Schools in San Francisco were closed on Monday when teachers walked off the job for the first time since 1979. The strike was sparked by demands for better health care and higher pay. About 50, 000 students were affected because parents had to find new child‑care and meals. Union leaders an
Schools are always looking for ways to make learning more effective. One idea that has been gaining traction is physically active learning. This means getting students to move around while they learn. But there are some problems with this approach. For one, it's often seen as just a way to keep kids
Parkinson's disease is a serious concern for those with type 2 diabetes. This condition can severely affect movement and daily living. Two widely used diabetes medications, GLP-1 receptor agonists and metformin, have shown potential in protecting the brain. However, the current research is inconclus
Schools are quickly adopting AI-powered tools to help teach students. These tools can gather personal info like voices, images, and handwriting. In early 2025, Worcester Public Schools tested a literacy app that recorded student voices to improve its AI model. Parents were not told about this test o
Parkinson's disease is tricky. It can start causing trouble inside the body way before anyone feels sick. Scientists have made tests to spot early warnings in healthy people. These tests look for things like α-synuclein and check for genetic risks. But wait, there's no cure yet. So, why bother gett
Parkinson's disease is a tricky condition. It affects movement and can make people feel really tired. But why? A study looked into this. It checked how exercise and daily habits play a role in fatigue for those with Parkinson's. First, let's talk about fatigue. It's not just feeling sleepy. It's a
Schools are getting a tech upgrade with new Chromebooks designed to make learning easier and safer. These devices are built to handle the daily wear and tear of student life. They come with features like AI-powered learning tools, strong security, and easy-to-repair parts. The latest models include
Parkinson's disease is becoming a bigger problem around the world. A recent study looked at how much of a burden this disease is on people's health. It also checked out what's causing it and how healthcare systems are dealing with it. The study found that Parkinson's disease is affecting more peopl
Schools are trying hard to make students feel safe and happy. But new research shows that this might not be working for everyone. In fact, it could be making things worse for some kids. The study looked at over a million students in California. It found that students who are bullied because of who
Schools are getting a big boost for mental health support. The Education Department just gave out $208 million to 65 schools. This is a big deal because earlier, over 200 mental health grants from the last administration were canceled. Most of this new money is going to schools in rural areas. The g
