Many people believe smart feelings and deep beliefs help students handle tough classes better. Studies show that students who understand their emotions and care about meaning in life tend to do well in school and stay healthy. Yet most research looks at these two ideas separately. When students kno
Japan started using DNA tests in court cases back in 1989, the first year such science was allowed as evidence. Researchers looked at every criminal case in a major legal database from that year up until 2024, focusing on how often DNA was accepted, how many people were found guilty, and what senten
When local schools in Oregon grab headlines, the conversation often zooms in on union politics first. Two recent pages worth of reporting dug deep into disputes among teachers’ groups, quoting officials about budgets and contracts. But here’s the odd part—nowhere in those long discussions did anyone
Starting university is often seen as a fresh start, but it can also bring unexpected pressure. Many students face state anxiety—stress that shows up in the moment—when dealing with new routines, academic demands, and social changes. Some handle it well, while others find it hard to adjust. Research
Weather experts in Northeast Ohio have issued frost alerts for Monday night as unusually chilly conditions take hold. Unlike typical mid-May weather, this cold front isn’t playing by the usual rules. A dry but sharp temperature drop is expected, with clear skies Monday night allowing thermometers to
Nine-year-old Zakaria Bel Qaid spent his last day alive doing something many kids love—playing outside with his sister. But a sudden accident changed everything when a tree collapsed onto the school playground in Melrose, leaving Zakaria critically injured. First responders rushed him and two others
Police were already on high alert when the first call came in at 10:30 p. m. on a Saturday night. Someone nearby reported hearing gunfire in North Fair Oaks, an area near San Francisco with a mix of families and quiet streets. Officers arrived to find 34-year-old Jose Gayton, a man undergoing what w
Alana, the younger sister of famous model Gigi Hadid, recently posted a short Instagram clip that quickly drew attention. In the video she dances while a voiceover repeats the word “girl” over a background tune, and her caption asks what people ate for lunch. The clip was posted while news circulate
The University of Illinois hosted the state‑level Science Olympiad, where 54 schools vied for top honors. Plainfield North High School, after placing fourth in its regional meet, qualified to compete among the best teams in the state. At the tournament on April 18, students from Plainfield North
New York City is rolling out rules on how artificial intelligence can be used in its public schools, but many parents and teachers aren't happy. Over 6, 000 people shared their opinions during the 45-day feedback period that just ended. Critics say the plan is rushed and may harm students by making
