The Education Department is undergoing a major overhaul, with many of its responsibilities being shifted to other federal agencies. This move, initiated by the Trump administration, aims to reduce federal influence on education and give states more control. However, many state and school officials a
In a bold move, local officials are speaking out against the aggressive actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). They argue that the agency's methods are not just harsh but deliberately so. This isn't about catching dangerous criminals; it's about targeting ordinary people going about t
In the world of quantum physics, understanding how systems behave is crucial. One key idea is the Eigenstate Thermalization Hypothesis (ETH). It suggests that individual quantum states can represent the thermal properties of a system. But what about systems that are always changing, not in balance?
In 2025, a significant number of Americans are feeling the pinch when it comes to healthcare expenses. A recent survey reveals that nearly half of the adults in the country are anxious about affording medical care in the upcoming year. This worry is the highest it has been in the past four years. T
The State Department's annual human rights report is getting a makeover. Under the current administration, the report will now highlight issues like affirmative action and state-funded abortions as human rights violations. This shift is part of a broader change in U. S. foreign policy, which now pri
The housing market saw a small rise in sales of previously owned homes in October. The numbers went up by 1. 2% from September, reaching about 4. 1 million units annually. This increase is a slight improvement from the previous month and a 1. 7% rise compared to the same time last year. The market
The University of Michigan Health is gearing up for a major blood drive at the iconic Michigan Stadium on Sunday, November 23. This event, called "Be a Hero at the Big House, " is part of the 43rd annual Blood Battle with Ohio State University. The rivalry isn't on the football field this time but i
New Hampshire is taking a big step into the world of digital currency. The state is trying to create a $100 million bond backed by bitcoin. This isn't a typical government project. Instead, a private company will handle the bond, and the New Hampshire Business Finance Authority (NHBFA) is supporting
Wisconsin's public schools are facing a funding crunch for special education. The state is only covering 35% of the costs, way less than the 42% promised in the budget. This drop happened because schools spent more on special education than the state expected. Advocates are worried. They say this f
School leaders in New Jersey are making some serious cash. The latest numbers show that while most superintendents saw a small pay bump, a few are raking in over $300, 000 a year. Norma Fernandez, who runs Jersey City Public Schools, tops the list with a salary of $322, 272. She's been with the dis
