Kingston’s spring is buzzing with new chances to explore, create, and enjoy. First up are the free repair clinics at Wild Bobbin, where residents can bring worn‑out clothes for quick fixes. The shop offers supplies and friendly help on the second Wednesday and fourth Saturday of each month, makin
Schools today face a new challenge: teaching students how to handle AI without losing important human skills. AI tools are everywhere now, from chatbots that explain homework to apps that grade essays. But just teaching students how to use these tools isn’t enough. The real goal should be helping th
Kingston Flemings grew up in San Antonio, Texas, after being born in Newport News, Virginia. A scary accident when he was a child left him with serious injuries but did not stop his life. After getting better, he became more outgoing and energetic. He tried many sports, but basketball caugh
Schools that welcome all kinds of students can help every teen feel happier and more confident. A new study shows that when high schools promote respect for LGBTQ teens, even those who are not part of the group feel more connected to their classmates and society. The researchers asked 287 straigh
Community workers in a Chinese city faced high pressure during the pandemic. Researchers followed them for a year, asking about how much stress they felt, their religious beliefs, and whether they had thoughts of suicide. They used three standard questionnaires to gather the data from 446 workers in
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
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
Kingston is getting ready for a fun-filled winter sports event. The Springer Market Square will be the place to be. It's all about celebrating sports and the city's history. The Downtown Kingston Business Improvement Area (BIA) is behind this event. They want to make it a hit for everyone. First up
Kingston has been making strides in becoming more accessible. But there is still a long way to go. A city councillor, who has a child with a disability, understands these challenges firsthand. They know what it's like to face barriers that many people don't even notice. When this councillor joined
