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Dec 12 2025EDUCATION

New School Mental Health Funding: A Shift in Focus

The U. S. Department of Education recently declared a significant change in their funding strategy. They have allocated over $208 million to bolster mental health services in schools. This move comes with a notable shift away from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs that were previously

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Dec 12 2025LIFESTYLE

Akron's New Logo: A Symbol of Community and Progress

Akron has a fresh new logo. It was shown to the public at the city's 200th birthday celebration. The design process involved many people from the community. They gave their thoughts and ideas. The old logo, called the Rubberworker, is being replaced. This new logo will be used with the city's All-Am

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Greece's Finance Minister Takes on a Big New Role

Greece's Finance Minister, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, just got a huge promotion. He's now the head of the Eurogroup, a group of finance ministers from countries that use the euro. This is a big deal for Greece, and the Prime Minister, Mitsotakis, is pretty happy about it. In a speech, Mitsotakis said th

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Dec 11 2025HEALTH

Measles Spreading Fast in South Carolina: What's Going On?

In South Carolina, measles is spreading quickly. This is mostly happening in one church and a few schools in Spartanburg county. Health officials say 111 people have gotten sick. Most of these people were not vaccinated. Some were only partially vaccinated. Over 250 people are now in quarantine. Thi

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Dec 11 2025SCIENCE

Fighting Malaria with Science: One Expert's Journey

Jenny Carlson Donnelly has seen malaria up close. She's worked in many countries in Africa, like Ethiopia, Burundi, and Uganda. Her job? To help stop malaria from spreading. She did this by studying mosquitoes, the tiny insects that carry the disease. Malaria is a big problem in many parts of the w

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Dec 11 2025EDUCATION

How Teachers' Views Shape Tech Use for Students with ASD in Saudi Schools

In Saudi Arabia, teachers play a big role in how well tech helps students with autism. Their beliefs about teaching and their comfort with tech can make a big difference. First, let's talk about what teachers think. Their beliefs about teaching can change how they use tech. If they believe tech is

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Rivian's Big Move: Custom AI Chips for Self-Driving Cars

Rivian is stepping up its game in the self-driving car race. The company just revealed it's making its own AI chips. This is a big deal because it means Rivian won't have to rely on other companies for this key technology. The new chips are tiny, just 5 nanometers, and super powerful. They can hand

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

AirPods Pro 3: A Smart Buy at a New Low Price

Apple's latest AirPods Pro 3 are now available at a new record low price of $199, making them a tempting option for tech enthusiasts. This price drop comes as a pleasant surprise, especially for those who missed out on the Black Friday deals. The AirPods Pro 3, released in September, offer significa

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Disney and OpenAI Join Forces to Boost Engagement and Innovation

Disney has taken a significant step into the world of artificial intelligence by partnering with OpenAI. This collaboration aims to bring Disney characters to life in new ways, allowing users to create and share content featuring beloved icons like Mickey Mouse and Darth Vader. The deal involves Di

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Dec 11 2025SPORTS

Golf's Big Bet on Tech: A $780M Push for the Future

Golf is changing fast, and big money is backing it. GameAbove Sports just put a huge $780 million into PLATFORM Golf. Why? Because indoor golf simulators are getting popular, but the rules aren't clear. No one knows how to score fairly or keep track of competitions. PLATFORM Golf wants to fix that.

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