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Sep 16 2024EDUCATION

A Borrower's Plea: Supreme Court Rejects Biden's Student Debt Plan, for Now

The Supreme Court has put on hold the latest plan from the Biden administration to lower payments for millions of borrowers, pending the outcome of lawsuits making their way through lower courts. The plan aimed to provide a faster path to loan cancellation and reduce monthly income-based repayments

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Sep 16 2024EDUCATION

Will the Sounds of Sirens Silence Students' Fears?

The debate over school resource officers (SROs) at Waukegan High School has students, parents, and community members feeling uneasy about the lack of a deal between the city and school district. For nearly two weeks, negotiations have been ongoing, but the two sides remain $40,000 apart. As classe

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Sep 16 2024EDUCATION

Tension at the Top: Chicago Public Schools' Leadership in Question

As the new school year begins, the Chicago Board of Education is facing a plethora of challenges, and at the center of it all is the question of leadership. The district's CEO, Pedro Martinez, is under fire from the teachers union and parents, who are demanding change. But is Martinez the problem, o

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Sep 16 2024EDUCATION

King's Dream Takes Shape: SC Public High Schools to Receive Free Civics Curriculum

The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has announced a new initiative to provide public high schools with a free civics curriculum inspired by the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The curriculum, based on Anderson University professor Dr. Matt Daniels' book Civil Rights: A Global P

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Sep 16 2024EDUCATION

A Piece of Space History Lands at the University of North Dakota: A New Era of Education

As the Orion Max Launch Abort System (MLAS) test vehicle rolled into the University of North Dakota (UND), it marked the beginning of a new chapter in the school's space education program. The 15-year-old mock spacecraft, which demonstrated one possible way of escaping a failing rocket, has finally

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Sep 16 2024LIFESTYLE

The Unlikely Rise of Disney Backpacks: A Senior Year Tradition

As high school seniors prepare to embark on their final year of secondary education, a peculiar phenomenon has emerged: Disney backpacks have become the norm. Gone are the days of functional, adult-themed bags; instead, students are opting for colorful, cartoon-inspired backpacks adorned with belove

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Sep 16 2024EDUCATION

Remembering Dr. Barbara Nielsen: An Education Champion Leaves a Lasting Legacy

Dr. Barbara Nielsen, a stalwart advocate for education in South Carolina, has passed away. As the state's Department of Education Chairperson from 1991 to 1999, she was a fierce believer in the potential of every student. Her dedication to equipping them to reach their goals earned her the respect o

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Sep 16 2024EDUCATION

Why America's Education Deficit Needs a New Equation

As the 2024 presidential campaigns heat up, one critical issue has gone largely unaddressed – America's education deficit. It's perplexing, given that the stakes are high, and the consequences of inaction are dire. Despite the gravity of the situation, candidates from both parties have failed to add

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Sep 15 2024OPINION

The Kennedy Legacy: A Tale of Family, Politics, and Betrayal

The Kennedy family has been a symbol of American politics for decades, with its members holding high offices and leaving a lasting impact on the country. However, when one of its own, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., defected from the Democratic Party and endorsed former President Donald Trump, the family was

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

The Far-Right's Rise in Germany: A Wake-Up Call for the Nation

Germany's democratic fabric is under threat as the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party gains momentum, particularly in the eastern state of Thuringia. The AfD's radical ideology, which preaches prejudice and hatred, has already led to a surge in hate crimes and vandalism against memorials

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