Social work education is under fire in Alaska. Critics argue that students are being forced to adopt a specific political agenda. But is this really the case, or is there more to the story? Alaska is a diverse state. Over 15% of its population identifies as American Indian or Alaska Native. The sta
Pennsylvania's electricity grid is a complex web. It connects 13 states and the nation's capital. This network, called the PJM grid, demands that each state contributes to powering the region. Pennsylvania exports more electricity than any other state. This is thanks to reforms made almost 30 years
In Austin, city employees are worried about their jobs. Why? Because the city manager, T. C. Broadnax, might think there are too many workers. Carol Guthrie, a union leader, shared this concern after hearing about a meeting where Broadnax reportedly said the city has 1, 500 to 2, 000 extra employees
The debate about whether Donald Trump's leadership leans towards fascism has been ongoing for years. Critics argue that he lacks a formal paramilitary force, unlike historical fascist leaders. They also point out that he hasn't pursued aggressive foreign expansion, which is often seen as a key trait
Science is not just about big discoveries. It's also about the process. A philosopher makes a strong case for this idea. Science often gets attention for big breakthroughs. But what about the everyday work? A philosopher says this work is just as important. It's not just about the results. It's abo
Southern California's emergency services are facing a growing problem: fake calls, known as swatting, are wasting precious time and resources. These hoax calls trick police into sending SWAT teams to non-existent crises, causing real fear and disruption. Students, like Sabrina Wong from Blair High
Ashley Tisdale's recent essay about leaving a "toxic" mom group has sparked quite the conversation online. In the piece, she talks about feeling left out and how the group dynamic just wasn't working for her anymore. It's a common story, really. People grow apart, and sometimes, friendships fade. T
Beats, known for teaming up with famous faces, has teamed up with baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani for their latest ad campaign. This time, they've joined forces with photographer Daniel Sannwald to create a series of eye-catching images. In these photos, Ohtani is shown towering over iconic Los Ang
America's history is not just written in books or spoken by people. It is also told by the trees, plants, and flowers that have seen it all. In a new book, the idea that plants are silent witnesses to the country's past is explored. This is not just about botany. It is about how Black communities ha
Microplastics are everywhere. They're in our food, our water, and even inside our bodies. But how much do we really know about them? Recent studies have made big claims about microplastics being found in our brains, hearts, and other organs. But are these findings as solid as they seem? Some expert
