Russian attacks on Ukraine have intensified lately, with strikes hitting major cities like Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia. Six people died in one recent barrage, while others were injured in nearby regions. President Zelenskiy urged Ukrainians to stay alert for air raid warnings, hinting at a larger strike e
Pennsylvania is at a crossroads with its higher education funding plan. After two years of bipartisan work, the state has created a performance-based model for its biggest public universities, linking state money to student success and economic impact. But with the June 30 budget deadline looming, t
Chicago’s upcoming school board election isn’t just about picking new leaders—it’s also about who even gets to be on the ballot. Out of 51 candidates running, 28 have faced objections challenging their petitions. These aren’t just minor clerical issues; they’re legal fights that can knock hopefuls o
American universities take in hundreds of billions each year yet teach ideas that fuel division more than critical thought. Campuses once celebrated as places of open debate now incubate ideologies that label entire groups as either pure victims or irredeemable oppressors. This worldview treats anti
Families keep hearing the same old story: tuition must go up because “things cost more. ” But when every bill lands in the mailbox, the promises don’t match the papers. New dorms look flashy, yet inside the classroom the lights feel dimmer. Universities push shiny brochures instead of straight answe
Fifty million years ago, the oceans were home to a predator so massive it makes today’s sharks look like minnows. This wasn’t just any shark—it was Megalodon, a creature whose name literally means “big tooth. ” Scientists have pieced together its story mostly from fossilized teeth and a few rare spi
Writing a tribute for someone who passed away shouldn’t feel like filling out tax forms. Yet many people run into unnecessary hurdles when trying to submit an obituary. The process often involves multiple steps that feel disconnected, from verifying the death to double-checking photo formats. For ex
A political science professor known for her strong opinions about the Middle East is back in the classroom this fall at the City University of New York (CUNY). Corinna Mullin, who was arrested last year for leading protests that caused damage at a campus, will teach two courses: one on Middle Easter
Back in middle school, students spend a whole year studying how Earth works. They learn about rocks, weather, and how living things interact with their environment. It’s not just memorization—this class helps kids understand why volcanoes erupt or why some places get extreme weather. But here’s a th
Many people avoid the sun like it is an enemy. They cover up with hats, long sleeves, and thick layers of sunscreen. In the winter, some barely step outside at all. But science now tells a different story. Sunlight isn’t just safe in small doses—it can actually help us live longer and feel better.
