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May 29 2025HEALTH

How Zanzibar's Health Workers Got a Digital Payday

Community health workers (CHWs) are the backbone of achieving universal health coverage. They play a crucial role in reaching the Sustainable Development Goals. To keep them motivated and effective, paying them fairly is key. The World Health Organization and groups like the Community Health Impact

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Apr 24 2025EDUCATION

How Will Community Colleges Adapt To New Rules?

Community colleges across the United States are facing a big challenge. Federal changes are coming and these changes could have a big impact on how these colleges operate. These colleges are worried, but they are not just sitting around. They are looking for ways to adapt and thrive in the new en

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Jan 25 2025EDUCATION

Local Heroes: Empowering Parents in Early Childhood Support

Community champions play a vital role in shaping early years support. But how can we best share knowledge and boost parent confidence in local communities? Let's dive into this crucial topic. First, who are these community champions? They are local residents who are passionate about supporting youn

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Dec 25 2024HEALTH

Weather and Air Quality's Impact on Pneumonia in Germany

Community-acquired pneumonia, or CAP, is a big deal worldwide. It causes lots of sickness and death, plus it costs health systems a bundle. Germany alone sees over 15, 000 deaths from CAP each year. So, what's climate change got to do with it? Quite a bit, actually. Changing weather patterns might b

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Dec 18 2024POLITICS

A Religious Group's Tax Battle: What's at Stake for Workers?

Catholic Charities is taking its fight against Wisconsin's unemployment tax to the Supreme Court. They argue that the tax violates their religious freedom, since they don't hold religious services. But the state says the tax is fair, as it applies to all employers, religious or not. The court's deci

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Oct 11 2024CRIME

Queens Group Asks for State Troopers to Help with Roosevelt Ave's Crime

Community leaders in Queens are asking Governor Kathy Hochul for help. They want her to send 100 state troopers to clean up Roosevelt Avenue. This street in Queens has become a big problem with brothels, illegal vendors, and lots of crime. The local police stations are very busy and don't have enoug

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Sep 15 2024LIFESTYLE

Community Comes Alive: Yorkville's Hometown Days Festival

Yorkville's Hometown Days Festival is a beloved annual tradition that brings the community together in a celebration of music, food, and fun. But what makes this event so special? Is it the Ultimate Air Dogs contest, where golden retrievers (and their owners) show off their jumping skills? Or perhap

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