Young people are constantly exposed to harmful content online. Social media platforms use algorithms to suggest videos and posts. These algorithms often push extreme ideas. This includes content promoting gender-based violence and misogyny. The more these ideas are seen, the more normal they seem. Researchers studied this issue. They talked to young people, analyzed...
In the U. S. , cannabis use has become a daily habit for many, especially since legalization. High-potency products, like vapes and concentrates, are now common and can lead to dependence without users realizing it. Unlike alcohol, daily cannabis users have surpassed daily drinkers since 2022. However, the lack of FDA-approved treatments for cannabis addiction makes ...
Rachel Cruze, daughter of financial expert Dave Ramsey, shared some unique experiences from her childhood. She posted a video on TikTok on November 24th. In the video, she talked about things she thought were normal but were actually special to her family. One of these things was reading a book called "How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dave Carnegie. She a...
Fairfax County Public Schools, the biggest district in Virginia, is now under the microscope. A House committee is digging into claims of antisemitism within its walls. This isn't just happening in Fairfax, though. Schools in Berkeley, California, and Philadelphia are also being looked at. Why is this happening? Well, the committee wants to make sure these schools a...
Lockport Township High School District 205 is grieving the loss of Della Travis, a former board member who dedicated four years of her life to the school district. Della, who was 84 years old, passed away recently, leaving behind a family that has been deeply involved in the community's education system for half a century. The Travis family's commitment to Lockport'...
In Ridgefield, the school board just picked new leaders and had a busy meeting. Tina Malhotra is now the board chair, Jonathan Paradiso is vice chair, and Christine More is the secretary. Everyone agreed on these choices without any arguments. The meeting wasn't just about new leaders. Students from Ridgefield High School's Educators Rising club showed off their wor...
Barnes & Noble Education's stock is soaring today. This is big news for investors. The company just shared some good financial news. They expect to make more money this year than last. Their sales are up, and they are turning a profit again. The company also fixed a problem with their accounting. It turns out one person made some mistakes. But they found the issue a...
Students in Ethiopian universities face many challenges. Among them, risky sexual behavior is a growing concern. This is especially true for students with disabilities. A recent study shed light on this issue. It found that many of these students engage in risky sexual activities. The study also looked into why this happens. Living with a disability can be tough. It...
Indonesia is getting a major boost in its plastic industry. A company called IMPC is putting in a lot of money to create a top-notch training center. This place, called IPSI, aims to be the best in ASEAN for learning about polymers, which are a big part of plastics. The idea behind IPSI is to help people get better jobs and skills. Right now, there's a big gap in th...
Avani Films is cooking up something special with a new batch of documentaries. They've got two films almost ready to roll and a science series in the works. First up, there's "Comedians in Bars, " a deep dive into the world of stand-up comedy. It's not just about the laughs; it's about the grind. The film takes a peek behind the curtain, showing how comedians test t...