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
Mattel, known for its toys, is diving into a new adventure: indoor water parks. This move comes after a tough financial quarter, where the company didn't meet Wall Street's expectations. But Mattel's CEO, Ynon Kreiz, sees a silver lining. He believes the company's brands still have strong consumer d
Alaska is facing a serious issue with teachers leaving their jobs. The problem is not new, but it is getting worse. In the past four years, over 1, 500 teachers have left the Anchorage School District (ASD). The situation is critical because nearly half of these teachers leave within the first five
A significant breakthrough has occurred in the field of bioengineering. For the first time, scientists have created a realistic model of human bone marrow using only human cells. This achievement could revolutionize research, particularly in areas like blood cancer studies and drug testing, by reduc
Teaching science to non-specialists can be tough. But here's a cool idea that's been working: using movies to explain physics. It's not just about watching films; it's about seeing science in action. This method, called "Physics in Films, " has been around for a few years. It uses scenes from popul
In today's digital age, young doctors looking for breast surgery fellowships are turning to the internet. This shift is notable because earlier generations of doctors did not have this resource. However, the quality and accessibility of information on these fellowship websites vary greatly. The Soc
Scientists have been playing around with sound waves to make chicken meat better. They wanted to see how sound waves and salt levels affect chicken protein when it's frozen and thawed. It turns out, sound waves can make the chicken protein more soluble and change its structure. This helps the protei
The U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services recently introduced a tougher civics test for immigrants seeking citizenship. This test now includes more challenging questions, such as naming five of America's original states and explaining the significance of the Federalist Papers. While this might
A recent court decision in the UK has shaken up how religion is taught in Northern Ireland's schools. It all started when two parents, who are humanist and not religious, questioned the way their daughter's school was teaching Christianity. They felt it was being presented as the only truth, without
Paris, often called the City of Lights, is known for its glamour and charm. It tops the list of the most luxurious cities in the world. A recent study looked at six key factors to decide this ranking. These factors include the number of millionaires and billionaires, fine dining spots, five-star hot
