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Jan 21 2025EDUCATION

Escape Rooms: A New Way to Test Nursing Skills

Have you ever wondered if escape rooms could be more than just a fun pastime? Well, they might actually help nursing students learn and remember important skills better. You see, escape rooms can be used as a unique way to assess what nursing students know and how well they can apply that knowledge.

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Jan 21 2025HEALTH

Breaking Barriers: Why Mental Health Matters in Doctor Training

Imagine you’re a medical student, spending countless hours studying and working in hospitals. It’s tough, right? Now, consider the mental toll it takes. Medical schools worldwide are finally waking up to the fact that mental health is just as important as physical health. But let’s be real, they’ve

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Maura Healey Set to Unveil Higher Ed Funding Plan

Governor Maura Healey is ready to drop a big news bomb about money for colleges in Massachusetts. She's calling it a "major announcement, " and it's happening this Tuesday morning. The action starts at 11 a. m. and includes a sneak peek at the cybersecurity center at Bridgewater State University. Yo

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Jan 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Burgers for a Cause: Dallas Chefs Cook for LA Fire Victims

Meet Dave Culwell, the owner of Burger Schmurger in Dallas. He's not just flipping burgers—he's flipping them for a good cause. On January 26, 2025, Culwell is hosting a special burger sale at Oak Highlands Brewery to raise funds for the victims of the devastating Los Angeles fires. The event starts

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Jan 21 2025HEALTH

How Good Is the Persian Spiritual Care Test for Nursing Students?

Spiritual care is a big deal for patients and their families. It's important that nursing and midwifery students are good at it. So, researchers checked out a test called the Spiritual Care Competency Self-Assessment Tool in Persian. They wanted to see if it worked well. The researchers asked 300 n

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Could Trump's Plans Shake Up the Education Department?

President Donald Trump has big plans to shake things up at the Department of Education (DOE). Established back in 1979, this federal agency has had its share of critics. But Trump wants to go further than just cut its budget—he aims to shut it down completely. Education in the U. S. is mainly handle

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Jan 21 2025EDUCATION

Linda McMahon's Education Vision: Empowering Parents, Transforming Schools

Imagine Linda McMahon stepping into the education ring, ready to shake things up. She's no stranger to change, having transformed World Wrestling Entertainment and helped small businesses as the Small Business Administrator. Her secret weapon? School choice. McMahon wants to put power back in parent

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Jan 20 2025POLITICS

Taliban Official Calls for Lifting Education Ban on Afghan Women and Girls

In a surprising turn of events, a high-ranking Taliban official has spoken out against the group’s ban on education for Afghan women and girls. Sher Abbas Stanikzai, the political deputy at the Foreign Ministry, made these remarks at a religious school ceremony in southeastern Khost province. He arg

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Jan 20 2025EDUCATION

Chilly Weather Keeps Akron Kids Home

A sudden plummet in temperatures has led Akron Public Schools to close their doors for two days this week. The district made the announcement on Sunday, stating that all school buildings would be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. This means no classes and no after-school activities during these days.

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

Trump's Second Act: What He Wants to Do

Donald Trump is back with a new plan for his second term. He's got a mix of old ideas and new ones, focusing on everything from immigration to taxes to climate change. Let's break it down. Immigration is a big deal for Trump. He wants to build a wall, use the National Guard, and even empower local

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