Schools in the U. S. might be in for a huge shakeup. Federal power over schools is about to be tested. The president has signed orders. They want to change the basics of teaching American History and science. They are into "American History" as in Jack's Great adventure. The White guy's point of vie
In New York, the top education officer, Betty Rosa, recently got a surprising pay boost, $155, 000. This move makes her total annual salary is around $489, 000. Betty Rosa is now the chairperson of the Board of Regents and the State Education Department commissioner. She defended this raise by
Finally, the scores from the National Assessment of Educational Progress– - called the "nation’s report card" - are in. Lots of states in New England are seeing similar results to rest of the country. Their students' math and reading scores held steady in some cases, while in others there isn't any
Ever wondered where your phone's brain comes from? It's tiny, powerful, and often made in Taiwan. But, President Trump has big plans to change that with new tariffs. He wants to bring chipmaking back to the U. S. , which could mean your next phone costs a lot more. Let's talk about TSMC. They're a
Tesla's fourth-quarter earnings report wasn't what Wall Street expected. They made about $25. 71 billion, which was less than the predicted $27. 22 billion. This news caused their stock to drop by about 4%. The company's been facing tough competition from cheaper electric cars, especially from China
Silicon is an incredible element, and its structures can be fascinating. You may have heard of a hydrogen-terminated Si(100) surface, where atoms stick out and have loose bonds. These loose ends are like tiny islands of high energy, stuck between the usual energy levels of silicon. Scientists are ve
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has taken a significant step, stripping former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Mark Milley of his security detail and clearance. This move comes with an order for the Defense Department's inspector general to review Milley's conduct. The goal? To determine if Milley's m
Shares in Trump Media & Technology Group skyrocketed by 7% on Wednesday after the company unveiled its latest venture: a new financial services division called Truth. Fi. Backed by a substantial $250 million, this division is set to explore investments in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, as well
Ever wondered how a tiny creature like the Noah's Ark shell (Arca noae) builds such intricate structures? Scientists dove deep into this question, using powerful tools like X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopes, and atomic force microscopes to understand the shell's makeup. They found tha
Let's dive into how guidance services can make or break career success in Ghana. Researchers took a close look at what makes these services relevant and effective. They chatted with 413 guidance service coordinators from different levels, like regions, districts, and schools. Their results? Money ma
