owasso police release details
Arts|Education|Food|Health|Lifestyle

Teen baker with celiac disease shares her gluten-free recipes with the world

Teen baker with celiac disease shares her gluten-free recipes with the world

Teen baker with celiac disease shares her gluten-free recipes with the world
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

99-year-old woman being remembered, after collision on morning walk

99-year-old woman being remembered, after collision on morning walk

99-year-old woman being remembered, after collision on morning walk
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Two brothers show the world that autism is no barrier to independence

Two brothers show the world that autism is no barrier to independence

Two brothers show the world that autism is no barrier to independence
Arts|Crime|Education|Opinion|Political

Texas prosecutors are calling a teenage shooting spree ‘terrorism’ – the case could reshape American criminal law

When does a shooting become terrorism? A Texas case could help define the answer.

Texas prosecutors are calling a teenage shooting spree ‘terrorism’ – the case could reshape American criminal law
Education|Health|Science

What makes muscles contract? A physiologist explains how muscles move

It takes an entire team of electricity, calcium, energy and proteins all working together to move your muscles.

What makes muscles contract? A physiologist explains how muscles move
Education|Health|Science

How vaccine skeptics use storytelling effectively to create powerful but medically inaccurate messaging

Recognizing the stories behind people’s concerns with vaccines can help public health advocates build a more inclusive approach to healthcare.

How vaccine skeptics use storytelling effectively to create powerful but medically inaccurate messaging
Arts|Education|Environment|Health|Science

It’s getting hotter in classrooms and on playgrounds – schools aren’t ready to handle extreme temperatures

A rising number of school districts across the country are beginning their new academic years in July or August, raising the likelihood that kids and educators will encounter scorching days.

It’s getting hotter in classrooms and on playgrounds – schools aren’t ready to handle extreme temperatures
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Political

Clinton Foundation launches an institute to help state governments find nonpartisan solutions

The Clinton Foundation has launched a new initiative to develop nonpartisan policy solutions with state and local governments

Clinton Foundation launches an institute to help state governments find nonpartisan solutions
Crime|Education|World

Timeline-India's youth protests force exam reforms after education minister quits

India's federal government on Monday introduced a bill in parliament to amend the law governing public examinations, days after protests by the "cockroach" movement

Timeline-India's youth protests force exam reforms after education minister quits
Crime|Education|World

How is India reforming its public exam system after massive youth protests?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government introduced a bill in parliament on Monday proposing changes to India's law governing public examinations, the latest in a

How is India reforming its public exam system after massive youth protests?
Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

30th annual Christmas in July Toy Run spreads holiday cheer for kids at Philadelphia hospital

30th annual Christmas in July Toy Run spreads holiday cheer for kids at Philadelphia hospital

30th annual Christmas in July Toy Run spreads holiday cheer for kids at Philadelphia hospital
Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Environment

Bill Oddie, wildlife presenter and star of British comedy series 'The Goodies,' dies at 85

Bill Oddie, a British comic actor who had a second career as as a bird expert and wildlife presenter, died on Saturday, his agent said, He was 85

Bill Oddie, wildlife presenter and star of British comedy series 'The Goodies,' dies at 85
Asia|Crime|Education|World

India suspends policeman for firing AK-47 at student protesters

By Jatindra Dash and Krishna N.

India suspends policeman for firing AK-47 at student protesters
Arts|Business|Education|Europe|Travel|World

Gdynia, Poland's interwar modernist port city, wins UNESCO heritage status

The centre of the modernist Baltic port city of Gdynia, built almost from scratch during the two decades between World War One and World War Two, was added to UNESCO's

Gdynia, Poland's interwar modernist port city, wins UNESCO heritage status
Business|Economy|Education|Health|World

Germany's sick-note crackdown may be treating the symptoms, not the disease

Germany's plans to tighten sick-note rules may be mistaking the symptoms of rising absenteeism for the underlying illness,

Germany's sick-note crackdown may be treating the symptoms, not the disease
Education|World

Rohingya schools in Malaysia face closures amid online surge in hate speech

Nur is a 12-year-old Rohingya Muslim refugee in Malaysia who has stopped going to school since June, after two men threatened to beat her on her way

Rohingya schools in Malaysia face closures amid online surge in hate speech
Business|Economy|Education

How rising gas prices impact business at Chandler Driving School and tips they're passing onto students

How rising gas prices impact business at Chandler Driving School and tips they're passing onto students

How rising gas prices impact business at Chandler Driving School and tips they're passing onto students
Education|Political|Technology|World

India PM Modi announces panel to overhaul exam system after protests

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Sunday the creation of a task force headed by tech entrepreneur Nandan Nilekani to overhaul India's examination system,

India PM Modi announces panel to overhaul exam system after protests
Economy|Education|Political|World

Cuban president accuses US of 'political genocide' on anniversary of revolution

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel issued a sharp condemnation of Washington's oil embargo and hardened sanctions in a speech on Sunday, calling the policy of

Cuban president accuses US of 'political genocide' on anniversary of revolution
Crime|Education|US|World

Street named honoring Mamie Till-Mobley, Emmet Till in Marquette Park

Street named honoring Mamie Till-Mobley, Emmet Till in Marquette Park

Street named honoring Mamie Till-Mobley, Emmet Till in Marquette Park
Education|Health|Lifestyle

Rock climbing camp hosted by CHOP helps empower children with limb differences

Rock climbing camp hosted by CHOP helps empower children with limb differences

Rock climbing camp hosted by CHOP helps empower children with limb differences
Arts|Education|Food|Interview|Lifestyle

More than Cookies: Girl Scouts help sweeten Kona Low flood recovery

More than Cookies: Girl Scouts help sweeten Kona Low flood recovery

More than Cookies: Girl Scouts help sweeten Kona Low flood recovery
Arts|Education|Environment|Europe|Health

Finnish architects' humanist take on modernism recognised by UNESCO

A sanatorium designed to foster a soothing environment to help tuberculosis patients recover was among a series of sites by Finnish architect

Finnish architects' humanist take on modernism recognised by UNESCO
Education|Environment|Travel|World

UNESCO adds France's D-Day landing beaches, Greece's Mount Olympus to World Heritage List

World War II’s D-Day landing beaches in northern France and the iconic Mount Olympus in Greece were among the sites added to the World Heritage List on Sunday at a U.N. committee meeting in South Korea reviewing dozens of nominations

UNESCO adds France's D-Day landing beaches, Greece's Mount Olympus to World Heritage List
Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

‘There is freedom’: Why Asian women are leaving their husbands in their 50s and 60s

‘There is freedom’: Why Asian women are leaving their husbands in their 50s and 60s

‘There is freedom’: Why Asian women are leaving their husbands in their 50s and 60s
Education|Health|Science|US|World

Dr. Paul Offit: 'No,' the US cannot still claim to have measles elimination status

Dr. Paul Offit, director of the Vaccine Education Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, joins CNN's Brianna Keilar on measles cases in the US reaching a 35-year high, with a second record-breaking year in a row. Health officials will meet in November to discuss whether the US can still claim to have measles elimination status.

Dr. Paul Offit: 'No,' the US cannot still claim to have measles elimination status
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel

This United pilot has another career you wouldn’t expect

This United pilot has another career you wouldn’t expect

This United pilot has another career you wouldn’t expect
Business|Economy|Education|Technology|World

India's Instagram Gen Z dents Modi's aura ahead of key state polls

By Krishna N.

India's Instagram Gen Z dents Modi's aura ahead of key state polls
Education|Political|World

India’s education minister resigns after days of ‘Cockroach’ youth protests over exam paper leaks

India’s education minister resigns after days of ‘Cockroach’ youth protests over exam paper leaks

India’s education minister resigns after days of ‘Cockroach’ youth protests over exam paper leaks
Education|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Sports

Healthy again, Gabby Thomas explains why she's skipping US nationals — and loving it

Gabby Thomas chose to view herself as “healing” instead of “injured” last year

Healthy again, Gabby Thomas explains why she's skipping US nationals — and loving it
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

If another advanced civilization lived on Earth before us, would we know?

If another advanced civilization lived on Earth before us, would we know?

If another advanced civilization lived on Earth before us, would we know?
Asia|Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

India youth protesters agree to end protests after talks with government

India's youth protesters have agreed to end their demonstration, a spokesperson of the 'cockroach' movement told reporters after talks with the government on Saturday.

India youth protesters agree to end protests after talks with government
Asia|Crime|Education|Political|World

What started India's 'cockroach' protests that forced education minister to quit?

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan quit on Saturday after days of sustained public protests demanding his resignation for examination paper

What started India's 'cockroach' protests that forced education minister to quit?
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Political|World

How the lighthearted social media trend of 'teen takeovers' took a serious turn

A growing trend called “teen takeovers” where scores of young people converge on small areas have raised safety concerns in cities across the United States, and prompted officials to develop strategies to control the trend

How the lighthearted social media trend of 'teen takeovers' took a serious turn
Education|Political|World

Modi's education minister quits as jubilant Indian youth protesters claim victory, end protest

Indian youth protesters called off weeks of demonstrations and celebrated in the streets on Saturday after the

Modi's education minister quits as jubilant Indian youth protesters claim victory, end protest
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Travel

Jetting off for a summer vacation? How to eat and drink to minimize jet lag

Jet lag threatens to turn even a dream vacation into a slog

Jetting off for a summer vacation? How to eat and drink to minimize jet lag
Education|World

India’s 'Cockroach' movement ends protests after education minister resigns

India’s “Cockroach” movement has called off weeks of protests, saying the government has accepted all of its demands

India’s 'Cockroach' movement ends protests after education minister resigns
Asia|Education|Health|Political|World

'The fear killed her': How an exam scandal in India sparked a student uprising

The prospect of retaking one of India's most competitive exams was so daunting for 19-year-old Sheikh

'The fear killed her': How an exam scandal in India sparked a student uprising
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Political|Technology|World

India's 'Cockroach' protests take on Modi with unlikely weapons: Sharp, irreverent humor and memes

India’s young protesters are taking on Prime Minister Narendra Modi with humor as much as street demonstrations, flooding social media with memes, parody videos and jokes while thousands rally across the country

India's 'Cockroach' protests take on Modi with unlikely weapons: Sharp, irreverent humor and memes
Business|Education|Entertainment|Political|Sports

Kaepernick, Springsteen receive new ACLU award for activism in arts, business, science and sports

Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick has received a new award from the American Civil Liberties Union recognizing contributions to American thought and culture

Kaepernick, Springsteen receive new ACLU award for activism in arts, business, science and sports
Arts|Education|Political

Trump orders signs be installed outside Smithsonian museum warning of ‘inaccurate information’

Trump orders signs be installed outside Smithsonian museum warning of ‘inaccurate information’

Trump orders signs be installed outside Smithsonian museum warning of ‘inaccurate information’
Arts|Education|Political

Trump orders new signs outside Smithsonian saying some exhibits are inaccurate

President Donald Trump has ordered his administration to install signs at the Smithsonian's U.S. history museum

Trump orders new signs outside Smithsonian saying some exhibits are inaccurate
Education

502 students lose spots at Howard University over tuition payments just weeks before classes start

More than 500 incoming students at Howard University have learned this week that they have been unenrolled from the Washington, D.C., school and no longer have spots for the upcoming fall semester that begins Aug. 17

502 students lose spots at Howard University over tuition payments just weeks before classes start
Crime|Education|US|World

Investigators reveal new details of school shooting after guilty plea, emotional victim statements

Investigators reveal new details of school shooting after guilty plea, emotional victim statements

Investigators reveal new details of school shooting after guilty plea, emotional victim statements
Crime|Education|Lifestyle|World

Death of Black teen Nolan Wells to go to Mississippi grand jury

A grand jury in Mississippi will review the circumstances around the death of Nolan Wells before the evidence is made public in the case of the Black teenager whose

Death of Black teen Nolan Wells to go to Mississippi grand jury
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Kentucky tattoo artist who carried her life in a trash bag now fills suitcases for foster kids

Kentucky tattoo artist who carried her life in a trash bag now fills suitcases for foster kids

Kentucky tattoo artist who carried her life in a trash bag now fills suitcases for foster kids
Crime|Education|US

Teen pleads guilty to murder in a 2024 shooting that left 4 dead at Georgia's Apalachee High School

A teenager has pleaded guilty to all 55 counts in a deadly shooting nearly two years ago at Apalachee High School in Georgia

Teen pleads guilty to murder in a 2024 shooting that left 4 dead at Georgia's Apalachee High School
Education|Health|Lifestyle

Iowa toddler recognized as world’s most premature baby celebrates second birthday

Iowa toddler recognized as world’s most premature baby celebrates second birthday

Iowa toddler recognized as world’s most premature baby celebrates second birthday
Crime|Education|World

Teen pleads guilty to killing four people in 2024 US school shooting

A Georgia teenager who killed four people and injured nine others in a 2024 school shooting pleaded guilty in court on Friday to all 55 counts he faced, including

Teen pleads guilty to killing four people in 2024 US school shooting
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

Aerospace fights for young recruits as AI drains talent pool

For Hassan Butt, a 17-year-old British student volunteering at the Farnborough airshow this week, there was nothing

Aerospace fights for young recruits as AI drains talent pool
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science|Technology

Final contenders revealed for 2026 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition

Final contenders revealed for 2026 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition

Final contenders revealed for 2026 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|US

Black members of Oklahoma Native American tribe file federal lawsuit to gain citizenship rights

Two descendants of Black people once enslaved by a Native American tribe are asking a federal court in Oklahoma to force tribal leaders to issue them citizenship cards as ordered a year ago by a tribal court

Black members of Oklahoma Native American tribe file federal lawsuit to gain citizenship rights
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Political|Sports|Technology|US|World

White House says Trump, Zelenskiy to meet in Washington next week

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy are scheduled to meet in Washington on Tuesday, a White House official said on Friday.

White House says Trump, Zelenskiy to meet in Washington next week
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Estonian town wraps school windows in film to protect children from military drones

Schools in Estonia's Tartu, where children have already experienced a drone heading towards them from the Russian border, are putting protective

Estonian town wraps school windows in film to protect children from military drones
Education|Health|Science|World

US measles cases reach 35-year high, for second record-breaking year in a row

US measles cases reach 35-year high, for second record-breaking year in a row

US measles cases reach 35-year high, for second record-breaking year in a row
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Wisconsin voters sue to allow for vote to count if absentee ballot is late

A new lawsuit argues that voters in swing state Wisconsin whose absentee ballots haven't arrived by Election Day should be allowed to cast provisional ballots at the polls to ensure their vote is counted

Wisconsin voters sue to allow for vote to count if absentee ballot is late
Education|Environment|Health|Science

Jimothy the raccoon survived against the odds, a testament to sophisticated brains and devoted mothers

Surviving in the wild is no small feat for animals, especially ones like Jimothy, with rare conditions And yet he persevered to viral celebration, thanks to an adaptable brain and a caring mother.

Jimothy the raccoon survived against the odds, a testament to sophisticated brains and devoted mothers
Crime|Education

Teen school shooting suspect pleads guilty and will hear victim impact statements

Teen school shooting suspect pleads guilty and will hear victim impact statements

Teen school shooting suspect pleads guilty and will hear victim impact statements
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

How do scientists know if climate change made a heat wave, extreme storm or wildfire worse?

A National Academy of Sciences report examined the latest advances in extreme event attribution science. As four of the authors explain, the type of disaster makes a difference.

How do scientists know if climate change made a heat wave, extreme storm or wildfire worse?
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Pennsylvania roads are being coated in radioactive wastewater − here’s why

Wastewater from Pennsylvania’s oil and gas wells is salty and radioactive, and doesn’t suppress dust. Two researchers explain why it keeps ending up on rural roads.

Pennsylvania roads are being coated in radioactive wastewater − here’s why
Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Is withholding federal counterterrorism funds from states – as FEMA has threatened – legal?

Legal scholars argue that when executive branch agencies impose conditions on federal funds, courts should give these cases special scrutiny.

Is withholding federal counterterrorism funds from states – as FEMA has threatened – legal?
Crime|Education|Health|Science|Technology

The Benadryl Challenge isn’t going away – here’s how public health officials are trying to stop this deadly viral trend

This is just one example of an online trend with real-world health consequences.

The Benadryl Challenge isn’t going away – here’s how public health officials are trying to stop this deadly viral trend
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

Colorado prepares for screwworms, as the pest that was eradicated in 1966 returns to the US

After screwworm cases were reported in Texas and New Mexico, Colorado is taking preventive measures against the pest.

Colorado prepares for screwworms, as the pest that was eradicated in 1966 returns to the US
Arts|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

42-acre park in New Jersey helps people find wellness in art and nature

42-acre park in New Jersey helps people find wellness in art and nature

42-acre park in New Jersey helps people find wellness in art and nature
Business|Education|Health|Technology|World

Vietnam proposes banning under-16s from posting on social media

Vietnam is planning to force social media platforms to ban users under 16 from posting content, commenting or reacting to posts, according to a draft decree reviewed by

Vietnam proposes banning under-16s from posting on social media
Asia|Education|Political|World

India protest leaders say government seeks time until Saturday on demand for minister's resignation

Leaders of India's youth-led "cockroach" movement said the government has asked for time until Saturday afternoon to respond on their demand for the education minister's

India protest leaders say government seeks time until Saturday on demand for minister's resignation
Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel

Someone is painting illegal red curbs in Sacramento, and the city wants it to stop

Someone is painting illegal red curbs in Sacramento, and the city wants it to stop

Someone is painting illegal red curbs in Sacramento, and the city wants it to stop
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Indian government seeks time on youth protesters' minister resignation demand

Leaders of India's youth-led "cockroach" movement said on Friday that the government has sought time

Indian government seeks time on youth protesters' minister resignation demand
Business|Education|World

Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike as 'Cockroach' protesters vow to press on

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended a 26-day hunger strike that helped galvanize a massive youth movement in India, as demonstrators took to the streets, vowing to continue protesting

Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike as 'Cockroach' protesters vow to press on
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No bodycam footage in fatal Madison police shooting, because the department doesn’t require cameras

As officials review widely circulated bystander videos of the fatal police shooting of a homeless man in Madison, Wisconsin, one key perspective won’t be emerging: footage from the officers’ body-worn cameras

No bodycam footage in fatal Madison police shooting, because the department doesn’t require cameras
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In a first, two Chinese scholars win the ‘Nobel Prize’ of mathematics – and China is thrilled

In a first, two Chinese scholars win the ‘Nobel Prize’ of mathematics – and China is thrilled

In a first, two Chinese scholars win the ‘Nobel Prize’ of mathematics – and China is thrilled
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Court rejects Trump administration's bid to re-detain pro-Palestinian Georgetown scholar

A U.S. appeals court on Thursday rejected an effort by President Donald Trump's administration to allow immigration authorities to re-detain a Georgetown University

Court rejects Trump administration's bid to re-detain pro-Palestinian Georgetown scholar
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Two decades of mass protests in India

India's education minister quit on Saturday in a victory for the youth-led "cockroach" movement, which had been demanding his resignation in more than a month of protests

Two decades of mass protests in India
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Famine has ended in Gaza. But the gains are fragile and it could get worse

The world’s leading authority on food insecurity said on Thursday that the situation in Gaza had improved since famine swept parts of the Palestinian territory last year

Famine has ended in Gaza. But the gains are fragile and it could get worse
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Giant metal roosters spread autism acceptance in Maine after town zoning spat

Giant metal roosters are popping up on lawns in and around a coastal Maine community and as far away as New Zealand in support of a 6-year-old autistic girl and her love of the colorful creations

Giant metal roosters spread autism acceptance in Maine after town zoning spat