In Saginaw, Michigan, a big step is being taken to introduce computer science to very young minds. Jerome Green STEM Preschool has become the first in the state to roll out a computer science curriculum for preschoolers. This isn't about tiny fingers tapping on keyboards, though. Instead, kids will
Students who think differently often find traditional classroom methods hard to follow. Using stories that mix pictures, sounds, and movement can change that picture. In a recent study, researchers tested how these mixed‑media tales affected kids with learning differences. They measured thr
Carhartt is making waves with its Presidents’ Day sale, offering steep discounts on hoodies and sweatshirts. This sale is a golden opportunity for those looking to refresh their wardrobe with durable, stylish layers. The brand is known for its tough, high-quality fabrics and classic designs. Carhar
A Chinese gig‑app that let people pay for someone to bow at Lunar New Year celebrations was shut down after users complained. The service showed a worker in orange, kneeling before an elderly couple, and many people found the idea offensive. Critics said turning filial piety into a paid act hurt
The world of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) treatments has grown fast, making it hard to keep track of what each drug is. Doctors need clear names so they can prescribe safely, monitor side effects, talk to colleagues abroad, and help patients understand their medicines. In 1953 the World Healt
In the high mountains of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, people have lived for generations by turning to nature’s gifts for health. The area is a patchwork of cultures, each with its own stories about how animals can help cure sickness. Yet scientists have only just begun to listen. Researchers are now tra
Wilton Allen, a custodian at Southside High School, has been making a big difference in the lives of students and staff. He started working there in February 2025 and quickly became known for his friendly and positive attitude. Allen remembers his own school days and how there was no one to talk to
In the hilly regions of West Java, a tragedy struck when a massive landslide buried homes and left 80 people unaccounted for. This disaster came after days of relentless rain, which experts warn will persist for another week. The landslide, unlike the usual small floods from nearby rivers, originate
In the United States, a polar vortex is bringing extreme cold. People are talking about trees exploding. But can trees really explode? Trees can crack in extreme cold. This is called a frost crack. The thick sap inside trees freezes at a lower temperature than water. It stays liquid even when it's
Climate change has been a hot topic for years, with many people saying it's causing animals and plants to die out at an alarming rate. But a new report from the UK Royal Society shakes things up. It says that extinction rates haven't gone up much in the last 200 years. In fact, for bugs and plants,
