The widely used education platform Canvas has returned online after a significant outage triggered by a cybersecurity breach, but the disruption has left lasting concerns for millions of students and educators. The incident occurred during a critical academic period, affecting access to exams, coursework, and communication tools across thousands of institutions. Data
A growing number of school districts across the United States are rethinking one of education’s most traditional practices: homework. In a notable shift, a rural district in Louisiana eliminated mandatory homework entirely. This decision impacts approximately 2,500 students from elementary through high school. The decision reflects a broader national conversation
The latest data on public education in the United States reveals a growing disconnect between nominal salary increases and real purchasing power for teachers. While average teacher pay reached $74,495 during the most recent school year, representing a 3.5% increase, inflation has significantly eroded those gains. When adjusted for rising
Teen gambling addiction in the United States is emerging as a growing public health concern, with experts warning that early exposure to online betting platforms is putting a new generation at risk. What was once considered an adult activity confined to casinos is now easily accessible through smartphones, livestreams, and
Cursive writing is making a notable return to classrooms across the United States, driven by new state mandates and renewed interest among educators, students, and communities. Once sidelined by modern curriculum standards, the flowing style of handwriting is now being reintroduced as part of a broader conversation about foundational skills
A new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) says the U.S. Department of Education stopped conducting certain oversight reviews of companies that manage federal student loans, raising concerns about the accuracy of borrower records and the quality of information provided to millions of Americans. The watchdog investigation found that the department’s Office of
An English teacher from rural eastern India expected questions about her research when she received a prestigious American scholarship. Instead, she found herself answering inquiries about childcare and marital duties. Her selection for the Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Program marked a professional milestone, but the reaction it triggered revealed the enduring
Across the United States, schools are tightening rules on smartphone use, and Kentucky has emerged as one of the states leading a major shift toward distraction-free classrooms. With more than 30 states now limiting cellphone use during school hours, Kentucky’s statewide requirement for phone-free public school classes has become a
A new federal watchdog report reveals that the U.S. Department of Education’s attempt to dismiss hundreds of employees resulted in a financial burden of more than $28 million for taxpayers, intensifying scrutiny of workforce management, civil rights enforcement, and government efficiency. The findings highlight how the administration’s cost-cutting strategy, aimed
President Donald Trump’s aggressive legal and financial campaign against major U.S. universities has triggered one of the most consequential transformations in American higher education in decades. Through lawsuits, executive orders, and the strategic withholding of federal grants and contracts, the administration has applied unprecedented pressure on elite academic institutions, reshaping
Public health officials across several countries are intensifying efforts to track and monitor passengers connected to a suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Honius cruise ship. This follows after dozens of travelers dispersed internationally before the illness was identified. In light of this situation, hantavirus contact tracing has become a
The Trump administration’s ambitious “Gold Card” visa initiative, designed to attract wealthy foreign investors with a $1 million pathway to U.S. residency, is facing mounting skepticism just months after its launch. Despite promises of fast approvals and massive revenue generation, the program has so far failed to gain significant traction
The Supreme Court of Virginia has struck down a congressional redistricting plan approved by voters, delivering a significant political blow to Democratic efforts to reshape electoral maps ahead of upcoming elections. The ruling effectively halts a strategy aimed at countering Republican-led redistricting efforts across multiple states. Court Rules Amendment Process Violated Constitution