Ohio's higher education system is facing some changes. A recent state audit found that some big-name colleges, like Cleveland State, Ohio State, and Ohio University, are still teaching old-school reading methods. These methods have been proven not to work as well as the new "science of reading" appr
Coal, once on the decline, is making a surprising comeback. The International Energy Agency (IEA) reports that global coal demand is expected to reach a record high this year. This is not what experts predicted. For the past three years, they thought coal use had peaked and would start to drop. But
People are pointing fingers at the trawl fleet for Alaska's salmon troubles. But the numbers tell a different story. The pollock fishery's impact on salmon runs is surprisingly small. For example, in 2023, the pollock fishery caught just 5, 627 Western Alaska chinook salmon. That's a tiny fraction c
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has shifted its stance on hepatitis B vaccines for newborns. Instead of universally recommending the vaccine at birth, the CDC now suggests that mothers who test negative for the virus should discuss with their healthcare providers about delaying
The idea that a little alcohol might be good for your heart has been bouncing around for years. But lately, it's been getting a lot of pushback. Now, the American Heart Association is bringing it back into the spotlight with a new review. This review says that having one or two drinks a day might no
The U. S. government has added 20 more countries to its travel ban list. This means people from these countries will find it harder to visit or move to the U. S. The new rules start on January 1st. Five countries now face a complete ban. These are Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria.
The clock is ticking on a crucial healthcare issue. As the House of Representatives nears the end of its session, a key aspect of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is at risk. The premium tax credits, which help many Americans afford health insurance, are set to expire soon. The House Republicans have b
Colorado's push to cut greenhouse gas emissions is putting a squeeze on homeowners who rely on natural gas for heating. The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has set a new target: gas utilities must slash emissions by 41% by 2035. This is a big jump from the previous goal of a 22% reduction
The U. S. is in a tough spot when it comes to Afghan immigrants. Some Republicans are breaking ranks with the Trump administration over strict new rules that block Afghans who helped U. S. troops from entering the country. This has created a divide in the party, with some lawmakers speaking out agai
Europe's plan to stop selling new gas and diesel cars by 2035 is getting a makeover. This change is happening because some countries and carmakers are pushing back. They want more wiggle room, saying the switch to electric vehicles (EVs) is happening too fast. Germany and Italy are leading the char
