In 2025, a community education network in Illinois reached over 25, 000 people across three counties—Grundy, Kankakee, and Will—through hands-on learning. The programs covered gardening, youth leadership, farming advice, and health workshops. Every day, about 70 locals took part in these sessions. N
Indiana is shaking up its college degrees. Nearly 20% of public college programs will disappear or merge soon after state leaders set new rules. Why? Many degrees had almost no students and were costing money for almost no return. The state reviewed over 1, 000 programs and decided 210 must go, anot
Most pharmacy schools now use Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) to measure how well students can handle real pharmacy tasks by themselves. These EPAs cover everyday jobs like giving patients the right medicine or explaining how to take a pill. After deciding which skills matter, schools lin
Mid-November in Huntington Beach isn’t just about sunsets and surf. In 2026, it’s the stage for a music festival that’s bringing back the sounds and styles of decades gone by. Forget modern pop—this is a one-day celebration of goth, punk, and new wave, packed with artists who defined the ’80s and ’9
A top military leader recently spoke out against mixing faith and war decisions. The former Navy captain turned senator argued that religion shouldn’t shape how the country fights overseas. He pointed out that even as a person of faith himself, he finds it wrong for defense leaders to blend prayers
Mothers in Bangladesh often start pregnancy care early but stop before completing all recommended visits. Only a small portion stick with the full health service plan, called the maternal continuum of care, which includes prenatal visits, safe delivery support, and postpartum checkups. This drop-off
Research shows that people who value religion or spirituality often drink less alcohol. But most studies don’t consider whether someone’s specific faith changes this effect. A recent study looked at over 10, 000 Canadians to see if religious affiliation—like being Protestant, Catholic, or atheist—af
Long before smartphones and museums, early humans crafted art directly into stone walls. But something puzzles researchers: How did they do it? And what can their techniques tell us about their minds? A new study tested different ways of carving limestone, a common material in prehistoric times. Th
Scientists recently found traces of PFOS, a long-lasting chemical, inside honey and the bees that make it. These substances stick around in nature for years, building up in the environment and even inside living things. For bees, even small doses can mess with their growth. Young bees exposed to PFO
Allendale Middle School is opening its doors to a week-long adventure where science meets creativity. From August 3rd, kids in kindergarten through sixth grade can join Camp Invention, a program blending fun activities with learning. The camp isn’t just about following instructions—it’s about buildi
