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Jan 10 2026BUSINESS

Smart Ways to Use AI Without Messing Up Your Business

Business owners today are in a tough spot. They want AI to make things easier, but they're scared it might mess up important tasks. They worry AI could give wrong answers, upset customers, or break systems that took years to build. AI is everywhere now. In 2024, most companies used AI in some way.

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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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Dec 28 2025BUSINESS

When Your Business Hits a Wall: Time to Break Old Habits

Businesses often hit a snag when the boss is too involved. This isn't a sign of failure. It's just that the habits that helped the business grow can later slow it down. The good news? This can be fixed. The catch? The boss has to make the first move. First, find the problem spots. Ask, "What stops

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Dec 28 2025BUSINESS

Avoid These Business Mistakes for a Better Year Ahead

Businesses often set yearly goals, much like personal New Year's resolutions. However, unlike personal goals, business resolutions can have significant consequences if not achieved. Here are some common business mistakes to avoid. First, businesses should not aim to impress every customer every tim

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Dec 25 2025LIFESTYLE

Top 5 Airlines Redefining Business Class Travel in 2025

Business class travel in 2025 is all about creating a personal, comfortable space in the sky. Airlines are going beyond just bigger seats, focusing on making the cabin a place where passengers can work, rest, and feel private. This is especially important for people who fly often, as they now have m

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

Unlocking the Secrets to Thriving Business Partnerships

Business partnerships, also known as ecosystems, are a hot topic these days. Everyone is talking about them, but many companies struggle to make them work. The problem? They often make the same mistakes right from the start. First, many companies think that having a platform or a network of partner

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Dec 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Machines Everywhere: The Future of Business Tech

Businesses are starting to use smart machines in many places. These machines are not just in big computer centers. They are in stores, factories, and even in the field. This is because smart machines need to be where the action is. They need to be close to people and activities. This way, they can m

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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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Dec 16 2025EDUCATION

Schools' Hidden Struggle: When Kindness Isn't Enough

Schools are trying hard to make students feel safe and happy. But new research shows that this might not be working for everyone. In fact, it could be making things worse for some kids. The study looked at over a million students in California. It found that students who are bullied because of who

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Dec 12 2025HEALTH

Schools Get Big Money for Mental Health Help

Schools are getting a big boost for mental health support. The Education Department just gave out $208 million to 65 schools. This is a big deal because earlier, over 200 mental health grants from the last administration were canceled. Most of this new money is going to schools in rural areas. The g

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