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Aug 05 2025EDUCATION

Kabul's Religious Schools: A Mixed Blessing

In Kabul's streets, a shift is happening. Boys in traditional dress are learning in madrassas, religious schools that are becoming more popular as public schools struggle. These schools offer structure and education based on Islamic teachings. One school outside Kabul saw its student count jump from

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Aug 05 2025EDUCATION

How Kids Make Choices: A New Way to Understand Their Thinking

Ever wondered how kids figure out when to make a decision? It turns out, they have a kind of mental rule that helps them decide when they're sure enough to act. This rule is like a personal threshold, and it changes how they think about things. If the threshold is too low, kids might jump to conclus

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Aug 02 2025SPORTS

A High School Football Player Speaks Out Against His Coach

Dustin Sharp, a senior at Denton Braswell High School, has decided to step away from the football team. His reason? The environment created by head coach Kent Laster. Dustin, who once loved the game, now describes the team's atmosphere as manipulative and demoralizing. It all started in late Septem

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Aug 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Why Old School RuneScape Stands Out in the MMO World

Old School RuneScape (OSRS) has been around for a while, but it's still a big deal. Recently, over 200, 000 new players joined, and it's easy to see why. This game is different from other MMOs. It's not just about fighting and getting stronger. You can do all sorts of things, like fishing, farming,

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Jul 31 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's Religion Program: A Clash of Ideas and Consequences

Harvard Divinity School's Religion and Public Life program has faced significant changes recently. The program, which aimed to promote understanding of religion's role in society, has been restructured. This shift comes after allegations of bias and antisemitism. Students and faculty involved in th

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Jul 25 2025EDUCATION

See-Through School Bags: A New Safety Trend

In Charleston, some schools are trying something new to keep kids safe. They are asking students to use clear backpacks. This is not a rule for all schools in the area. But a few have started doing it. The Charleston Charter School for Math and Science is one of them. It is the first charter school

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Jul 24 2025EDUCATION

The Unseen Struggle: School Leaders and Their Daily Battles

School leaders in Türkiye are facing a silent crisis. They are constantly juggling emotions, which is taking a toll on their well-being. This isn't just about long hours or tough decisions. It's about the invisible work of managing feelings, both their own and those of others. This emotional labor i

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Jul 23 2025EDUCATION

Smart School Savings: A Look at the HP 14 Laptop Deal

The fall semester is just around the corner, and students need to gear up with the right tools. A laptop is a must-have, but it doesn't have to cost a fortune. Right now, there's a deal on an HP 14-inch laptop that's caught some attention. The laptop is being offered at a steep discount, with a pri

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Jul 21 2025CRIME

A Dark Day in Dhaka: School Tragedy Strikes

In Dhaka, a terrible accident happened. A training jet from the Bangladesh Air Force crashed into a school. This happened in the afternoon when classes were in session. The jet, made in China, took off and then crashed into Milestone School and College. At least 19 people died, most of them students

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Jul 11 2025EDUCATION

Is CASPer the Right Tool for Vet Schools?

Vet schools aim to find students who excel beyond academics. They seek individuals who are compassionate, accountable, and skilled in teamwork. To identify these traits, some institutions have adopted the CASPer test, an online assessment that evaluates how applicants respond to various scenarios. T

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