A growing state-level initiative An increasing number of states across the United States are introducing policies that restrict or ban students’ use of cell phones during school hours. As of this year, 31 states and the District of Columbia have enacted such measures, aiming to foster better focus and academic
Two children killed and several others injured in church attack On Wednesday morning, a shooting disrupted a Mass at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, leaving two children dead and at least 18 people injured, including elderly parishioners and several students. Authorities confirmed the victims as 10-year-old Harper Moyski and 8-year-old
Incident during first week of classes A shooting on Wednesday morning at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to 17 people, including 14 minors. The attack occurred around 8:30 a.m. during a Mass held inside the church. Authorities reported that the gunman
Entering school after an unusual early childhood The early years of millions of children born in 2020 were shaped by the COVID-19 pandemic, with limited social interaction and high parental stress. Now, many of these children — sometimes referred to as “COVID kindergartners” — are entering kindergarten, raising questions about
The challenge of equal access to AI learning Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a crucial topic in schools, but access to this education remains uneven. While some districts have integrated computer science and AI programs, others, particularly in rural or low-income areas, struggle to provide students and teachers with the
Maryland judge rules against measures limiting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives A federal court in Maryland has struck down two actions by the U.S. Department of Education that sought to limit diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in schools and universities nationwide. U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher ruled that the
Once a School Tradition, the Presidential Fitness Test May Return A new executive order signed by the U.S. president aims to bring back the once-standard physical fitness test for students aged 10 to 17. The Presidential Fitness Test, discontinued in 2013, included exercises like push-ups, running drills, and flexibility tests
University Recovers Grants and Ends Federal Investigations Brown University has reached an agreement with the federal government that reinstates numerous suspended grants and concludes investigations into alleged discriminatory practices. As part of the arrangement, the institution will contribute $50 million over ten years to workforce development organizations in Rhode Island.
University to Pay Fine Over Three Years and Implement Measures Against Antisemitism Columbia University has reached a $221 million settlement with the U.S. federal government following investigations and extended negotiations. The agreement restores the university’s access to approximately $1.3 billion in previously frozen federal funds and includes a commitment to
Key Changes for Students, Schools, and Higher Education A sweeping new law, referred to as the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” recently signed by the President, brings major reforms to education, social assistance, and tax policy. These changes will affect students at all levels, public schools, colleges, and several federal assistance
The $1.7 billion Powerball jackpot has become a dominant topic across the United States as the holiday season intensifies interest in one of the most lucrative lottery runs ever recorded. No jackpot winner emerged from the latest drawing, so the prize has continued its upward climb. It is now positioned
The United States government has imposed entry restrictions on five European individuals accused of coordinating efforts to pressure American technology companies into censoring or suppressing U.S.-based political viewpoints. The decision reflects a broader shift in U.S. foreign policy toward confronting what officials describe as extraterritorial attempts to influence protected speech
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season challenged long-standing assumptions about what an active year looks like. While the United States avoided direct landfalls entirely, the season still produced some of the most intense hurricanes ever recorded. Scientists describe the pattern as increasingly representative of how climate change is altering tropical weather