Picatinny Arsenal, a military base in New Jersey, has been quietly developing drones to combat weapons of mass destruction (WMDs). The US Army awarded a company a $50 million contract in 2018 to create these drones. They can map urban areas and keep an eye out for potential WMD threats. But don't wo
A 72-year-old Syrian man, who used to be in charge of a notorious prison, is now in big trouble. He's accused of some very serious things like torture and lying on immigration papers. His name? Samir Ousman al-Sheikh. He was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport in July when he tried to leav
Keep it simple, yet important—that's the mission of KatakLarita, an innovative program that's empowering deaf children with crucial sexual safety knowledge. This isn't your typical classroom lesson. KatakLarita is all about including everyone, even those who communicate through sign language. With t
Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria has crumbled after decades of brutal rule and a long civil war. The rebels, led by Abu Mohammad al-Julani, have taken control of Damascus. But who are these rebels? Al-Julani has ties to radical Islamic groups and is now preaching "diversity. " Is this a good thing
Ever wondered why some online talks become super popular while others flop? It turns out that the amount of information packed into a talk plays a big role. Researchers found that when a talk covers too many topics, it can be tough for viewers to follow along. This makes the talk less appealing, esp
Ever wondered why some kids with hearing loss in one ear manage school just fine, while others need extra support? It turns out, it's not just about the ears. Researchers have dug deeper and found that health issues play a big part too. They studied kids who needed extra help in school or had troubl
Let's take a ride through three decades of Denmark's teen health scene. Researchers have been keeping a keen eye on the health of young Danes, tracking fifteen different health factors. These include weight issues (both overweight and underweight), common pains like headaches and backaches, emotiona
Thinking about going to a private high school in Chile? It might pay off in the long run. Research shows that graduates from private schools can make around $100 to $140 more each month compared to those from public schools. That's a significant 15% to 22% increase in earnings! Why? Private schools
The U. S. Department of Education has spent over $1 billion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives since 2021. Researchers found that $490 million went to DEI hiring, $343 million to DEI programming, and $170 million to DEI-related mental health services. This spending has benefited u
Imagine a spot on Queen’s University campus where people gather to learn and connect with Indigenous ways of knowing and being. This special place is the Outdoor Indigenous Gathering Space. It’s going to be named after someone very special: Kanonhsyonne, also known as Janice Hill. She’s been a key p
