Markus Baer, who heads executive education and teaches about how people behave in groups at Olin Business School, was named the Knight Family Professor on February 18. The ceremony happened in the Charles F. Knight Center, a building that already carries the Knights’ name. Baer shared that this tit
Many people see Taekwondo as a fun, modern pastime rather than the serious martial art it once was. In its home country, adults are increasingly asking whether this sport is still about discipline or just a way to stay active and enjoy themselves. Researchers have taken a close look at why adults ch
Microsoft has decided that its AI helper, Copilot, should be taken seriously. Earlier, the software carried a warning that it was “for entertainment purposes only. ” The company now says that statement is old news and will be updated soon. The warning first appeared when Copilot was a simple
Massachusetts leads in insurance coverage, yet its maternity care falls short. A federal study showed that low‑risk births at freestanding centers cut preterm deliveries and cesarean sections, saving over $2, 000 per family. Only one such center is currently open, and it faces possible closure
Many U. S. schools once bet big on giving every student a laptop to improve learning. But now some are pulling back after realizing devices often lead to more distractions than achievements. Instead of helping kids focus, research shows laptops have sometimes worsened test scores and classroom behav
Massachusetts starts Friday with chilly morning air in the mid-30s before climbing to the mid-to-upper 60s during the afternoon. Boston should land around 68 degrees, Worcester near 67, Springfield close to 69, and the Berkshires about 66. Cape Cod and the Islands will be the coolest pocket at 51 de
Michigan’s weekend is shaping up like a busy sports schedule with a side of unpredictable weather. Friday evening in Detroit brings a welcome change after morning rain moves out, just in time for Tigers fans to head to Comerica Park. The game will feel chilly—temperatures in the 40s—but at least umb
Melissa Skutley has spent over two decades helping people through credit unions, with most of that time at Redwood Credit Union in Northern California. At 39, she recently earned a spot among the region’s top young professionals. Her journey started in branches across Northern California, giving her
Michigan fans will get lucky this Saturday with weather that seems to roll out the red carpet for the Wolverines' victory parade. Early forecasts suggest bright sunshine and mild temperatures around Ann Arbor, turning the celebration into a comfortable outdoor event rather than a sweaty summer slog.
Melania Trump has always played by her own rules as first lady. Unlike many before her, she avoided the spotlight most of the time. In 2017 alone, she gave just eight speeches—far fewer than Michelle Obama did in her first year. Even when she stepped into the public eye, it was often in unexpected w
