The incoming Trump administration has a big job ahead in fixing higher education. For years, colleges have raked in tax dollars while pushing their own political views and racking up student debt. They've also become too cozy with foreign financiers, including governments that aren't friendly to the U. S. The Biden administration didn't help, with regulations that ca...

In Chicago, researchers have been trying to figure out if ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft are helping or hurting Black passengers. The study looked at rides before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. They found that even though drivers might cancel on Black passengers more often, it doesn't really affect wait times much. The apps can quickly rematch with new driver...

Michaela DePrince, a name synonymous with resilience, perseverance, and beauty, has left an indelible mark on the world of ballet. Born in Sierra Leone, Africa, as an orphan, DePrince's journey was marked by trauma, violence, and loss. Yet, she refused to be defined by her circumstances, instead choosing to rise above and become a trailblazing figure in the world of ...