Future of U.S. Special Education Faces New Challenges

Growing Fears Over the Future of U.S. Special Education Fifty years after the Education for All Handicapped Children Act established the foundation of modern special education, concerns are mounting about the future of the system and its ability to protect the rights of millions of children with disabilities. As federal

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Reinstated Special Education Staff Face an Uncertain Future

Federal workers responsible for overseeing national special education programs have been ordered back to their positions following the new government funding agreement. However, their long-term status remains unclear. The U.S. Department of Education must reinstate employees who were removed during the October workforce reductions. These include essential specialists. Their responsibilities

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Cities and Unions Sue Trump Administration Over Changes to Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Dispute Over New Rules for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Several U.S. cities —including Albuquerque, Boston, Chicago, and San Francisco— along with major labor unions and nonprofit organizations, have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging recent changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Established in 2007 under

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U.S. Universities Reject Federal Compact on Academic Standards

Several institutions voice opposition to conditions proposed by the Trump administration A number of U.S. universities have declined to sign the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, a proposal from former President Donald Trump’s administration that ties institutional commitments to political priorities in exchange for preferential access to federal

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Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: How Professors Are Transforming Teaching

New studies highlight the role of AI in universities Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming part of daily academic practice. University professors across different disciplines are turning to generative AI tools to design lesson plans, create interactive assignments, and manage administrative tasks more efficiently. Recent research indicates that a large

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Academic–Business Leadership Strengthened at UN 2025

Academic and Corporate Leaders Join Forces at the United Nations During the 2025 United Nations activities, Javier Cárdenas Moreno, CEO of Rhino Equipment, met with Janette M. Núñez, President of Florida International University (FIU). They discussed how academic institutions and business leaders can jointly accelerate global development. Their exchange highlighted

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Bondi Beach Hanukkah Shooting Raises National Security Concerns

A deadly shooting during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach has shaken Australia. It has also reignited national and international conversations about terrorism, antisemitism, and public safety. The attack unfolded during an evening religious gathering attended by hundreds of people. It transformed a peaceful cultural event into one of the

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AI-Personalized News Podcasts Are Reshaping Digital Journalism and Audience Trust

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how journalism is produced, distributed, and consumed. One of the most visible developments is the emergence of AI-personalized news podcasts, a format that combines algorithmic curation with on-demand audio. Rather than offering a single editorially defined program, these podcasts dynamically adapt to each listener. They

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Creative Sector Raises Alarms Over $1B Disney–OpenAI Deal

Industry Unions Warn of Rising Anxiety Over AI Licensing Power Disney’s decision to enter a licensing agreement valued at $1 billion with OpenAI has intensified concerns among creative professionals. They see the deal as a defining moment for how artificial intelligence will interact with iconic intellectual property. The partnership allows

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