Studios love famous faces, but big names often crash in animated films. Most actors shine on screen because they use faces and bodies to sell emotions. When the camera cuts to their voices only, many struggle to connect. Matthew Lillard, who played in horror and mystery shows, recently pointed this
Studies show that staying mentally active can strengthen the brain’s “reserve, ” a buffer against age‑related decline. Researchers looked at how long‑term learning and different hobbies influence thinking skills in people ranging from healthy adults to those with early signs of Alzheimer’s. They com
Students from nine school districts in Western Pennsylvania teamed up with Wonder Media and the Grable Foundation to make an animated movie called “Finding Alice in Wonderland. ” The film talks about worry, sticking with yourself, and telling the truth to others. It lets kids own the story and spark
Students in medical school often find their obstetrics rotations confusing, because the work they do can differ a lot from one hospital to another. This makes it hard for them to know what they should learn and how well they are doing. To fix this, a team created an obstetrics bingo board. The boar
Studies show that about one in four high‑school students in the U. S. are bullied by classmates. The new research looks specifically at bullying that targets people because of their race, ethnicity, country of origin or religion. It also asks whether a school’s mix of different groups and its loca
Students and parents will soon have fresh news about their favorite teams. A new weekly email is set to arrive in inboxes every Monday, so no one misses a game. The message will bring scores, key moments and simple explanations that anyone can follow. Parents who want quick updates can sign
Studies show that taking deep breaths can lower stress, help the heart, improve sleep, and even lift mood. One recent paper in a medical journal examined how breathing exercises helped people recover from COVID‑19, finding that the practice was more than just a way to relax. Another study compared b
Students in Ohio are saying it loud and clear: they want to learn without worry. When kids feel unsafe, their focus on math, history or science fades. A recent roundup shows over 280 people were taken by ICE in Central Ohio during a single week, stirring fear in towns like Springfield where many Hai
Students at Point Park University will see a small rise in tuition next year. The change is about 3 percent higher than this year’s rates. Undergraduate programs in education, business, communication and arts and sciences will cost $20 130 each semester. That totals $40 260 for a full academic year
Studies show that heart attacks and depression don't just happen separately. They often appear together, and each can make the other worse. Researchers dug into past studies to see how these two health issues are connected. What they found wasn't just a one-way road. Instead, it's more like a two-wa
