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Nov 12 2025EDUCATION

School Ratings Shake-Up: Evanston-Skokie District 65 Faces Changes

Evanston-Skokie District 65 recently got some mixed news with the release of the 2025 Illinois Report Card. Two schools, Kingsley Elementary and Dr. Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies, saw their ratings drop from "commendable" to "targeted. " This shift is notable because it reflects changes in

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Nov 12 2025EDUCATION

Is College Still Worth the Cost in the AI Age?

The world is changing fast, and so is the job market. With AI taking over many tasks, people are starting to wonder if a college degree is still worth the huge cost. Some experts think that the traditional college path might not be the best choice anymore. A few years ago, getting a degree in compu

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Nov 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Why Apple's iPhone Sock is a Big Deal

Apple has launched a new accessory that's raising eyebrows and sparking debates. It's not a new phone or a groundbreaking gadget, but a sock for your iPhone. Yes, you read that right. The iPhone Pocket, designed in collaboration with Japanese fashion designer Issey Miyake, is a knitted case that you

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Nov 11 2025FINANCE

CoreWeave's Stock Takes a Hit: What's Next?

CoreWeave, Inc. has seen its stock price drop by 40% since October, but is this a buying opportunity or a sign of trouble ahead? The company recently reported strong third-quarter results, beating expectations for both revenue and earnings per share. However, the stock took a 9% hit after the announ

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

How Wisconsin Schools Are Navigating the AI Wave

In Wisconsin, schools are figuring out how to use AI in the classroom. Some districts are all in, while others are more cautious. The goal is to help students use AI in a good way, not to cheat. Most students use AI to get help with their schoolwork. A recent study found that 92% of students use AI

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Nov 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

Amazon's Guardian Speaks Out Against Threats to His Home

Chief Raoni, a 93-year-old Indigenous leader, is sounding the alarm about Brazil's infrastructure plans. He believes these projects could harm the Amazon rainforest and the people who call it home. Raoni is in Brazil for the U. N. climate summit, COP30. He wants Indigenous peoples to have more say i

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Nov 11 2025CRYPTO

Ripple's Big Move: What It Means for XRP

Ripple Labs recently closed a huge funding round in 2025, raising $500 million at a $40 billion valuation. This money came from big names like Fortress Investment Group and Citadel Securities, showing that traditional finance is taking Ripple seriously. But what does this mean for XRP, the company's

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Nov 11 2025HEALTH

The Transformation of Body Sculpting in the 2000s

The new millennium brought big changes to body sculpting. Dermatologic Surgery kicked things off in 2000 with a deep dive into the evolution of liposuction. This technique had already made waves, but the journal highlighted how far it had come. It was a game-changer, reshaping how people thought abo

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Innovation Over Regulation: A New Approach to Environmental Protection

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under President Donald Trump is taking a different approach to environmental protection. Instead of focusing on regulations, they are encouraging innovation. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin shared his thoughts on this new direction during an event with Breitbar

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

A Principal Steps Down: Community's Push for Change

A high school principal has decided to move on after a group of parents, teachers, and alumni voiced their concerns and called for his removal. The principal, Troy Tyson, was at the center of a storm of allegations. These included not supporting female athletes enough, not engaging with parents, and

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