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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Lobbying Scandal: Watchdog Group Calls for Stricter Rules

Common Cause Rhode Island has filed a complaint against Michael Magee, the former CEO of Chiefs for Change. The complaint alleges that Magee failed to register as a lobbyist, even though he was involved in steering a multimillion-dollar state education contract to the ILO Group. This came after Gove

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

New Education Secretary: A Fresh Perspective

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Linda McMahon as the new Secretary of Education. While some Democrats and legacy media outlets are critical of this choice, others see her as a refreshing pick. Unlike her predecessor, McMahon has a background in business, not just education. McMahon's busine

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Idaho Higher Ed Gets New Rules on Diversity

In a recent move, Idaho's higher education institutions got new guidelines. The Idaho State Board of Education unanimously approved new policies. These policies say "no" to DEI ideology – which stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion. They don't want these ideas to take the spotlight away from i

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

The Sweet Danger: How Fructose Affects Our Health

Fructose, a sugar found naturally in fruits, can be good for us in small amounts. But munching on too much can cause some serious health problems. Fructose can set off a chain reaction in our bodies, leading to the buildup of harmful substances called advanced glycation end products (AGEs). These AG

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Apps and Glasses: A New Way to Help Parkinson's Patients?

Parkinson's disease doesn't just affect movement, it can also mess with how people see and think. There's no medicine to fix this, so scientists are looking for other ways to help. They're testing if using a special app and glasses that flash light could improve these issues. A small study found tha

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Dec 19 2024CELEBRITIES

Pharrell Williams' New UNESCO Role: A Surprising Turn

Pharrell Williams, known for his 13 Grammy wins and numerous award nominations, has taken on a new challenge. On December 17, the singer, producer, and songwriter was appointed as UNESCO’s goodwill ambassador for artistic education and entrepreneurship. This rare honor, bestowed in a Paris ceremony,

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Dec 19 2024EDUCATION

New York's Top Schools: A Battle Over 'Equity' and Testing

Imagine this: some folks in New York City are trying to change how kids get into the best public high schools. They say it's about being fair, or "equity, " but it's causing a lot of worry for families. The city's Panel for Education Policy is voting on whether to keep using a special test to get in

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Brett Favre's Voice on School Assignments and Kids' Safety

Brett Favre, the legendary NFL quarterback, has been making waves off the field with his strong opinions on various topics. One of his latest stances involves a school assignment that asked students to act out being LGBTQ and “coming out. ” Favre criticized this assignment, saying he wouldn’t have m

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Fear in the Classroom: How Immigration Politics Affects Young Learners

In Philadelphia, an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher has noticed a significant shift in their students' attitudes. Many of these students, ranging from kindergarten to eighth grade, are immigrants who have arrived in the U. S. within the past four years. The teacher shares that the older s

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

The Impact of Hospital Complications on Children in Intensive Care

When kids get really sick and need to stay in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), it's worse if they catch infections or other complications at the hospital. These hospital-acquired complications (HACs) can make them stay longer and need more help breathing, which isn't good for their health o

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