New York City's public schools are in deep trouble. The city spends a staggering 41 billion dollars on education each year. This is the biggest chunk of the city's 115 billion dollar budget. Yet, the results are far from impressive. Nearly half of the fourth-graders in the city struggle with basic r
The news of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's sentencing sent shockwaves through the state's political scene. Many leaders from both sides of the aisle reacted with a mix of condemnation and calls for change. The sentence was a harsh reminder of the deep-seated corruption issues that
Science reformers have been pushing for changes in how research is conducted and communicated. This push for change has not been without controversy. Some critics argue that these reformers may have inadvertently helped shape the narrative of those who question established scientific consensus. The
China's power sector is in a tough spot. It's stuck with an old, state-controlled system and it's one of the world's biggest polluters. To fix this, China is trying to switch to a market-based system. This change isn't easy. It's like trying to turn a big, old ship around in the middle of the ocean.
Older folks in China are getting a boost from Long-Term Care Insurance (LTCI). This is a big deal because it affects how well they live and age. The insurance has been rolling out since 2012. It's not perfect, but it's making a difference. The impact of LTCI on health-related quality of life (HRQoL
Norway saw a big push to open colleges in the 1970s and 1980s. The idea was to give more people a shot at higher education. This move was part of a broader trend seen in many countries. People were going to college more than ever before. Some thought this would change how families were formed and ho
Everyone will eventually pass away, but that's not the point when discussing healthcare. A senator recently faced an upset crowd at a town hall meeting. People were worried about cuts to Medicaid, a program that helps with healthcare and food for those in need. The senator, Joni Ernst, had a surpris
Parking rules in Dallas have been stuck in the past for over 50 years. That all changed when the Dallas City Council voted to update these outdated parking codes. This move is a big step forward for small businesses, housing, and neighborhoods. The old rules were a nightmare for small businesses. T
In the world of sustainable energy, hydrogen is a big deal. It's clean, it's powerful, and it's everywhere. One way to get hydrogen is through a process called methanol steam reforming. It's like breaking down methanol to get hydrogen. This method is pretty cheap and efficient. However, making the r
Five years have passed since George Floyd's death. This event sparked a wave of support for changing a legal rule called "qualified immunity. " This rule often shields police officers from being held accountable, even when they break the law. Many people hoped this would lead to big changes. However
