Alaska is facing a serious issue with teachers leaving their jobs. The problem is not new, but it is getting worse. In the past four years, over 1, 500 teachers have left the Anchorage School District (ASD). The situation is critical because nearly half of these teachers leave within the first five
Screens are everywhere. They're in our pockets, on our desks, and even on our wrists. But have you ever stopped to think about what they might be doing to your health? It's not just about eye strain or headaches. New research suggests that screen time, especially before bed, might be linked to some
Kamran Hekmati, a 70-year-old Iranian-American, is currently in a tough spot. He's in Iran's Evin Prison, dealing with bladder cancer. His family is worried sick. They say he was arrested for visiting Israel 13 years ago for his son's bar mitzvah. That trip is now causing him big trouble. Hekmati's
A recent court decision in the UK has shaken up how religion is taught in Northern Ireland's schools. It all started when two parents, who are humanist and not religious, questioned the way their daughter's school was teaching Christianity. They felt it was being presented as the only truth, without
In a surprising turn of events, Congress recently passed a bill to release all files related to the infamous sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein. This move came despite President Trump's efforts to block the release of these documents. The vote was a major upset, as Republican leaders had been trying to s
Canada recently lost its measles-free status after nearly 30 years, a direct result of declining childhood vaccination rates. This should be a red flag for the U. S. , which is also at risk of losing its measles-free status. However, the current climate is far from ordinary. Anti-vaccine and anti-sc
Calley Means, a well-known figure in health care, has rejoined the Department of Health and Human Services as a senior adviser. This time, he's focusing on food and nutrition policies. Means had previously worked in a temporary role but stepped down last month. Now, he's back with a more permanent p
Health experts worldwide are sounding the alarm about ultraprocessed foods. These foods, often packed with additives and lacking real nutrients, are becoming a major health concern. They're linked to rising obesity rates and chronic diseases. Experts argue that without stricter regulations, things w
In a troubling revelation, a human rights organization has reported that at least 98 Palestinians have lost their lives while in Israeli custody since the Gaza conflict began in October 2023. This alarming figure comes from Physicians for Human Rights Israel, who released a report highlighting sever
Britain is making big changes to how it handles asylum seekers. The government wants to make refugee status temporary. This means refugees would have to renew their status every two and a half years. If their home country is considered safe, they could lose their refugee status. The plan also makes
