A study looked into how future thinking impacts leadership skills. It found that the ability to step back and view situations from a distance can greatly improve leadership effectiveness. This concept is known as temporal self-distancing. It is the ability to mentally detach from the present and
A tragic incident at Orlando's Icon Park has sparked controversy and legal battles. A former maintenance technician has come forward, claiming that he repeatedly warned the ride operators about safety issues on the Orlando Free Fall ride. These warnings went unheeded, leading to the fatal accident t
The head of Amtrak, Stephen Gardner, recently stepped down from his role. This sudden move has raised questions about the future of the national passenger railroad. The decision came after discussions with the current administration, which has been pushing for changes in federal services. Gardner's
The Nintendo Switch is getting a facelift with the upcoming Switch 2, and gamers are buzzing with anticipation. One game, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, has sparked some interesting discussions. This game, originally released on the Wii U, has been given a significant makeover for the S
The Education Department is in for a major shake-up. President Trump is poised to sign an order that will start the process of shutting it down. This move is part of a long-standing conservative goal to scale back federal involvement in education. Yet, it's important to note that fully eliminating t
The U. S. Department of Education made a swift decision in a case involving transgender athletes in Maine. They found that the state's education office broke Title IX rules by letting transgender girls join girls' sports teams and use their facilities. This was surprisingly fast, as such investigati
The American Federation of Teachers has taken legal action against the Department of Education. The lawsuit claims that the Department has halted access to income-driven repayment plans for student loans. This move goes against Congress's clear instructions for the Department to provide these plans.
The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady. This means that people who want to borrow money might have to wait a bit longer for better loan deals. On the other hand, savers might enjoy more stable returns on their savings accounts. The central bank has been raising and lowering
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is rolling out stricter identity checks. This means millions of people will need to visit an SSA field office instead of handling things over the phone. Starting March 31st, verifying your identity over the phone will no longer be an option. If you can't veri
A young man from Minnesota is currently stuck in the Dominican Republic. He is trying to get a new passport to return home. This is Joshua Riibe, a 22-year-old college student. He was with Sudiksha Konanki, a University of Pittsburgh student, the night she vanished during a spring break trip. Riibe
