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Feb 10 2026EDUCATION

Teachers Strike in San Francisco: Schools Shut, Families Struggle

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

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Jan 29 2026EDUCATION

How Movement Can Make Learning Better

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

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Jan 26 2026EDUCATION

Schools, Tech, and Kids: Who's Watching the Data?

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

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Jan 26 2026HEALTH

Winning the Weight Loss War: Smart Strategies for Lasting Change

Losing weight is tough. The body is designed to fight it. Many people try quick fixes like fad diets, but these rarely work. The key to success is making small, lasting changes. It's not about quick results. It's about building a healthier life. The body has built-in defenses against weight loss. W

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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Chromebooks Aim to Boost Learning in Schools

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

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Jan 09 2026EDUCATION

How States Stack Up in School Funding

School funding is not a one-size-fits-all issue. Each state has its own set of challenges and resources. A recent study by the Education Law Center (ELC) looked at how states fund education using three different measures. The study, "Making The Grade 2025, " used data from 2023 to give a more detail

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Jan 08 2026LIFESTYLE

Saying Goodbye: A Dog's Final Moments

Losing a pet is never easy. It's a tough decision to make, but sometimes it's the kindest choice. This is the story of two dogs, Clare and Kiska, and their final moments. Clare, an old dog with bad hips, was put to sleep at home. The vet came over and gave her a sedative. She didn't even realize wh

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Jan 04 2026HEALTH

Keeping the Weight Off: What Really Works?

Losing weight is hard. Keeping it off? Even harder. Many people struggle with gaining back the weight they lost. So, what's the best way to maintain weight loss? A recent study looked at 29 different trials to find out. The study compared three main methods: lifestyle changes, medication (specifica

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Dec 25 2025WEATHER

Heavy Rain and Floods Hit Los Angeles

Los Angeles faced a serious weather situation on Wednesday. Heavy rain poured down, causing floods in many places. The rain was so strong that it was like a river in the sky, bringing lots of water from the Pacific Ocean. This was not just a normal rainstorm. It was a big weather event called an atm

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Dec 20 2025BUSINESS

Portland's Schoolhouse: A Sudden Goodbye

Schoolhouse, a beloved home decor store in Portland, just said goodbye to most of its workers. This news comes after a long time of money troubles at its parent company, Food52. Food52, based in New York, bought Schoolhouse a few years ago for a big sum. But now, things are not looking good. In a q

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