PANDEMIC

Dec 09 2025HEALTH

Kids' Mental Health: Schools Matter More Than We Thought

Schools did more than teach lessons during the pandemic. They kept kids' mental health in check. A recent study dug into health records of over 185, 700 kids in California. It found that kids who went back to school sooner had fewer mental health issues. This included depression, anxiety, and ADHD.

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Dec 05 2025OPINION

Gen Z's Struggle: Are We Holding Them Back?

Five years after the pandemic, many young people are still feeling its effects. Schools are making things easier by not requiring tests and giving out higher grades. But is this really helping? More students are being told they have learning disabilities or mental health issues. Is this fair, or are

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Dec 04 2025EDUCATION

Boston's School Closure Plan Sparks Community Fury

Boston is facing a heated debate as the school district considers shutting down three schools. The plan has ignited strong emotions among parents, teachers, and students, who are fighting to keep these schools open. The schools at risk are The Community Academy of Science and Health, Another Course

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Nov 29 2025CELEBRITIES

From Struggle to Success: How One Woman Turned the Pandemic Into Opportunity

Sukihana, a rapper from Delaware, recently shared her journey on the Respectfully podcast. She talked about her rap battles, industry ties, and how she turned her life around during the COVID-19 pandemic. She mentioned that she started an OnlyFans account during this time. This decision helped her

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Nov 25 2025CRIME

A News Anchor's Fall from Grace: The PPP Scam and Its Aftermath

A former news anchor, Stephanie Hockridge, has been sentenced to a decade behind bars for her part in a massive pandemic loan scam. This scam involved siphoning over $63 million from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a government initiative aimed at helping small businesses during the pandemic.

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Nov 22 2025EDUCATION

Ohio's Fresh Approach to Math Education: Lessons and Challenges

Ohio is taking a new approach to math education. The state has released a plan to improve math skills in schools. This plan focuses on better textbooks and teaching methods. It also wants to give teachers more training. The plan is not a strict rule. Schools can choose how to use it. This is differ

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Nov 14 2025EDUCATION

How Kids' After-School Lives Changed Post-Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic left a big mark on kids' lives, especially their after-school activities. But what happened after the pandemic is still a bit of a mystery. This makes it tough to figure out how to help kids stay active and engaged in good ways. Before the pandemic, kids had lots of options. T

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Nov 13 2025HEALTH

Why Hospitals Need Better Disaster Training

Hospitals have always been on the front lines during emergencies. But recent events, like the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters, have shown that they are not always ready. Many studies before the pandemic pointed out gaps in how hospitals prepare for crises. These gaps became clear during the

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Nov 12 2025RELIGION

How the Pandemic Pushed Faith Online

The pandemic changed how people practiced their faith. For centuries, churches and other places of worship had always been open. But when COVID-19 hit, they had to close their doors. This forced many religious groups to move their services online. This shift wasn't just about convenience. It was a

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Nov 02 2025HEALTH

The Next Big Health Crisis: Are We Ready?

A health expert warns that another pandemic is not a question of if, but when. The world is still recovering from the last one, but many countries are already cutting back on health funding. This is a big problem because it means we might not be ready for the next big health crisis. The expert, who

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